Items Tagged with "Energy Use"

Energy Smart Tips for Restaurants

In the United States, restaurants spend an average of $3.77 per square foot on electricity and $1.57 per square foot on natural gas annually. As gas and electricity costs rise, energy efficiency becomes increasingly necessary for the restaurant industry.Typically, 3-5% of a restaurant's total operat Read More...

Variable Frequency Drives Technical Note

A variable frequency drive, or VFD, is a type of adjustable speed drive used to control the rotational speed of an alternating current electric motor by adjusting the frequency and voltage applied to the motor. Electric motors drive many types of equipment, including fans, pumps, and air c Read More...