Understanding and Comparing Isentropic Efficiency in Blowers

Oct. 19, 2021
Electrical power is one of the largest variable costs at wastewater plants, and blowers are the biggest energy users. Energy efficiency varies significantly by blower type and can be measured in more than one way. In this short video, Kaeser USA's Blower Product Manager, Stephen Horne explains isentropic efficiency and specific performance as measures of efficiency, and compares the levels of efficiency between commonly used blower types.

Electrical power is one of the largest variable costs at wastewater plants, and blowers are the biggest energy users. Energy efficiency varies significantly by blower type and can be measured in more than one way. In this short video, Kaeser USA's Blower Product Manager, Stephen Horne explains isentropic efficiency and specific performance as measures of efficiency, and compares the levels of efficiency between commonly used blower types.

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