Marley / Sigma F Series CoolingTower / Engineering Data: Energy Management | 10 |
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Cooling towers are usually selected to produce a specific cold water temperature at the higher summertime
Always control leaving water temperature by manipulating the quantity of air that the fan moves through the tower. Vary- ing the quantity of water flow is not normally recommended and can be harmful in freezing weather. You can alternately start and stop
Increased flexibility can simplify your operating procedures and save you money in the long run, both on operation and on maintenance. Here are two of the more popular options.
Two-Speed Motors
Normally,
Variable Speed Fan
Frequency modulation devices work well on induced draft, propeller fan cooling towers such as the Sigma. However, their design must include the capability to lock out any critical fan speeds and the very low fan speed ranges.
Marley VFD drive systems are designed to combine abso- lute temperature control with ideal energy management. The cooling tower user selects a cold water temperature and the drive system will vary the fan speed to maintain that tempera- ture. Precise temperature control is accomplished with far less stress to the mechanical equipment components. The improved energy management provides fast payback. Indeed, many utilities offer generous rebates for users having installed VFD drives.
CAUTION
The cooling tower must be located at such distance and direction to avoid the possibility of contaminated tower discharge air being drawn into building fresh air intake ducts. The purchaser should obtain the services of a Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect to certify that the location of the tower is in compliance with applicable air pollution, fire, and clean air codes.