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Cooling Towers

Heat rejection devices that transfer waste heat to the atmosphere through the cooling of water. Cooling towers are essential components of many HVAC and industrial systems.

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Common Issues

Cooling tower fan not spinning

Symptoms:

High water temperature, reduced capacity, motor issues

Solution:

Check motor operation, inspect belt condition, verify bearings, test VFD if applicable, ensure proper alignment.

High discharge pressure

Symptoms:

Reduced capacity, water quality issues, scale buildup

Solution:

Check water quality, inspect fill media, verify water treatment, test fan operation, ensure proper water flow.

Scale buildup in fill media

Symptoms:

Reduced efficiency, high pressure drop, water quality issues

Solution:

Inspect fill media condition, check water treatment, verify water quality, clean or replace fill media as needed.

Cost Information

Cooling tower maintenance

Average Cost:

$2,000-$6,000

Factors Affecting Cost:

Tower size, service frequency, parts replacement, water treatment needs

Fill media replacement

Average Cost:

$5,000-$15,000

Factors Affecting Cost:

Media type, tower size, accessibility, water treatment requirements

Water treatment program

Average Cost:

$1,500-$4,000 per year

Factors Affecting Cost:

Tower size, water quality, treatment frequency, monitoring requirements