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Steam & Efficiency Solutions That Strengthen ESPCs
With expertise covering the full steam cycle, our comprehensive solutions help customers leverage their investment and get the most out of their energy system, ensuring shared success for all parties.
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Steam and hydronic distribution/generation system upgrades
Control valves & metering system upgrades
Steam trap monitoring systems
Design/build engineered solutions
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Uncover Hidden Energy Waste
Data-driven evaluations of your steam infrastructure to identify inefficiencies, performance issues, and upgrade opportunities. -
Pinpoint Failures and Losses
Focused inspections of key components to prioritize repairs that deliver rapid payback and improved system reliability. -
From concept to implementation, we support projects with feasibility studies, 3D scanning, CAD design, equipment sizing, and energy savings forecasting — ensuring smart, data-backed decisions at every step.
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Recover Heat and Reduce Waste
Enhance energy and water recovery while lowering chemical costs and minimizing sewer charges through optimized condensate management. -
Real-Time Visibility = Smarter Decisions
Install sensors and monitoring tools to track system performance, detect issues early, and validate energy savings over time. -
Keep Systems Performing at Their Peak
We revisit system performance post-upgrade to ensure long-term efficiency, prevent drift, and support your reporting needs. -
Capture and Reuse Waste Energy
Integrate economizers or flash steam recovery to boost efficiency and reduce fuel consumption with minimal disruption. -
Eliminate Leaks, Cut Electricity Use
Air leaks waste electricity. We conduct compressed air audits alongside steam to uncover overlapping savings in utilities.
Why ESCOs Partner with Us
Trusted partners and steam experts with extensive field experience and a proven track record in ESPC projects
Contract-driving measures delivering positive cashflow, supported M&V, safety improvements, and fast paybacks
Supports the entire project lifecycle — from preliminary audits through post-installation support
Turnkey solution provider from assessment to commissioning
How We Collaborate with You
We understand the unique needs of ESCOs and offer flexible ways to partner.
Paid Audit: The ESCO pays upfront for the development of the audit and project scope.
Deferred Risk: A shared-risk approach where payment for the audit is deferred to the construction phase. This includes a breakage fee if the project does not proceed.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU): We work under an MOU framework, which can take two forms:
MOU with Breakage Fee: We provide services at-risk but are reimbursed through a breakage fee if the project does not move forward.
MOU Without Breakage Fee: We commit at-risk, with no initial payment, supported by a written agreement.
At-Risk: Audit at no cost, if ESCO secures the project we are brought in as a partner to execute the work.
Common Payback Drivers
Failing steam traps waste steam, reduce system efficiency, and increase fuel costs. By identifying and repairing or replacing malfunctioning traps, facilities can quickly reduce energy losses, often with paybacks under 2 years. Typical failure rates exceed 20–30% in aging systems
Steam Trap Repairs & Replacements
Uninsulated valves, fittings, and piping in steam and hot water systems account for significant thermal losses. Installing or upgrading conventional and removable insulation delivers safety and performance improvements and fast, measurable energy savings, often with paybacks under 3 years.
Insulation Upgrades
CASE STUDIES
Piping and Steam Trap Upgrades at Norfolk Naval Shipyard Provide Substantial Energy Savings
$250,000 in Annual Savings for Southeast Veterans Hospitals with Comprehensive Energy Conservation Solutions
Comprehensive Pipe Insulation Project Provides Substantial Thermal and Electric Savings at a Texas Federal Correctional Institution
Optimizing Steam Trap Wireless Monitoring Systems at The VISN15 VA Heartland Network: A Model for Retro-commissioning and Ongoing Support
Steam System Repairs Provide Energy Savings and Improved Reliability at Morgan State University
Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your next project!
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VP of Engineering & Revenue
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