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Compressed Air Incentives (PDF)
EQUIPMENT CATEGORY |
REPLACE |
WITH |
LIMITATIONS |
CUSTOMER INCENTIVE |
Receiver Capacity Addition |
Limited or no receiver capacity (≤ 2 gallons per scfm of trim compressor capacity) |
Total receiver capacity after addition must be > 2 gallons per scfm of trim compressor capacity
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1. Compressor system size ≤ 75 hp, not counting backup compressor(s) 2. Trim compressor must use load/unload control, not inlet modulation or on/off control 3. Systems with VFD compressor or using variable displacement compressor are not eligible. |
$3.75/gallon above 2 gallons per scfm |
Cycling Refrigerated Dryers |
Non-cycling refrigerated dryer |
Cycling refrigerated dryer |
1. Rated dryer capacity must be ≤ 500 scfm 2. Dryer must operate exclusively in cycling mode and cannot be equipped with the ability to select between cycling and non-cycling mode. 3. Refrigeration compressor must cycle off during periods of reduced demand |
$2.50/scfm |
VFD Controlled Compressor (retrofit only) |
Fixed-speed compressor |
≤ 75 hp VFD-controlled oil-injected screw compressor operating in system with total compressor capacity ≤ 75 hp, not counting backup compressor capacity |
1. Total compressor capacity in upgraded system is ≤ 75 hp, not counting backup compressor capacity. 2. Compressor must adjust speed as primary means of capacity control |
$0.28/kWh annual energy savings |
Zero Loss Condensate Drains |
Timer drain |
Zero loss condensate drain (See note 4) |
Drain is designed to function without release of compressed air into the atmosphere. Any size system is eligible – there is no restriction on compressor size. |
$125 each |
Outside Air Intake |
Compressor intake drawing air from compressor room |
≤ 75 hp compressor where permanent ductwork between compressor air intake and outdoors |
Ductwork must meet manufacturer’s specifications, which may include: (a) ≤ 0.25" W.C. pressure loss at rated flow, and (b) allow use of compressor room air during extremely cold outside air conditions |
$7.50/hp
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Notes for compressed air incentives:
hp = horsepower
PPM = Parts per Million
psi = pounds per square inch
scfm = cubic feet of air per minute at standard conditions (14.5 psia, 68ºF and 0% relative humidity)
VFD = Variable Frequency Drive
Doing something that’s not on the list? Larger and more complex projects may qualify for a custom analysis. Note: Custom incentives require pre-approval.