ENERGY EFFICIENCY CAMPAIGN

KUALA LUMPUR, 4 May – TNB today signed a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Central Capacitors (M) Sdn Bhd to boost the energy efficiency campaign specifically targeted for the Industrial & Commercial Large Power Customers through the improvement of power factor at the customer’s end.   TNB was represented by Datuk Ir. Md. Sidek Ahmad and Ir. Aishah Dato’ Hj. Abdul Rauf, while Central Capacitors by Managing Director Emy Yap  and Encik Nik Ryan Daud.

• Under the agreement, Central Capacitors provide TNB with the following services:

• Quick Survey Report
• Preliminary comprehensive board check, inclusive of inspection report and recommendations
• Evaluation and troubleshooting of existing power factor correction boards for all types of industries and buildings, complete with inspection report and recommendations
• Design, assemble, supply and install complete units of automatic power factor correction boards for new and/or existing buildings
• Re-design and upgrade existing power correction boards to suit individual type of industry for optimum performance
• Rental of existing power factor correction boards for temporary usage at construction sites
• Preventive maintenance of existing power factor correction board with documented maintenance reports.

Beyond that, the company offers three follow-up services for the first three months after installation of the new boards, and free re-evaluation of future new equipment or machinery for customers who come under the purview of its maintenance contract.

All queries or requests for these services can be directed to 03-9284 4399 or addressed to save@centralcapacitors.com.my

For TNB, the agreement means:

• Potential cost savings in terms of reduction of operating cost, system losses and efficient utilisation of installed capacity.
• Opportunity for TNB personnel to learn new skills in power factor enhancement
• Introduction of advisory service to Industrial & Commercial Customers to enhance customer loyalty.

Its benefits to customers include:

• Lower electricity bills by eliminating power factor penalty charges
• Lower equipment loading capacity means increased efficiency of equipment and electricity usage as well as longer life of equipment
• Efficiency in electricity usage.