Case Study
Norfolk Naval Shipyard Saves Equivalent of 800,000 lbs. of Coal Annually and Eliminates Over 450,000 lbs./hour of Steam Losses with Piping and Steam Trap Upgrades
SMI Impact
Created safe workspaces with full coverage of uninsulated of piping and equipment
Thermal savings equivalent to 800,000 lbs. of coal burned annually
Elimination of steam losses in excess of 450,000 lbs./hour
Improved system functionality for steam trap maintenance with installation of new steam trap strainers and isolation valves
Customer
An ESCO engaged Steam Management, Inc. to design-bid and execute the installation of multiple ECMs at Norfolk Naval Shipyard and St. Julien’s Annex, in Portsmouth VA. The project encompassed 50+ buildings with medium and high-level security protocol across 3 campuses.
Problems
The site has high-pressure steam distribution systems with pressure reducing stations located in each building. Both the high and medium/low pressure systems needed upgrades and repairs to improve functionality and reduce energy losses. The piping and equipment insulation in most locations was missing or degraded to a condition where re-insulation was necessary for energy savings and to avoid existing health and safety risks.
Site conditions:
Unsafe work areas with exposed steam piping
Neglected steam traps without strainers and isolation valves
Key Actions
Schedule an assessment of your facility.
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Survey and develop IGA scope of work
Prepare final application schedules for project approval
Prepare product submittal packages for project approval
Prepare work and safety plans with JHA for project approval
Manage material purchasing and handling on site across 3 high- medium security facilities
Manage all subcontracted labor for turnkey installation
Work with facility and building managers for site access and utility shutdowns
On-site project management by SMI personnel
Conduct start-up and weekly safety meetings
Pre & post M&V data with IR photos for all installed components
Complete project commissioning, punch list and sign-off walk throughs
Provide site training with videographer
Provide O&M Manual with material and workmanship warranty