Chillers

Performance testing of chillers - any capacity

Chillers represent a substantial capital investment and can be a main contributor to the operating costs in commercial buildings. These systems are the largest energy users, and it is critical to ensure their efficiency matches the project specific requirements before installing them on site.

YORK chiller under test at BSRIA: The thermal performance was tested at full and part load while maintaining a steady state conditions throughout the two-week testing

BSRIA has facilities and expertise to carry out:

thermal performance testing of any capacity chillers
full or part load testing under different conditons
measuring power consumption, cooling capacity, and other
in cooling and heating mode.

The chillers are tested under simulated real-life site conditions or as specified by a client:

in a BSRIA standard test facility
in a purpose built facility for large capacity chillers
on site witness testing
Air cooled up to 100kW
Water cooled up to 200kW
Large capacity chillers for specific project applications up to 1.2 MegaWatts

Where previously, the testing of large chillers was only available in the US, the test facility at BSRIA now offers manufacturers and clients to have the testing done in the UK enabling the whole project team to work together to achieve the objectives.

Case study: York chiller achieves test specification at BSRIA

For more information or to discuss your test needs, contact BSRIA on test@bsria.co.uk or +44 (0)1344 465664.