The main energy consumers in a water-cooled air conditioning system are the chiller, re circulating pumps, tower fans, and air handler fans.

Chiller efficiency is important because it reflects the amount of energy required to produce a ton of refrigeration. It is typically measured in KW/Ton and is a function of the chiller design, operating conditions, and heat transfer efficiency. Effective water treatment helps optimize chiller efficiency and minimize energy costs by keeping the evaporator and condenser heat exchange surfaces clean and corrosion free.

Reprinted with Permission from Chem-Aqua.