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Closed Circuit

Cooling Towers
CONTENTS
1 Product Introduction

2 Why Closed Circuit Cooling Towers?

3 Why BAC?

4 Unique Features

6 FXV: Induced Draft Combined Flow


Closed Circuit Cooling Towers

8 FXV Dual Air Inlet: Induced Draft Combined


Flow Closed Circuit Cooling Towers

10 Series V: Forced Draft Counterflow


Closed Circuit Cooling Towers

12 HXV: Hybrid Closed Circuit Cooling Towers

14 Hybrid Modes of Operation

15 How will the HXV work for you?

16 Product Comparison Table


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SINGLE PIECE OF EQUIPMENT:


9 Compact design of a closed circuit cooling tower conserves space in a self-contained package, negating the need for a
separate cooling tower, heat exchanger, and pump arrangement.

MAINTENANCE IS SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED:


9 The closed loop keeps process fluids clean, reducing fouling.

LOWER WATER COSTS:


9 Lower volume of recirculating water reduces the need for expensive water treatment, and during periods of dry operation,
the need for make-up water is eliminated.

ENERGY SAVINGS:
9 Maintains the efficiency of the system with clean process fluid.
9 Operating in free cooling mode during the winter saves on energy consumption.

DRY OPERATION:
9 Operating dry conserves water and treatment chemicals, prevents icing, and eliminates plume.

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RELIABILITY AND PERFORMANCE


9 BAC is the only manufacturer to have closed circuit cooling towers
certified by the Cooling Technology Institute (CTI) with the following
process fluids:
s Water
s Ethylene glycol
s Propylene glycol
9 Closed circuit cooling towers meet or exceed the ASHRAE 90.1
energy efficiency requirements

9 Coils are welded to ASME B31.5 standards


9 ASME “U” stamp and stainless steel coils are available (optional)
9 Patented Advanced Coil Technology

IDEAL FOR CRITICAL PROJECTS


Patented Advanced Coil Technology
9 Independent fan motors provide one fan motor and drive assembly
for each fan, allowing independent operation and adding steps of fan
cycling and capacity control (optional)

9 BALTIGUARD™ Fan System provides two standard fan motors and


drive assemblies, allowing for reserve capacity of the standby motor
in the event of a failure (optional)

9 Redundant pumps provide a backup in the event of an unexpected


failure (optional)

9 Dry operation is possible for low heat loads

SEISMIC CERTIFICATION
9 Shake table testing is the most reliable method of proving operability
after a seismic event, mitigating risks from the unsafe assumptions
taken in calculations

9 Full-size units are tested by an independent test laboratory in


accordance with ICC-ES AC 156

9 Tests are conducted on tri-axial shake tables Conventional Coil Technology

9 Functional tests are conducted before and after shake table testing PRODUCT MANUAL: CLOSED CIRCUIT COOLING TOWERS 3
to verify operability
Unique Features
CLOSED CIRCUIT COOLING TOWERS
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Capacity
Range

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s Shake table tested up to a SDS of


2.40g at grade
s Easy to maintain with standard s Ideal for large tonnage applications
UNIQUE FEATURES

internal walkway
s Highest single cell capacity
s Patented Advanced Coil Technology
minimizes scaling and fouling s Patented Advanced Coil Technology
potential minimizes scaling and fouling
s Patented Combined Flow Technology potential
increases cooling capability
s Patented Combined Flow Technology
s Single point wiring for motors and increases cooling capability
vibration cut out switch
s Pre-assembled platform packages s Single fan per cell
s Low sound options available s Replacement for field erected units
s Independent fan operation on concrete basins
s Redundancy using the s Reliable year-round operation
BALTIGUARD™ Fan System
s Reliable year-round operation

