Case Study Installation of Onics Ground and Neutral Filters and Energy Analysis with EMPATH During Installation

With the increase of nonlinear loads in commercial and industrial facilities an increase in current flow and resulting kilowatt losses in grounds and neutrals are on the rise.  These generate I2R, false loads, and add in the cores of sub and main transformers which have a direct impact on energy costs and resulting greenhouse gas emissions (GHG).  The potential impact can be measured with portable and continuous monitoring EMPATH electrical signature analyzers through a variety of metering points as well as a pre and post monitoring at utility meters and switchgear.  In this case study a mid-sized biodiesel facility we pre-selected based upon power harmonics, ground and neutral analysis is evaluated during Onics installation.  EMPATH was connected at switchgear and monitored via the MotorDoc® cloud-system with AI analytics for anomalous activity and energy forecasting (note: for actual energy savings calculations utility kWh data is utilized with MotorDoc data providing granular data for unusual variations).