GEA OptiPartner® Blu-Red Energy
GEA OptiPartner® Blu-Red Energy is our advanced digital solution powered by artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML), built to enhance energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and optimize operations in heating and refrigeration systems. This cloud-based software solution enables real-time performance optimization across compressors, chillers, heat pumps, and entire plants—delivering clear, measurable savings and sustainability benefits.
Why Blu-Red Energy?
Enhanced energy efficiency.
Energy savings up to 20% alongside sustainability impact depending upon plant setup.
AI-powered optimization
Continuously analyzes plant and environmental data to send optimal setpoints to your plant controller—combining GEA’s deep system knowledge with advanced analytics.
Fast and seamless implementation
Once cloud connectivity is established, the solution can be up and running in less than a week depending upon plant setup.
Clear visibility and actionable insights
Leverage powerful digital twins feature to visualize comparison between expected optimal machine performance and actual performance, and accesscomprehensive plant energy efficiency analysis that display real-time energy savings in both kilowatt-hours and local currency.
Monthly efficiency reports
Receive regular, customized energy efficiency reports directly via email, providing clear insights on business outcome and long-term optimization support.
Rapid return on investment
With a typical payback period of less than 12 months (depending on plant configuration), Blu-Red Energy is a self- financing solution designed for quick measurable business impact.
How it works
GEA OptiPartner® Blu-Red Energy connects securely to your equipment through the GEA Cloud® platform, using standard protocols like Modbus over 4G or IoT networks. It monitors and optimizes machine operations in real-time, including:
- Condenser pressure management
- Sequential machine control
- Refrigerant regulation
- And much more covering wider spectrum of energy efficiency controls
By combining real-time data from your plant with GEA’s industry-leading engineering expertise, Blu-Red Energy ensures optimal system performance—without requiring constant manual supervision.
What you need to get started.
To implement GEA OptiPartner® Blu-Red Energy, you’ll need:
- GEA Omni panel on your machine
- Connection to GEA Cloud® via Modbus and 4G/IoT
With this setup, you can start using the intuitive customer interface to monitor data, receive monthly performance reports, and optimize your plant with confidence.
Integrated support from the GEA Digital Operations Center
GEA OptiPartner® Blu-Red Energy is fully supported by the GEA Digital Operations Center (DOC), providing expert monitoring, proactive system analysis, and ongoing performance support. DOC ensures that your optimization journey continues long after installation—helping to minimize downtime, resolve issues faster, and unlock the full potential of Blu-Red Energy. With DOC, you gain a true performance partnership designed to maximize uptime, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.
GEA OptiPartner® Blu-Red Energy is more than just a software solution—it’s a must-have tool to future-proof your operations, maximum energy efficiency and meet your sustainability goals.
Make the switch to intelligent energy optimization—today.
Certain products and services may not be available in all areas.
Please contact your local GEA office for additional information.
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