Project Description
Barry Traub, Owner Operator” ]I installed Ektos in my store in Rocky Mount, NC in July ’08. I am extremely pleased with the system’s energy savings and operation. We are still learning all of the system benefits. I would recommend Ektos to all who would like to improve the operation of their building and save money.
McDONALD’S – ROCKY MOUNT, NC
Why Ektos was selected:
Local references based on company reputation
SUMMARY
Building Type:
Free-standing QSR
Locations:
9 McDonald’s locations in North Carolina
Business Issue:
Rising utility and maintenance costs
Challenge
- Energy increase and demand
- M&R expenses increase due to reactive service calls
- Needed a solution across multiple free standing restaurants
Installation
- System installed overnight with minimal interruption.
- On-site staff received a complete system walkthrough immediately following the installations
- Franchisee received a remote system walkthrough one week following the installation, allowing time for the system to learn and understand the dynamic environment of the stores.
Solution
Ektos Energy Management System
Ektos Text Messaging Service plan to alert for cooling & heating failures
Ektos Services with utility consumption tracking and QSR help desk support
Schneider Electric Powerlink Panel controls individual lighting circuits, eliminating energy use after hours using programmable lighting
RESULTS
- Improved bottom line by over $60,000 annually for his organization
- Significant energy cost reductions: over $11,000 average for each store annually
- Achieved an average 18-month ROI for 9 locations
- Ektos Help Desk Services continued assistance to maintenance and operations teams
- HVAC efficiency ratings help facility managers find and fix problems early