BMRA energy partner, Enexus
For businesses in the metals recycling industry, heavy-duty machinery is essential but comes with high electricity costs. With energy prices fluctuating and operational expenses rising, finding ways to optimise electricity usage and reduce costs is crucial for maintaining profitability.
1. Review Your Energy Contracts
Electricity costs can vary significantly depending on your tariff and provider. Regularly reviewing your energy contract ensures that you’re not overpaying.
✅ Assess your current tariff – Ensure you’re on a contract that suits your business’s energy consumption patterns.
✅ Negotiate better rates – Switching suppliers or renegotiating terms can result in significant cost savings.
✅ Avoid out-of-contract rates – If your fixed-term contract expires without renewal, you could be moved onto a higher default rate.
2. Optimise Machinery Usage
Heavy-duty machinery consumes vast amounts of energy, but implementing efficiency measures can lead to major cost reductions.
✅ Schedule operations during off-peak hours – Many energy providers offer lower rates during non-peak times.
✅ Invest in energy-efficient equipment – Modern machinery is designed to use less power while maintaining high performance.
✅ Use automated systems – Smart energy management solutions can optimise when and how machinery is used to reduce unnecessary energy waste.
3. Implement Preventative Maintenance
Well-maintained equipment operates more efficiently and consumes less electricity.
✅ Regularly service motors and components – Keeping machinery in top condition reduces energy strain and prolongs equipment life.
✅ Monitor energy consumption – Smart meters and monitoring software can identify inefficiencies and unusual spikes in usage.
✅ Train staff on best practices – Proper operation techniques can prevent excessive wear and tear and reduce energy waste.
4. Explore Renewable and On-Site Energy Generation
Reducing reliance on the grid can significantly cut costs and improve sustainability.
✅ Solar panels and battery storage – On-site energy generation can help offset peak electricity costs.
✅ Energy-efficient lighting and power management – Upgrading to LED lighting and installing motion sensors reduces unnecessary electricity use.
✅ Power factor correction – Investing in power factor correction technology can improve electrical efficiency and lower overall consumption.
How Enexus Energy Can Help
At Enexus Energy, we specialise in helping businesses in the metals recycling sector reduce electricity costs through strategic procurement, energy audits, and efficiency improvements.
Get in touch today to arrange a free energy review and discover how much your business could save!
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📞 call: 01253 966960