Motor Decisions MatterSM (MDM) is a national campaign to increase public awareness of motor management opportunities, demand for motor management services, and implementation of motor management practices to assist companies in reducing energy costs and minimizing downtime. Visit the MDM web site to access tools and resources to get started today!
IN THIS ISSUE:
Industry Updates
DOE & EPA Resources
Upcoming Events
MDM in the News
International Motor System Efficiency Conference Coming to the US
The Seventh Annual International Energy Efficiency in Motor-Driven Systems (EEMODS) conference will be held in Alexandria, VA September 12-14, 2011. The event provides a forum for discussion of many motor management topics including: developments in motor and system efficiency, energy management, and how to define system efficiency. EEMODS participants include a wide variety of industry stakeholders involved in manufacturing, marketing, and promotion of energy efficient motors and motor-driven systems. Visit the EEMODS website for registration and conference information.
MDM Campaign at EASA Convention, June 26-28, Denver, CO
The MDM Campaign and several MDM Sponsors will have booths at the EASA Convention Exhibit Hall, including: A.O. Smith, ABB, Advanced Energy, Copper Development Association, EASA, GE Energy, TECO-Westinghouse, and Xcel Energy. Be sure to stop by any and all of the booths to learn the latest in motor management and motor & motor system efficiency.
DOE and EPA Resources, Just a Click Away!
While achieving the benefits of energy and motor management may seem like a daunting task, remember a wealth of resources, including those from the MDM Campaign, is at your fingertips. A sample of resources provided by the US Department of Energy (DOE) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) appear below:
- DOE Industrial Assessment Centers: teams of engineering faculty and students located at 26 universities throughout the US are available to conduct energy assessments at eligible small- and medium-sized industrial plants. Among other benefits, energy assessments identify opportunities for efficiency and productivity improvements.
- DOE Save Energy Now: a program to partner with DOE to reduce energy intensity 25% in 10 years. Participants have priority access to DOE energy assessments and other resources to achieve their energy reduction goals.
- DOE State Incentives and Resources Database: online, searchable database with information describing 4200+ energy efficiency programs including energy efficiency incentives, rebates, and other resources offered by local utilities, federal and state agencies. Includes programs for motors and motor systems and many others.
- EPA ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry: a national call-to-action that aims to improve the energy efficiency of America's commercial and industrial buildings by 10 percent or more through partnership with EPA. Industrial sites that achieve a 10% efficiency improvement in 5 years are recognized by EPA.
- EPA Facility Energy Assessment Matrix: interactive spreadsheet tool designed to help energy managers evaluate energy management at their facilities.
- EPA Industries in Focus and Industry Energy Efficiency Guides: Industries in Focus provides an opportunity to network with industry peers to develop the corporate structure, systems, and tools to improve energy intensity within an industry. The Energy Efficiency Guides identify energy intensity trends and propose a framework for implementing energy efficiency opportunities specific to 11 industries ranging from breweries to pulp and paper manufacturing.
MDM Webcast April 20, 2-3:00 pm ET
Tools for Motor System Management: An Introduction to the DOE ITP Tool Suite
Building on the December 2010 MDM-DOE webcast that introduced users to the revised DOE MotorMaster+, this webcast will provide an inside view of DOE Industrial Technologies Program (ITP) tools for optimizing key motor-driven systems:
- Fans: Fan System Assessment Tool (FSAT)
- Pumping: Pumping System Assessment Tool (PSAT)
- Compressed air systems: AirMaster+
- Multi-system opportunities: Quick Plant Energy Profiler (QuickPEP)
The webcast is free and open to all. Registration is required to receive participation information. Click here to register.
MDM Webcast May 25, 2-3:00 pm ET
Motor Management Truths and Consequences: Understanding Electric Motor Rewinds and Efficiency
Much like motor purchases, it's important to understand efficiency considerations associated with motor repair. This webcast will help a wide audience - including facility managers, motor service professionals, and efficiency program personnel - understand rewind best practices that maintain motor efficiency and the efficiency consequences associated with poor rewind practices. The webcast is free and open to all. Click here for participation instructions and additional information; registration is not required. Additional motor repair information available from:
Maintenance Technology magazine runs a bi-monthly column, "Boosting Your Bottom Line", contributed by the MDM Campaign, that discusses motor management strategies ranging from motor maintenance to creating a spares inventory.
The January issue of Maintenance Technology magazine and the January/February issue of Lubrication Management & Technology featured the article "Is it Time for An Energy Assessment?" which suggests motor management strategies to take the first step on a path toward energy management.
The March issue of Maintenance Technology magazine featured the article "Getting the Most Out of An Energy Assessment" which suggests simple steps to realize an assessment's value, including developing a plan and assigning clear roles.
Visit the MDM Press Room to check out a full library of articles featuring motor management.