Industrial cooling
Cooling towers
Water cooling through air contact. Reduced energy consumption, stable equipment operation, high heat dissipation efficiency.
- Reduction of energy costsRelatively low electricity consumption with high cooling efficiency.
- High efficiencyThanks to the physical processes of evaporation, efficient heat dissipation is achieved without large costs.
- Compatibility with chillersWorks together with chillers, providing efficient cooling of the condenser and reducing electricity costs.
- Long service lifeModern materials (galvanized steel, stainless steel, fiberglass) ensure the durability of the structure.
General information
How it works and where it is used
The cooling tower removes excess heat from heated water and returns it cooled to the system. The main principle is evaporative cooling: part of the water evaporates, taking thermal energy, and the remaining water cools down.
The equipment is widely used in industrial systems where it is necessary to maintain optimal water temperature. Cooling towers especially often work together with chillers, which increases overall efficiency.
The choice of cooling tower type depends on performance, water quality, climatic conditions, and maintenance requirements. There are models with natural and forced draft, open and closed, counterflow and crossflow.
Applications
Where cooling towers are used
Cooling towers are in demand at facilities where large heat loads need to be removed and stable temperature of process water maintained.
- 01Manufacturing enterprises, plants and factoriesProvide cooling of water in technological cycles, maintaining the optimal thermal regime of equipment.
- 02Shopping and entertainment centersUsed in air conditioning and refrigeration equipment cooling systems.
- 03Business centersUsed to remove heat from ventilation and air conditioning systems in office buildings.
- 04HotelsProvide water cooling for comfort air conditioning systems and technological equipment.
- 05Medical institutionsUsed in cooling systems for medical equipment and general climate installations.
- 06Data centers (DC)Remove heat from servers and IT equipment, maintaining the required temperature conditions.
- 07Power plantsUsed in cooling systems for turbine condensers and auxiliary equipment.
- 08Chemical and food industryProvide cooling in processes with high heat generation that require precise temperature control.
Types of equipment
Types of cooling towers
Cooling towers differ in the principle of water-air contact, flow direction, and type of ventilation. Correct type selection ensures efficiency and simplifies maintenance.
Open cooling towers
Water directly contacts the air stream and is cooled by partial evaporation. The most common and economical type.
Closed cooling towers
Water circulates inside the heat exchanger and does not contact the outside air. Protects the system from contamination and reduces scale formation.
Counterflow cooling towers
Air moves upward while water flows downward. Provides high heat exchange efficiency, widely used in modern facilities.
Crossflow cooling towers
Air passes horizontally through the spray section while water flows vertically. Characterized by ease of maintenance and simple operation.
Fan cooling towers
Equipped with axial or centrifugal fans for forced air flow. Cooling efficiency does not depend on weather conditions.
Operating principle
How a cooling tower works
Evaporative cooling is the basis of the process. Water and air interact, transferring heat and reducing the water temperature.
01
Heated water supply
Heated water enters the upper part of the unit through a distribution system.
02
Distribution over the sprinkler
Water is evenly supplied to the sprinkler (packing), which increases the contact area with air.
03
Air flow
The fan (or natural draft) creates an air flow through the interior of the cooling tower.
04
Evaporation and cooling
When water comes into contact with air, a small part evaporates, taking thermal energy with it, the rest of the water cools down.
05
Collection of cooled water
The cooled water is collected in a tray at the bottom of the unit.
06
Return to system
The cooled water is returned back to the process system for reuse.
Advantages
Why choose cooling towers
The use of cooling towers provides a number of important advantages for cooling systems of industrial and commercial facilities.
01
Reduction of energy costs
Natural physical cooling processes require relatively low power consumption, which reduces operating costs.
02
High heat dissipation efficiency
Efficient evaporative cooling provides removal of large heat loads at minimal cost.
03
Working with heavy loads
Cooling towers are capable of servicing systems with high heat dissipation, stably maintaining the required temperature.
04
Long service life
Modern materials and well-thought-out design ensure the durability of the equipment with proper maintenance.
05
Reduction of operating costs
Low energy consumption and ease of maintenance reduce overall cooling costs.
06
Compatibility with chillers
Cooling towers work effectively together with chillers, improving overall system performance and reducing costs.
07
Scalability
The ability to select equipment for various facilities — from small installations to large industrial complexes.
Selection criteria
How to select a cooling tower
Proper selection ensures stable operation of the cooling system and significantly reduces operating costs. Consider the following parameters:
- System heat load
- Required water flow rate
- Inlet and outlet water temperature
- Outside air wet bulb temperature
- Regional climatic conditions
- Permissible noise level
- Installation location and available space
- Requirements for circulating water quality
Service
Partner support
Klimatrade provides professional support at all stages of project implementation — from selection to technical support.
- Selection of equipment for project tasks
- Technical consultations
- Help for designers and engineers
- Preparation of technical and commercial proposals
- Technical support at all stages of project implementation
Buy a cooling tower for industrial cooling
If you need an industrial cooling tower for a manufacturing facility, engineering site or air-conditioning system, Klimatrade specialists will help you select equipment that meets your operating requirements. We supply cooling towers in Kazakhstan for various applications, from cooling industrial processes to operation as part of refrigeration systems.
Each mechanical-draft cooling tower is selected individually, taking into account the heat load, water flow rate, required temperatures, installation region and operating conditions. Therefore, the cooling tower price is calculated after the technical parameters have been specified.
Planning to buy a cooling tower for a facility in Almaty, Astana or another city? Submit a request, and we will select the right solution, calculate the cost and prepare a commercial offer. Cooling towers are available in Almaty and Astana, with equipment delivery throughout Kazakhstan.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ on cooling towers
Answers to common questions about selection, operation, and maintenance of cooling towers.
What is a cooling tower?
A cooling tower is equipment for cooling water or other coolant by transferring heat to the ambient air.
Where are cooling towers used?
In chiller cooling systems, at industrial enterprises, in data centers, energy sector, food and chemical industries.
How to select a cooling tower?
The selection is based on the heat load of the facility, water flow rate, required cooling temperature, climatic conditions, and specifics of the technological process.
What is the difference between an open and closed cooling tower?
In an open cooling tower, water contacts the air directly. In a closed cooling tower, the coolant circulates inside a heat exchanger and remains protected from contamination.
Can a cooling tower be used in winter?
Yes. For operation in the cold season, special control modes, anti-freeze protection systems, and winter kits are used.
How often is maintenance required?
It is recommended to carry out regular inspection, cleaning of heat exchange surfaces, checking of fans, pumps and the water treatment system.
Is there automatic control?
Modern cooling towers can be equipped with a system for automatic performance regulation, fan control and monitoring of operating parameters.
What are the delivery times?
The times depend on the type of equipment, capacity and configuration. For information on a specific project, contact Klimatrade specialists.
Ready to start?
Selection of a cooling tower for your project
Contact the specialists at Klimatrade for consultation and a technical-commercial proposal. We will help you choose the optimal solution for your tasks.