Engineering with Joe D
Cogeneration: the simultaneous generation of two different forms of useful energy using one single primary energy source.
The most familiar concept of co-generation is using a generator to make electricity and using the waste heat for other thermal usages. This form of cogeneration is more accurately described as Combined Heat and Power - CHP. However, by definition, this is only one...
How To Maintain Humidity Levels in Controlled Environments
Questions pour in every summer from customers who are frustrated with humidity levels in controlled environments. Two questions are commonly raised. Why is humidity so difficult to control? What can be done about it? Why is humidity so difficult to control? Air is a...
Use industrial FREE COOLING in cold climates for big savings
Being located in the cold climate of New England, we often witness manufacturers who run expensive chillers in an attempt to cool fluids to 50°—when its 30° outside! It’s analogous to using an air conditioner on a cool day instead of opening a window. Even in an...
The Hidden Cost of a “Free” Energy Audit
In this challenging business environment, individuals and companies from a range of professions have begun offering Free Energy Audits as an enticement to attract customers. If you want an energy audit and are finding the “free” offer attractive, be careful which...
National Grid Recognizes IMEC with Project Expeditor Award for Customer Satisfaction
During National Grid’s Project Expeditor Kickoff Meeting, IMEC was presented with the 2018 Project Expeditor Award for Customer Satisfaction.
McCormick & Company Recognized for Top Energy Project of 2018, Designed and Built by IMEC.
McCormick & Company, a Fortune 1000 manufacturer of food and flavorings, has been recognized by Energy Star for a Top Energy Project of 2018. The honor was awarded for a “compressed air system with heat recovery” in the company’s Dallas manufacturing plant.
Dow Chemical Hires IMEC to Design and Construct New Chiller Plant
IMEC has been chosen by Dow Chemical to design and build a chiller plant to augment current capacity in its Marlborough, MA facility. Two new 700 Ton chillers will be integrated to create 1,400 Tons of additional capacity.
Tofu Manufacturer to Reap Incredible 1-Year ROI on Massive Heating Conversion.
The project will cut an astounding 52% in energy costs, reducing annual therm usage from 680,000 to 330,000, while providing heat for the food company’s pasteurizers, milk tanks, cookers, and CIP.
IMEC Tapped to Assist with MACOM’s Plant Expansion.
MACOM, a worldwide semiconductor and component manufacturer, has hired IMEC to assist with one aspect of its plant expansion project in Lowell, MA. Total electric and natural gas savings will total $52,000 annually.
National Grid Again Presents IMEC with Two Energy Efficiency Achievement Awards
National Grid has again presented IMEC with two awards recognizing its exemplary achievements as a Project Expeditor (PEX) producing exceptional energy-efficiency results and savings.