Energy-Saving Office Notes 9: Techniques for Combining Demand Control and Air Conditioning Energy Savings
The optimal solution for cost reduction lies in "differentiating roles."
The facility's electricity charges are determined by the sum of the "basic charge (based on maximum demand)" and the "energy charge (based on the amount of electricity used)." The "demand control" implemented in many sites is effective for peak cutting, but it does not alone complete energy savings for air conditioning. 1. The decisive difference between demand control and air conditioning energy savings The key to successfully combining them is to clearly distinguish their respective "roles." 【Role of Demand Control】 Purpose: To suppress maximum power (peak). Main effect: Specifically focused on addressing basic charges. Operational image: Temporarily suppressing capacity only during peak times. Caution: Since it is controlled forcibly, there is a risk of compromising comfort. 【Role of Air Conditioning Energy Savings (Daily Measures)】 Purpose: To reduce the amount of electricity used (kWh). Main effect: Contributes to the reduction of energy charges. Operational image: Continuously reducing waste in daily operations. Caution: A comparative evaluation is necessary to confirm the effects after measures are implemented.
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2. The Synergistic Effects of "Combined Use" These two methods are not in opposition; when combined, they become a very powerful cost reduction strategy. Normal Operations: Implement energy-saving measures for air conditioning and reduce waste in basic power consumption, thereby lowering the overall baseline. Peak Operations: Demand control operates to precisely suppress power peaks that inevitably exceed limits. This collaboration enables the coexistence of "basic fee measures" and "reduction of electricity usage."
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Cost reduction while maintaining comfort It is possible and very rational to combine demand control with energy-saving air conditioning. However, it is the best way to optimize costs while maintaining comfort to operate these separately as "peak measures" and "daily energy-saving measures" without confusing them. If you have challenges such as "We have already implemented demand control, but we also want to reduce electricity consumption" or "I would like a diagnosis to see if our current air conditioning operation is optimal," please feel free to consult with our experts.
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AIP Corporation provides eco-friendly and comfortable solutions for social and living environments, focusing on air conditioning. 〇 Air Conditioning Business We handle the sales, installation, and maintenance of air conditioning equipment for new construction and renovation projects in stores, supermarkets, drugstores, hospitals, nursing facilities, hotels, buildings, factories, and residences, as well as for the replacement and upgrade of air conditioning units. 〇 Energy Conservation Business We propose plans to reduce energy costs for our customers' facilities through various methods such as equipment performance recovery devices, indoor control systems, and visualization, achieving reductions in running costs and CO2 emissions. 〇 Aqua Power Business We produce and sell a weakly acidic hypochlorous acid water solution called CELA. We offer suggestions on how to utilize CELA and provide support in terms of hygiene management. Additionally, we handle special purification materials and water purifiers.
