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Energy efficiency

Maximise your efficiency with our expert design and proven know-how

In a world facing rising energy demands, SMC understands the global challenges at hand.

Therefore, we’re dedicated to helping your business move toward a more sustainable future. Through our innovative, energy-efficient products and solutions, we’ll help you cut energy costs while making a positive impact on the environment.


Make informed energy decisions for your business by discovering our 5 steps of energy efficiency.

 

Discover how SMC is shaping a more sustainable future

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Are you keen on a technical approach to Energy efficiency?

Download our Expert Report and discover more in-depth why pressure is growing on all industrial businesses to meet European targets and adhere to legislation. Learn where you can find help and how to take advantage of new technology and initiatives to become more competitive.

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Reduce costs and enhance energy efficiency by switching to 4-bar pressure with SMC

 

Who has not dreamed of leading their industry while boosting energy efficiency and cutting costs?

We’re here to support and encourage you in lowering the pressure in your production processes.

You will be amazed at how much you can save by making the switch to 4 bar.

 

Reduce costs and enhance energy efficiency by switching to 4-bar pressure with SMC

Get valuable insights into energy optimisation through SMC’s 5 key strategies.

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    Generate

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    Recover

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    Monitor

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    Use

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    Think

Generate

 

In manufacturing, you wouldn’t use raw materials without a precise plan—you calculate exactly what’s needed to avoid waste.


However, this same precision is rarely applied when it comes to managing energy consumption.

Generating only the energy you actually needneed is the first step toward an energy-efficient operation. While surplus can be hard to spot, our experience shows that addressing it leads to great results.


Discover our solutions designed to help you generate only what is truly needed:

Recover

 

If you’re already using energy, make sure you're getting the most out of it.


Repurposing energy during production can substantially improve your plant’s efficiency.


We firmly believe this is the future of industrial systems—and now is the time to get involved.


Begin reclaiming the energy you generate—not only during production, but also throughout its use.

 

Repurpose energy from transformation processes to enhance efficiency

Heat naturally generated during energy transformation can be effectively reused—for instance, to heat water using a heat exchanger or to warm your facility through hot air distribution.

Repurpose energy from transformation processes to enhance efficiency

Capture and repurpose the expelled air for improved efficiency

If you’ve thought about recovering air from your cylinders, get in touch. SMC is already making it a reality.

Discover SMC's actuator options

Capture and repurpose the expelled air for improved efficiency

Monitor

 

The data you gather should offer a clear view of your consumption patterns, pinpointing the most energy-demanding machines and tracking how usage shifts across operations.


Adding switches or monitoring systems to your processes significantly increases energy awareness, enabling greater control over usage timing and methods. The more accurate the data, the smarter your choices.


Improved visibility makes it easier to spot inefficiencies or unexpected waste, allowing you to boost overall performance.


Discover our range of products developed to help you track and control your energy consumption:
at will help you to Monitor your consumption:

Use

 

One frequent reason for energy inefficiency in plants is the false assumption that compressed air is free, often resulting in its misuse.
Are you using more energy than necessary, or managing it wisely?


Are your components correctly sized to ensure optimal performance?


Is your air distribution system optimised for energy efficiency?


Do you prioritise energy efficiency when selecting new components?


Browse our products designed to ensure you use only what’s truly essential:

Think

 

At SMC, we see Energy Efficiency as an integral part of our Continuous Improvement philosophy.
To truly embed efficiency in our facilities, we must take a holistic approach—recognising the energy-saving potential in our everyday tasks and decisions.


It’s about energising your efficiency.


In short, Think Efficient is what brings everything together. The solutions covered in the sections Generate, Recover, Monitor, and Use are not isolated measures, but part of a continuous and connected cycle.

 

Resources on energy-efficient practices

Analyse your pneumatic equipment’s energy usage to optimise air consumption and lower your energy expenses.

 

Explore The SMC Expertise Hub

SMC can help OEMs develop energy-efficient machines
By Roy Schep, Manager Energy Efficiency, SMC Netherlands
Read more 

Release the pressure
By Andy Still, Industry Projects Manager, Energy, Europe
Read more 

 Fast-track your route to lower energy bills
 By Jeff Careless, Business Development Manager – Continuous Improvement, SMC UK
Read more 

 

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