Energy Saving Products Ltd. - Building a Better Building
ESP Press Release 401.03 -  Click here to download the pdf version.

    Edmonton, CANADA - Energy Saving Products Ltd., manufacturer of Hi-Velocity Systems, has unveiled its brand new 23,000 square foot facility, on the site of the arson that completely destroyed the building and its contents on January 27th, 2009. The Hi-Velocity System is a small duct heating, air conditioning and indoor air quality system, manufactured since 1983. 

January 27th Edmonton Fire     CEO Leon Prevost was in Chicago attending the AHR Expo in January 2009 when he got a phone call from his wife (ESP President Elaine Prevost) telling him of the late night fire. Although devastated, Leon’s determination set in, and he began immediately to look forward. “I was not going to let this tragedy get us down” he said.

Energy Saving Products Ltd.     With great resolution and a lot of hard work from employees, suppliers, customers, friends and family, the company was up and running in a temporary facility within two and a half weeks of the fire.

     The design of the new building was completed by Leon and his sons (Tim, in Technical Support and Training, and Daniel, in charge of Electrical Research and Development), working closely with the General Contractor on the reconstruction of the new manufacturing plant. “We came up with our own plans from the start of the design to the finish,” says Daniel. “We wanted practical energy-efficiency, and of course we also wanted to showcase our Hi-Velocity System for everyone visiting the factory.” As a result, ESP has introduced a much improved training area to better instruct customers and showcase their products.

ESP Mechanical Room    The company has invested 22 months to build a leading edge manufacturing facility, which will be certified under the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) program. This program encourages the adoption of sustainable green building design techniques and construction practices, through the creation and implementation of universally understood and accepted tools, materials and performance criteria, pertaining to all aspects of the building. “The whole idea behind LEED is not only energy efficiency, sustainable design or indoor air quality, but also an overall improvement of construction practices to reduce waste and/or contamination caused by the construction process,” said Daniel. “The new factory reduces our energy usage by 60 percent.”

     High-efficiency chillers, boilers and solar panels were also included in the new plans. For Leon, “it was only natural to go to the next level of sustainability.”

New Offices are Individually Zoned    The warehouse and office space are outfitted with multiple air handling systems with numerous zones, allowing each occupant to control the temperature in their own space. This promotes productivity, comfort and well-being, as well as demonstrating a fully energy efficient system.

     Each air handling unit utilizes a heat recovery ventilator (HRV). These recover thermal energy from the air being exhausted and transfer it to the fresh air being brought into the building. This will save energy by minimizing the heating load in the winter. Each air handling unit also uses the company’s own HE PS air purification system, which utilizes photo-catalytic technology to eliminate VOC’s, CO, and odours from the air. The air handling units are also equipped with CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) monitoring sensors that modulate the amount of fresh air and exhaust air to provide the building with optimal indoor air quality.photo-catalytic technology to eliminate VOC’s, CO, and odours from the air. The air handling units are also equipped with CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) monitoring sensors that modulate the amount of fresh air and exhaust air to provide the building with optimal indoor air quality.

      Another renewable energy system being incorporated in this building is a solar collector system to supply supplementary heat to the building and hot water tank. These are constructed of a bank of tubes that absorb thermal energy from the sun and exchange this heat to water flowing through the tubes. This is done to reduce the load on the boilers and take advantage of our planets free energy.

Elaine, Tim, Leon and Daniel Prevost     What began as a disaster has turned into a new vision. ESP offers it’s customers a solid core of youth tempered with age and experience in their combined commitment to improve and develop the Hi-Velocity System. “We look forward to our Grand Re-opening in May, and greeting existing customers as well as welcoming new customers,” said Leon. “Now, we not only talk the talk on efficiency and sustainability, but also walk the walk and lead by example.” 

    

Watch a video featuring our new building!  (Opens new window)

To see pictures of the construction process from the beginning, click
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If you are interested in visiting our new facility, call us at 780-453-2093 to and we'll be happy to arrange a tour!

 
 

What are Hi-Velocity SystemsTM?

The Hi-Velocity System is an energy efficient high pressure air delivery system that can be designed to provide heating, cooling, filtration, ventilation, humidification and dehumidification. The Hi-Velocity SDHV (Small Duct High Velocity) System works on the principle of pressure rather than air velocity. It is quite different than a conventional furnace, the main difference being that the supply duct work is all "small diameter" or "mini duct". This makes it very easy to install inside existing walls with minimal remodelling. The flex duct fits inside a typical framed wall without having to disturb the drywall. Our fan coil is modular and fits easily in mechanical rooms, closets, attics, crawlspaces, anywhere! The small footprint makes it the right choice for both new construction and retrofits.

What makes us different?

With a pressurized small duct we condition the air differently than conventional forced air systems. With the use of a high pressure area to low pressure area, we continuously mix the room air, creating even temperatures from floor to ceiling. Because the plenum duct is pressurized, dust build-up within the duct work is eliminated. With continuous air circulation from the constant fan, airborne dust and other allergens can be easily filtered out of the air.  Air from our unique round outlets is mixed thoroughly, eliminating "hot and cold spots" commonly found with conventional systems.

How does this benefit you?

Our innovative fan coil and unique cooling module technology helps create a healthier and more enjoyable indoor living environment for the end-user, while saving money on monthly operating costs. The Hi-Velocity System can remove up to 30% more moisture from the air than conventional systems, leaving a constant and comfortable temperature on the skin surface. The innovative fan coil and unique heating and cooling technologies help create a healthier and more enjoyable indoor living environment, and the Energy Smart Variable Frequency Drive Motor will help save money on your heating bills. 

How we Provide these Benefits:

    Hi-Efficiency programmable Energy Smart Motors with Variable Frequency Drive

    Our fan coil units are modular, conveniently located, and can be installed in a variety of orientations, with many available application options

    Our 2" & HE flex duct delivers air under a greater pressure than a conventional system. This increase in pressure forces the mixing of the air in the room, eliminating stratification

    Our flex duct is insulated to prevent heat loss/gain and has a sound absorbing inner core to deliver the air whisper quiet

    Smaller duct also allows for greater flexibility in installations while saving space

    Vents are adjustable and can be installed in the floor, ceiling or wall in a variety of styles to blend in with their surroundings

The Hi-Velocity System can be utilized for most projects, but some typical installations are commercial, new residential construction and the retrofit market. With the versatility, quick installation and superior Indoor Air Quality provided from our systems, they are now a popular choice with home builders, installers and the end user.

    How the Hi-Velocity System can Improve your Indoor Air Quality:

    • Even temperature throughout the structure

    • Filtration

    • Fresh air make-up

    • Humidification

    • Dehumidification

    • Reduce conditions that promote mold and mildew

Also available is the Hi-Velocity Air Purification System, utilizing Photo-Catalytic Oxidation, Ultraviolet Light, and Electrostatic technologies to give consumers unsurpassed indoor air quality.

For all of your heating, cooling, and Indoor Air Quality needs, the Hi-Velocity System is the right choice for you!

                                              

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