Complete leakage management
November 14th 2007 Compressed air will for most manufacturing companies represent more than 10% of the energy bill. However one should be aware that it is probably also the most expensive form of energy a company uses. Only 5% of the energy used to compress the air becomes usable energy. Why invest in additional capacity or more efficient compressors before you have addressed the leakage situation? It is simply means you are producing waste more efficiently, or you can avoid unnecessary investment altogether. A leakage management programme generally has a pay-back period of less than 6 months. Leakages cost money every minute, hour and week of the year but the average repair cost for a LeekSeek project is less than 15% of the leakage cost identified.
On average, even what would be considered a good system will have a leakage rate between 20-30%. A LeekSeek leakage management programme will reduce air consumption and provide savings almost immediately. LeekSeek is a independent third-party, that specialises on leakage management that takes into account continuous improvement. As Daniel Winkler from LeekSeek Group says, “You can do lots of tests with ultrasonic leak detectors but you won’t save a penny until it is repaired”. LeekSeek detects and repairs leaks with the support of a compter aided leakage management system. The leakage management system employed by LeekSeek detects and documents leaks. Reporting systems and web based logistic solutions to the remedial actions are then implemented. Correctly implemented and supported, an effective reporting system will provide vital data on where the leakages are reoccurring. It can identify which components and equipment cause repeated problems, which workplaces need closer attention, appropriate service interval suggestions and so on.
With more than 4000 fully documented leakage detection surveys completed worldwide, the LeekSeek members contribute to and share the world's most comprehensive database on leakage detection projects. The web based LeekSeek system provides each member with instant access to leakage detection projects carried out all over the world and in principle, every type of industry. This enables a LeekSeek member to provide each client with in-depth and up to date information relevant to their specific industry. The web based system also provides global corporations with bench marking opportunities, uniform reporting standards and instant access to information from each manufacturing unit.
The LeekSeek webiste contains a calculator for ascertaining not only your possible savings but also the pay-back period and the CO2 emissions your company is producing. More articles from LeekSeek Ltd: | 
