Retrofit service for chiller plant improves efficiency and reduces costs

Trane offers retrofit services for chillers to optimise the performance and energy efficiency of plant, particularly equipment over 10 years old. These retrofit services can reduce annual operating costs by up to 20% — and more in some cases.

An in-depth analysis with Trane’s chiller-plant analyser is the first stage in the process. It takes into account weather date, chiller specification and performance characteristics to evaluate potential energy savings and carbon reduction. The effect and payback of specific retrofit improvements is then assessed.

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