TIPCHECK
Energy Efficiency Audit for Industrial Insulation
Bilfinger’s TIPCHECK identifies hidden energy losses in industrial facilities and turns them into measurable savings - 95% of all facilities inspected have significant savings potential.
TIPCHECK = The Technical Insulation Performance Check
TIPCHECK is an independent, Europe-wide standardized energy efficiency consulting program for industrial insulation. Developed by Bilfinger in collaboration with the European Industrial Insulation Foundation (EiiF), certified TIPCHECK engineers analyze your facility and calculate the specific savings potential.
Key Benefits
- Identify hidden energy losses
Detection of damaged, insufficient, or missing insulation on pipes, valves, and equipment under real operating conditions. - Reduce energy and operating costs
Targeted, cost‑effective insulation improvements with no impact on production. - Fast, proven payback
Transparent savings and investment calculations with a typical ROI of approximately 0.5 – 2 years. - Lower CO₂ emissions
Measurable reduction in energy consumption and associated emissions from existing assets. - Increase operational safety
Identification of critical surface temperatures and potential fire or burn hazards in accessible areas. - Independent and standardized assessment
Europe‑wide standardized methodology developed in collaboration with EiiF, delivering reliable, decision‑ready results.
Initial Consultation
Relevant plant data, contact persons, and specific safety measures are recorded in a meeting with the plant operator
On-Site Assessment
Insulation on pipelines, valves, and vessels is analyzed directly on-site using thermal imaging cameras, surface sensors, and humidity sensors for cold systems
Analysis & Optimization
Operating parameters are transferred to the thermal calculation software. Improvement measures such as re-insulation or reduction of thermal bridges are evaluated and prioritized
Report & Presentation
The comprehensive TIPCHECK report is delivered and explained step by step, including savings calculations and payback periods
Case Study at öko energie AG – Holzwerk Uri
(Switzerland)
| Key Figure | Result |
|---|---|
| Insulation measures implemented | 35 |
| Payback period | under 6 months |
| Annual energy savings | 178,070 kWh |
| Annual cost savings | CHF 17,807 |
| CO₂ reduction | 6 tons per year |
| Heating oil equivalent | 15,000 liters per year |
