The Cost of Inefficient Compressed Air
Compressed air is one of the most expensive utilities in an industrial facility — typically costing $0.25 to $0.35 per 1,000 cubic feet to generate when electricity, maintenance, and capital costs are factored in. In most facilities, 20–30% of that compressed air is wasted through leaks alone, and additional waste occurs through pressure set too high, equipment running unloaded, improper sizing, and poor system design. Brabazon's energy efficiency services address all of these losses systematically.
Our Energy Efficiency Services
We offer a full range of services to help you reduce compressed air and vacuum energy costs. Our compressed air audits provide a complete system assessment with quantified energy savings opportunities and a prioritized action plan. Our leak detection and repair service uses ultrasonic equipment to find and fix every leak in your distribution system. We also help facilities implement variable speed drive (VSD) compressors, optimize pressure setpoints, improve compressor controls and sequencing, and right-size dryer and filter systems. Each of these improvements delivers measurable, documented energy savings.
Utility Rebates and Incentives
Energy efficiency improvements to compressed air systems often qualify for utility rebate programs in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Michigan, and Missouri. Brabazon helps customers identify and apply for available incentives — which can offset 20–50% of improvement project costs in some programs. We document the energy savings in a format that satisfies utility rebate requirements, making the process straightforward for your team.