Restaurant Virtual Walk Through: Refrigeration
Electronically Commutated Motors (ECM) with Controls
ECMs help reduce the heat building in your walk-in refrigerators and freezers, helping to reduce food spoilage. Utilizing controls to make sure your motors only run when they need to also ensures they’re not working as hard, reducing maintenance.
| ANNUAL KWH SAVINGS | ESTIMATED ANNUAL SAVINGS | ESTIMATED LIFETIME SAVINGS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronically Commutated Motors (ECM) | 900-2,500 | $90-$250 | $1,800-$5,000 |
| Motor controls, per motor | 200-450 | $20-$45 | $400-$900 |
ENERGY STAR® Commercial Refrigerators and Freezers
Refrigerators and freezers run long hours. An ENERGY STAR model saves as much as 35% compared to standard models.You'll save hundreds to thousands of dollars over the 15-20 years of operation, boosting bottom line for years to come.
| ANNUAL KWH SAVINGS | ESTIMATED ANNUAL SAVINGS | ESTIMATED LIFETIME SAVINGS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENERGY STAR Commercial Refrigerators & Freezers, per unit | 500-13,000 | $50-$1,300 | $700-$18,500 |
Demand Defrost Controls
Controls help prevent ice building on your food, and ensure your units only defrost when it's needed. This translates to less wasted energy and food spoilage.
| ANNUAL KWH SAVINGS | ESTIMATED ANNUAL SAVINGS | ESTIMATED LIFETIME SAVINGS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demand Defrost Controls, per walk-in box | 2,000-3,000 | $200-$300 | $4,000-$6,000 |
ENERGY STAR® Commercial Ice Machines
ENERGY STAR rated ice machines use 25% less water than standard models. They’re also easy to replace. There are several models, and it’s easy to find one that fits the needs of your store.
| ANNUAL KWH SAVINGS | ESTIMATED ANNUAL SAVINGS | ESTIMATED LIFETIME SAVINGS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Ice Machine, ENERGY STAR, Ice Making Head | 1,250 | $125 | $1,250 |
| Commercial Ice Machine, ENERGY STAR, Remote Condensing Unit | 3,000 | $300 | $3,000 |
| Commercial Ice Machine, ENERGY STAR, Self-Contained Unit | 700 | $70 | $700 |