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WINERY GLYCOL CHILLERS

WINERY GLYCOL CHILLERS
 Winery Series

Winery chillers used in the fermentation process of wine making to control the temperature during fermentation. Glycol fluid temperatures vary based on the type of wine being made and the preferences of each wine maker, but most winery chillers will operate in the range of 35F to 50F degrees (for wine vessel temperatures of 45F to 60F degrees).

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1.5 to 50 Nominal tons.

  • Packaged (with tank and pump)  Most wine makers order their glycol chillers for outdoors in a package (all in one) type design.
  • Modular (no tank or pump) Modular winery chillers may be used when the winery already has a tank and pump or if the existing chiller is not adequate to keep up with the capacity of the current system, a modular unit can be added as a booster chiller.
  • Split (indoor chiller with outdoor condensing unit) Split chillers may be desired if the chiller unit is located on the roof. By splitting the tank/pump/heat exchanger in a separate cabinet, it can be located indoors or at a location where it is easier to access.
  • Amchill Winery Chillers are Available in single phase power for sizes above 5 ton when 3 phase power not available.

Note – American Chillers brand winery glycol chillers ship with remote control panels that can be installed indoors in a convenient location so the wine maker can easily control and monitor the chiller.

  • Heavy duty welded, tubular steel frame with high gloss powder coat finish and laminated aluminum cabinet
  • U.L. Listed, and EPA Compliant, eco-friendly R410a refrigeration condensing unit
  • Single refrigeration circuit with Copeland scroll compressor(s) with crankcase heater(s)
  • Air cooled, high ambient, vertical discharge, condensers for 100°F ambient with fan cycle low ambient control
  • Weather proof electrical panel with single point power connection
  • 24 vac control circuit with component sequenced terminal strip for easy troubleshooting
  • Remote control panel for indoor installation provides lighted on/off switches and digital thermostat
  • UL and ASME stainless steel brazed plate evaporator insulated against condensation with 3/4″ closed cell insulation
  • Auto reset low pressure safety; manual reset high pressure safety
  • Externally equalized thermal expansion valve, liquid line filter drier, and sight glass
  • Low water flow compressor interlock safety locks out compressors in low flow condition
  • Non-ferrous water lines with FPT connections insulated with 3/4” closed cell insulation
  • High density, polyethylene reservoir insulated with closed cell insulation
  • High head centrifugal process pump rated at 40 psi at 2.5 GPM/ton
  • Internal bypass valve for temperature stability and to prevent pump dead heading
  • Systems leak checked, pressure tested, run tested under load and shipped operation ready
  • Warranty: one (1) year limited parts, five (5) years limited compressor warranty
  • Ships fully crated to minimize damage risk during shipping
  • Condenser coil coating for corrosion protection in salt air environments
  • Dual, scroll compressor sets
  • Closed system reservoirs
  • Receivers and accumulators for fluid temperatures below 35F degrees.
  • Flooded condenser to maintain head pressure in below zero ambient
  • Cabinet mounted fluid pressure and temperature gauges and refrigeration pressure gauge
  • Inhibited propylene glycol concentrate or 65% / 35% premix in 55 gallon drums or 5 gallon carboys
  • Magnum microprocessor controller for building automation control & full chiller analytics
  • Dual pumps with lead/lag control
  • Castors for portability
  • R407c, R404a, R410a refrigerants
  • Custom options and configurations available

Winery Glycol Chillers PDF Spec Sheet Downloads

 

