Leelanau Industries, Inc. Invests in Its Energy Future
Many Michigan machining companies invest in new equipment and technologies to meet the needs of increasingly sophisticated customers and a more competitive manufacturing industry. While these capital expenditures may improve the quality or efficiency of end products, they overlook a vital component of growth: lowering operating costs.
Leelanau Industries, Inc. recognized the competitive advantages of addressing its energy requirements to achieve larger organizational goals—and Keen was ready to help.
Northern Michigan’s Multi-Tasking Machining Company
Leelanau Industries is one of Traverse City’s quiet manufacturing success stories. Long known as one of the most respected precision machining companies in Michigan, the organization has spent years fine-tuning its multi-tasking CNC machining techniques. Multi-tasking machining combines multiple manufacturing processes into a single production step, reducing cost and accelerating delivery times.
The Objective
The company’s leadership approached Keen Technical Solutions, seeking a clear and actionable plan to address its growing energy expenses. With an annual energy consumption of over 230,000 kWh, associated costs were eroding profits and making it difficult to invest in other expenditures that would deliver a measurable return on investment. The Keen team conducted a detailed energy audit, crunched the numbers, and presented a comprehensive program of energy upgrades to reduce waste and unlock free cash flow.
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The Results
Our work with Leelanau Industries was a textbook example of ways to reduce energy consumption in manufacturing. Case study after case study shows the benefits of an energy-first approach to cost reduction, and that is certainly true for this thriving Michigan machining company.
By upgrading their plant to an LED lighting system, the facility is set to lower energy consumption by 25.8% to 175,981 kWh. That’s an annual savings equivalent of 2,979 gallons of gas. The new lighting system will also improve production efficiency through improved clarity and lighting quality, while lowering the organization’s environmental impact.
Make Your Own Case Study with Keen
Every Michigan business can own its energy future. With Keen Technical Solutions, you’ll be able to identify cost-effective ways to lower energy expenses, enjoy short payback periods, and meet your company’s sustainability objectives. The first step is a conversation; contact Keen to speak with a Keen energy consultant today.