JXl LEARN MORE AT 'fd energystar.gov 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. &EPA United States Environmental Protection Agency ------- |