Air Cooled Chillers

Effective Cooling with Minimal Energy Consumption

Cooling Capacities 10kW – 1400kW
Operating Temperatures: 0°C to 17.5°C (Max Ambient 43°C)
Low Operating Costs
Water Cooled Options Available
Choice of Hydraulic Configuration
Sales, Hire & Service

Why Choose Our Air Cooled Chillers?

Our systems are designed to meet a range of industrial applications and requirements while offering numerous advantages.

Air Cooled Chillers offer unmatched energy efficiency and environmental benefits by utilising ambient air for heat rejection.

They feature a modular design, reducing installation and maintenance costs. Compact and flexible with the ability to be installed almost anywhere, without the need for a water source. Built with high-quality components, they ensure reliable performance with optional 24-month warranty coverage.

Choose our chillers for an efficient, cost-effective cooling solution tailored to your needs.

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Applications Of Air Cooled Chillers

Air Cooled Chillers are essential in various sectors, playing a crucial role in regulating temperatures and maintaining optimal conditions for different processes. For example:

In manufacturing sectors – which utilise processes like metalworking, electro-plating, and welding – chillers help to cool equipment down, preventing overheating and prolonging the lifespan of machinery.
In the pharmaceutical industry – for the precise temperature control required in drug manufacturing. They ensure that storage temperatures are maintained within the required limits, guaranteeing the efficacy of the drugs.
In the food and drink industry, when keeping products fresh during storage. They also provide necessary cooling during the manufacturing process to ensure food safety.

These are just a few of the sectors which Summit Process Cooling serves. We provide cooling solutions for all industries, so get in touch today to discuss your unique cooling needs.

The Advantages Of Air Cooled Chillers

Our Air Cooled units provide advantages which make them a popular choice for various applications.

First and foremost, these machines offer energy efficiency and environmental benefits. Water Cooled Chillers require a cooling tower, which uses energy through continuous water circulation and maintenance. By contrast, Air Cooled Chillers operate without these and are designed with condenser coils for optimal heat dissipation. This allows them to provide effective cooling, whilst minimising energy consumption.

Air Cooled Chillers have significantly fewer installation costs. As our systems offer a modular design, they don’t require a water infrastructure – of cooling towers, pumps, and pipes. Instead, their simplified design allows for straightforward installation and maintenance. This means our Air Cooled Chillers promise fewer upfront and long-term costs.

These Chillers are also incredibly flexible. Because they do not require proximity to a water source for their operation, they can be installed in various locations and applications thanks to their compact design.

We also offer systems which record their operating status, working conditions, and alarm history. This makes maintaining these machines much easier and ensures that your system will reliably serve you for years to come.

Choosing The Best Chiller For Your Application

For help identifying the right cooler for you, we recommend chatting through your needs with our expert team. With over 30 years of experience in process cooling across the most demanding industries, we are here to help you.

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Air Cooled Chillers

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After-Sales and Repairs

Upon installation, our team is always available for after-sales and repair services, to ensure your solution optimally serves you long into the future.

Even if you didn’t buy your original chiller from us, our team is available to guide you and provides spare parts for various makes and models. Get in touch today to discuss your needs and to find out more.

After-Sales

We provide bespoke guidance and aid for technical issues, particularly during a breakdown. Our goal is to maintain operational continuity and enhance productivity for all cooling systems of our clients, regardless of whether they hold a maintenance contract with us or not.

Our expertise is not restricted to our own appliances; we are capable of offering the same quality of service on any equipment.

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Air Cooled Chillers – FAQs

How Does an Air Cooled Chiller Work?

A standard Air Cooled Chiller operates by transferring heat through a water circuit and expelling it into the ambient air. The process initiates when water circulates a loop, absorbing heat from its surroundings. This warmed water then gets returned to the chiller. The heat transfer occurs in an evaporator where the absorbed heat transfers to the refrigerant, while the water continues its journey through the primary supply to the cooled space.

Next, the refrigerant, now carrying the heat, travels through the compressor, increasing its pressure and temperature. Upon reaching the condenser, fans facilitate the circulation of outside air which absorbs the heat from the refrigerant.

The refrigerant, having released its heat, proceeds through the expansion valve and returns to the evaporator to repeat the cycle. This continued operation of the Air Cooled Chiller ensures a steady cooling process, effectively managing the ambient temperature.

What is the Difference Between Air and Water Cooled Chillers?

Air Cooled and Water Cooled Chillers function similarly, cooling systems to regulate temperature, but they differ in their cooling methods.

Air Cooled Chillers use ambient air to remove heat, eliminating the need for additional cooling towers or water supply. They are generally easier to install and maintain but may consume more energy. On the other hand, Water Cooled Chillers use water in a cooling tower to dissipate heat, ideal for areas with a steady water supply and relatively low ambient temperatures.

What Is the Difference Between Air Cooled Chillers and Cooling Towers?

Air Cooled Chillers and Cooling Towers are both types of cooling equipment, but their functions differ. Air-cooled chillers work by removing heat directly and transferring it to the surrounding air through compressors and heat exchangers.

By comparison, a Cooling Tower is a specialised heat exchanger in which air and water are brought into direct contact with each other in order to reduce the water’s temperature. As this occurs, a small volume of water is evaporated, reducing the temperature of the water being circulated through the tower.

Unlike chillers, Cooling Towers do not use refrigerant and are solely reliant on ambient air as a cooling medium. Therefore, supply temperatures will be much higher than our industrial chillers, typically no lower than 25-26 degrees celsius.

Which Other Chiller Systems Do You Offer?

Summit Process Cooling offers an extensive selection of Chiller solutions, suitable for almost every application. These include:

To learn more, or for help choosing a bespoke solution which best suits your needs, get in touch with our expert team today.

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