Signature Breads Completes Extensive Energy Efficiency Upgrade

In August of 2018, Signature Breads, an independent, employee-owned commercial bakery, celebrated the completion of extensive energy efficiency upgrades at its the 280,000 square foot manufacturing facility.  RENEW provided the turnkey project development, funding and services contract for the project.

The LED lighting upgrade took place throughout the entire 280,000 square foot facility and included lighting controls where needed. In addition to the production facility, the project upgraded lighting for the reception areas, hallways, office space, server room, bathrooms and parking lot.

In addition to the LED lighting upgrade, the project installed a Building Management System (BMS) which can be accessed through the Signature Breads’ VPN, enabling the company to dynamically control various operations within the facility to maintain maximum efficiency. The BMS also provides the operation’s team with a snapshot of equipment operating status, as well as the ability to modify schedules and setpoints.

“Signature Breads is extremely happy with the efficiency upgrades that Fairbanks Energy designed and implemented,” said Tony Rodriguez, Managing Partner of Signature Breads. “Not only will these upgrades have a significant impact on our bottom line, they will also reduce our energy consumption while providing employees with a more comfortable working environment.”