Process Cooling: Condenser Coil Cooling

C3 Energy Related Cooling Systems
MicroCool C3 systems for Industry provide solutions for electric power saving and energy recovery for all types of process cooling. The flash evaporation of the water in the air extracts the latent heat and lowers the temperature by up to 30°F (18°C).

These dramatic reductions in the temperature of the process air, allows equipment to operate more efficiently. This efficiency gain lowers the electrical usage and increases the reliability of complex mechanical processes. The recovery of lost cooling capacity (through age or inefficiency) extends the life and purpose of many of these units.

When surrounding air temperatures rise to over 140°F (60°C), the efficiency of standard condenser coil units can drop dramatically from the set design point (usually 115°F -46°C). By lowering the temperature of the air passing over the coils, compressor head pressures are reduced and power consumption is stabilized.

MicroCool engineers have addressed the problems often associated with this type of cooling. Specialized water treatment removes the all of the aqueous salts and minerals (which could deposit on the coil and reduce the air flow and heat transfer) from the process water.

Controls limit the system operation so that it is only in operation when needed (at temperature peaks) and when climate conditions are right for optimal atomization. Pressure sensitive switches only allow operation when sufficient air flow passes over the coils. All these measures combine to save another valuable resource, WATER.

Utility companies around the world are eager to reduce the great demand on their power plants and some offer substantial rebates to install MicroCool C3 systems. When replacing cooling towers the MicroCool system can use up to 60% less water than the conventional process.

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