SGS Produce Reduces Operating Costs By Installing Carlisle Controllers & EC Motors
SGS Produce is a full-service wholesale produce company operating out of Los Angeles, California. The company runs a large refrigerated warehouse where fresh produce is stored before distribution to various segments of the food industry. To maintain strict cold-storage requirements, evaporator fan motors operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Problem
Running evaporator fan motors nonstop, 365 days a year, creates extremely high energy expenses. With electricity costs steadily increasing over the past five years, SGS president Carole Shandler sought a more efficient solution to reduce operating expenses without compromising cooling performance.
The Solution
Carlisle Energy conducted a savings analysis and determined that retrofitting one of SGS’s coolers with Carlisle Controllers and 1.5 HP EC Motors would provide substantial energy reductions. The results were impressive—SGS will save an estimated $225,000 over the next five years. Thanks to LADWP’s Carlisle incentive of $27,547.45, the entire project paid for itself in less than six months.
Why Carlisle is the Right Solution
Carlisle motor controllers optimize system efficiency by automatically adjusting evaporator fan speed based on cooling demand. When no cooling is required, the fans operate at low speed—circulating about 40% of the normal airflow while consuming just 10% of the energy.
This intelligent control system delivers up to 50% more energy savings compared to EC motors alone, making Carlisle the most cost-effective and reliable solution for cold-storage facilities like SGS Produce.
- Reduces energy waste without sacrificing cooling performance
- Delivers fast ROI through utility incentives and rebates
- Ensures long-term operating cost savings
- Provides reliable performance in high-demand refrigeration environments
Start Saving With Carlisle
If your facility is facing rising energy costs, Carlisle Controllers and EC Motors can deliver proven savings, just like they did for SGS Produce. For more information on Carlisle Electronically Commuted (EC) Motors and Controllers and how Carlisle Energy can reduce your operating costs, contact us today at (714) 684-1766.