* Nominal tons are 3 USGPM/ton of water at 95°F to 85°F at a 78°F EWB

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UNIQUE FEATURES
requirements
s Plume reduction capabilities
s Suitable for sound sensitive
s Suitable for sound sensitive
applications s Utilizes a combination of sensible,
applications
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s Motors, drives, and bearings are
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located in the dry, entering air stream
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s Reduces water consumption by up to
s Ideal for indoor and ducted
s Ideal for indoor and ducted 70% over conventional evaporative
installations
installations products
s Suited for dry operation
s Suited for dry operation s Suitable for high temperature
s Redundancy using the process fluids greater than 180º F
s Redundancy using the
BALTIGUARD™ Fan System
BALTIGUARD™ Fan System s Winter dry operation

s Single piece rigging

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LOW ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT Note: The TriArmor® Corrosion Protection
9 Energy Efficient System and EVERTOUGH™ Construction are two
s unique materials of construction available on the
Capacity is certified by the Cooling Technology Institute using water, ethylene glycol,
new FXV.
and propylene glycol
s All units meet or exceed ASHRAE Standard 90.1 energy efficiency requirements
s Advanced Coil Technology reduces evaporation directly off the coil and minimizes the
potential for scaling and fouling, maintaining capacity
s Closed loop cooling process further reduces fouling, maintaining process efficiency
s Premium efficient/inverter duty fan motors and high efficiency pumps are standard
s Independent fan operation (optional)
s Variety of coil configurations and HP options to minimize system energy use
9 Sound Reduction Options
s Standard fan is low sound and high efficiency
s For further reduced sound levels, Low Sound Fans, Whisper Quiet Fans, and sound
attenuation are available (optional)
s Particularly sound sensitive installations can be accommodated by facing the quiet
blank-off panel to the sound sensitive direction

RELIABLE YEAR-ROUND OPERATION


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s No minimum fan speed is required FXV with Intake Sound Attenuation


9 Cooling tower duty motors designed for hostile environments

LOW INSTALLATION COSTS


9 Reduced weight simplifies rigging and reduces support steel costs
9 Factory pre-assembled platforms allow quick in-field assembly (optional)
9 Modular design reduces assembly time
9 Fewer coil connections reduce piping costs
9 Single point wiring for the motors and vibration cut out switches eliminates running
internal wire and provides one accessible tie-in point (optional)
9 Designed to mount directly on existing steel support
Combined Inlet Shields
DURABLE CONSTRUCTION
9 Meets wind and seismic requirements of the 2009 International Building Code (IBC)
9 Seismically verified through dynamic shake table testing up to a S of 2.40g at grade
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9 Unique materials of construction options Water


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9 Crossflow configuration provides direct access for easy maintenance to the cold water Air In WATER

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9 Spray distribution system is easy to inspect while the unit is operating Inlet
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9 Hinged access doors and standard internal walkway provide easy access to the unit’s Fill Surface Spray Pump

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9 Combined inlet shields smooth airflow for optimal thermal performance and block
sunlight in locations susceptible to algae growth
9 Motor removal system facilitates motor replacement (optional)
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Note: The FXV Dual Air Inlet has the largest
single cell capacity in the industry with 624
nominal tons.

LOW ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT


9 Energy Efficient
s Capacity is certified by the Cooling Technology Institute using water, ethylene glycol,
and propylene glycol
s All units meet or exceed ASHRAE Standard 90.1 energy efficiency requirements
s Advanced Coil Technology reduces evaporation directly off the coil and minimizes
the potential for scaling and fouling, maintaining capacity
s Closed loop cooling further minimizes process fouling, maintaining process
efficiency
s Premium efficient/inverter duty fan motors
s BALTIGUARD™ Fan System provides redundancy and energy savings by providing a
pony motor (optional)
s Variety of coil configurations and HP options to minimize system energy use
9 Sound Reduction Options
Dual Air Inlet Models in an Enclosure
s Standard fan is low sound and high efficiency
s For further reduced sound levels, Low Sound Fans and sound attenuation are
available (optional)

