Process Cooling Resources and Technical Guides
Learn how to size, select, and maintain industrial chillers and process cooling systems. Explore guides, calculations, and application-specific resources.
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Essential guides to get you started
How Industrial Chillers Work
Understand the refrigeration cycle, key components, and how chillers remove heat from your process.
How to Size a Chiller
Learn the formulas and factors that determine the right chiller capacity for your cooling load.
Glycol and Cooling Fluids Guide
When to use glycol, how to select the right concentration, and why fluid choice matters.
Choosing the Right Cooling System
Compare chiller types, features, and configurations to find the best fit for your application.
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Organized into 6 categories
Chiller Basics
How chillers work, types, components, and essential terminology
Sizing & Calculations
Cooling load formulas, BTU guides, and chiller selection methods
Applications
Industry-specific guides for brewing, plastics, lasers, biotech, and more
Fluids & Cooling Methods
Glycol, water, heat exchangers, and fluid selection guidance
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair guides
System Design & Solutions
Process cooling setups, low-temp systems, and Fluxwrap
Tools & References
Glossaries, maintenance checklists, videos, and downloads
Seasonal Maintenance Tips
Checklists for compressor, condenser, evaporator, glycol, and leak testing
ViewChiller Terms Glossary
Alphabetical glossary of industrial chiller and cooling terminology
ViewFAQ
Common questions about products, ordering, repairs, and shipping
ViewGlycol Concentrations
Concentration-to-freezing-point chart and mixing guide
ViewThermal Management Q&A
Answers to common thermal management and chiller questions
ViewVideo Library
Product demos, how-to guides, and case study videos
ViewUser Manuals
Download owner's manuals for Freeze and Deep Freeze chillers
ViewCase Studies & Guides
Industry case studies and downloadable application guides
ViewProduct Catalog & Spec Sheets
Download our complete product catalog and spec sheets with full specifications
ViewService Areas
Shipping coverage, state-specific guides, and local climate performance data
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Read ArticleNeed Help Choosing the Right System?
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