The reintroduced 17DA large-capacity industrial water chiller uses R-134a. The chiller has a capacity performance in the nominal 3,000-, 4,000-, and 5,000-ton range. To match the most economical fuel available, a steam turbine, electric motor, or gas engine drive can be selected, the company says. The compressor design incorporates variable inlet guide vanes and a diffuser ring, which act together to control the flow of refrigerant through the chiller's single-stage, high-efficiency shrouded impeller. According to the manufacturer, this feature delivers optimum performance and efficiency across a wide range of operating conditions without the need for hot gas bypass. Choices in heat exchanger length, size of vessels, tube material and thickness, and pass arrangement are available.

Carrier Corp., Syracuse, NY; www.carrier.com.

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