RELIABLE YEAR-ROUND OPERATION


9 Separate air inlet louvers allow for easy visual inspection of the air-water interface
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s No gear oil heaters are needed
9 Cooling tower duty motors designed for hostile environments

LOW INSTALLATION COSTS


9 Reduced weight simplifies rigging and lowers support steel costs Stainless Steel Construction

9 Fewer coil connections reduce piping costs


9 Modular design reduces assembly time Air In Warm Air Out Air In

9 Basinless unit construction (optional) Water


Distribution
System

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EASY MAINTENANCE
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9 Crossflow configuration provides direct access for easy maintenance to the cold water Fluid In
WARM AIR WARM AIR
Fluid In

basin, spray distribution system, and drive system WARM AIR WARM AIR

WATER WATER

9 Spray distribution system is easy to inspect while the unit is operating


Air In Air In

9 Hinged access doors provide easy access to the unit’s cold water basin, drift
Cold Water Air Inlet Lovers
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Fill Surface

9 Spacious plenum provides easy access to the fan drive system


Principle of Operation
9 Patented hygienic cold water basin is sloped at the air inlets to eliminate stagnant
water and reduce biological growth

9 The fill surface is elevated above the sloped cold water basin to facilitate cleaning of
critical areas

PRODUCT MANUAL: CLOSED CIRCUIT COOLING TOWERS 9


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VF1 Installation

Multi-cell VFL Installation

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Note: Series V Closed Circuit Cooling Towers
are certified by the Cooling Technology
Institute using water, ethylene glycol, and
propylene glycol as the process fluid.

LOW ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT


9 Energy Efficient
s Capacity is certified by the Cooling Technology Institute using water, ethylene glycol,
and propylene glycol
s All units meet or exceed ASHRAE Standard 90.1 energy efficiency requirements
s Closed loop cooling further minimizes process fouling, maintaining process efficiency
s Premium efficient/inverter duty fan motors
s BALTIGUARD™ Fan System provides redundancy and energy savings by providing a
pony motor (optional)
9 Sound Reduction Options
s Centrifugal fans have inherently low sound characteristics External Motor Access
s Factory designed sound attenuation is available for both the air intake and discharge
s Particularly sound sensitive installations can be accommodated by facing the quiet
blank-off panel to the sound sensitive direction Drift Eliminators
Warm Air Out

Water Distribution System

FLEXIBLE INSTALLATION
9 Centrifugal fans can overcome the static pressure imposed by external ductwork, allowing Fluid In

the Series V to be installed indoors


9 Low profile VFL has the fan located adjacent to the basin and casing for use in height Fluid Out

sensitive installations
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Air In

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Fan Motor

Spray Pump

9 Well suited for operation during low ambient conditions and can operate dry
Principle of Operation VF1
9 Motors, drives, and bearings are located in the dry airstream, protecting them from
moisture, condensation, and icing

LOW INSTALLED COST


9 All models mount directly on two parallel I-beams Drift Eliminators
Warm Air Out

9 Modular design reduces assembly time (VFL models ship in one piece)
Optional Extended Surface
Water Distribution System

9 All models ship with motors and drives factory installed and aligned Fluid In

Air In

Fluid Out

Spray Pump

Principle of Operation VFL

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HXV Hybrid Towers
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Note: The HXV offers up to 70% water
savings compared to conventional closed
circuit cooling towers.

LOW ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT PRODUCT

LOW ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT


9 Energy Efficient
s Advanced Coil Technology reduces evaporation directly off the coil and minimizes the
potential for scaling and fouling, maintaining capacity
s Closed loop cooling process further reduces fouling, maintaining process efficiency
s Premium efficient/inverter duty fan motors
s Independent fan operation (optional)
s BALTIGUARD™ Fan System provides redundancy and energy savings by providing a
pony motor (optional)
9 Sound Reduction Options
s Standard fan is low sound and high efficiency Dry Finned Coil with Electrostatic Coating
s For further reduced sound levels sound attenuation is available (optional)
9 Significant water savings when run in dry mode

