Water Management: Turning Heat into Efficiency
Date: 12.09.24
The Trelleborg Sealing Solutions facility based in Ersmark, Sweden unveiled a new water reduction system.
This innovative approach not only combats machine overheating but also reduces water usage. How? By harnessing excess heat from machinery and utilizing air for cooling during the summer months.
Fredrik Ferm, Technical Manager at Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, states, "With my team member Martin Fahlgren, we've achieved a significant milestone. This project has enabled us to save 250,000 cubic of water annually. Furthermore, as excess heat from machine cooling is recovered, we've also achieved 250 250 megawatt-hours of annual energy savings.”
The heart of this system lies in strategically placed heat pumps. These devices not only cool machinery but also capture and repurpose the excess heat, making it a win-win. The recovered energy is used to power hot water showers, heat water for washing, and redistribute heat throughout the building to keep the entire building cozy.
Fredrik Ferm, Technical Manager at Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, states, "With my team member Martin Fahlgren, we've achieved a significant milestone. This project has enabled us to save 250,000 cubic of water annually. Furthermore, as excess heat from machine cooling is recovered, we've also achieved 250 250 megawatt-hours of annual energy savings.”
The heart of this system lies in strategically placed heat pumps. These devices not only cool machinery but also capture and repurpose the excess heat, making it a win-win. The recovered energy is used to power hot water showers, heat water for washing, and redistribute heat throughout the building to keep the entire building cozy.
