Xcel Energy is another energy provider that offers rebates on steam traps in Minnesota. Xcel Energy says that there are three main reasons why a steam trap can fail. From the Xcel Energy Information Sheet, they are:
Steam traps are vital components of boiler systems. They control the flow of steam and automatically close when it's time to discharge. Having your steam traps regularly inspected can help prevent them from failing and increase their efficiency. Continuing from Xcel Energy's Information Sheet, Xcel Energy starts with a steam trap audit where you can get a rebate "of $15 per steam trap that is tested every other year." After an audit is done, customers "can earn $30 for every steam trap repaired or replaced." Xcel Energy estimates that steam costs $5/1,000 pounds; by fixing faulty steam traps, you can save money.
This chart shows the numbers you can be saving per month and year when you maintain an efficient steam trap:
Here are two case studies Xcel Energy has done with steam traps to help customers save money and energy:
More information on Xcel Energy can be found on their website and Information Sheet.
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