Foundry Energy Efficiency BenchmarkingFoundries are energy intensive production units, where adaptation of best energy solution provides great energy saving potential. The Foundrybench project’s overall goal is to foster energy efficiency and rational energy use in the metal casting sector. The project will involve directly at least 15 participating foundries to improve their energy efficiency by providing them with clear information on their energy use and energy flows. A pool of energy saving options generated through these energy analyses will be described in a guide of the best energy saving solutions for foundries. An online database to reach a wider foundry sector audience will be launched. An Energy Efficiency Index for the metal casting industry, taking into consideration the production technology and product type, will be developed. The benchmarking results will be actively promoted among foundries and policy makers to improve the foundry industry’s energy performance. The project consortium consists of 8 partners from Finland, Sweden, Germany, UK, Spain, France and Poland. The partners are recognised consultants, research institutes and industry associations. Foundrybench is supported by European Commission /IEE |
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