(14) Energy Loss

These are losses of such energy as electric power, fuel, steam, air, and water (including wastewater).

Improvement has been achieved with regard to major energy losses, but a considerable number of minor losses are left un-rectified, so there is much room for improvement. In the case of hydraulic equipment, various problems must be detected by studying the following points:

- Is the pressure-setting appropriate?
- Is the holding time appropriate?
- Is the hydraulic pump type suitable (variable capacity type)?
- Is the hydraulic circuit suitable?

Detected problems should be solved one by one. Finding and improving many minor energy losses adds up to great results.

This affects cost & not affecting the equipment OEE / OPE