COOL-FIT™ ABS Accepts Refrigeration Challenge in Breweries
Brewery refrigeration systems set demanding requirements on piping systems. Not
only is the primary piping system vital to efficient running of the refrigeration
plant, but also the secondary refrigerant fluid system plays a critical role in
energy efficiency and low maintenance. Needless to say, choosing the correct piping
system is very important to achieving optimal performance. Often the same piping
material is used for the secondary as the primary refrigeration system. For example
in breweries, this often means that steel is used. However, using the same material
for high-pressure gases and a 45-60 psig (3–4 bar) fluid system does not necessarily
provide overall cost-effective installation or total cost of ownership.
The COOL-FIT™ ABS Plus Solution
Refrigeration and cooling system in COOL-FIT™ ABS Plus
(pre-insulated).
COOL-FIT™ ABS Plus is a complete pre-insulated plastic pipe system for secondary
cooling and refrigeration piping systems. The system is based on the tried and tested
ABS plastic system from GF Piping Systems, in use since 1986, now with the option
for pre-insulated pipe and fittings with outer jackets in either black or white.
The white version is ideal for hygenic environments such as breweries and food processing
plants while the black is suitable for outdoor applications as the PE is UV resistant.
COOL-FIT™ ABS is specifically designed to meet the requirements of Brewery and other
food Cooling/Refrigeration plants to cool the storage areas for ingredients and
also the storage tanks. Medium temperatures in the range of -4°C to -6°C may be
achieved using glycol or brine (salt) solutions.
Low Maintenance, Long Life
COOL-FIT™ ABS Plus pre-insulated Refrigeration Piping System.
The system is completely manufactured from high-grade ABS resins, totally corrosion
free, both externally and internally, thus reducing maintenance to an absolute minimum.
Over the years, traditional insulated systems often absorb water from the atmosphere,
negatively affecting the insulating values of the insulation, reducing efficiency
and increasing running costs. Water absorption can also cause ice build-up, causing
cracking. Water entrapped in enclosed areas also causes corrosion on metal pipes.
COOL-FIT™ ABS is water and vapor tight, with a plastic ABS carrier pipe thus guaranteeing
constant efficient performance. The smoothness of plastic pipes also inhibits the
build up of deposits from the fluid, preventing the reduction of flow in the pipe.
The pipe roughness factor for ABS is 0.007 (compared to steel 0.02, i.e. 6x smoother).
This improves the efficiency of the system in terms of reduced pressure loss, a
performance that remains constant over the years. GF Piping Systems COOL-FIT™ ABS
are designed for a life-span of 25 years.
COOL-FIT™ ABS System (without pre-insulated PUR jacket).
GF Piping Systems has a complete US distribution support network through Ryan Herco
Flow Solutions as well as world-wide infra-structure of local in-house technical
support staff with engineering capabilities. Re-engineering an existing plant or
designing a new system in COOL-FIT™ ABS originally planned in steel with mineral
wool or PUR foamed on-site as the insulation is not difficult. Visit our homepage
featuring on-line calculation tools as well product range information, jointing
and installation instructions at: www.cool-fit.georgfischer.com or call your local
RHFS Service Center at 1.800.848.1141 for more information.
COOL-FIT™ Complete ABS Plastic Construction
Designed and manufactured by GF Piping Systems, the system includes pipes, fittings,
metal transition fittings, manual & actuated valves and measurement and control
devices.
- Nominal 150 PSI rated (10 bar).
- ABS plastic pipe and fittings
- Solvent Cement Joining
- Hard Polyurethane Foam Insulation (PUR)
- 16.4 ft. (5 meter) lengths
- 25 year life span
COOL-FIT™ ABS offers a complete system including pipe & fittings, valves, controls,
metal transitions and pre-insulation.
Simple, Reliable Installation
No welding or specialist jointing equipment is required for a safe and reliable
installation of COOL-FIT™. The system uses the tried and tested solvent cementing
jointing technique. Low density plastics enables speedy easy handling on-site with
a simple cost effective hanging structure. The low weight and UV/weather resistant
outer jacket makes COOL-FIT™ particularly ideal for roof-top installations.
Suitable Liquids
- Water
- Iced Water
- Ice Slurries
- Salt Solutions
- Organic Salt Solutions
- Glycol Solutions
- Alcohol Solutions
Note: Not intended for use with refrigerants eg: R22, Ammonia, CO2, R407, etc.
Call your local RHFS Service Center at 1.800.848.1141 for more information. Ask
for COOL-FIT™ ABS Product Catalog #1241 or COOL-FIT™ ABS Technical Manul #GMST 5720/4E