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Energy savings of PICV

Has anyone modeled the energy savings supposedly gained by pressure independent control valves?

Supposedly the temperature differential is better (larger) maintained, which would reduce pump energy and has an impact on chiller performance as well.

The only thing I can think of is to use a different temperature differential set point for the loop, but the difference would be a guess (2-3 degrees Fahrenheit)

Energy savings of PICV

Has anyone modeled the energy savings supposedly gained by pressure independent control valves?

Supposedly the temperature differential is better (larger) maintained, which would reduce pump energy and has an impact on chiller performance as well.

The only thing I can think of is to use a different temperature differential set point for the loop, but the difference would be a guess (2-3 degrees Fahrenheit)