DOE eGuide Lite

AIRMaster+ is a free online software tool that helps users analyze energy use and savings opportunities in industrial compressed air systems. Use AIRMaster+ to baseline existing and model future system operations improvements, and evaluate energy and dollar savings from many energy efficiency measures. AIRMaster+ provides a systematic approach to assessing compressed air systems, analyzing collected data, and reporting results.

The AIRMaster+ LogTool is a companion tool to AIRMaster+ that helps industrial users determine the operating dynamics of a compressed system. Use the LogTool first to gather critical data in preparation for AIRMaster+. Then, input that data into AIRMaster+ to model existing and future compressed air system upgrades.

Intended Users

AIRMaster+ is designed for personnel who are interested in improving compressed air system performance, including industrial plant engineers, distributors of compressed air equipment, consulting companies, and utility energy auditors.

System Requirements

AIRMaster+ will operate on the following PC's:

• 32-bit computer running Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8
• 64-bit computer running Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8

Inputs

To use AIRMaster+, first enter information describing existing inventory and function for the following:

• Company/facility
• Utility rates
• Compressed air systems on site and end uses for each system
• Typical operating day types
• Compressor performance and operating details
• Metered hourly energy use or air flow for each day type and for each compressor

Then, define proposed energy efficiency system enhancements such as:

• Reduced air leaks, system air pressure, or run time
• Improved end use efficiency
• Use of unloading controls and automatic sequencer
• Adjustment of cascading set points
• Addition of primary receiver volume

Outputs

Based on input, AIRMaster+ allows users to:

• Manage multiple facilities and compressed air systems
• Maintain databases of plant inventory and industry-standard air compressors
• Simulate existing and modified compressed air system operation
• Model part load system operation for a variety of air compressors operating simultaneously with independent control strategies and schedules
• Calculate electrical operating costs and life cycle costs
• Evaluate energy savings
• Track maintenance histories of various facility, system, and compressor components

Release Notes

Version 1.2.7 replaces earlier versions of AIRMaster+ and corrects errors regarding Company files being saved; Company files are now written to each user's local interface under "My Documents" for all Microsoft operating systems Vista and higher.

Additional Information

• Fact Sheet, Aug. 2010
• AIRMaster+ Software Tool Brochure, Dec. 2010
• User Manual, 2000
• Download AIRMaster+ Log Tool Software
• Download AIRMaster+

AIRMaster+ Qualification

DOE and the Compressed Air Challenge® recognize Qualified AIRMaster+ Specialists for their ability to use the AIRMaster+ software effectively with industrial end users. Used properly, AIRMaster+ is a powerful tool for modeling "what if" scenarios for possible improvements to compressed air systems. A Qualified Specialist can apply AIRMaster+ to assist you in identifying system improvement opportunities.

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Version: 1.27
Release Date: December 11, 2012
Metric Unit Measurements: Yes

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Version: 2.0
Release Date: January 12, 2009
Metric Unit Measurements: Yes

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• AIRMaster+
• DOE eGuide
• DOE eGuide Lite
• Energy Performance Indicator Tool
• Fan System Assessment Tool
• Pumping System Assessment Tool
• Process Heating Assessment and Survey Tool
• Steam System Modeler

What is the DOE eGuide Lite?

The DOE eGuide Lite teaches organizations the basics of better energy management. This includes understanding what kinds of energy they use, how they use it and how much of it they use. The eGuide Lite will also help organizations improve their understanding of energy costs and increase their awareness of options to reduce energy consumption. The eGuide Lite is based on the "learn-by-doing" model, and organizations who use this module will be guided through the steps of implementing basic energy management. The goal is that organizations who use this module will identify, plan and initiate sustainable energy improvements on an ongoing basis.

The contents of the eGuide Lite are consistent with EPA's ENERGY STAR Guidelines for Energy Management. Each section of the module identifies the corresponding steps in EPA's Guidelines. Links to relevant ENERGY STAR resources are provided throughout the guide as well.

Who should use the DOE eGuide Lite?

New to Energy Management? - The eGuide Lite is intended for those organizations who are new to energy management and want to develop the internal expertise needed for better energy management or to develop the internal capacity to consider more sophisticated energy management practices, such as ISO 50001 and the DOE eGuide for ISO 50001.

Supply Chain Implementation - It is also intended for use by supply chain parent organizations who would like to promote better energy management practices within their supply chain, especially with their suppliers where energy management is a new discipline.

DOE eGuide for ISO 50001

The DOE eGuide for ISO 50001 helps organizations improve their current energy management approach and prepare them for becoming ISO 50001 certified. Upon completion of the eGuide module, organizations will have a clear understanding of the framework that ISO 50001 establishes for pursuing continual energy improvement in their organization. If an organization is new to energy management or does not have an energy management system in place, it is recommended they start with the DOE eGuide Lite version. Those organizations already familiar with energy management and related systems may instead begin with the eGuide for ISO 50001.

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The Fan System Assessment Tool (FSAT) is a free online software tool that helps industrial users quantify energy use and savings opportunities in industrial fan systems. Use FSAT to understand how well your fan systems are operating, determine the economic benefit of system modifications, and establish which options are most economically viable when multiple opportunities exist for system modification.

Intended Users

The tool is designed for industrial plant managers and personnel who are interested in improving fan system efficiency and measuring potential savings opportunities in both dollars and electrical energy savings.

System Requirements

FSAT will operate on the following PC's:

• 64-bit computer running Windows 2000, Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 7
• Microsoft Office Suite 2007 and 2010

Inputs

FSAT users will need to input the following information:

• Fan and motor specifications
• Operating fraction and electric rate
• System required flow and pressure
• System power kW (or amps and volts).

