Fan systems, that are typically used for boiler and furnace applications and facility ventilation, consume considerable amounts of electricity in a pulp and paper mill (roughly 20% in the US mills). Use of efficiency fans and fan system improvements are therefore important areas for energy efficiency improvements. Common measures that can help reduce energy consumption in fans and fan systems include the following:
Additional information on the topic can be found on the Fan Systems part of IETD.
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This Energy Guide discusses energy efficiency practices and energy-efficient technologies that can be implemented at the component, process, facility, and organizational levels.
Basic improvements in fan system are estimated to have a potential to save the US pulp and paper industry about 1,100 GWh/year of electricity.