Why Energy Costs Matter More Than Ever
For manufacturers, energy costs are a major operational expense; yet many businesses unknowingly overpay for electricity due to misaligned rate structures. While some explore demand response programs to cut costs, these programs often require manufacturers to reduce energy consumption during peak hours, leading to production slowdowns, inefficiencies, and uncertain savings.
At SM Engineering, we take a different approach to manufacturing energy savings. Instead of forcing manufacturers to adjust operations to fit a utility’s needs, we help businesses secure the lowest possible electricity rates without sacrificing productivity.
How SM Engineering Helps Manufacturers Reduce Energy Costs
Key Benefits of Our Approach
- ✔ Lower Electricity Rates for Manufacturers – We analyze energy bills and rate structures to ensure businesses aren’t overpaying per kilowatt-hour.
- ✔ Industrial Rate Plan Qualification – Many manufacturers pay more than necessary simply because they are on the wrong utility rate plan. We help businesses transition to lower-cost industrial rate plans when they qualify.
- ✔ Permanent Energy Cost Reduction – Unlike demand response programs, which offer temporary savings, our solutions result in long-term, sustainable cost reductions.
- ✔ No Production Downtime – Our strategies lower energy costs without requiring manufacturers to cut consumption or change production schedules.
Real-World Results: A Manufacturer Who Cut Costs Without Downtimes
A mid-sized manufacturing facility sought ways to lower electricity costs while maintaining full production capacity. Instead of adjusting operations for a demand response program, we conducted a comprehensive energy bill review and discovered they were enrolled in a general service rate plan; even though they qualified for an industrial rate plan with lower costs per kilowatt-hour.
By identifying and facilitating the switch to the correct industrial rate plan, this manufacturer reduced their energy costs by 10% annually – all without making any changes to facility operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
We specialize in optimizing energy expenses so manufacturers can pay less for the power they already use – without operational changes. Our expert analysis identifies missed savings opportunities that often go unnoticed.
1. How do I know if I’m on the best energy rate for my business?
- Many manufacturers assume their electricity rate plan is optimized, but utility companies don’t automatically place businesses on the lowest-cost plan. Instead, companies must proactively assess their options. At SM Engineering, we specialize in identifying better rate structures for manufacturers to ensure they aren’t overpaying for electricity.
2. How often do energy rates change?
- Utility rate structures and energy pricing models can change annually or even seasonally, depending on location and provider. If you haven’t reviewed your rate plan in over a year, there’s a strong chance you could be paying more than necessary.
3. Do I have to change how my facility operates to lower costs?
- No! Unlike demand response programs that require reducing energy consumption, our approach allows manufacturers to continue full production while simply paying less for the energy they already use.
Take Control of Your Energy Costs
Manufacturers shouldn’t have to choose between lower costs and full production capacity. With SM Engineering, you can have both. Our proven strategies help manufacturers reduce electricity expenses, optimize energy rates, and maximize profitability.
Want to lower energy costs without disrupting production? Let’s talk.
