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Basic Refrigeration and Troubleshooting - Online Class

2/20/2017

 

On-line refrigeration classes now available through the PCA website. 

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Process Chiller Phase Reversal - Causing poor cooling and pumping performance

11/26/2016

 
​Symptoms: Process Chiller scroll compressor running but is loud with poor cooling and pumping performance... Read More

Process Chiller Systems - Recommended Maintenance

11/26/2016

 
The attached PDF article provides factory recommended service items for process chiller applications. Note: The schedule provided should be considered as a general guide for service tasks and frequency... Read More

PROCESS CHILLER SYSTEMSYZER DESIGN SOFTWARE BY LEGACY CHILLER SYSTEMS

11/19/2016

 
Process Chiller SystemSyzer Design Software by Legacy Chiller Systems SystemSyzer Design Software quickly calculates process chiller capacity, pump size and even process piping size. This is a must have chiller design tool for both end users and chiller system design professionals.. READ MORE

Process Chiller System - Understanding Refrigerants

11/19/2016

 
This PCA article contains a detailed PDF download of how refrigerants are used inside a process chiller system.... Read More

CLOSED LOOP CHILLER SYSTEM - APPLICATION OF AUTOMATIC AIR VENTS

11/19/2016

 
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This article describes the necessity of automatic air vents in a closed loop process chiller system. Without automatic air vents, you run the risk of pump damage, bio growth, and water hammer damage ... Read more.. ​

Glycol use in Process Chiller Systems - FAQ

11/16/2016

 
Frequently Asked Questions

​To see complete answers to Glycol Questions CLICK HERE for free access to PCA Member Blog.

Q:   What is Propylene Glycol?
A:   Propylene Glycol (PG) in chemical terms is known as.....

Q:   What is Ethylene Glycol?
A:   Ethylene Glycol (EG) in chemical terms is known as ........

Q:   Why use an inhibited glycol?
A:   Both ethylene glycol and propylene glycol in their pure forms are aggressively .......

Q: Are there any materials that should be avoided in a heat transfer system that contains glycol?
A: Yes. Galvanized steel should not be used with either propylene glycol or .......

Q:   Why use purified water when diluting a glycol heat transfer fluid?
A:   Municipal water varies greatly from one town to the next and in the case ......
 
Q:   What are the standards for determining water hardness?
A: The following are the standards for water used for glycol HTF dilution ......
 
Q:   How can the water be analyzed for hardness?
A:  Most local laboratories can test for water hardness, however .....
 
Q:   What is the range for glycol heat transfer fluid (HTF) dilution?
A: Thermal Fluids recommends a dilution range of 25% to 65% glycol with ...... 

Q: Can glycol heat transfer fluids from different companies be mixed together?
A: In most cases, glycol heat transfer fluids (HTF) from competitors .... 
 
Q: Why can’t a propylene glycol heat transfer fluid (PGHTF) and an ethylene glycol heat transfer fluid (EGHTF) be mixed together?
A: Although they are closely related, propylene glycol (PG) and ethylene glycol ..... 
 
Q: Why can’t automotive antifreeze be used in a heat transfer system?
A: The vast majority of automotive antifreezes are made from ..... 
 
Q: How long will a heat transfer fluid last?
A: A high quality heat transfer fluid blended with purified water such ..... 
 
Q: How can a heat transfer fluid be tested?
A: Thermal Fluids can test your heat transfer fluid for a minor fee .... 
 
Q: Does dye color represent any particular type of product?
A: No. Different color dyes are used by different companies. There is no ..... 
  
 
Content provided by: Thermal Fluids, Inc., Easton, MA 02334   Tel: (508) 238-9660   Fax: 508-238-4799 www.thermalfluidsinc.biz
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Process Chiller System Design

11/3/2016

 
Many process chiller problems can be avoided through proper piping design. Poorly designed chiller loop piping design can result in substantial operational issues that can be costly to correct once the system is installed... PCA has also found several excellent software programs... READ MORE

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