National Food and Energy Council

Electric Energy Management
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Agricultural Ventilation Fans: Selection and Maintenance
Ventilation fans that are inefficient can waste hundreds of dollars for farmers, and add to summer utility peaks. This eight-page booklet is written in laymen's terms to expand producer knowledge in choosing and maintaining efficient fans. This booklet explains how much energy can be saved, and the proper cleaning procedures needed to improve fan performance. Photos and illustrations clarify key points, with special emphasis on performance ratings in CFM per watt.
1 to 9 copies, $4.25 ea. ($3.00 members/educators)
10 - 49 copies, $4.00 ea. ($2.85 members/educators)
50-299 copies, $3.00 ea. ($1.80 members/educators)
300 or more, $1.70 ea. ($1.20 members/educators)

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	Agricultural Ventilation Fans: Performance and Efficiencies A companion publication to the booklet above, this 65-page guide lists the delivered airflow (CFM) and efficiency rating (CFM per watt) for over 155 different fan models. This listing is the only way to accurately compare different performance between two fans that look alike. Power suppliers or producers can use this guide in choosing the best fan for the job. NFEC Members/Educators - $12.00 each Non-Member - $15.00 each
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	Dairy Heat Reclaimers Capturing the wasted heat from a dairy farm's milk cooling system can dramatically reduce energy costs. This easy-to-read 8-page guide illustrates both refrigerant heat reclaimers and plate coolers, and describes their operation. Actual savings from existing dairy farms -- including water heating and milk cooling kilowatt-hour figures -- are included in the 8½ x 11-inch booklet. A four-step method to estimate the savings and payback period for any herd size is provided, along with the names and phone numbers of companies that make heat reclaimers. 1 - 9 copies, $2.35 each ($1.70 for NFEC members) 10 - 49 copies, $2.10 each ($1.45 for NFEC members) 50 - 299 copies, $1.50 each ($1.10 for NFEC members) 300+ copies, $1.05 each ($ .75 for NFEC members)

Electric Motors Packet (for loan only)
This resource packet contains a 21-minute videotape and 3-ring binder of materials on electric motor use and efficiency. The binder contains the best educational materials and articles that explain motor operation, typical kWh use, major manufacturers, and ways to improve efficiency, and power factor. The video uses excellent visuals and descriptive narration to explain how motors operate, the different types of AC motors, and factors that affect efficiency.
10 Day Loan - $20.00

Energy Efficient Swine Lighting
This two-color publication is an essential resource for swine producers who want to learn how to save money by converting to fluorescent lighting fixtures. The four-page guide explains the results of studies conducted by the North Carolina Alternative Energy Corporation comparing different types of lighting systems. This is an excellent publication to distribute at expositions, fairs, and seminars to encourage swine producers to reduce their electrical usage without decreasing thsi lighting levels.

1-14 copies, $1.45 ea. ($1.10 members/educators)
15-49 copies, $1.20 ea. ($.85 members/educators)
50-499 copies, $.95 ea. ($.75 members/educators)
500+ copies, $.80 ea. ($.60 members/educators)

EMF and Agriculture-Resource Binder (for loan only)
This collection of research studies provides an in-depth review of electric and magnetic fields (EMF) produced by transmission lines and their possible effects on farm animals. Five reports are contained in the binder. Available for loan only, this collection of reports represents the most complete studies of this issue. Information on how to order reports from the original producers is provided.
For Loan Only (10 working days) - $20

Farmstead Electricity Use
Ever wonder how much electricity is typically used for on-farm activities? This eight-page booklet lists typical kilowatt-hour consumption of more than 40 pieces of electrical farmstead equipment. It highlights the value of electricity and explains how to convert kWh figures to dollars and cents. It is ideal as a consumer-information mailer or as a follow-up on high bill inquiries.
10 - 49 copies, $2.45 ea. ($1.75 members/educators)
50 - 299 copies, $2.00 ea. ($1.50 members/educators)
300 or more, $1.25 ea. ($1.00 members/educators)

