Cross Flow Cooling Tower Components & Their Roles
| Component | Function |
| Hot Water Distribution Basins | Hold water at top; gravity distribution via metering orifices. |
| Louvers | Side openings that guide air into the fill, prevent water splash-out. |
| Fill/Packing | Creates large surface area for air-water contact (usually PVC splash bars or film fill). |
| Cold Water Basin | Collects cooled water at the bottom for recirculation. |
| Induced Draft Fan(s) | Mounted at top, pulls air horizontally through the fill and discharges it upward. |
| Drift Eliminators | Capture water droplets from exhaust air to reduce water loss. |
| Make-up Water Line | Replenishes water lost by evaporation, drift, and blowdown. |