Rethinking Chiller Replacement: Retrofitting for Efficiency and Sustainability

Outdated chillers draining your budget? Discover how retrofitting can extend equipment life, optimize performance, and boost your bottom line.

Many businesses rely on water-cooled chillers for critical cooling processes. However, as these systems age, they can become less efficient, require costly maintenance, and pose environmental risks due to outdated refrigerants. Replacing them with new chillers is a significant investment, but there's a smarter alternative: retrofitting.

Dalkia Energy Solutions offers comprehensive chiller retrofit solutions that can modernize your existing equipment, delivering significant benefits without the expense of a full replacement.

Two Powerful Retrofit Solutions

Oil-less Magnetic Bearing Compressor Retrofit: This innovative approach replaces existing centrifugal compressors with multiple oil-less magnetic bearing compressors. This technology offers:

• Superior efficiency: Achieve IPLVs in the range of 0.33 to 0.37 KW/tonne.

• Enhanced reliability: Eliminate oil-related issues and reduce maintenance needs.

• Improved performance: Optimize part-load efficiency with multiple compressor staging.

• Reduced noise and vibration: Create a quieter and more comfortable working environment.

  
  

VFD Screw Compressor Retrofit: This solution replaces existing compressors with multiple VFD screw compressors, offering:

• Increased efficiency: Precise capacity control with VFDs minimizes energy waste.

• Refrigerant economizers: Enhance both sub-cooling and inter-stage cooling for improved performance.

• Modern refrigerants: Easily convert to environmentally friendly refrigerants.

• Reduced noise and vibration: Enjoy quieter operation and extended equipment life.

Benefits of Retrofitting with Dalkia:

• Extended Equipment Life: Get 15-20 more years of reliable service from your existing chillers.

• Significant Cost Savings: Avoid the high upfront costs of new equipment and reduce operating expenses.

• Improved Efficiency: Optimize chiller performance and reduce energy consumption.

• Enhanced Sustainability: Minimize waste and environmental impact by keeping your chillers out of landfills and utilizing modern refrigerants.

• Reduced Downtime: Our expert team ensures minimal disruption to your operations during the retrofit process.

  
  

Is Retrofitting Right for You?

Dalkia's team of experts will conduct a thorough assessment of your existing chillers to determine the best retrofit solution for your needs. We'll consider factors such as chiller age, condition, capacity, refrigerant type, and your specific operational requirements.

Contact us today to learn more about how chiller retrofitting can help you achieve your energy efficiency and sustainability goals.