Driving Sustainable Growth Through Energy Efficiency Excellence
Shanghai Kerry Foods Industrial Co., Ltd., a key manufacturing site of Yihai Kerry Arawana Holdings, serves leading food and foodservice companies in China and around the world.
To further enhance energy efficiency and accelerate its sustainability goals, Shanghai Kerry Foods launched an upgrade project for its compressed air system in partnership with long-standing partner Ingersoll Rand.
To support the customer's energy-efficiency objectives, Ingersoll Rand delivered a comprehensive solution encompassing equipment upgrades, system optimization, and intelligent management.
Adoption of Ingersoll Rand's RS series high-efficiency rotary screw air compressors;
l Blower-heated zero-purge desiccant dryers and heated regenerative dryers
l Compressed air piping optimization and flow monitoring
l Deployment of a smart energy management platform for real-time monitoring and system optimization
By optimizing equipment, piping infrastructure, and control systems as an integrated whole, the project significantly improved the overall energy performance of the compressed air system.
Authoritative Certification Validates Grade 1 Energy Efficiency Performance
At the certification ceremony, the Shanghai Institute of Quality Inspection and Technical Research formally awarded the project National Grade 1 Energy Efficiency Compressed Air Station certification.
In its remarks, representatives of the Shanghai Institute of Quality Inspection and Technical Research noted:
Following independent testing and evaluation, the project successfully achieved the National Grade 1 Energy Efficiency standard and was recognized as a leading high-efficiency compressed air station. This certification reflects Shanghai Kerry Foods' commitment to green manufacturing and energy efficiency, while also demonstrating excellence in system design, equipment selection, and operational management.
Witnessed by distinguished guests, the Grade 1 Energy Efficiency Compressed Air Station was officially unveiled, symbolizing the project's achievement as one of the industry's leading energy-efficient compressed air systems.
Deepening Partnership, Creating Sustainable Value
At the certification ceremony, a representative from Ingersoll Rand's Key Accounts team commented:
"Ingersoll Rand remains committed to helping Yihai Kerry Group improve the efficiency and sustainability of its compressed air systems. Over the years, we have worked closely together on numerous new-build and expansion projects across multiple production sites, integrating energy-efficiency principles throughout project planning, design, and implementation. The Shanghai Kerry Foods project features Ingersoll Rand's high-efficiency RS series compressors and blower-heated zero-purge drying system, delivering significant energy savings and long-term value since commissioning."
As a trusted long-term partner of Yihai Kerry Group, Ingersoll Rand continues to provide integrated compressed air solutions across the group's manufacturing network, helping customers improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and advance their sustainability goals.
Delivering Energy Savings and Business Value
Since commissioning, the project has delivered substantial benefits:
✅ 36% reduction in specific energy consumption
✅ Annual electricity cost savings exceeding RMB 1 million
✅ Payback period of approximately one year
✅ Improved system reliability and operational stability
✅ Smarter and more efficient operations and maintenance management
The project successfully combines sustainability with operational excellence, reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions while delivering measurable cost savings and long-term business value.
Building a More Sustainable Future Together
From system upgrades and energy-efficiency improvements to National Grade 1 Energy Efficiency certification, Shanghai Kerry Foods and Ingersoll Rand have worked together to create a benchmark compressed air system that delivers both environmental and business value.
The achievement represents more than a certification. It marks an important milestone in the ongoing commitment of both companies to sustainability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Looking ahead, Ingersoll Rand will continue partnering with Yihai Kerry Group to unlock further energy-saving opportunities through smarter, more efficient, and lower-carbon compressed air solutions. Together, the two companies are helping accelerate the food and beverage industry's transition toward a more sustainable future.
Grade 1 Energy Efficiency certification is more than a recognition of performance. It reflects a commitment to sustainable manufacturing and operational excellence. Building on this success, Ingersoll Rand will continue supporting Yihai Kerry Group in developing more efficient, lower-carbon, and future-ready manufacturing facilities.
