Chiller Purge Systems For Removing Non-Condensables
- reduce heat transfer efficiency
- increase system pressure
- increase compressor workload
- increase energy usage
- reduce cooling performance
- contribute to reliability problems
For facilities running large chillers, even small efficiency losses can translate into meaningful operating cost increases.
Who Uses RefTec Purge Systems
RefTec purge systems are commonly used by:
- Facility engineering teams
- Hospitals and healthcare campuses
- Universities and municipal buildings
- Industrial plants
- Chiller service contractors
- Mechanical contractors
How RefTec Purge Systems Improve Chiller Performance
RefTec purge systems are designed to:
- remove non-condensable gases efficiently
- support stable chiller operation
- reduce performance degradation
- improve system reliability
- support maintenance best practices
For many facilities, purge systems can pay for themselves by improving performance and reducing avoidable service issues.
Purge System Options
RefTec offers purge system solutions for different applications and chiller types, including:
- thermal purge systems
- high-speed purge systems
- purge systems designed for low-pressure chiller environments
RefTec can help determine the best purge solution based on:
- chiller type
- refrigerant type
- facility operating conditions
- service workflow requirements
Common Use Cases
- Improving chiller efficiency in older systems
- Supporting maintenance programs for critical cooling systems
- Reducing recurring performance complaints
- Supporting large facility energy optimization efforts
- Helping contractors deliver higher quality chiller service
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do purge systems work for all chillers?
Purge systems are most commonly used in applications where non-condensables are a known issue—often in low-pressure chiller environments.
Can a purge system reduce energy costs?
Yes. Removing non-condensables helps restore efficiency and can reduce operating costs, especially in large facilities.
Does RefTec provide configuration guidance?
Yes. RefTec can recommend purge system configurations based on your chiller environment and requirements.
Our Featured Purge Systems For Chillers
Enviropurge HP
Portable or permanent high speed purge unit. Custom purge system designed for large process chillers. Configurations available for in door or out of door location as well as aggressive environments such as chlorine processing plants.
Minipurge
Portable high speed purge unit. The only universal unit that services both high & low pressure refrigerants. Service on-line chillers or storage tanks.
Enviropurge
Reliable R11/R123/R113 Thermal Purge Unit. Safeguards against "false purges." More efficient than other thermal purge units.