You face persistent cooling challenges in industrial and warehouse environments. An industrial air cooled screw chiller offers advanced solutions where scaling, corrosion, and biofouling threaten efficiency. Compared to centrifugal chillers, screw chillers provide better resistance to corrosion due to their positive pressure systems:

Innovative features and user-friendly controls help you maintain reliable operations and superior system performance.

Warehouse Cooling Problems

Scaling Issues

You often encounter scaling as one of the most common problems in warehouse cooling systems. Scale forms when minerals like calcium and magnesium deposit on heat exchange surfaces. This buildup restricts airflow and reduces cooling efficiency. You may notice temperature regulation problems and high humidity, which can make it difficult to maintain a comfortable working environment. The presence of dissolved minerals, changes in water temperature, and variations in pH levels all contribute to scaling. Calcium carbonate is the most frequent type, resulting from natural water sources. Neglecting descaling leads to corrosion and increased energy consumption. Regular descaling helps reduce humidity levels and keeps your system running efficiently.

Corrosion Risks

Corrosion poses a serious threat to warehouse cooling systems. You face general corrosion, which affects metal surfaces uniformly, and localized corrosion, such as pitting and cavitation, which can quickly damage components. Galvanic corrosion occurs when different metals, like aluminum and copper, connect in the system. Poor water quality, high oxygen content, and improper pH levels accelerate corrosion. Corrosion increases energy consumption, sometimes by up to 30%, and shortens equipment lifespan. You may need costly repairs or even system overhauls. Safety risks also rise, as overheating and system failures can threaten indoor air quality and worker health.

Biofouling Challenges

Biofouling creates additional warehouse cooling problems. Microbiological fouling results from bacteria, fungi, algae, and even larger organisms like barnacles. Particulate fouling happens when organic matter and minerals accumulate in the system. Hydrocarbon fouling can also affect cooling performance. Biofouling forms a slime layer on heat transfer surfaces, acting as an insulator. This layer reduces heat exchange efficiency, forcing your system to use more energy to maintain proper cooling. High humidity and inefficient air distribution worsen biofouling, making it harder to improve air circulation and ventilation. Large warehouse fans may help, but you must address biofouling to ensure optimal airflow and maintain indoor air quality.

Scaling Prevention

You face scaling when minerals like calcium and magnesium build up on heat exchange surfaces. The industrial air cooled screw chiller uses advanced technology to help you prevent this problem. The OMC-100ASH model features a semi-hermetic screw compressor that maintains stable water temperatures. This stability reduces the risk of mineral deposits forming inside your system. The chiller’s shell and tube evaporator design improves water flow, which helps keep minerals suspended and away from critical surfaces.

You can rely on the Siemens PLC control panel to monitor water quality and temperature. The system automatically adjusts compressor energy to maintain optimal conditions, which limits scaling. You get timely alarms if water temperature or flow changes, so you can take action before scaling becomes severe. These features work together to provide effective solutions for scaling, keeping your high-performing cooling system running smoothly.

Corrosion Control

Corrosion can damage your cooling equipment and shorten its lifespan. The industrial air cooled screw chiller offers several treatment solutions to control corrosion. The OMC-100ASH uses light water aluminum and blue aluminum foils to protect copper tubes from harsh environments. These materials add a protective layer, extending the life of your condenser and ensuring reliable cooling performance.

You also benefit from the Black Fin Heat Exchanger, which uses a complex resin to shield your system from corrosive elements. If you need extra durability, you can choose a Blygold coating for even stronger protection. The chiller’s robust safety system includes high and low pressure safeguards and compressor overheating protection. These features help you maintain safe operation and reduce the need for frequent treatment.

Many industries trust industrial air cooled screw chillers for corrosion control. Here is a table showing where these chillers are most commonly used:

You can see that these chillers provide effective solutions for facilities that demand reliable and durable cooling.

• A data center once faced severe corrosion and high costs in its closed-loop chiller system. Smarter water management and optimized treatment reduced annual costs by $150,000, extended equipment lifespan, and improved cooling performance.

Biofouling Reduction

Biofouling occurs when bacteria, algae, and other organisms grow inside your cooling system. The industrial air cooled screw chiller helps you reduce biofouling with several treatment solutions. The OMC-100ASH uses a unique oil pressure system that ensures optimal lubrication without an oil pump. This design reduces vibration and noise, making it harder for organisms to settle and grow.

You can use the LCD touch screen to monitor system conditions and receive alerts if biofouling starts to develop. The chiller’s automated fault detection lets you respond quickly with the right treatment. By keeping water temperatures stable and improving air distribution, you limit the conditions that allow biofouling to thrive.

• Industrial air cooled screw chillers support sustainability goals by using refrigerants with reduced global warming potential. Their efficient design lowers energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. You can reuse residual heat for space heating or other industrial processes, which reduces your reliance on additional energy sources and supports a more sustainable operation.

You get effective cooling and reliable operation with these advanced features. The OMC-100ASH provides effective solutions for scaling, corrosion, and biofouling, making it the preferred cooling solution for modern industrial and warehouse environments.

Cooling Systems Efficiency and Maintenance

Monitoring and Diagnostics

You need reliable monitoring and diagnostics to keep your cooling systems running at peak efficiency. Modern industrial air cooled screw chillers, like the OMC-100ASH, use advanced controllers that provide automated maintenance reminders, diagnostic fault codes, technical alarms, and system alerts. These features help you spot issues early and prevent unexpected downtime. Automated diagnostics use advanced techniques, such as feature-recognition models, to detect faults quickly and accurately. This technology improves the reliability of your hvac and cooling systems, reducing energy waste and keeping your operations efficient.

The Siemens PLC and LCD touch screen interface give you easy access to all system data. You can view real-time performance, set parameters, and receive instant alerts if the system detects a problem. This user-friendly control panel makes it simple for you to monitor your air conditioning and cooling systems, even if you do not have extensive technical training.

Maintenance Advantages

You benefit from several maintenance advantages when you use air cooled screw chillers. The Siemens PLC and LCD touch screen controls offer flexibility in programming, allowing you to customize settings for different operators and applications. The large touchscreen makes operation straightforward, so your staff can focus on practical skills rather than complex theory. User-friendly controls mean less training time and fewer errors during maintenance.

Here is a comparison of maintenance requirements for different chiller types:

You will find that air cooled screw chillers require simpler but more frequent maintenance due to outdoor exposure. Key tasks include tube cleaning, analyzing and changing compressor oil, and purging low-pressure machines. Automated maintenance features, such as remote monitoring and daily system reviews, help you respond quickly to operational issues. These features can lead to significant operational cost savings each year.

Your hvac and cooling systems become easier to manage with these advanced controls. Automated maintenance reduces downtime and helps you maintain high efficiency. You can keep your air conditioning and cooling systems running smoothly, saving both time and money.

You gain reliable solutions for warehouse and industrial cooling when you choose air cooled screw chillers like the OMC-100ASH. Advanced safety features ensure long-term stability:

You also benefit from lower maintenance costs and no water reliance:

Consider these chillers for efficient, safe, and cost-effective cooling in your facility.