Innovative refrigeration specialist Oxford Energy Solutions wanted to help its customers:

• Modernize 50-year-old systems to make them more efficient and sustainable
• Eliminate the need for lubrication in refrigeration components
• Improve visibility into operating thresholds
• Increase flexibility, reliability, and functionality
• Reduce maintenance and repair costs

Apps, Analytics & Services: EcoStruxure Machine Advisor, EcoStruxure Secure Connect Advisor

Edge Control: Modicon M172 logic controller, EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert

Connected Products: Altivar Machine 320 variable speed drives, Harmony iPC and pushbuttons, Telemecanique sensors, TeSys U motor starters, PowerLogic™ EM3500 power meters, power supplies, switches, contactors, motors, transducers

Oxford Energy chose to implement a full suite of EcoStruxure Machine solutions, including:

• The Modicon M172 logic controller, which allows for a better-operating, lower-charged system with fewer connection points and gaskets
• EcoStruxure Machine Advisor with EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert and a Harmony iPC, which provide visibility into every step of the refrigeration process and provide alerts should any issues arise
• EcoStruxure Secure Connect Advisor, which adds a security layer and helps protect the system

• 50%-70% less energy requirements (from 21 Kw/h to 6 Kw/h) for refrigeration systems
• 50% reduction in the number of mechanical components in the systems’ design
• Improved equipment reliability and lifecycle
• Drastically reduced operating and maintenance costs for end users
• Remote monitoring and predictive maintenance capabilities
• All devices integrated into a single connected automation system that can be easily expanded as necessary