Countdown to Implementation Energy Independence Act 2007

The Energy Independence Act of 2007 goes into effect starting January 1, 2009. This has a big effect on walk-in cooler and freezer doors, let’s take a look at some of the details and solutions.

This icon is a reminder: Congress once again updated the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975.

Included in the 310 page Act are updates on walk-in coolers and freezers, and very specific updates on doors for these walk-ins.

“each walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer manufactured on or after January 1, 2009, shall:
(A) have automatic door closers that firmly close all walk-in doors that have been closed to within 1 inch of full closure, except that this subparagraph shall not apply to doors wider than 3 feet 9 inches or taller than 7 feet;
(B) have strip doors, spring hinged doors, or other method of minimizing infiltration when doors are open;
(C) contain wall, ceiling, and door insulation of at least RaV25 for coolers and RV32 for freezers, except that this subparagraph shall not apply to glazed portions of doors nor to structural members;”

R-Plus Doors will keep you informed on how we can help you address these required changes. This space will have suggestions on door solutions, updates on timing and ordering, and we will keep this information on the R-Plus Doors web site for you to refer to during the year.

For now, circle January 1, 2009 on your calendar, there’s a year full of changes coming.

Here’s more information on what we can do to help you comply with the Energy Independence Act of 2007
Energy Independence Act 2007 (PDF)
Automatic Door Closers
Move to Efficient Fan Motors

These articles are required reading for in-depth knowledge on energy-efficiency in walk-in coolers and freezers:
R You Insulated Against The Next Phase (Out)? (PDF)
Capturing Financial Savings through Energy Efficiency in Commercial Refrigeration (PDF)