by Brianna Crandall — February 2, 2015—Heating and cooling commercial buildings accounts for significant amounts of energy consumption and related costs, particularly with the extensive use of air-cooled scroll chillers, reminds Daikin Applied, manufacturer of technologically advanced commercial HVAC systems used worldwide and a member of the global Daikin Industries, Ltd.
To help customers reduce energy and associated costs, Daikin Applied has launched Trailblazer, a new family of customizable air-cooled scroll chillers that are said to provide unprecedented efficiencies and low cost of ownership. Trailblazer was designed to handle the demanding requirements of data centers and hospitals, and the line’s compact unit footprint makes it well-suited for retrofit projects.
The Trailblazer Air Cooled Scroll Chiller features reliable technology adopted from Daikin Applied’s popular AGZ chiller line, offering performance and features that promote low cost of ownership from installation throughout the course of its life cycle. Its factory-installed options and custom pump packages reportedly decrease engineering and design efforts, and speed up contractor installation times and commissioning.
Using new, all-aluminum microchannel heat exchanger technology, in conjunction with proven compressor equipment, Trailblazer is designed to require minimal maintenance, delivering on low operating costs and improving overall efficiency.
The new line not only meets but exceeds industry standards for various applications, claims Daikin Applied. In addition to surpassing ASHRAE 90.1 2013 and FEMP 2012 standards, Trailblazer qualifies for the USGBC’s LEED refrigerant management credit by using a minimal amount of R410A, which does not contribute to ozone depletion.
The chiller is available in sizes from 30-180 tons, with 190-240 ton capacities coming this winter.
