Ever noticed a line item on your plant’s electric bill called “Power Factor Charge” or “Reactive Power Penalty”?

Ever noticed a line item on your plant’s electric bill called “Power Factor Charge” or “Reactive Power Penalty”?

3 weeks ago
If you’re in manufacturing, that line item could be costing you thousands of dollars every month for energy you aren’t even using. Here is the simplest way to understand Power Factor (PF)—without needing an electrical engineering degree: Think of power factor like a glass of beer. 🍺 Real Power (kW): This is the liquid beer. […]
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Powering Growth: Energy Efficiency Group Expands Across OH, KY, & IN and Beyond

5 months ago
At Energy Efficiency Group, our mission has always been to help businesses optimize their operations, reduce utility waste, and embrace sustainable energy solutions. Today, we are thrilled to announce that the reach of that mission is growing. While our roots remain firmly planted in Cincinnati, Ohio, the demand for sophisticated energy management and Power Factor […]
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Navigating Rising Energy Costs

12 months ago
How Power Factor Correction Offers Relief in the Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana Region The past year has seen a significant increase in commercial and industrial energy rates across the Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana (OH-KY-IN) region. Businesses are feeling the pinch as utility bills climb, impacting bottom lines and forcing a re-evaluation of operational costs. But within […]
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Power Up Energy Savings: Why Power Factor Correction is Crucial for Manufacturing Now

1 year ago
The landscape of manufacturing is constantly evolving- and recent surges in energy rates, coupled with increasing pressure on our electrical grid– demand a renewed focus on efficiency. One area that offers significant opportunities for cost savings and operational improvement is Power Factor Correction (PFC). If you’re not already prioritizing PFC in your manufacturing facility, now […]
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Energy Rates Have Spiked (again); What Can be Done?

1 year ago
Commercial energy rates in Ohio, particularly within the PJM Interconnection region, are experiencing a sharp increase due to a combination of factors, including rising demand, limited supply, and the effects of a recent capacity auction. Businesses are facing significant price hikes, with some experiencing increases of 29% or more, and these higher rates are expected to persist through May […]
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Power Up Your Profits: How Power Factor Correction Drives Efficiency and Savings at EV Charging Stations

1 year ago
The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is accelerating, and with it, the demand for robust and reliable charging infrastructure. For commercial charging station operators, every watt counts. Beyond simply providing a charge, the smart play is to ensure your operations are as efficient and cost-effective as possible. This is where Power Factor Correction (PFC) comes into […]
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Return on Your Power Factor Correction Investment

1 year ago
Implementing Power Factor Correction (PFC) can be a significant investment for your company, but it often yields substantial returns. Here are some ways your company could realize a significant ROI: Energy Cost Savings: Reduced electricity consumption: By improving power factor, you can reduce the reactive power component of your load, leading to lower overall energy […]
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Return on Your Power Factor Correction Investment

2 years ago
Return on Your Power Factor Correction Investment Implementing Power Factor Correction (PFC) can be a significant investment for your company, but it often yields substantial returns. Here are some ways your company could realize a significant ROI: Energy Cost Savings: Reduced electricity consumption: By improving power factor, you can reduce the reactive power component of […]
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Indicators Your Facility Needs Power Factor Correction

2 years ago
Power Factor Correction (PFC) is not new but until recently was little known. Most Industrial and Commercial companies continue to introduce Sustainability efforts to great effect but have not considered PFC, or even know that they may benefit, or even “need” to. Consider: Indicators You Need Power Factor Correction A low power factor can lead […]
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What Industries Benefit Most from Power Factor Correction

2 years ago
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 […]
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