Improving a facility’s Power Factor rating increases the efficiency of equipment like fans, motors, and HVAC systems. This reduces energy consumption, component strain, and wear and tear. Improved equipment efficiency is a cornerstone of sustainability efforts. By optimizing how resources are used, businesses can reduce their environmental footprint and contribute to a healthier planet. […]
PFC: How Improved Equipment Efficiency Contributes to Sustainability Efforts
Basics of Power Factor Correction
4 months ago
Power factor correction (PFC) is a technique used to improve the efficiency of electrical systems. It addresses the issue of reactive power, which is a component of electrical power that doesn’t do any useful work but still flows through the system. Understanding Power Factor Reactive power: This is the component of electrical power that is […]
What if we don’t do Power Factor Correction?
9 months ago
From the Mailbag: We have a PF of 0.76- what if we don’t do Power Factor Correction? A power factor of 0.76 means that only 76% of the delivered power by the electrical system is being used for real work, and the remaining 25% is reactive power. This reactive power is used by inductive loads […]
Power factor correction (PFC) offers advantages to any business that relies on electricity, but some industries see even greater benefits due to the nature of their electrical loads. Here’s a breakdown of industries that can reap the most rewards from PFC: Manufacturing: Heavy motor usage: Manufacturing facilities are full of motors powering machinery. These motors […]
How Could a Family Entertainment Center (FEC) or Arcade Benefit from Power Factor Correction?
10 months ago
Family entertainment centers (FEC’s) and arcades use a significant amount of electricity to power games, lighting, and other equipment. Power Factor Correction (PFC) can offer several benefits for these businesses: Reduced Electricity Costs: Many utility companies charge penalties for a low power factor. Power Factor Correction improves the efficiency of electricity usage, reducing the reactive […]
Energy Efficiency Group, in partnership with Theme Park Consultancy the Attractions Group, is introducing the Power Factor Correction concept to the family entertainment industry. Amusement parks, with their mix of rides, lighting, restaurants, concessions, etc. can benefit from power factor correction in a couple of ways: Reduced Electricity Costs: Many amusement parks use inductive loads […]