Energy Management with Modular Energy Measurement Technology

Table of contents

1. How does energy management work?
2. Standards for energy management systems
3. Standard-compliant energy management with expandable system solutions
4. Modular products for efficient energy management from Janitza

How does energy management work?

Energy management is used to identify and implement opportunities to save energy. The energy sources and streams in the business are recorded and analyzed. Based on the results of the analysis, suggestions for improvement are developed, economically evaluated and then implemented. Measuring devices and systems that record energy consumption can therefore support the effective use of energy and thus save costs. Data transparency is particularly important. It is essential to record, consolidate and visualize data from all areas of the company, for example to set up safety measures to protect plant and machinery.

In order to achieve a long-term increase in energy efficiency, companies define an energy policy strategy and measure their progress using key performance indicators. In addition to investment decisions regarding energy efficiency, energy-relevant processes are defined and the necessary organizational structures are adapted.

Standards for energy management systems

The international standards ISO 50001 and ISO 50005 were especially created for energy management systems. The aim of ISO 50001 is to continuously improve existing energy efficiency. The standard includes specifications for systematic energy management, including requirements and instructions for the application of energy management systems in companies and other organizations. The ISO 50001 standard also aims to achieve the following objectives:

• Tapping into new energy efficiency potential
• Savings in energy costs
• Reduction of greenhouse gases, e.g. CO2 emissions
• Reduction of other environmental impacts due to energy consumption

The ISO 50005 standard is based on ISO 50001 and comprises a step-by-step process for energy management. The standard aimes specifically at small and medium-sized companies. More requirements and elements are added at each stage. It forms a basis for subsequent further development up to the level of ISO 50001.

Standard-compliant energy management with expandable system solutions

In addition to standards that are constantly evolving, the technical framework is also changing. New possibilities for data acquisition and communication standards such as OPC UA simplify the networking of various devices. In order to implement a standard-compliant energy management system that can respond to such new requirements, it is helpful to rely on easily expandable and combinable system solutions.

The manufacturer Janitza specializes in innovative solutions in the field of network monitoring, energy data acquisition and digital built-in measuring devices. Janitza’s energy measuring devices are available in different versions and help to fulfill the complex regulations. In combination with the GridVis® grid visualization software, Janitza’s products form an integrated system environment for managing energy data and monitoring power quality, load management and residual current monitoring. This enables a holistic solution that meets the requirements for energy efficiency, sustainability, availability and safety.

Modular products for efficient energy management from Janitza

By using energy measurement devices from Janitza, such as the UMG 801 or the UMG 96 series, important energy data can be recorded. This data provides a solid basis for current and future challenges. The measurement data from all devices can be saved, visualized and analyzed in the corresponding software.