Process and Energy Optimization Assessment, Rock Island Arsenal, IL
Abstract
A Process and Energy-Optimization Assessment (PEOA) was conducted at Rock Island Arsenal, IL, to identify process, energy, and environmental opportunities that could significantly improve the installation's mission readiness and competitive position. The study was targeted at creating a holistic approach to energy optimization in industrial facilities and included measures related to industrial processes, building envelope, and energy and mechanical systems. A team of researchers and expert consultants performed a Phase-1 PEOA during the week of 21 June 2004. The scope of the PEOA included plating, painting, machining, welding, foundry, and heat treatment production processes, and also an assessment of the building envelope, ventilation, compressed air systems, and steam boilers. The study identified 36 energy conservation measures (ECMs); 23 of these were quantified economically. Implementing the 23 ECMs will reduce RIA energy and operating costs by approximately $1.75M, will yield an average simple payback of 1.7 years (21 months), and will improve the work environment.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2004
- Accession Number
- ADA435892
Entities
People
- Alexander Michael Zhivov
- Curt Bjork
- David L. Osborn
- Michael J. Chimack
- Mike C. Lin
- Robert A. Miller
- Veera M. Boddu
- Walter P. Smith
Organizations
- Engineer Research and Development Center