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Energy Agent Protection

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Purpose-Built Protection for Mission-Critical Systems

Energy Agent Protection (EAP) delivers advanced coil and mechanical asset protection for large commercial, industrial, and mission-critical HVAC systems. EAP exists to solve one of the most expensive and underestimated failure points in HVAC infrastructure: coil degradation driven by moisture, corrosion, and environmental exposure. When cooling systems fail, energy costs rise, maintenance escalates, and capital replacement accelerates. EAP is designed to stop that cycle. Product is made in the USA (Texas).

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Why This Matters to Large Commercial Facilities

For most commercial properties, energy is the second- or third-largest operating expense, and HVAC systems typically represent 50% or more of total energy consumption.

At the same time:

• Energy costs continue to rise year over year

• Maintenance costs do not trend downward

• Premature equipment replacement creates unnecessary capital expense

Doing nothing guarantees higher costs.
EAP provides a way to protect assets, stabilize performance, and extend useful life — without replacing equipment.

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Who This Is For

EAP is designed for:

• Commercial & industrial HVAC contractors

• Property owners and facility managers

• Data centers, cold storage, and other mission-critical environments
  (These entities are also encouraged to explore BEAP to bid for a better energy rate through a licensed broker. BEAP does not apply to HVAC equipment.)

• Mechanical systems exposed to humidity, corrosion, VOCs, or harsh air conditions

All parties are also strongly encouraged to consider the optimizer (OTEA) — an electricity-usage reduction solution that operates independently of HVAC systems.

Enterprise and multi-site case studies are available upon request across the globe. Some clients include AT&T, Jack in the BOX, Kroger, Kindred, Rice University, El Toro, etc. 

Why Hospitals Use Enhanced EAP Protection (Plus Tier)

Hospitals and healthcare facilities operate under conditions that place extraordinary stress on mechanical and air-handling systems. Unlike standard commercial buildings, hospitals must manage continuous occupancy, strict infection-control standards, and uninterrupted operation.

The Enhanced EAP protection tier (commonly deployed using Coat Zone Plus–level technology) is used in hospitals because it addresses risks that go beyond corrosion alone:

• Moisture + Microbial Risk
  Hospital HVAC systems operate at higher humidity loads and longer run times, creating ideal conditions for microbial growth on coils and interior surfaces. Enhanced EAP protection helps neutralize bio-film formation, reducing mold, bacteria, and odor-causing organisms that can compromise indoor air quality.

• Infection Control & IAQ Support
  Wet, untreated coils can become reservoirs for microbial contamination. Enhanced EAP creates a hydrophobic, antimicrobial surface that sheds moisture rapidly, limiting the environments where bacteria and viruses can persist — a key factor in healthcare IAQ strategies.

• Performance Without Compromise
  Hospitals cannot sacrifice airflow or heat-transfer efficiency. Enhanced EAP protection is applied at the micron level, ensuring no measurable loss of thermal performance or pressure drop, even in critical care and surgical environments.

• Reliability & Lifecycle Extension
  Healthcare systems are designed for continuous operation. Enhanced EAP protection helps extend equipment life, reduce unplanned maintenance, and protect capital assets without introducing operational risk.

• Compliance-Friendly Deployment
  Enhanced EAP solutions integrate into existing maintenance and compliance workflows without requiring equipment replacement or system redesign.

In short:
Hospitals use Enhanced EAP protection because it supports infection control, preserves IAQ, protects equipment, and maintains performance — all without disrupting operations.

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What EAP Is — and What It Is Not

EAP Is

• A protective treatment applied to HVAC coils and mechanical assets

• A professional, subcontracted protection layer

• A solution designed to extend equipment life and reduce failure risk

EAP Is Not

• A replacement for HVAC equipment

• A refrigerant or dehumidification system

• A paint or thick coating that restricts heat transfer

 

Decades of Engineering — Not a New Experiment

EAP’s protection technology is backed by decades of chemical engineering evolution, originally developed to address the widespread Formicary Corrosion crisis that emerged as copper tubing became thinner and airborne VOC concentrations increased across residential, commercial, and industrial environments.

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Beyond Legacy Coatings

Traditional epoxy and paint-style coatings rely on surface adhesion and thickness.
EAP systems moved beyond that years ago.

