Transparent energy management
Special energy management software helps to record electricity consumption separately for each area and system. The aim is to reduce energy peaks without impairing production processes. For example, the charging process for electric service vehicles is interrupted at peak demand times and restarted automatically when consumption is low.
"The potential savings in our compressed air systems were surprising. Simple measures such as improved seals and increased maintenance cycles have resulted in a significant reduction in electricity consumption," reveals René Niederberger, responsible for energy management.
Next steps and prospects
In future, BWB-Betschart AG intends to completely dispense with fossil fuels for heating its production facilities and is planning further investments in the coming years. Thanks to partnerships with local suppliers of CO2-neutral energy, the prospects of achieving this ambitious goal are good.
