A clear view of reliable operations

A leading glass manufacturer, Guardian Glass, uses EcoStruxure™ Power to ensure reliable power performance.

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EcoStruxure Power

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Guardian Glass: Customer Story Key Figures

97% power factor for a 4% monthly credit on utility bills

The project paid for itself after two years through cost savings

Continuous uptime to power a 2,800 ºF furnace since 2017

Efficient and reliable energy

Guardian Glass faced a costly problem when its capacitor banks from another supplier failed. Upgrading to VarSet™ capacitor banks, PowerLogic™ meters, and EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert led to the restoration of money-saving utility credits.

• Restore power factor levels to regain utility credits
• Provide visibility to overall energy use and power grid problems
• Replace capacitor banks with a reliable solution

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Connected Products: VarSet capacitor banks, PowerLogic™ meters

• Upgrading to VarSet capacitor banks realizes a three-point power factor gain
• Power Monitoring Expert enables 24/7 observation of energy performance
• Monthly utility credits equaling about 4% of a monthly electricity bill