The ITAC Top Tens page displays the top ten recommendations based on the following criteria.
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| TOP | ARC | Description | Recommended Rec'd | Average Savings | Average Cost | Average Payback | Implementation Imp Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.4157 |
1: 2.4157
Establish a predictive maintenance program |
277 | $8,196 | $2,444 | 0.7 | 87.4% |
| 2 | 2.4152 |
2: 2.4152
Use only certified motor repair shops |
22 | $3,109 | $4,055 | 1.3 | 86.7% |
| 3 | 2.2135 |
3: 2.2135
Repair and eliminate steam leaks |
898 | $42,296 | $4,670 | 0.4 | 84.0% |
| 4 | 2.4236 |
4: 2.4236
Eliminate leaks in inert gas and compressed air lines/ valves |
10,923 | $6,588 | $1,905 | 0.5 | 81.7% |
| 5 | 2.2113 |
5: 2.2113
Repair or replace steam traps |
430 | $35,967 | $8,061 | 0.6 | 80.3% |
| 6 | 2.1134 |
6: 2.1134
Eliminate leaks in combustible gas lines |
15 | $32,748 | $7,486 | 0.7 | 80.0% |
| 7 | 3.8113 |
7: 3.8113
Prevent excessive solvent usage (operator training) |
10 | $18,628 | $7,449 | 0.5 | 80.0% |
| 8 | 2.2615 |
8: 2.2615
Clean condenser tubes |
21 | $22,898 | $7,044 | 1,258.4 | 77.8% |
| 9 | 2.6127 |
9: 2.6127
Maintain air filters by cleaning or replacement |
113 | $4,196 | $3,791 | 0.8 | 77.8% |
| 10 | 3.7311 |
10: 3.7311
Maintain machines to reduce leaks |
63 | $20,320 | $6,621 | 0.6 | 77.8% |