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Industrial SPPI Partner Teaming Profile
Service/Product Provider
Varo Engineers, Inc
2751 Tuller Parkway
Dublin, Ohio 43017
Industrial Partner
Owens Corning - Newark Plant
400 Case Avenue
Newark, Ohio 43055
Business: Consulting Engineer
Darrell Baird
Field Specialist - Project Support
Phone: 614-459-0424, ext 111
Email: dbaird@varoenq.com
Business: Insulation Materials
Mark Arnold
Environmental Manager
Phone: 740-328-2410
Email: Mark.Arnold@OwensCorninq.com
Varo Engineers implements phased-in lighting system upgrade at Owens Corning plant in
Newark, Ohio, saving $270,000 annually in electricity and maintenance
Project Scope
Varo Engineers, Inc. replaced existing lighting systems in targeted buildings and areas with new energy
efficient lighting fixtures using T5 / T8 lamps and ballasts, some equipped with motion sensors and time
delay sensing capability. A total of 2,376 fixtures were installed, reducing energy and improving lighting
levels to meet or exceed Owens Coming's corporate lighting standards.
Project Summary
Systems were selected for upgrade based on a survey and analysis of nearly 4,500 light fixtures.
Targeted areas were established and prioritized based on area usage and payback potential. Varo
developed a plan to minimize "touch-time" of each fixture, reducing labor costs and maximizing payback.
Installations were scheduled and well communicated to reduce impact on each work area. Removed
fixtures were efficiently managed and routed through an appropriate waste program.
•	Energy Savings
Approximately $205,800/yr, or more than 20% in electricity savings for lighting
•	Investment
$759,850
•	Financial Return
Saving $270,000/yr in electricity and maintenance; 2 years 10 months simple payback
•	Other Benefits
Maintenance savings of 23% or $63,150/yr anticipated due to new lighting and 5 year warranty on
all fixtures. Corporate lighting standards in each area were met or surpassed, and plant
electricians gained expertise installing lighting fixtures.
Monitoring & Verifying Energy Savings
Potential savings were determined using manufacturer data combined with engineering calculations.
Actual savings realized were verified using an analytic budgetary model. Expanded training and
involvement of employees offers ongoing monitoring.
Distinguishing Value
Varo provides on-site design and engineering support throughout Owens Corning, including international
facilities. This Client Site Services approach gives Varo daily, hands-on involvement in the dynamics of
the plant floor and a complete understanding of the needs and intentions of the client.
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