Enhancing Refrigeration System Performance: Key Resources for Commercial and Industrial Facilities
Achieving cost-effective and energy-efficient refrigeration systems for new constructions, expansions, remodels, and even existing systems requiring a tune-up can be significantly aided by specialized guidance. Two valuable resources, developed through the collaboration of ASHRAE and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), offer comprehensive insights into this domain.
Refrigeration Commissioning Guide for Commercial and Industrial Systems
This pioneering Refrigeration Commissioning Guide for Commercial and Industrial Systems provides essential direction for owners and managers of commercial and industrial facilities that rely on refrigeration. Its core purpose is to help ensure that project requirements are met and that owners’ expectations for their refrigeration systems are fully realized. For commercial facility owners and managers, this translates directly into enhanced profitability through reduced operating and service costs, as well as minimized product loss.
A common challenge is that deficiencies in system design, if discovered only at start-up, are often difficult and costly to rectify. This can lead to ongoing, unnecessary shortcomings and expenses for maintenance managers or operators throughout the facility’s lifespan. Commissioning actively helps project teams circumvent these “surprises” by establishing a structured, stepwise process that promotes “getting it right the first time.”
This Guide, a collaborative effort between ASHRAE and the U.S. Department of Energy, is available for free download in PDF format to promote building energy efficiency. Print copies can also be purchased directly from the ASHRAE Bookstore.
ASHRAE Guide for Sustainable Refrigerated Facilities and Refrigerated Systems
Refrigerated facilities form a critical link in the cold chain, playing an indispensable role in preserving food products from their point of production all the way to consumers. The ASHRAE Guide for Sustainable Refrigerated Facilities and Refrigeration Systems offers exhaustive coverage of refrigeration systems and associated structures, all geared towards ensuring the sustainability of these vital facilities.
This guidebook caters to a broad audience, covering fundamental concepts for individuals new to refrigeration and refrigerated facilities, while simultaneously presenting advanced design and control strategies for seasoned professionals involved in the planning, designing, and operation of such facilities.
The guide introduces practical methodologies for evaluating the sustainability of various design and operational decisions within specific contexts. It specifically focuses on providing the necessary tools to specify, design, build, and operate a truly sustainable refrigerated facility or refrigeration system.
Offering comprehensive insights into design considerations and best practices, this book spans the entire process from the selection of the latest refrigeration technologies to the commissioning of refrigerated facilities. It also delves into crucial aspects such as logistics, product handling, facility layout and location, heat load calculations, and the intricate design of refrigeration systems.
The main chapters of the book cover:
- An Introduction to Sustainable Refrigeration
- Reviews of the basics of refrigeration technology
- Refrigerated facility design and heat load calculation
- Design of the refrigeration system
- Control and control strategies
- Energy modeling and performance analysis
- Commissioning
As an added benefit, the book includes access to practical online tools. These tools assist with estimating heat load, calculating the coefficient of performance (COP), and analyzing engine room energy use. Furthermore, it provides a valuable refrigeration design scorecard.