• Advanced thin-film polymer systems

• Applied at the micron level

• Form a permanent molecular (covalent) bond with metal surfaces

• Designed to protect without impeding heat transfer or airflow

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A Critical Technical Clarification

EAP does not stop condensation.

Condensation is a normal and necessary part of the cooling process. When warm air contacts a cold evaporator coil, moisture must condense out of the air to properly dehumidify the space.

What EAP eliminates is not condensation — but the damage it causes.

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How EAP Solves the Real Coil Problems

1. Prevents Water Hang-Up (Airflow Loss)

On untreated coils, water adheres to metal surfaces and bridges between fins, forming a wall of water that restricts airflow and forces blowers to work harder.

EAP creates a hydrophobic surface that causes water to bead and shed immediately, preserving designed airflow and reducing fan energy demand.

2. Stops Corrosion at the Source

Condensation acts as an electrolyte. When moisture sits on copper tubes and aluminum fins, it creates a microscopic electrical circuit that drives galvanic and formicary corrosion.

EAP’s fog-applied, micro-thin polymer barrier separates moisture from metal, breaking the electrical path that causes corrosion.

3. Reduces Bio-Film, Mold, and Odors

Wet coils collect dust and organic material, creating ideal conditions for mold, algae, and odor-causing bacteria.

Because EAP-treated coils shed water rapidly, they remain cleaner, producing a self-cleaning effect that limits biological growth and improves long-term system hygiene.

4. Prevents Humidity Bounce-Back

In large commercial systems, moisture left on coils after shutdown can re-evaporate into ductwork, causing post-cycle humidity spikes.

EAP ensures rapid drainage, leaving the coil virtually dry within seconds of cycle-off.

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EAP Protection Tiers

EAP solutions are structured so facilities and HVAC partners can match protection scope to system needs.

Core Coil Protection

• Protects evaporator and condenser coils from corrosion

• Maintains coil efficiency and airflow

• Helps reduce microbial buildup

• Field- or OEM-applied

Enhanced Coil Protection

• All core protection benefits

• Added antimicrobial properties

• Tested for bacterial and viral resistance

• Prevents coil fouling to maintain optimal airflow

Thermal & Exterior Protection

• Protects HVAC cabinets, ductwork, and rooftop units

• UV-resistant and waterproof

• Reduces radiant heat gain and thermal load

• Lowers run time and system wear

 

Commercial-Grade Performance

EAP systems are engineered and tested for demanding environments:

• Exceeds ASTM B117 salt-spray corrosion testing

• No measurable thermal performance loss

• Resistant to aggressive coil-cleaning chemicals and airborne contaminants

 

Protecting the Asset — and the Contractor

EAP protection programs integrate seamlessly into commercial service and maintenance workflows.

• Helps equipment achieve its full 20+ year design life

• Protection coverage often extends beyond standard manufacturer warranties for corrosion-related failures

• Allows HVAC firms to offload liability tied to premature coil degradation

• Commonly paired with up to a 10-year warranty, depending on system and environment

 

Why HVAC Companies Partner with EAP

• Creates a premium protection tier for clients

• Differentiates service offerings without replacing core HVAC work

• Scales from single facilities to national portfolios

• Reduces callbacks and corrosion-related failures

• Strengthens long-term client relationships

EAP does not compete with HVAC contractors — it strengthens them.

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Proven at Scale

The underlying technologies deployed through EAP have been used across:

• Large national retailers

• Universities and healthcare systems

• Hospitality and food service portfolios

• Industrial and mission-critical facilities

Case studies are available upon request.

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Deployment

EAP protection systems are deployed through qualified application channels and integrated into Energy Agent–led protection programs to ensure:

• Proper application

• Performance consistency

• Warranty alignment

Plain-English Summary

EAP doesn’t stop systems from dehumidifying — it stops moisture from destroying the equipment.

By turning coil and cabinet surfaces into high-speed drainage systems, EAP reduces corrosion, biological growth, airflow restriction, humidity rebound, and premature mechanical failure.

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What Is the Cost and ROI?

Pricing varies based on:

• Equipment size and configuration

• Location and operating environment

• Coil count and current system condition

• Protection tier selected

• ROI - average 24 months

Contact us to assess system compatibility, deployment timing, and protection scope.

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DISCLAIMER: Energy Agent is not the manufacturer or installer and assumes no responsibility for product information, performance, applications, or warranties, which are provided by associated vendors and application partners.

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