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Fan Systems

Read the following to learn about the training sessions offered. The courses are taught by highly qualified instructors who have met rigorous standards. Learn more about the course instructors.

Fan System Assessment Tool (FSAT) Training — 2-hour Webcast

Now, in addition to full-day training sessions, ITP offers an introductory, convenient 2-hour Webcast on the use of the FSAT. This session introduces the tool and presents the basics—and the benefits—of using it to target opportunities for energy savings in your plant. This training is for you if your plant is scheduled to receive a 2007 Energy Savings Assessment, if you are considering applying for one, or if you want a good start in using the tools.

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To sign up for a Webcast, see the Save Energy Now events calendar.

Fan System Assessment — 1-day workshop

Optimizing industrial fan systems can take on many forms, but any fan optimization project must meet the needs of the process. This 1-day workshop highlights the benefits of fan system optimization and examines fan system performance characteristics and practical issues concerning measurement data. The session introduces the DOE's Fan System Assessment Tool (FSAT). This powerful analysis software helps you quantify the potential benefits of configuring fan systems for optimal performance, calculate the amount of energy use by your fan system, and estimate fan system efficiency. Learn how the software works, what data is required for FSAT, and how to interpret assessment results.

In addition, this workshop includes discussion to help you:

  • Calculate the cost of operating fans in your facility
  • Understand the interaction between the fan curve and the system curve
  • Analyze the optimization potential of fan systems
  • Create an action plan to improve fan system efficiency and reliability in your plant.

Visit the BestPractices training calendar to find out about upcoming Fan System Assessment training in your area. Contact the EERE Information Center, or call 1-877-EERE-INF (1-877-337-3463).

Qualified Fan System Assessment Specialist Training

DOE has an additional level of training for industry professionals interested in becoming Qualified Fan System Specialists. By successfully completing this advanced training you will be recognized by DOE as a Qualified Specialist in the use of FSAT. As a Qualified Specialist, you can then apply the tool to help your plant or industrial customers identify ways to improve fan system efficiency.

To learn more about the Qualified FSAT Specialist training, please contact the BestPractices Training Coordinator. Check the BestPractices training calendar for announcements of upcoming FSAT qualification workshops.