Most energy audits focus on lighting, HVAC, and utility rooms. EDE's audit goes deeper — directly into the manufacturing value stream — where the largest and most overlooked energy waste typically exists.
Our approach maps your production flow, then overlays energy use at each step to identify where energy is consumed without adding production value. This includes idle equipment, oversized systems, compressed air misuse, process overheating, and HVAC supporting non-production loads.
We don't just look at utility bills. We measure how energy is used to produce your product.
Energy Per PartDirect cost of energy tied to each unit of production
Idle vs. Value-Added EnergySeparating productive from wasted consumption
Process BottlenecksEquipment idling between production steps
Compressed Air in ProductionMisuse and oversized demand in the process line
HVAC Interaction with Process HeatSimultaneous heating and cooling inefficiencies
Oversized Dust CollectionVentilation systems running at unnecessary capacity
Idle Conveyors & EquipmentMachinery running without active production
Baseline Idle EnergyWhat the plant consumes when no production is running
Identify High-Value Opportunities Quickly
A structured walkthrough designed to identify high-impact opportunities with minimal disruption. We evaluate major systems and provide a prioritized list of savings opportunities, estimated ranges, and recommended next steps.
Energy Value Stream Mapping + Measurement
An expanded analysis using Energy Value Stream Mapping and targeted monitoring. We evaluate energy use at the process level and quantify where energy is consumed without contributing to throughput.
A visual map of your production process overlaid with energy consumption at each step.
Quantifies how much energy is consumed per unit — key for cost and sustainability reporting.
Pinpoints when and where energy is consumed without contributing to production throughput.
Targeted recommendations for the two largest hidden energy consumers in manufacturing.
Building management system upgrades and scheduling logic to automate energy reduction.
We structure projects to maximize rebate eligibility, often funding part or all of the work.
Data-backed projections so you know what to expect — verified results after implementation.
A prioritized, phased plan to reduce energy waste while minimizing operational disruption.
Since 2008, Energy Design Engineers has helped industrial, commercial, and manufacturing companies across the Midwest uncover inefficiencies hidden in plain sight.
Our team brings decades of hands-on engineering experience to every audit — applying science, math, and real measurement to find the right solution for your facility.
We listen first, ask the right questions, and deliver projects that are cash-positive from day one through utility rebates and low-interest financing.
Most clients begin with a Level 1 audit to identify opportunities, then move into a Level 2 audit for measurement, engineering, and implementation planning — systematically reducing energy waste while improving operational performance.
We gather facility details, utility data, and operational context before arriving on-site.
Structured walkthrough of your facility to observe systems, equipment, and production flow.
Temporary monitoring deployed to capture kW profiles, runtime, and compressed air usage.
Engineering-first analysis to quantify savings and design the right solution for your facility.
We secure utility rebates and low-interest financing (0–3.9%) to maximize project payback.
Solutions deployed and verified — with before/after data to confirm every dollar saved.
Schedule a no-obligation walkthrough and discover the energy waste hidden in your facility.
Contact Energy Design Engineers for expert solutions in sustainable energy systems and innovative engineering designs. Whether you have a project in mind or need consultation, our team is ready to assist you in achieving energy efficiency and success.
