
LU-VE Shows Efficiency Advantage of Adiabatic CO2 Gas Cooler over Dry Unit
In a simulation, the Italian manufacturer’s adiabatic system reduced power consumption by 70%, boosting COP by 80%, compared to a dry gas cooler.
In a simulation, the Italian manufacturer’s adiabatic system reduced power consumption by 70%, boosting COP by 80%, compared to a dry gas cooler.
Zero-C system with Dorin compressors will provide refrigeration, air-conditioning and heating to facility with 60,000 product pallets.
The transaction became cost-effective when bundled with similar projects, says Therm’s CEO.
Comparison is made in San Diego, Kissimmee and Indianapolis.
The companies allow stores to respond to energy-demand events, ensuring critical operations remain unaffected.
The Italian OEM’s Extreme Temperature Efficiency technology is currently used in around 200 stores across Europe, with installations also in the Middle East and Australia.
The systems pack in one skid deliver grocery store refrigeration, 140°F domestic hot water, comfort heating and air-conditioning for the 13-story building.
Sprouts, Grocery Outlet and HelloFresh are among initial users of the new software.
In 2022, the multi-banner retailer completed more than 85 projects to transition stores to lower GWP refrigerants, says its ESG report.
The October 18 event – intended for engineers and sustainability professionals – will explore decarbonization, energy savings, thermal storage, multi-level controls, and funding and incentives programs.