Earlyrise Bakery, a bustling and dynamic bakery situated in the heart of Dubbo, is a constituent of a larger client entity, but focused specifically on the Dubbo site for the purposes of this case study.
The objective was to address recurrent incidents of high current leading to fuse tripping in the substation, resulting in disruptive blackouts. The bakery sought enhanced visibility into its load management to mitigate future issues and preempt the need for substation upgrades, thereby avoiding potential liability. Additionally, the bakery faced challenges in maintaining consistent solar power supply.
The solution involved the installation of Wattwatchers monitoring devices to meticulously track the bakery's load and current consumption. To proactively manage energy usage, checks were configured to monitor maximum current levels within five-minute intervals. Real-time email notifications were established to alert the bakery staff when the site's current exceeded 400A, enabling them to exercise caution with their energy utilisation.
Furthermore, solar monitoring capabilities were integrated into the e21 system to monitor solar performance and quantify savings. Daily alerts were configured to promptly notify staff of any instances of the solar system going offline, ensuring continuous monitoring and operational efficiency.
As a result of the implemented solutions, Earlyrise gained the ability to swiftly respond to high current alerts, enabling proactive management of energy consumption patterns. With enhanced visibility into their usage patterns, they were able to make informed decisions about energy utilisation, optimising operations for efficiency. Since the implementation of the alert system, instances of fuse tripping ceased to occur, ensuring uninterrupted power supply and minimising disruptions to bakery operations. This newfound control over energy management not only mitigated the risk of potential blackouts but also instilled confidence in the bakery's ability to maintain stable operations during peak demand periods.
