Energy diagnosis

An energy audit refers to the evaluation of the energy performance of one or more types of utilities, or a system or process. It aims to identify the sources of energy waste, weak points, and inefficiencies, in order to propose solutions and improvement measures to reduce energy consumption and optimize energy efficiency.

An energy audit helps optimize the overall energy efficiency of the system, reduce operating costs, and contribute to a more sustainable management of energy resources in an industrial facility.

Any industrial establishment wishing to optimize the consumption of one or more types of utilities or a system or process.

Among others, we can mention:

The energy assessment of the compressed air circuit aims to evaluate the energy performance of the entire compressed air production, distribution, and utilization system within a facility or establishment. Its purpose is to:

• • Evaluate the overall energy efficiency of the compressed air system: assess parameters such as pressure, flow rate, temperature, and losses in the compressed air circuit.
  • Identify the sources of energy waste and inefficiencies in the compressed air production and distribution process: detect air leaks, pressure drops, unnecessary or excessive use, incorrect equipment settings, examine the condition of compressors, air dryers, filters, regulators, etc., to determine if they are functioning properly and are adequately sized, and analyze the various consumption points (machines, tools, processes) to understand the actual compressed air needs and identify opportunities for optimization.

The expected results of the diagnosis are:

• • System mapping: Understanding and documenting the current operation of the compressed air circuit, including critical areas and major consumption points.
  • Identifying areas for improvement: Proposing corrective actions to reduce losses, improve equipment efficiency, optimize settings, reduce leaks, etc.
  • Proposing an action plan: Establish a prioritized action plan based on the criticality and potential impact of the proposed improvements.
  • Achieving energy savings: Implement improvement measures to reduce energy consumption related to compressed air and generate financial savings while maintaining or improving the quality of compressed air for end-users.

The energy assessment of the steam circuit aims to evaluate the energy performance of the entire system of production, distribution, and use of steam in an establishment or industrial facility. Its purpose is to:

• • • Assess the overall energy efficiency of the steam production and distribution system by evaluating parameters such as pressure, temperature, flow rate, and losses in the steam circuit.
    • Identify the sources of energy waste and inefficiencies in the steam production, distribution, and utilization process by detecting steam leaks, heat losses, insulation failures, improper equipment settings, by examining the condition of boilers, heat exchangers, pipes, valves, traps, etc., to determine their effectiveness and efficiency and by studying the various consumption points (heating, industrial processes, etc.) to understand the actual steam needs and identify opportunities for optimization.
    • Propose improvement measures to optimize steam use and reduce associated energy consumption.

The expected results of the diagnosis are :

• • Mapping the system: Documenting the current operation of the steam circuit, including critical areas, major consumption points, and significant losses.
  • Identifying areas for improvement: Proposing corrective actions to reduce steam losses, improve equipment efficiency, optimize settings, improve insulation, etc.
  • The proposal of an action plan: Establish a prioritized action plan based on the potential impact of the proposed improvements and the necessary investments.
  • Achieving energy savings: Implement improvement measures to reduce steam-related energy consumption, generate financial savings, and contribute to a more efficient use of energy resources.

The expert chosen by the institution will carry out all the operations of measuring energy consumption, collecting data relating to energy-consuming installations, materials, and equipment, evaluating the methods of controlling energy use, operating the installations, materials, and equipment, and analyzing the measurement results, which will allow him to produce a detailed report.

This report will subsequently be submitted to the ANME for review and approval.

After studying the final report, a meeting will be held in the presence of a representative from the manufacturer, the expert auditor, and a representative from the ANME to validate the action plan proposed in the report.

Following the approval of the final report by ANME, the establishment’s action sheets will then be presented to the Technical Commission for approval. Once approved, a ministerial decision establishing the various bonuses to be granted per establishment will be signed by the ministry in charge of energy.

Once the decision is signed, the company concerned will conclude a program contract with ANME, presenting an action plan based on this report and agreed upon between the two parties.

In this performance contract, the company commits to completing the action plan within the agreed-upon deadlines, and ANME commits to granting the tax and financial incentives provided by the regulations in force.