RELIABLE YEAR-ROUND OPERATION


9 Dry mode of operation can be used in extremely cold climates where freezing is a concern
9 BALTIDRIVE Power Train fan system
®

s No minimum fan speed is required


9 Cooling tower duty motors designed for hostile environments

EASY MAINTENANCE
9 Crossflow configuration provides direct access for easy maintenance to the cold water
basin, spray distribution system, and drive system Prime Surface Coil is Hot-dip Galvanized
After Fabrication
9 Hinged access doors and standard internal walkway provide easy access to the unit’s cold
water basin, drift eliminators, fan drive system, and heat transfer coil
9 Electrostatic coating on dry finned coils prevent corrosion without impeding performance
9 Drift eliminators are easily removed for access to the prime surface coil
9 Spray distribution system is easy to inspect while the unit is operating

High Efficiency Fan

PRODUCT MANUAL: CLOSED CIRCUIT COOLING TOWERS 13


HXV Hybrid Towers
MODES OF OPERATION

COMBINED WET/DRY MODE:


Water Distribution

9 This mode employs the use of both coils, the dry finned coil and the prime
System Warm Air Out
Fluid In Finned
Coil

surface coil. Water is sprayed over the prime surface coil, allowing evaporative Air In

cooling to occur, before falling over the fill, further cooling the spray water. Fluid Out

BENEFITS: Warm Air


Axial Fan

Prime

9 Provides the most capacity by employing the use of both coils. Water is saved Surface Coil

in this mode as the finned, dry coil, reduces the amount of heat that needs Air In

to be rejected in the prime surface coil. Flow through the wet coil can also be Warm Air

controlled and adjusted as ambient temperature and/or heat load drops.


Spray Pump Water Consumption
Sump Fill

Combined Dry/Wet Operation Mode

ADIABATIC MODE: Water Distribution


System

9 In this mode, the process fluid bypasses the prime surface coil, and instead
Warm Air Out
Fluid In Finned
Coil

only circulates through the dry finned coil. Recirculating water serves to Air In

saturate and adiabatically pre-cool the incoming outside air, resulting in Fluid Out

significantly lower air temperatures and greatly increasing the rate of sensible Axial Fan
Air
heat transfer.
Prime
Surface Coil

BENEFITS:
Air In

9 Provides a middle capacity range when outside temperatures will not allow for Air

dry cooling.
Spray Pump Water Consumption
Sump Fill

Adiabatic Mode

DRY MODE: Fluid In


Water Distribution
System Warm Air Out
Finned
Coil

9 In this mode, the spray water is turned off, saving pump energy, and the fluid Air In

to be cooled is circulated through both the finned and prime surface coils. Fluid Out

Both coils receive full flow, utilizing the maximum heat transfer surface area. Axial Fan
Air

BENEFITS: Prime
Surface Coil

9 No water consumption occurs in this mode and plume is completely Air In

eliminated. This is the best mode of operation during extremely cold weather. Air

Spray Pump Water Consumption


Sump Fill

Dry Mode

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How will the HXV
WORK for you?
HXV First Cost Benefits
Heat rejection equipment must be selected for the maximum heat load at summer
peak air temperatures. In most climates peak wet-bulb temperatures are significantly
lower than peak dry-bulb temperatures. Evaporative cooling equipment based on the
ambient air wet-bulb therefore has a greater temperature driving force, allowing the
use of lower system temperatures. This greater driving force also allows the use of less
heat transfer surface area. Since the HXV utilizes evaporative cooling during peak load
operation it inherently benefits from this advantage. Evaporatively cooled units such
as the HXV have a plan area and fan horsepower advantage over the typical air-cooled
arrangement, saving on support structures and electrical hook-ups. The HXV design
also avoids the corrosion and scaling that can be associated with spraying of standard
Dry-bulb/Wet-bulb Difference Versus Climate Zone
air-cooled equipment on design days for additional capacity. The lower process fluid
temperatures that can be achieved compared to air-cooled systems and the greatly
reduced fouling factors of closed loop cooling result in lower first cost of process
equipment such as chillers or refrigeration compressors. Lastly, the costs associated
with plume abatement are eliminated, as the design is inherently plume-free.

