Powerhouse Dynamics reports that it has installed its AI-powered DemandSmart Solution at customer sites in the U.S. The company claims that DemandSmart automatically executes demand response at scale so clients can lower their energy use when the grid is at peak demand.

Powerhouse Dynamics, founded in 2009, is an IoT solutions provider for eliminating waste in the operations of multi-site foodservice and retail facilities. Its IoT platform is sold under two brands: Open Kitchen for foodservice operators and SiteSage for retail and other commercial operators. The company claims both platforms provide control over equipment for reduced waste and cost savings, insights for more informed decisions on equipment and operations, and improved processes in their facilities. The platform is connected with over 50,000 pieces of equipment across more than 15,000 locations.

“We are excited to bring this expanded capability to our customers. Not only will they save significant energy costs using our DemandSmart module, but they will also be able to take advantage of our Real-Time Demand (RTD) Hub integration and make money while advancing their sustainability goals,” said Powerhouse Dynamics president Jay Fiske.

DemandSmart integrates with Powerhouse Dynamics’ Open Kitchen and SiteSage IoT platforms for restaurant/foodservice operators and retailers, respectively. By connecting Powerhouse Dynamics’ DemandSmart module to the AI-based RTD Hub from partner DemandQ, customers can take full advantage of grid services that the administrative burden of executing a demand response or economic dispatch event might have previously prevented them from doing so.