Types of Closed Circuit Cooling Towers 1. By Air/Water Flow Path & Construction 2. By Heat Rejection Method & Coil Design c) Fluid Coolers with Integral Freeze Protection
When to Choose Closed Circuit Cooling Tower When to Choose a Closed-Circuit Cooling Tower: A Decision Guide Choosing a Closed-Circuit Cooling Tower (CCT) is a strategic decision that prioritizes system protection, reliability, and lower lifecycle costs over minimal initial investment. Here are the key scenarios where a CCT is the clear...
CLOSED-CIRCUIT Cooling Tower Open Circuit Tower Closed Circuit Tower Cost Win on First Cost Win on Lifecycle Cost Protection Exposes the process fluid Protects the process fluid Operation Higher water/chemical use, higher pumping energy Lower water/chemical use, lower pumping energy Best For Non-critical cooling, budget-driven...
CLOSED-CIRCUIT Cooling Tower – Hybrid/Dry Cooler: The Third Option It’s worth noting a third common option that fits between these: Efficiency Spectrum:Open Tower (cools to wet-bulb temp) > Closed Circuit Tower (cools close to wet-bulb) > Dry Cooler (cools to dry-bulb temp).