What are heat pump chillers?
Heat pump chillers are advanced cooling systems that utilise the principles of heat pump technology to provide efficient and environmentally friendly cooling in industrial and commercial applications. While they share similarities with standard chillers, there are key differences that set them apart.
Heat pump chillers, also known as water source heat pumps or geothermal heat pumps, are designed to both cool and heat spaces. They achieve this by utilising a refrigeration cycle that extracts heat from the building’s interior and transfers it outside for cooling purposes, while also having the capability to reverse the process to provide heating when needed. This dual functionality makes heat pump chillers versatile solutions for year-round temperature control.
Another distinguishing feature is their efficiency. Heat pump chillers are known for their high energy efficiency, as they can provide more heating or cooling capacity than the electricity they consume. This efficiency is due to the utilisation of heat exchange methods and the ability to harness renewable energy. Standard chillers may not achieve the same level of efficiency and energy savings as heat pump chillers.