Outputs

Based on input, FSAT will:

• Calculate how much energy your fan system is using
• Determine how efficiently your system is operating
• Quantify savings from upgrading your system.

Release Notes

Minimum screen resolution of 1024 x 768 and 10 megabytes of hard drive space are required.

Additional Information

• Fact Sheet, Aug. 2010
• User Manual, Sept. 2004
• Download Software

FSAT Qualification

DOE recognizes FSAT Qualified Specialists for their ability to apply the FSAT tool with industrial users. Attendees who successfully complete a FSAT qualification workshop receive this designation. A Qualified Specialist can apply FSAT to help your plant or industrial customers identify ways to improve fan system efficiency. More details on FSAT qualified specialists.

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Version: 1.0
Release Date: February 2005

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The Pumping System Assessment Tool (PSAT) is a free online software tool to help industrial users assess the efficiency of pumping system operations. PSAT uses achievable pump performance data from Hydraulic Institute standards and motor performance data from the MotorMaster+ database to calculate potential energy and associated cost savings. The tool also enables users to save and retrieve log files, default values, and system curves for sharing analyses with other users.

Intended Users

The tool is designed for industrial plant managers and personnel who are interested in improving pumping system efficiency and measuring potential savings opportunities in both dollars and electrical energy savings.

System Requirements

PSAT will operate on the following PC's:

• 64-bit computer running Windows 2000, Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 7
• Microsoft Office Suite 2007 and 2010

Inputs

To use PSAT, users must input the following data:

• Pump style
• System of units
• Number of stages
• Pump and motor speed(s)
• Motor nameplate ratings
• Operating duty (fraction of time the equipment runs at the specified condition)
• Energy cost rates
• Flow rate
• Pump head (calculated from user-supplied pressure and line dimensional data)
• Electric power or current and voltage.

Outputs

Based on input, PSAT will provide the following:

• Estimated pump and motor efficiencies and shaft powers for both existing and top-of-the-line commercially available equipment of "optimal" equipment
• Annual energy use and energy costs for existing and optimal equipment
• Potential annual energy savings
• Optimization rating, which is analogous to a grade (rating of 100 is consistent with top-of-the-line commercial equipment).

Release Notes

This version replaces earlier versions of PSAT. However, if an earlier version is already installed, you run can both versions simultaneously, if desired. If you are currently using PSAT 2004, the new tool contains a utility to update log and summary files to PSAT 2008. This version of the tool and its accompanying valve tool support data measurements in either English or metric units.

Additional Information

• Fact Sheet, Aug. 2010
• User Manual, 2008
• Download Software

PSAT Qualification

DOE offers a qualification program for pumping system specialists in the use of PSAT software. Industry professionals who successfully complete a PSAT qualification workshop and exam receive recognition from DOE as Qualified Pump System Specialists. Then Specialists can apply this tool in their own plants or help industrial customers identify ways to improve pumping system efficiency.

There is often flexibility in the operational conditions and requirements of any steam system. In order to optimize performance, the impacts of potential adjustments need to be understood individually and collectively.

The Steam System Modeler allows you to create up to a 3-pressure-header basic model of your current steam system. A second model can then be created by adjusting a series of characteristics simulating technical or input changes. This allows you to see how each component and adjustment impacts the others and what changes may be most beneficial to increasing the overall efficiency and stability of the system. An interactive diagram is provided for each model and includes comprehensive steam properties and operational details for clarity and ease of use.

The modeler was developed to provide accurate results for the specific cases it represents and does not include a variety of variables that can and do impact any given steam system. Any final decisions should be made by appropriately qualified personnel and, if necessary, be based upon the use of more extensive analytical tools that can be more specifically tailored to your unique system.

INTENDED USERS

The Steam System Modeler was designed for manufacturing plant personnel who are interested in improving steam system efficiency in their manufacturing facilities.

INPUTS

Depending on which component of the tool you are using, one or more of the following forms of input information will be required:

• Pressure
• Temperature
• Specific Enthalpy
• Specific Entropy
• Saturated Quality
• Combustion Efficiency (%)
• Generator Efficiency (%)
• Isentropic Efficiency (%)
• Blowdown Rate (%)
• Deaerator Vent Rate (%)
• Heat Loss (%)
• Condensate Return (%)
• Steam Mass Flow
• Feedwater Mass Flow
• Initial HP Steam Usage
• Initial HP Energy Usage

Users may customize any units by system or individually at any time.

OUTPUTS

The Steam System Modeler allows the user to create an alternate model, and it returns a detailed comparison of any differences in energy usage and associated costs.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

The Steam System Calculators and Modeler are fully web-based and use HTML5. Please take note of the following relevant information:

• You must be connected to the Internet
• Tool works with almost any device (PC, Mac, Linux, mobile, tablet, etc.)
• Tool works with any operating system (Windows, Mac OS, iOS, Android, Linux, etc.)
• Tool requires the current version of any major browser:
  • Internet Explorer 7+
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Opera
  • Google Chrome
  • Apple Safari
• JavaScript must be enabled
• Tool does not include any Flash or Java

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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Steam System Awareness Module Tutorial: The SSMT Awareness Module will walk you through each property and equipment calculator providing users a basic understanding of the new Steam System Modeler Tool. You can find all seventeen tutorial segments on the DOE YouTube page.

3E Plus: The 3E+ Insulation Program can be used to determine energy savings associated with insulation projects and in a design mode to determine the optimum insulation thickness and type of insulation for a specific project.

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