PRODUCTS & SERVICES Products of the month Carrier launches ultra-low GWP chiller range for industrial applications New range is designed to minimise energy consumption while maximising performance B ack in March, the heating and cooling specialist Carrier introduced the AquaForce Vision 30KAV, a new line of compact, high-performance process cooling chillers equipped with ultra-low global warming potential refrigerant R-1234ze. Energy-efficient solutions support Carriers goal to reduce its customers carbon footprint by more than one gigaton before 2030. The 30KAV chiller is optimised for all applications requiring reliable cooling of up to -12C, including food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and metal industries. It is designed to minimise energy consumption while maximising performance and ease of installation and maintenance. Available in four sizes, with capacities ranging from 280kW to 1,300kW, the chiller has an ultra-low physical and carbon footprint thanks to its compact design, onboard variable speed drive and Novation micro-channel heat exchangers. For mission-critical applications such as process cooling and food manufacturing, the 30KAV includes an ultra-fast capacity recovery option, enabling immediate chiller restart following power restoration, with 100% capacity recovery within one minute, which minimises the risk of product damage from shutdown. All models in the range can also be equipped with a total heat-recovery option that allows more heat to be recovered during the winter, further increasing efficiency and reducing running costs. This option increases heat recovery by 25% at nominal load with 35C outside air temperature, and by 100% or more with low outside air temperature, compared with the traditional serial-only approach. The 30KAV has been designed to be quick and easy to install and maintain. Its compact dimensions give ready access in areas where space is tight, while its electrical system ensures compatibility with earthing requirements in different segments. The 30KAV has been designed and optimised for use in a wide range of process cooling applications, says William Doll, European marketing manager for chillers and heat exchangers at Carrier. It delivers high seasonal energy efficiency, a low environmental footprint, excellent reliability, safe operation, and a very low total cost of ownership over its lifetime. Visit www.carrier.com/commercial/ en/eu/products/air-conditioning/ air-cooled-chillers/30kavize Rinnai adds heat pumps to expanding H3 product list New carbon calculation service allows customers to identify most effective heating system R innai has expanded its range of low carbon, hydrogen-compatible heating and hot water products to include heat pumps, as well as introducing a carbon calculation service that allows customers to identify the heating system that suits their needs. The Monobloc line of heat pumps is available in an assortment of variants, ranging from 4kW to 110kW. Rinnais heat pumps are suitable for both domestic and large-scale commercial hot water applications. They use a cascaded system that enables multiple heat pumps to work in conjunction with one another, which means greater operational performance for large applications. The HPI models omit minimum acoustics via an installed ultra-low sound capability, making them suitable for any area with prohibitive sound legislation. Rinnais HPI range operates within compliance of all stringent sound standards, ensuring low-sound functionality. All Rinnai 82 May 2022 www.cibsejournal.com CIBSE May 22 pp82-84 Products.indd 82 heat pumps use R32 refrigerants, renowned for reducing electricity consumption by up to 10% and for holding a lower global warming potential (GWP). R32 has a GWP one-third lower than other refrigerants. Rinnais HPI heat pump range has an ERP rating of A+++ and can switch between settings of heating, hot water and cooling. Rinnais HPI heat pumps, hybrid formations, electrical formats and hydrogen gas-mix powered water heaters are part of the H3 range of products. All new models are designed to embolden decarbonisation, energy efficiency and reduce customer costs. Rinnais carbon calculation service considers design from a holistic perspective, taking into account capital expenditure, operational expenditure and carbon savings. The service will compare a customers current heating system to Rinnais product list of low-carbon, high-performance heating systems, allowing the customer to see the benefits for themselves. More information can be found on Rinnais website, on the Carbon Calculation service page. Rinnai is an international manufacturer of hot-water heaters and heating systems, and designs and produces more than two million units a year. It has an established reputation for high performance, robust cost-efficiency and extended product life-cycles. For more information on the Rinnai product range or on the carbon calculation service visit www.rinnaiuk.com. Tel: 020 7880 6245 Email: cibsedirectory@redactive.co.uk 22/04/2022 16:17