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Paper machines consume large amounts of energy and in most cases savings are possible. The drying section in the paper machine has been structurally modified through 60 years of operation, with limited use of the heat recovery system. The objective of the work is to assess the opportunities for energy conservation, through the application of energy management systems in the paper factory.Methodologies are applied for energy balance and heat integration, taking into account the requirements specified by the Cuban standard ISO 50001 for energy management systems in terms of energy review. Pinch analysis is applied using HENSAD and Aspen Energy Analyzer computing resources. The proposed energy performance indicators constitute a reference for the definition of an energy baseline. Energy conservation opportunities are identified with a total annual saving of $ 48,902 that makes it feasible to execute a project of $ 35 546, whose capital cost is estimated to be recovered in 2 years. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Several factors are identified in the raw sugar mill that increase energy consumption and introduce technical, economic and environmental risks Objective: To evaluate the energy system through the application of energy management systems. Materials and Methods: The energy review included the application of traditional methodologies for the thermoenergetic balance and the use of Sistema Termo Azúcar 4.1 software according to the Cuban Standard ISO 50001. Results and Discussion: An energy baseline is established, which allows the industry in a comparative way assess energy performance of the process. Conclusions: The use of STA 4.1 software in the studied industry constituted a useful, practical and reliable tool for analyzing the energy system. High level of technology obsolescence and poor condition of thermal insulation constitute the main technology deficiencies of industry. The economic benefits obtained with the modification of generation and cogeneration system and thermal insulation rehabilitation justify the proposal of three investment projects that contribute to increase the efficiency in energy use, whose recover investment is estimated in 3 years. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]