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Subjects :
General information
Compressed air
Energy management
Heating and heat recovery
Lighting
Materials handling
Measuring, metering and monitoring
Motors
Planning and management
Process insulation
Project financing
Pumps
Refrigeration
Ventilation
Water and compressed air distribution

General information  

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Electrical. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 3. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1988. 72 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module reviews the fundamental energy management principles involved in a variety of electrical equipment and systems, focusing on those areas likely to contribute the most towards reducing system losses and the overall electric bill. It describes some of the equipment and electrical systems used in commercial, institutional and industrial sectors, lists potential energy management opportunities, and provides worksheets to assist in calculating energy and cost savings.

Electrical, [PDF, 2.97 MB]

Compressed air  

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Compressors and Turbines. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 14. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 161 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module presents the basic operating principles and simplified equations for estimating the energy requirements of compressors and turbines, a list of suggested energy management opportunities (housekeeping, low-cost upgrades and retrofits), and worksheets to calculate energy savings, cost savings and payback.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Leakage Control: It's Worth More Than a Beer. Energy Optimization Program. Compressed Air Leakage Control. Montréal: Hydro-Québec. 1990. 2 p.

This case study explains how a major brewery benefited from taking part in Hydro-Québec's leakage control pilot project to reduce compressed air losses and costs.

Leakage Control: It's Worth More Than a Beer, [PDF, 1.14 MB]

Summary Guide: Compressor and Refrigeration Systems. Energy Efficiency User-Initiative and Audit Programs. Montréal: Hydro-Québec. 1994. 38 p.

The references to price and Hydro-Québec's Energy Efficiency User-Initiative and Audit Programs are obsolete, but the technical information this guide contains may be helpful.

Summary Guide: Compressor and Refrigeration Systems, [PDF, 3.85 MB]


Energy management  

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Energy Audit Software Directory., Ottawa: Natural Resources Canada. 1997. 133 p.

This directory classifies software under industries, performance, simulations and databases.

Energy Audit Software Directory , [PDF, 4.93 MB]

Milan, Christopher B. Industrial Audit Guidebook: A Guidebook for Performing Walk-through Energy Audits of Industrial Facilities. Portland, OR: Bonneville Power Administration. 2001. 49 p.

The purpose of the Industrial Audit Guidebook is to introduce both technical and non-technical users to common opportunities to reduce electrical energy consumption in an industrial facility. Rather than a sole reference to support the user in completing an analysis, it has been developed to be an aid in quickly identifying energy savings opportunities. This guide may also be used as a checklist to determine whether a detailed energy audit is necessary.

Industrial Audit Guidebook

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Energy Accounting. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1989. 67 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This manual is intended to assist firms in their efforts to design and implement an appropriate energy accounting system capable of monitoring energy productivity and performance. This system will help management identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.


Heating and heat recovery  

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Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Thermal Storage. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 19. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada.1985. 52 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module identifies the principal benefits of thermal storage, discusses techniques and equipment used to store such energy and presents basic equations to assist in preliminary assessment of thermal storage potential.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Combustion. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 5. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1989. 69 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module describes combustion principles, equipment and energy management opportunities. It covers the basic chemistry, factors affecting combustion efficiency, measurements of operating efficiency, energy loss calculations, types of combustion equipment, related metering and control systems, and heat recovery equipment. Examples are given of how the combustion process can be improved to save energy.

Combustion, [PDF, 3.98 MB]

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Process Furnaces, Dryers and Kilns. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 7. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 48 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module briefly describes process furnaces, dryers and kilns; measurement of energy use; and energy management opportunities (housekeeping, low-cost upgrades and retrofits).

