UMass Amherst

Chiller Plant Optimization
31 March, 2010 | 08:00 AM-11:55 AM
Westwood, MA
The Registration for This Event is CLOSED
Training Overview
This half-day workshop is designed to provide energy managers and engineers with tools and information to achieve energy savings in a range of chiller applications. Participants in the workshop are introduced to and case studies on state of art chiller technology applications including: electric and system approaches to optimizing existing equipment. Participants received guidance, tools and resources for implementation of chiller systems upgrades, including: programs and case studies from utility incentive programs and federal and state assistance programs.
Benefits
- Information on state of art chiller system technologies
- Develop and understand strategies for optimizing chiller equipment
- Experience real world examples of chiller system optimization projects
- Obtain tools and resources for implementing efficiency improvements
- Learn about incentive and rebate programs to lower initial cost for replacement and purchases
Who Should Attend
Plant and Facility Managers
Energy and Mechanical Engineering staff
Operation and Maintenance staff
Energy Professionals
Industrial and Commercial Facilities
Agenda
7:30-8:00
 Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00-8:10
 Introduction
8:10-9:30
 Chiller System Optimization Commercial/Industry Case Study Presentations

- Denny Chamberlain, Maglev Corp- Advantages of Oil-less Compressors

- Matthew Van Guilder, Carrier Corp- Central Plant Design
9:30-9:45
 Break
9:45-10:00
 Utility Incentive Programs Overview
10:00-11:20
 Chiller System Optimization Commercial/Industry Case Study Presentations-Cont.

- Robert Wettach, Trane Corp- A Closer Look at Chiller Ratings

-Anthony Tomasi - York/JCI- Application of Water to Water Heat Pumps

11:20-11:55
 Introduction to USDOE/UMass IAC Chiller Optimization Software Tool (CWSAT)

-Dr. Beka Kosanaovic -Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (CEERE)

11:55
 Adjourn
Tools & References
Workshop participants will receive the US DOE BestPractices Software Tools( including CWSAT) and Program Reference Resources
Workshop Cost and Registration
All attendees are asked to pay for registration to reserve a spot. Registration includes: program materials and lunch.

$45.00 per person for Commercial and Industrial Customers of Cape Light Compact, National Grid (MA, RI and NH), NSTAR, and WMECO.
Cost for all others $75.00 per person
Registration must be done before 26 March, 2010
Advance registration is required!
Cancellations 5 days prior to event are non-refundable.
Payment can be made by credit online or by check
Checks will be accepted at the door.
Make checks payable to: University of Massachusetts-Amherst



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Center for Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
160 Governors Drive
Amherst, MA 01003-9265
or fax to: 413-545-1027
Hosted By:
NSTAR

Sponsored By:
National Grid
Western Massachusetts Electric

Supported By:
U.S. Department of Energy
Massachusetts Division of Energy Resources
University of Massachusetts
Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Cape Light Compact

 

 

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