Water-Cooled Chillers provide powerful and consistent cooling for demanding industrial applications, offering capacities up to 1,500 kW. These systems use water from a cooling tower or external source to reject heat, making them ideal for indoor installations or environments with limited airflow. With options for scroll or screw compressors and microchannel or shell-and-tube condensers, they deliver excellent energy efficiency, quiet operation, and long-term reliability. Designed for ease of integration and low total cost of ownership, water-cooled chillers are a dependable solution where performance and sustainability are key.
A Water-Cooled Chiller is an industrial cooling system that uses water as a medium for heat rejection. It functions by cooling down a fluid, typically water or water glycol, which circulates through a system, absorbing heat from a factory or industrial process. This heated fluid then returns to the chiller, where the heat is rejected.
Water-Cooled Chillers can be contrasted with Air-Cooled Chillers, with the main distinction being their method of heat rejection. In an Air-Cooled Chiller, heat is rejected via air through a coil. The heated fluid goes into the refrigerant, and then the heat is dispelled into the ambient air via coils and fans.
On the other hand, a Water-Cooled Chiller uses a water condenser for heat rejection. The heat absorbed by the fluid is transferred to the water, which is then expelled, often into a body of water like a river. Alternatively, the heated water can be cooled using a cooling tower or adiabatic cooler and pump, then recirculated back into the system.
Frigel’s Water-Cooled Chillers are vital across numerous industries, serving a key function in temperature management and sustaining optimal conditions for diverse operations and process. These applications include:
At Summit Process Cooling, we cater to a wide array of sectors, offering tailored solutions for every industry. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us today to address your specific requirements.
Our Water-Cooled Chillers provide a range of advantages, which make them a popular choice for various applications. They are praised for their high efficiency and EER rating, denoting their efficiency and ability to conserve energy. This, along with their long lifespan, makes these systems a cost-effective solution in the long term.
The functionality of our Water-Cooled Chillers is not affected by external environmental temperatures, eliminating the chance of unexpected temperature fluctuations. Thus, their operational principles make them highly efficient and reliable, especially in their capacity to quickly lower temperatures in large industrial settings.
Our machines provide you with full authority over your cooling processes. The integration of a Frigel 3DR Intelligent Control system permits automated monitoring and adjustments of your entire system, ensuring peak performance.
The Frigel 3FX Chillers, with their easy installation and modular design, provide the flexibility of full customisation and effortless expansion. This enables us to tailor each system to meet your unique requirements. To learn more about these benefits, explore our recent article on Water-Cooled vs Air Cooled Chillers.
An Industrial Water-Cooled Chiller is a sophisticated cooling system that utilises water as a heat rejection medium. It operates by cooling a fluid, often water or water glycol, that circulates through a system, absorbing heat from an industrial process or factory. The heated fluid returns to the chiller, where the absorbed heat is rejected.
Unlike Air-Cooled Chillers that reject heat via air through a coil, Water-Cooled Chillers use a water condenser for this purpose. The absorbed heat from the fluid is transferred to the water, which is then expelled, typically into a large body of water such as a river. Alternatively, the heated water can be cooled using a cooling tower or an adiabatic cooler and pump, and then recirculated back into the system,
This strategic method of heat rejection makes Water-Cooled Chillers an efficient cooling solution for industrial applications.
The life expectancy of an Industrial Water-Cooled Chiller can vary greatly, primarily depending on its intended application and the frequency or intensity of its usage.
It’s important to remember that this lifespan can significantly expand or contract based on the demand placed upon the unit and the care given to it. Environmental factors also play a factor. Near the coast, you can expect a life expectancy of 5-7 years due to salt corrosion. In other environments, you should expect your chiller to last 15-20 years.
This also depends on your maintenance, service, and usage. To maximise the lifespan of your system, consider the maintenance and repair services offered by Summit Process Cooling. Our expert team is skilled in ensuring your equipment runs efficiently and smoothly for as long as possible, helping you to get as much as you can out of your investment.
The Water-Cooled Chillers 3FX from Frigel are designed with efficiency in mind. While they do require an initial investment, the long-term operational costs are surprisingly low. This is due to their industry-leading Energy Efficiency Ratios (EER), which reduce their electricity consumption. Therefore, while they may seem expensive to run at first glance, their superior efficiency makes them cost-effective in the long run.
Both Water-Cooled and Air-Cooled Chillers often use a refrigerant, the primary distinction being the heat rejection medium.
Water-Cooled Chillers cool the refrigerant using water or water glycol, which is circulated via a cooling tower or adiabatic cooler, and pump. The refrigerant plays a crucial role in transferring heat efficiently from the system, making it a vital component of the cooling process. Despite the different mediums, the refrigerant is integral to both types of chillers, ensuring efficient and effective cooling in industrial settings.
After the setup process, our expert remains readily accessible for post-purchase maintenance support, guaranteeing your solution continues to function effectively long into the future.
We offer custom-tailored support for all technological problems, especially during a malfunction. Our objective is to uphold the operational continuity and boost the efficiency of our customer’s cooling systems.
This service is not limited to equipment purchased from Summit Process Cooling. We offer the same level of service on any piece of equipment, irrespective of the manufacturer.
In the event of a malfunction, we understand the need for an urgent and prompt fix. That’s why we offer fast and efficient chiller repair solutions – our expert engineers can make an onsite visit and replace necessary parts to fix a malfunction, typically on the initial call-out.
Whether it’s an emergency or routine maintenance package, you can purchase from us with complete confidence.
Are you seeking a temporary solution for industrial cooling? Here at Summit Process Cooling, we offer rental chillers and air handling units, customised for temporary outage coverage or seasonal equipment required throughout the year.
No matter your requirements, get in touch with us today for assistance in selecting a system that fulfils your needs.
