by Maximus Chillers | Jun 1, 2019 | Chilled Water Systems
Flow Switch The chilled water system flow switch requires regular maintenance due to a to build up of contaminants on the sensor. Over time, slime accumulates giving false readings. The problem is relatively easy to sort out: a wipe with a cloth. Retrieving the Sensor...
by Maximus Chillers | May 23, 2019 | Chiller Technology
Chilled water system EEV service was being carried out because the mechanical parts had failed. This particular valve is prone to this fault. It is an OEM electronic expansion valve, so our technician found the voltage for the motor and found a similar part with the...
by Maximus Chillers | May 19, 2019 | Ammonia Handling
An industrial refrigeration oil visit was arranged because of a return issue. Several fans had been down on the air cooled system. This causes the system to unload so as to prevent a fault occurring. The lower mass flow rate of the refrigerant caused oil to migrate to...
by Maximus Chillers | Apr 1, 2019 | Water Chillers
Not often does a water chiller service of evaporator fault occur. The evaporator can freeze up and burst the tubes inside the shell. This fault involved the shell itself bursting. On close inspection- the shell was made out of thin steel- not the usual heavy rolled...
by Maximus Chillers | Mar 2, 2019 | Chiller Reconditioning
Choosing a chiller refurbishment company is cost effective because the main cost of a large chiller is mostly in the fixed plant. That is to say: the two main heat exchangers and the compressor. Therefore, this is the most environmentally friendly option as the carbon...
