Star Refrigeration Launches Low Charge Ammonia Chiller

Star Refrigeration has launched its latest low-ammonia-charge fluid chiller, the Azanechiller 3.0. The Azanechiller 3.0 is an industrial, air-cooled ammonia chiller, delivering cooling ranges across a temperature range of -20°C to +25°C, with capacities from 140kW to 1,600kW.

Star Refrigeration Launches Low Charge Ammonia Chiller

Star Refrigeration claims that this new product consumes up to 52% less electricity than standard EcoDesign chillers.

Applications and Industries for Azanechiller 3.0

The chiller can be used in various industries such as food production, pharmaceuticals, data centres, and ice rinks. It also has an extended lifespan of over 25 years. Star Refrigeration’s Azanechiller 3.0 is fully exempt from F-gas and PFAS regulations and has an ultra-low ammonia charge of just 0.18kg/kW.

Energy Efficiency and Performance

Star Refrigeration’s Azanechiller product specialist, Brooke McKenna, shared that, with over 120 chillers installed across the UK, Europe, and North America, Azanechiller is the most successful and efficient air-cooled, low-charge ammonia refrigeration system available for industrial applications.

“At Star Refrigeration, we pride ourselves on the expertise of our design team who select the latest and most advanced components from the world’s top manufacturers to ensure each Azanechiller system is custom-built for maximum energy efficiency and performance. Our independence allows us the flexibility to create highly engineered solutions by selecting and combining the best components in the market – without being limited to using components from a parent company,” said McKenna.

Sustainability and Cost-Effective Solutions 

As a result, the Azanechiller 3.0 has been engineered for sustainability to deliver low life-cycle costs for customers. Azanechiller 3.0 incorporates IE4 motors, variable-speed reciprocating compressors, high-efficiency EC condenser fans, and close-approach heat exchangers.