HXV Operating Cost Benefits


Due to its water saving concept and combined flow design, the HXV offers significant
operating cost benefits. Water consumption is minimized throughout the year. During
peak summer operation a large amount of heat load is already transferred by the
finned coil. As the ambient temperature and/or heat load drops, the amount of Closed Circuit Cooling Systems offer the
evaporative heat transfer is further reduced by controlling the flow through the wet Lowest Fluid Temperatures
coil. This reduces the evaporation loss and blow-down as well as water treatment
requirements compared to conventional evaporative cooling equipment. In the
adiabatic mode only a small amount of water is needed to saturate the air and the
amount of blow-down is reduced even further. Finally in the dry mode no water is
used at all (while saving the energy associated with running the spray pump). With
HXV hybrid units, water savings up to 70% as compared to traditional closed circuit
systems is possible. Depending on local water costs and availability, this advantage
alone can pay for the equipment in as little as two years through cost savings in
water use, water treatment chemicals, and higher system efficiencies. In addition,
fouling potential associated with open circuit cooling towers is eliminated through Typical Annual Distribution of Ambient Temperature
both the closed loop cooling system and the Combined Flow Technology design of the with the Three Operating Modes
HXV, assuring peak efficiency and energy savings over time. Finally, the induced draft
propeller fan design results in low fan energy requirements compared to centrifugal
fan units.

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Comparison Table
I T E M S S H A D E D I N B L U E A R E B A C E X C L U S I V E F E AT U R E S A N D O P T I O N S
Standard Features FXV FXV Dual VF1 VFL HXV
Axial Fan s s s
Centrifugal Fan[1] s s
Large Plenum Area for Access s s s
Nominal Tons 29-424 344-624 4.1-543 3.9-108 160 - 305
Serpentine Coil (HDGAF) s s s s s
Shake Table Tested for IBC Compliance 2.4g
Premium Efficient/Inverter Duty Fan Motors s s s s s
CTI Standard 201 s s s s
ASHRAE 90.1 compliant s s s s

Construction Options
Welded Type 304 Stainless Steel Cold Water Basin[2] s s s
TriArmor® Corrosion Protection System s
Thermosetting Hybrid Polymer s s s s
EVERTOUGH™ Construction s
Stainless Steel Construction s s s s s

Coil Options
Cleanable Header Coil s s s
Straight Through Cleanable Coil s s
Stainless Steel Coils s s s s s
ASME "U" Stamp Coils s s s s
Extended Surface Coil s s s

Drive System
BALTIDRIVE® Power Train s s s
Gear Drive s
BALTIGUARD™ Fan System s s s s s
Independent Fan Operation s s

Other Options and Accessories


Low Sound Fan s s s
Whisper Quiet Fan s
Sound Attenuation s s s s s
Handrails with Ladder[3] s s
External Access Platform with Ladder[3] s s s s
Internal Ladder s s s
Internal Access Platform s s s
Basinless Unit Construction s
Motor Removal System s s
Single Point Wiring (Fan Motors and Vibration Cut Out Switch) s
Redundant Pumps s s s
Internal Walkway Standard s Standard
Top Combined Inlet Shields s
Note 1: Centrifugal fan units can overcome ESP imposed by ductwork or other restrictions. A larger fan motor may be required. Contact your local BAC Representative with any questions.

Note 2: Seams between the panels inside the cold water basin are welded for FXV and FXV Dual Air Inlet. The basin is leak tested and welded seams are provided with a five year leak-proof warranty.

Note 3: Safety cages available on ladders when required by local safety standards.

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