Providing energy management that can withstand harsh industrial environments outside of electrical cabinets, the Beckhoff EP9214 power distributor box provides the ability to supply up to 4 NEC class-2 circuits via typical M8 plug connectors.

There are many paths toward reducing energy and utility usage at plants—some are obvious, but some are not and require the help of consultants and suppliers.

In the process, it widens the window of product types treatable by the same unit.

One useful tool is industrial energy management software, but determining which software to use can be daunting.

Increase efficiency. Improve product handling characteristics. Meter ingredients or cleaning chemicals more accurately. Cut maintenance time and downtime. Decrease energy usage.

Known for their heavy use of energy, the meat and poultry industries need to cut usage wherever they can.

Ice forming on freezer ceilings is a food safety regulatory issue and a sign of energy waste.