Why EKG's data systems are different?
EKG's data system is the result of years of experiencing the challenges and lack of choices and flexibility that typical data acquisition companies offer. We eventually developed our own system that gives you the ultimate in implementation flexibility, low-costs, short and long-term opportunities and multiple communication options.
Cost effective installation. |
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For a short-term project, equipment can be installed “site unseen.” |
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Overall project costs are lower because only one EKG Datalogger/Controller is required. |
Web-based data is available “immediately” for viewing and evaluation via any web browser; you do not have to wait days or weeks for crews to travel back and retrieve the data. |
Primary electricity values acquired are kW, kWh, kVARh, voltage, current, power factor, VA, frequency (other electricity values on request). |
Concurrently meter any signal, e.g., gas, water, outside air temperature and humidity, return/supply air temperature, static pressure, etc.; ideal for re-commissioning a facility.
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Port data to your server or to www.ekgdata.com. |
All data from ekgdata.com is downloadable into *.csv or HTML format. |
The EKG data system overlays all existing BAS/EMCS, thereby showing how those systems are performing.
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The same hardware used for acquiring short-term data is the same for long-term; merely continue to use the equipment already in place and add sensors as required.
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| All data source-points can be alarmed for 24/7 monitoring. |
Project Topology
RF communications between the Base Station unit and Satellite units give you maximum flexibility for designing your data project.
Unit Architecture
The robust versatility of the EKG Datalogger/Controller (DLC) and the unique design of the individual Base Station and Satellite units give you the ultimate in M&V options within your facilities.
  
Data Presentation, Alarming, Monitoring and Data Analysis
Once again, EKG's flexibilty extends to data presentation. Data can be ported to your server or to EKG's data presentation website www.ekgdata.com. EKG also has the expertise to analyse your data to help you achieve the most from your data project. Below is a sample graphic. Request a sample report from EKG to fully understand how you can use data to maximize energy reduction.
Project Costs
By virture that EKG's equipment offers such flexibility, options and versatility, each project's cost must be developed separately. Below are the considerations for developing costs for your data project.
Duration of the project, i.e., short or long-term?
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How many facilities? |
What data is required at each facility, i.e., what sensors are needed? |
Will the customer provide an electrician or staff member to install the CTs? |
Can we access the Internet on the customer’s LAN? |
Will data be sent to ekgdata.com or another server for data presentation? |
Will EKG analyze the data and if so, what frequency? |
So how do I get started?
Contact one of our data specialists to discuss your data project and we will provide you with a proposal. |
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