energy savings through proper lubrication

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We all know properly lubricated equipment saves energy. Less friction equates to less energy to operate which in turn saves money. Question is how much money?
Does anyone know of any formulas one can input kilowatt hours and show energy savings by optimizing a world class lubrication program? I have used formulas that show overall savings by performing world class maintenance, but none focusing on energy savings alone.
With the cost of energy going through the roof, I would like to provide my management with some figures that justify the cost of maintaining our current world class lubrication program.
Thanks.

3/8/116:53 AM

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rgf12Member

Search this forum for energy savings, there is a few posts on the subject and a few have formulas for energy calcs.

3/8/1111:38 AM

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timvipondMember

Sears credits Amsoil with reducing amperage in their compressors by 10% and savings in four other areas http://www.amsoil.com/lit/g1325.pdf?zo=1181889 .

3/9/113:16 PM

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nurudinMember

Tim,

Is the statement, come from independent agency/surveyor?

3/21/114:04 AM

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ibsmunish2011Member

Hi,
The main purpose of lubricants is to lubricate moving parts of the vehicle to reduce friction and wear and tear by providing smoothing, trouble free drive and performance of engine.
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3/29/116:17 AM

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timvipondMember

quote:
Originally posted by Nurudin:
Tim,

Is the statement, come from independent agency/surveyor?

It came from John Small, Sears. Check the link and the last paragraph.

3/29/112:41 PM

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hussamadeniMember

In any plant we could identify areas, or sub-areas consuming the highest amount energy. Let us start with the Gear reducers, the Gear box. Isolate Gear box and install meter that shows electricity/power consumed (Kw/hr)over a month. This is the first step in building baseline figures of consumption of electricity in Kw/hr.

Immediately after a monthly maintenance check, oil top up, oil change etc. compare figures against base line figures.

Introduce/install energy efficient lubricants and compare against baseline and standard post maintenance data. Compile a cost benefit analysis and propose appropriately to management.

Adopt similar practice, sub-area wise and over time and with visible improvement, replicate across the whole plant.

Hussam Adeni

5/31/119:25 AM

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