Cains Compressed Air and Hot Water Cogeneration Project

Cains
Compressed Air and Hot Water
Cogeneration Project
Who is IMEC…
Innovative Mechanical Engineering and Contracting
• Design – Build Contractor providing turn-key solutions
• Concept to Commissioning
• Focus on energy efficiency projects beyond standard measures
• Plant Utilities and Production Applications
Cains Foods / Situation Assessment
• Producer of high quality Mayonnaise and Salad Dressings since 1914
• Contacted IMEC to assist with selection of a new air compressor
• Facility was running out of Hot Water during high demand periods
• Sanitation
• Clean In Place (CIP)
Cogeneration…
The simultaneous generation of two different forms of
useful energy using one single primary energy source.
IMEC’s Approach: Data Collection
Hot Water Modeling
Hot Water Flow To Floor
Available Heat Recovery From Compressor
Hot Water Tank Selection:
Designed at 3,500 gallons with usable capacity of
over 3,000 gallons
Heat Exchanger Interface
90 kW 600 SCFM Air Compressor
Custom Modified To Generate 170°
170° F Hot Water
Thermal Storage - Supplemental Hot Water
Stainless Steel Insulated 3,500 Gallon with VSD Pumps
Twelve Pack Rinnai On Demand Hot Water Heaters
Efficiency Improvements
• Heat Recovery
• Dryer Energy Savings
• Compressor Cooling Savings
• Supplemental Hot Water Savings
100%
82%
100%
25%
Plant Improvements
• Improved Reliability of Compressed Air
• Increased Supply of Hot Water
• Improved Cleaning Effectiveness of CIP and Sanitation
• Faster Fill rates for Kettles
With sincere thanks…
For the recognition, acknowledgement and
opportunity to share our work.
And to….
Cains Foods for the confidence placed in us.