Irrigation Load Management: Options & Opportunities
An excellent resource for electric power suppliers, educators, and others to understand proven strategies to control peak irrigation loads. This booklet reviews the different types of irrigation systems, explains how irrigation peaks are determined, and gives four case studies of successful utility irrigation management programs.
Members/Educators - $4.00 each ( 3 or more - $2.00 each)
Nonmembers - $5.00 each

	Livestock Waterers: Selection and Use, 20 pp Learn the operation, efficiency, and safety of electrically heated livestock waterers. This 20-page report includes drawings that illustrate different designs available, provides estimates of kilowatt-hour use, and suggests techniques to improve energy efficiency. Members/Educators - $4.00 each ( 3 or more - $2.00 each) Nonmembers - $5.00 each
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	Low Cost/No Cost Energy Management Practices On Farms Looking for tips on energy conservation for on-farm electricity use? This updated brochure is packed full of helpful suggestions for lighting, motor use, heating, and crop drying applications. Low Cost/No Cost shows farmers how to use electricity wisely, and shift usage to off-peak periods. It's excellent as a hand-out at fairs, farm shows, or other consumer events. The back page of the brochure explains electrical safety near overhead power lines. The fold-out flyer is easily carried in a coat pocket for reference in performing energy audits, or it can be mailed in a #10 envelope. 1 - 49 copies, $1.20 each ( $ .85 members/educators) 50 - 249 copies, $ .95 each ( $ .70 members/educators) 250 - 499 copies, $ .90 each ( $ .60 members/educators) 500 - over copies, $ .80 each ( $ .50 members/educators)

	Outdoor Lighting For Safety and Productivity This 4-page, two-color pamphlet describes the three main benefits of outdoor lighting including security (to discourage theft and vandalism), personal safety for family members and especially visitors (to lower liability risks) and productivity benefits (by extending the available work hours beyond sundown). 1 - 9 copies, $2.00 each ( $1.65 members/educators) 10 - 99 copies, $1.75 each ( $1.45 members/educators) 100 & over copies, $1.50 each ( $1.20 members/educators)
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	Power Quality and Computers On The Farm Power quality disturbances can be caused by outside sources such as weather, normal utility operation, neighboring facilities, or on premises through unsound wiring, improper grounding, or internal equipment such as large motors, variable frequency drives, laser printers, and fax or copy machines. This booklet gives information on types of installation and benefits of using. Members/Educators - $3.00 each Non-members - $4.50 each

	Sizing and Selecting Your Standby Generator (A guide for homeowners, farmers and small businesses) This 20-page guide explains the operation, sizing and installation of electric generators. It applies not only to farms, but to residential and small business applications as well. Sizing and Selecting Your Standby Generator covers engine-driven and tractor-driven generators, portable and permanently installed. It explains how to match the electrical capacity of a generator to the needs of a particular application. One section is devoted to the requirements and installation of a double-throw switch. This essential component of any auxiliary power installation prevents electrical hazards for both equipment and utility personnel. Three examples are used to convey sizing procedures, and numerous visuals help clarify key concepts. Also listed are the names, locations and phone numbers of 32 major suppliers of standby generators. There is also a section on the use of standby generators in utility peak demand programs. 1 - 9 copies, $6.25 each ( Members/Educators - $4.75) 10 - 30 copies, $4.75 each ( Members/Educators - $3.50) 31 & over, $3.25 each (Members/Educators - $2.15)
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	Supplemental Lighting for Improved Milk Production The 20-page booklet explains the features of a good lighting system, and describes each type of light source that is appropriate for dairy buildings. Easy-to-use tables allow you to calculate how many fixtures are needed for a particular building, and where they should be placed. Two examples are provided (freestall and tie-stall barn) to illustrate the design method. A section on economics shows that producers can expect a net income of around $135 per cow per year, with a typical payback period of 6 months of less. Also listed are the names and addresses of manufacturers with lighting products suitable for animal buildings. 1 - 9 copies, $11.75 each ( $9.00 members/educators) 10 - 49 copies, $10.00 each ( $7.75 members/educators) 50 - 299 copies, $6.00 each ( $4.50 members/educators) 300 & over copies, $4.75 each ( $3.80 members/educators)

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