Paving the Path for a New Generation of High-Efficiency Supermarket Refrigerated Display Cases
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
2004
Conference Name
ACEEE Conference, Summer 2004
Abstract
This paper discusses the results of experimental evaluation of a number of viable and near-term energy-efficiency solutions applicable to open vertical refrigerated display cases. With energy usage intensity of 43 kWh to 70 kWh per square-foot per year, supermarkets are one of the most energy-intensive commercial building types in the United States. A major factor affecting the design and operation of supermarket refrigeration systems is the cooling load requirements of the display cases. Medium-temperature display cases and, in particular, open vertical display cases, are one of the most thermally vulnerable display cases in supermarkets. These display cases, which are typically used to merchandize meat, diary and delicatessen, fish and produce, operate at discharge air temperatures of 28oF to 32oF. They also comprise the largest portion of display case line ups. Historically, display case manufacturers have not invested in energy-efficiency improvements of their products. This has been due to lack of demand from their customers as well as first cost considerations. Furthermore, the absence of energy-efficiency standards for display cases, coupled with supermarkets’ dominant emphasis on merchandising facets have impeded the related research and development efforts.
Recommended Citation
Faramarzi, R.; Coburn, B. A.; Lutton, J.; Sarhadian, R.; Navaz, Homayun K.; and Walker, D., "Paving the Path for a New Generation of High-Efficiency Supermarket Refrigerated Display Cases" (2004). Mechanical Engineering Presentations And Conference Materials. 90.
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