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Power Factor Correction Benefits

Causes of Low Power Factor & Utility Surcharges
AC motors, transformers, fans, welding equipment, extruders and injection machines, presses and stamping equipment as well as ballasted lighting are some of the many prevalent inductive loads that contribute to a "lagging power factor" within an electrical delivery system. This translates into wasted energy and results in higher "demand and distribution" charges being applied by the supply utility every month. Depending on the “load” size and the power factor percentage, these surcharges can be very costly. We correct and eliminate these additional costs!

How Low Power Factor is Corrected.
By installing specially-designed PFC capacitors or reactive power (kvar) generators into the electrical distribution system. These capacitors will produce and supplement the reactive power necessary in the operation of all inductive loads and reduce the amount of kVA drawn from the main transformer and registered on the meter as "peak demand". Our PFC capacitors have a life expectancy of 20 years.

Eliminating the Need to Upgrade Your Transformer!
When capacitors are added to the system, the power factor is improved and the kilowatt (kW) capacity of the system is increased. For example, a 1000 KVA transformer with a 70% power factor provides 700 kW of power to the main bus. When capacitors are introduced into the system and the power factor is improved to 95%, the transformer is then able to provide 950 kW of load into the system. This could eliminate the necessity of installing a very costly, larger transformer.

Other Cost Saving Benefits.
Capacitors installed into the system will reduce total current and power. A 20% reduction in current (amperage) will yield 36% reduction in distribution system losses and lower energy costs by as much as 50%. Lower current draw means smaller conductors, fuses etc. creating more savings. Voltage levels and fluctuations will be improved resulting in better equipment performance, longer life and less breakdowns.

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Last modified: November 28, 2006