Our first and largest framework agreement was signed with Uppsala Skolfastigheter, where Energy Probe has led to a simpler and safer daily routine for technicians, property managers, and kitchen staff – as well as cost savings exceeding SEK 800,000 per year.

Uppsala Municipality’s internal meal provider prepares and serves food to approximately 100 preschools, 60 elementary schools, six high schools, seven senior restaurants, and 17 care facilities—altogether around 45,000 meals daily. Uppsala Skolfastigheter owns the properties, and for an operation of this scale, reducing energy consumption, emergency call-outs, CO2 emissions, and concerns about food safety is crucial. Here, Energy Probe has made a tremendous difference, serving as a tool for operational efficiency, cost savings, and environmental impact reduction.

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Valuable System Review

Following an Energy Probe presentation, the project commenced in 2022 with installations in 188 cold and freezer rooms.

"It was an easy decision as soon as you introduced the service. We saw the potential for energy savings and CO2 reduction. Additionally, fewer compressor starts meant increased longevity for our equipment due to reduced wear and tear," says Hans Grobe, Operations Manager.

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"During the initial test installations, Enclima identified issues such as faulty door seals, malfunctioning valves, ice buildup, and other inefficiencies. This system check has been extremely valuable, helping us ensure our facilities are optimized for maximum cost and energy savings."

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Significant Savings – Across the Board

All installations were completed in spring 2024, along with a savings analysis showing the investment’s impact in energy reduction, climate footprint, and compressor wear:

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- Reduced energy consumption by 233,214 kWh per year.

- Reduced CO2 emissions by 21.056 tons per year.

- Energy-free portions protected from kitchen cooling: 2,331,200.

- Reduced compressor starts by 2,402,264 per year.

- Compressor savings of SEK 569,828 per year.*

- Total cost savings of SEK 803,042 per year.
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^{*Based on compressor cost calculations from rouxinc.com.
**Based on an electricity price of SEK 1/kWh, compressor savings, and startup costs.}

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50% Fewer Emergency Call-Outs

When Uppsala Skolfastigheter introduced Energy Probe, their controls expert and former refrigeration technician, Paul Genins, closely monitored the temperature logs to verify the technology’s effectiveness.

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"At first, I was surprised, then impressed—Energy Probe proved to be both responsive and slow enough to reflect the actual temperature changes in the stored food, giving an accurate picture of food safety," says Paul Genins.

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With Energy Probe integrated into the temperature monitoring system, the organization has fine-tuned alarm thresholds to focus on what truly matters—the food’s temperature.

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"We can now set alarm thresholds just a few degrees above operational temperature without the risk of false alarms. I’ve spoken with the emergency response team handling all service calls, and after gathering feedback, we can confirm a 50% reduction in alarms from our cold storage rooms. This is a major improvement, considering the high volume of daily alerts from our facilities."

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The Leverage Effect of Longer Cooling Cycles

As a refrigeration technician, Paul Genins notes the clear difference between monitoring air temperature—leading to frequent, short cooling cycles—and monitoring food temperature, which changes much more gradually.

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"With Energy Probe, we have a concrete temperature that accurately reflects the food’s condition. This allows us to observe how system settings and daily usage impact food quality. We can clearly see the effect of defrosting cycles and make precise adjustments for optimal operation, making it a powerful tool for refrigeration system optimization."

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Higher Temperature – With Safer Food Quality

With greater control over actual food temperatures, the organization has adjusted its routines and increased freezer temperatures—without compromising food safety.

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"Previously, our freezers were often set at -23°C or -24°C because air temperature fluctuated significantly from food temperature. This also meant constant concerns about staying within the Swedish Food Agency’s recommendations. Now, we can set freezers at -19.5°C or -20°C, leading to additional energy savings."