Size Model Electrical
 2.0 tons  CAVCS0201  208-230/1/60
3.0 tons CAVCS0301 208-230/1/60
3.0 tons CAVCS0303 208-230/3/60
3.0 tons CAVCS0304 460/3/60
4.0 tons CAVCS0401 208-230/1/60
4.0 tons CAVCS0403 208-230/3/60
4.0 tons CAVCS0404 460/3/60
5.0 tons CAVCS0501 208-230/1/60
5.0 tons CAVCS0503 208-230/3/60
5.0 tons CAVCS0504 460/3/60
7.5 tons CAVCS0753 208-230/3/60
7.5 tons CAVCS0754 460/3/60
10 tons CAVCS1003 208-230/3/60
10 tons CAVCS1004 460/3/60
12.5 tons CAVCS1253 208-230/3/60
12.5 tons CAVCS1254 460/3/60
15 tons CAVCS1503 208-230/3/60
15 tons CAVCS1504 460/3/60
20 tons CAVCS2003 208-230/3/60
20 tons CAVCS2004 460/3/60

Brewery Chillers PDF Spec Sheet Downloads

 

Size Model Electrical
     
3.0 tons CAVSS0301 208-230/1/60
3.0 tons CAVSS0303 208-230/3/60
3.0 tons CAVSS0304 460/3/60
4.0 tons CAVSS0401 208-230/1/60
4.0 tons CAVSS0403 208-230/3/60
4.0 tons CAVSS0404 460/3/60
5.0 tons CAVSS0501 208-230/1/60
5.0 tons CAVSS0503 208-230/3/60
5.0 tons CAVSS0504 460/3/60
7.5 tons CAVSS0753 208-230/3/60
7.5 tons CAVSS0754 460/3/60
10 tons CAVSS1003 208-230/3/60
10 tons CAVSS1004 460/3/60
12.5 tons CAVSS1253 208-230/3/60
12.5 tons CAVSS1254 460/3/60
15 tons CAVSS1503 208-230/3/60
15 tons CAVSS1504 460/3/60
20 tons CAVSS2003 208-230/3/60
20 tons CAVSS2004 460/3/60

Glycol Correction Factors

All Heat exchangers experience a capacity loss when the fluid is a higher specific gravity than water. Glycols are heavy, syrup like fluids at full concentration, and become thinner when mixed with water. However, the mixed solution of water-glycol will be thicker, heavier, than the water alone was. Thus, to achieve the same heat exchange inside the heat exchanger , requires more surface area or a larger heat exchanger. American Chillers heat exchangers are engineered for full rated capacity with the use of 30% glycol solutions. Our heat exchangers start out with 30% more surface area capacity than the heat exchangers used by other manufacturers so you still have full capacity with 30% water-glycol solutions. If you are using glycol concentrations above 30%, consult factory prior to purchasing your chiller for chiller selection assistance.

Propylene Glycol

Leaving Temperature Degrees F 30% 40% 50%
Capacity Factor Pressure Drop Factor Capacity Factor Pressure Drop Factor Capacity Factor Pressure Drop Factor
20 0,8 1,74 0,74 2,07
30 0,92 1,39 0,87 1,63 0,82 1,94
40 0,93 1,36 0,89 1,55 0,85 1,83
45 0,94 1,35 0,9 1,53 0,87 1,81
50 0,94 1,33 0,91 1,51 0,88 1,75
55 0,95 1,31 0,92 1,5 0,89 1,73
60 0,95 1,31 0,92 1,47 0,9 1,68
70 0,96 1,27 0,93 1,43 0,91 1,63
Minimum leaving fluid temperature 25°F 10°F -10°F
Minimum ambient 10°F -4°F -20°F

 

Glycol Capacities and Correction Tables

* At standard ARI 590 conditions: 54°F entering fluid temperature, 44°F leaving fluid temperature, 95°F ambient temperature, 0.0005 fouling

American Chillers & Cooling Tower Systems, Inc. recommends propylene based glycols because of their non-hazardous nature and as such, we must be aware of the effects on the standard refrigeration heat exchangers and pumps. A 40% solution of propylene glycol will reduce the chiller heat exchanger’s ability to chill by at least 7.2%. We know from experience, that some heat exchangers chilling abilities is reduced by 20%. This means the chiller with a 10 ton capacity for chilling water will have a capacity between 8 tons and 9.3 tons with 40% PG. Most American Chillers have heat exchangers large enough to handle 30% PG without loss of capacity due to our “value-added” engineering practices. We can easily provide a chiller heat exchanger for even 50% PG at the customer request at time of order.

