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Buyer Beware - If it's too good to be true, it probably is!
 

 

Topic - Power Quality
Subject - Buyer Beware - If it's too good to be true, it probably is!

August 23, 2007
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Buyer Beware

If it's too good to be true, it probably is!

 

ImageThere are many opportunities to save money by applying Power Quality solutions and many of these solutions provide energy savings and other savings opportunities beyond their primary intention but it is important to recognize some of the significantly overstated marketing claims by manufacturers. The energy savings claims are often overstated by an order of magnitude (10X) or more. 

 

The intention of this paper was not to argue the detailed technical aspects of each solution, per se, but rather to point out the pitfalls in believing the information publicized regarding these types of equipment. In addition, this paper was assembled in an attempt to show the dramatic change in sales methods for Power Quality solutions over the past several years.

 

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Mike Holt’s Comment: EPRI (Electric Power Research Institute) is looking to evaluate "energy saving" devices. The following is of interest for the project:

  • Names and information (technical specifications, marketing literature, etc.) for retrofit energy saving devices to help identifying the spectrum of technologies. 
  • Technical papers that address the technology, performance, testing, and evaluation of retrofit energy saving devices. Specifically, technologies that claim energy savings.
  • Site studies and test reports.

EPRI is not seeking general comments, anecdotes, or opinions about particular technologies or manufacturers. If you would like to contribute to this study, please contact Tom Geist at [TGeist@epri.com].

 

 

 

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Comments
  • Mike wrote: "Mike Holt Comment: I think the voltage in this detail must be wrong. I’m not aware of a 480V-to-ground system. I assume that it’s a 277/480V system, with 277V-to-ground."

    I just want to say, yes, there is such a 480V to ground system. we have this type of voltage in our street lighting system for the City of Miami Beach. Actualy, we still have 5000 volts series circuit in the street lighting system, they are being upgraded at this time.

    marvin
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  • This product actually effects your KWH in no way whatsoever ELI The ICE man will make sense to some and to others confuse KVAR, KW Demand with KWH fuel charges. Look for UL/CE Ratings. Ask your Energy provider.

    I challenge anyone to find a US Energy company to back this product.

    Steven Webb
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  • Excellent article. I will save this article to share often. It addresses a lot of the misconceptions about gimmicks to save the cost of power. The best way to save power is to use more efficient equipment and turn off equipment when not in use. I would like to see a similar article that address true cost savings comparisons between such areas as lighting, three phase, instant hot water heating, various type of A/C, etc.

    Bill Bamford
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  • I have seen recent claims justifying filter plugs to get rid of "dirty" power for health reasons. Unfortunately, someone in my neighborhood, desperately looking for a cure for his wife's brain cancer, is buying it hook line and sinker.

    I am so angry that these false claims are distracting him from his most important mission right now of caring for and spending time with his wife. I am so angry that these morally bankrupt merchants are wrecking this sort of havoc in peoples lives.

    ken lillemo
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  • Someone needs to conduct an independent test. I have heard things from it will save you money to it will cost you money. If anyone wants to conduct an independent test, I volunteer.

    I live in a 1953 house with not much grounding. I read on a one website that their device will save me more money because I don't have three wires.

    Eric Vey
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  • Thanks Mike for bringing this issue all together to address several emails in the past few months. Most things don't pass the basic laws of physics, etc that go back generations, yet a salesman is born every day that tries to prove otherwise. Stay safe everybody & let's make this a year that shows safety being addressed better than in years past.

    Tall Bill
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