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Boiler Plant Systems. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 6. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 73 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

Boiler plants are energy-intensive operations. This module describes boiler plant operating principles, equipment and energy saving opportunities. It covers the fundamentals of boiler plant operation, the combustion process, forms of energy distribution, energy loss calculations, types of boiler plant equipment, and example energy management options normally associated with boiler plant facilities.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Steam and Condensate Systems. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 8. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 86 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module covers the basic theory, equipment and uses of steam and condensate systems. Basic energy calculations are explained with worked examples and energy management opportunities supported by estimated energy and cost savings, where applicable.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Heating and Cooling Equipment (Steam and Water). Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 9. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 86 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module covers fundamentals of heating and cooling, describes typical heating and cooling equipment, and lists energy management opportunities (housekeeping, low-cost upgrades and retrofits) with estimates for energy and cost savings, and simple payback calculations.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Waste Heat Recovery. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 20. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1988. 58 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module covers fundamental concepts, identification of waste heat available, and heat exchange and heat pump technology. It gives practical suggestions for waste heat recovery applications.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.


Lighting 

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Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Lighting Control. Energy Innovators Initiative Technical Fact Sheet. Ottawa: Natural Resources Canada. 2002. 2 p.

This fact sheet discusses the various types of lighting controls and their operation and application.

Lighting Control.


NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA, Lighting Reference Guide, Ottawa, 2005, 152 p.

http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/publications/equipment/lighting/

Materials handling  

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Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Materials Handling and On-Site Transportation Equipment. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 17. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1985. 54 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module covers the purpose and general principles of materials handling and on-site transportation equipment, describes the equipment and systems most commonly encountered, and describes energy management opportunities, supported by estimated figures for cost and energy savings and simple payback calculations.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.


Measuring, metering and monitoring  

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Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Measuring, Metering and Monitoring. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 15. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1985. 60 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module describes different types of measurements (flow, temperature, pressure, level, weight, electrical quantities, etc.) and the instruments used (switches, annunciators, indicators, recorders, totalizers) that lead to greater energy efficiency and reduced energy costs. It also provides information on energy management opportunities: housekeeping (calibration and records), low-cost opportunities (instrument selection, design, installation, filters, abnormal condition sensors, etc.) and retrofit opportunities, with worked examples.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Automatic Controls. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 16. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1980. 65 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module explains the concepts and principles of automatic control. This is a nonmathematical overview of the theory and practical considerations of automatic control.

Automatic Controls , [PDF, 2.76 MB]


Motors 

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Dederer, Daniel H. Motors Reference Guide. : Ontario Hydro. 1989. 93 p.

This guide provides an overview of electric motor operation, selection, control and maintenance.

Motors Reference Guide , [PDF, 1.65 MB]

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Energy-Efficient Motor Systems Assessment Guide. Ottawa. 2001. 42 p.

This guide looks at motors that run ventilation and compression systems. It contains tools designed to raise awareness of motor system management concepts, identify performance improvement potential and facilitate the evaluation of motor system improvement plans.

Energy-Efficient Motor Systems Assessment Guide

Large Horsepower Motors - Specifying High Efficiency. Power Smart. Alberta Power Limited. 1993. 26 p.

This booklet emphasizes the importance of higher efficiency in large horsepower motors, how to incorporate it into a specification, and how to evaluate prospective bids with lifecycle costs in mind.

Large Horsepower Motors - Specifying High Efficiency , [PDF, 1.69 MB]

Effects on Repairs on Electric Motor Efficiency. Montréal: Hydro-Québec. 1995. 4 p.

This publication presents an analysis of the effects of motor repair on moto efficiency.

Effects on Repairs on Electric Motor Efficiency, [PDF, 182 KB]


Planning and management  

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Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). CIPEC Energy Efficiency Planning and Management Guide. Ottawa. 2002. 193 p.

This guide provides tips and recommendations on ways of optimizing the energy efficiency of plants: sources of government assistance, energy audits, technological innovations and energy management opportunities. It contains worksheets and procedures at the end of each section.

CIPEC Energy Efficiency Planning and Management Guide.