What Is Covered:

1. All parts are guaranteed to be free of defects in material and workmanship for 12 months from date of original purchase.

2. Scroll compressors are guaranteed to be free of defects in material and workmanship for 60 months from date of purchase.

3. Labor: during the first 30 days after startup, American Chillers will reimburse the owner for any reasonable labor charges incurred for the replacement of a warranted part, according to the rate schedule. A time allowance of 30 minutes, for one technician is allowed for the diagnosing of a malfunction. Consult customer service for the labor rate schedule .

4. During the first 30 days after startup, American Chillers will pay for regular, ground shipping of any covered part shipped to the customer. Express shipping and air freight charges are the responsibility of the customer. After 30 days, the customer is responsible for shipping defective parts back for credit and for the shipping charges from American Chillers to the customer.

What is not covered:

1. shipping costs after the initial 30 days. Express shipping charges over regular ground charges are not covered.

2. Labor charges of a helper during repair; truck, mileage, and transportation charges; time over 30 minutes to diagnose a problem’s cause.

3. Labor rates in excess of pre-negotiated wholesale rates, usually no more than 70% of regular retail. American Chillers does not pay retail labor rates.

4. Loss of business or added expense for cranes, lifts, permits, or contractor services arising from the repair or replacement of a failed part.

5. Failures caused by external factors beyond the control of this manufacturer and the component manufacturer.

6. Supplies used to effect the repairs such as solder, nitrogen gas, dyes, bubble soap, and leak detector.

7. Part or component failure must be a result of manufacturing defect or normal wear and tear. Parts that fail due to causes external to the chiller, such as improper installation, electrical supply problems, leaking or broken pipes and tube erosion from excessive fluid velocity, freezing or poor water quality, failure to maintain clean filters, contractor or owner negligence, etc., are not covered by this warranty. American Chillers will not reimburse the customer for locally purchased parts through another vendor without prior authorization. A replacement part, however, will be provided upon return of the defective part, only.

8. Electrical parts sent as replacement may not be returned for credit.

9. Glycol, replacement glycol, the labor to add glycol to the chiller and chiller damage resulting from improper freeze protection are not covered by the chiller warranty.

Policy Regarding Replacement Parts:

American Chillers will provide a replacement part for any covered defective part as per the above conditions. Customers are responsible for shipping charges after the first 30 day period. Replacement parts may be new or reconditioned, at the discretion of American Chillers. All warranty claims must be processed through American Chillers. The replacement part will be warranted for the remainder of the original part warranty or a minimum of 90 days.

Compressors:

Compressors must have the connections securely plugged or pinched and soldered shut to prevent any oil, leakage during shipment. Failure to follow this procedure will void the warranty on the compressor. A $50.00 handling fee will be assessed for compressor warranty returns.

To Make A Warranty Claim:

All warranty claims must be processed through American and all parts returned for credit must have a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. To make a warranty claim, contact American Chillers between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Eastern time), Monday – Friday. American Chillers will issue an RMA number. The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside packaging or the package will be refused. Return parts must be packaged securely to avoid shipping damage. Parts damaged during shipment will not be credited.

Payment No parts will be shipped without payment.


Parts must be paid for prior to shipment. American Chillers will accept VISA and MasterCard for your convenience. Your credit card will not be billed until the part(s) are shipped. Credit will be issued for the cost of the part, less any applicable freight and handling charges, after the defective part(s) are returned, freight prepaid, if the part failed due to a defect of material or workmanship. Return parts must be received within 30 days of making the claim. No credit or refunds will be given after 30 days.

Warranty policies may vary by customer, equipment and/or job. Refer to your sales documents for warranty details specific to your purchase.

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