FAQ’s
- Can I still access my compressors?
- Yes, simply remove the media and step through the PreCooler housing.
- Will CFM pressure drop be a problem by adding PreCoolers?
- Pressure drop in CFM would be negligible and performance increase more than compensates.
- Does any water carry-over to my condenser unit or cooling coils?
- No, all water is kept inside the PreCooler, only cool, humidified air passes through the condenser.
- How often does the cooling media need to be changed?
- The high-efficiency cooling media used in the PreCoolers is designed to provide typical optimal cooling performance for 4 - 5 seasons
- Will PreCoolers add humidity to the conditioned spaces inside my building?
- No, PreCoolers strictly cool the condenser and it’s components, not the interior of the building.
- How long will a PreCooler unit last?
- The PreCoolers are built to last as long as the HVAC condenser does
Common Myths
Evaporative Cooling wastes water.
The National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) reports that U.S. electricity production consumes over 20 gallons of water per kWh created. By reducing electricity demand and consumption, Evaporative Cooling may actually SAVE water on a global scale!
Evaporative coolers are difficult to maintain.
While the cooling media must be cleaned periodically, bleed-off systems, automated dump-cycles, and media pre-filters simplify PreCooler maintenance.
Evaporative Cooling won’t work in humid climates.
While cooling capacity is not as dramatic in humid climates, PreCoolers still drop ambient temperatures enough to justify their use in humid areas - especially in areas with high energy rates.
Evaporative PreCoolers don’t last very long.
Evaporative PreCoolers of the past were cheap and not built properly. The Evaporative PreCoolers of today are built to last as long, if not longer, than the AC systems they cool
High Performance Building:
Constructing A Sustainable Future With Smarter Buildings
High Performance Building
A building that integrates and optimizes all major building attributes, including energy efficiency, durability, life-cycle performance, and occupant productivity in the planning, design, construction, and operation of the building.
The act or process of designing, planning, and/or constructing a high performance building.
When it comes to modern architecture, construction, and building operation, we are in the midst of an “innovation revolution” known as High Performance Building that is leading us forward into the 21st century.
By focusing on how buildings are designed, built, and utilized we are creating smarter buildings, more efficient cities, and a sustainable future for everyone.
See how Evaporative PreCoolers play a role in High Performance Buildings of the future
LEED Certification Points:
The “Green Energy” of High Performance Building
Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design, a “Green Building Rating System” better know as LEED is the one of the driving forces behind High Performance Building. Created by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in 1997, LEED has revolutionized the way modern buildings are conceptualized, designed, built, and operated.
New and pre-existing buildings can attain ratings of: Certified, Silver, Gold, or Platinum based on how many certification points they receive, and certification points are awarded when the building meets certain pre-determined criteria focused on environmental impact.
Some benefits of LEED Certification include, tax rebates and exemptions, priority or expedited permitting, reduced fees, free or reduced cost technical assistance and better access to low-interest loans and grants.
Due to the energy-saving attributes of Evaporative Cooling, PreCoolers can help you gain LEED Certification Points and attain the LEED Certification that you are seeking
Demand Side Management (DSM)
Power plants have a finite amount of electricity that they can generate at any given time, thus keeping demand under control is of paramount importance.
Power companies want to reduce energy usage during high demand times, hence DSM Programs have come into existence. These programs vary by region but nearly all power suppliers have some form of DSM or Rebate Program.
HVAC systems account for most Peak Load problems for 2 reasons:
- Everyone operates their air conditioner in the heat of the day
- Excessive heat negatively affects HVAC condensers and causes HVAC systems to run inefficiently thus increasing power demand
Evaporative PreCoolers solve both problems because not only do they lower HVAC energy demand, PreCoolers actually reach their highest performance during the hottest part of the day