Process insulation  

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Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Process Insulation. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 1. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 72 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module is intended to provide the reader with sufficient information to analyze situations and to implement in-house insulation programs. The module is subdivided into the following sections: Fundamentals describes the effects of insulation materials; Materials/Systems describes commonly encountered types of insulation, coverings and protective finishes, as well as common applications; Energy Management Opportunities are described and supported by examples with estimated energy and cost savings, as well as simple payback calculations; Appendices include a glossary of terms, tables, conversion factors and blank worksheets.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.


Project financing  

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Energy Performance Financing Drives Project at Ford of Canada. Innovative Financing Case Study. Canadian Industry Program for Energy Conservation. August 2002. 4 p.

Energy Performance Financing Drives Project at Ford of Canada.

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Innovative Financing: An Introduction. Canadian Industry Program for Energy Conservation. Ottawa. 2002. 4 p.

This recent publication is an introduction to alternative financing concepts for companies in the industrial sector that wish to carry out large energy efficiency projects without paying cash up front.

Innovative Financing: An Introduction.


Pumps  

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Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Fans and Pumps. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 13. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 119 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module explains the basic operating principles of fans and pumps and provides simplified equations for estimating their energy requirements, with worked examples. It describes devices and their characteristics with respect to energy consumption, and provides a list of energy management opportunities (housekeeping, low-cost upgrades and retrofits), and worksheets to calculate cost, energy savings and payback.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Summary Guide: Pump Systems. Energy Efficiency User-Initiative and Audit Programs. Montréal: Hydro-Québec. 1993. 14 p.

The references to price and Hydro-Québec's Energy Efficiency User-Initiative and Audit Programs are obsolete, but the technical information this guide contains may be helpful. This guide explains how to reduce electricity consumed by pumping systems by optimizing their performance and describes various energy-saving measures.

Summary Guide: Pump Systems [PDF, 881 KB]


Refrigeration 

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Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Refrigeration and Heat Pumps. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 11. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 89 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This book covers fundamentals of refrigeration and heat pumps, and lists energy management opportunities (housekeeping, low-cost upgrades and retrofits) with worked example estimates for energy and cost savings and simple payback calculations.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.


Ventilation 

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Summary Guide: Fan Systems. Energy Efficiency User-Initiative and Audit Programs. Montréal: Hydro-Québec. 1993. 13 p.

The references to price and Hydro-Québec's Energy Efficiency User-Initiative and Audit Programs are obsolete, but the technical information this guide contains may be helpful. It describes various energy management opportunities for ventilation systems, fans and blowers.

Summary Guide: Fan Systems , [PDF, 881 KB]

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Fans and Pumps. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 13. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 119 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module explains the basic operating principles of fans and pumps and provides simplified equations for estimating their energy requirements, with worked examples. It describes devices and their characteristics with respect to energy consumption, and provides a list of energy management opportunities (housekeeping, low-cost upgrades and retrofits), and worksheets to calculate cost, energy savings and payback.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 10. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 168 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module outlines basic HVAC principles, providing simplified equations for estimating energy requirements and worked examples for the equations. There is a suggested list of energy management opportunities and worksheets to calculate cost, energy savings and payback.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.


Water and compressed air distribution 

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Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE). Water and Compressed Air Systems. Energy Management Series for Industry, Commerce and Institutions, No. 12. Ottawa: Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. 1987. 62 p.

Because it was written in the 1980s, this series contains references to energy prices and to some energy management techniques that are out of date. Nonetheless, the manuals provide practitioners with useful mathematical equations and general information on proven techniques and technologies, as well as examples of ways to save energy.

This module explains the uses of water and compressed air systems, describes the basic equipment used, and describes energy management opportunities, supported by estimates of energy and cost savings and simple payback calculations.

The manuals in the Energy Management Series can be downloaded from the OEE Web site.

Leakage Control: It's Worth More Than a Beer. Energy Optimization Program. Compressed Air Leakage Control. Montréal: Hydro-Québec. 1990. 2 p.

This case study explains how a major brewery benefited from taking part in Hydro-Québec's leakage control pilot project to reduce compressed air losses and costs.

Leakage Control: It's Worth More Than a Beer, [PDF, 1.14 MB]

 

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