Built-Up System / Cooling Tower
Cooling Tower
Using ambient air, cooling towers remove heat from condenser water via evaporation and/or heat transfer. Cooling towers are commonly used in built-up systems with a water-cooled chiller. Two common types are called “open” (pictured) and “closed circuit.”
Motor: The motor rotates the fan in a system.
Fan: The fan circulates air through the cooling tower.
Water Inlet (Hot Deck): The water inlet distributed the condenser's water supply.
Basin (Cold Deck): The basin offers a collection area for condenser water flow.
Baffles (Fill): The baffles provides an evaporative cooling surface for condenser water.
Water Outlet: The water outlet provides a channel for condenser water return.
Drain: The drain empties the tower, so it can be cleaned.
Overflow: The overflow provides an outlet for excess tower water.
Float Valve: The float valve maintains proper water levels in the tower.
Slump Heater: The slump heater prevents sump water from freezing. This is an optional piece of equipment.
Eliminator: The eliminator prevents spray water from escaping the tower.