From cooling lasers, to food and beverage, to manufacturing processes, cooling equipment is critical to maximizing process efficiency and equipment longevity.

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In this issue of Process Cooling, we look for ways to improve industrial refrigeration system efficiency as well as at filtration systems suited for raw water intakes, adiabatic cooling and a case history about how brazed heat exchangers helped optimize a chiller design for laser cooling.

Industry experts note that starting with process-specific information is the most important first step when selecting a chiller.

Choosing an appropriate water filtration system for industrial cooling processes can be a daunting task, but it does not have to be. 

How fast can heat accumulate in your process? How fast can heat be removed from your process? Is the rate of heat removal greater than its generation?

Of late, industrial processes such as pharmaceuticals, medical and recreational cannabis, vacuum coating and product testing — those that require a wide band of temperature control — have been at the forefront. 

This article looks at the benefits of using adiabatic cooling, electronically commutated (EC) fans and smart control systems.

Monitoring fluid flow is important for accurate operations. Flow meters offer the ability to monitor fluids going through the pump to ensure that a process cooling system has an appropriate volume for proper operations.