HVAC Water Chillers and Cooling Towers: Fundamentals, Application, and Operation, 2nd Edition by Herbert W. Stanford III (ISBN 9781138071711)

HVAC Water Chillers and Cooling Towers, 2nd Edition by Herbert W. Stanford III delivers a complete, engineering-level reference for the design, operation, and maintenance of water-based cooling systems. Published by CRC Press | Taylor & Francis, this updated edition remains an essential technical handbook for HVAC engineers, plant operators, and building service professionals.

Product Details

• Title: HVAC Water Chillers and Cooling Towers: Fundamentals, Application, and Operation
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Author: Herbert W. Stanford III
• Publisher: CRC Press / Taylor & Francis Group
• ISBN-13: 9781138071711
• Format: Hardcover / Textbook
• Pages: 384 +
• Price: $44.99
• Availability: In Stock | Free Worldwide Shipping

This authoritative reference explores the theory, components, and performance optimization of chilled-water and condenser-water systems. It connects fundamental thermodynamics with real-world operation and energy-efficiency strategies, supporting both new system design and retrofit projects.

Key Features of the 2nd Edition

• Updated Design Principles: Modern system configurations, variable-speed drives, and controls integration.
• Energy Optimization: Practical methods for efficiency improvement and lifecycle cost reduction.
• Component Focus: In-depth treatment of compressors, condensers, evaporators, and tower designs.
• Maintenance Guidance: Preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and water-treatment protocols.
• Environmental Considerations: Guidance on refrigerants, heat-recovery, and green-building compliance.
• Case Studies and Charts: Performance curves, psychrometric data, and field examples for design engineers.

Table of Contents Highlights

1. Principles of Heat Transfer and Refrigeration Cycles
2. Water Chiller Design and Selection
3. Cooling Tower Fundamentals and Performance
4. Pumps, Piping, and Controls in Chilled Water Systems
5. Energy Efficiency and System Optimization
6. Maintenance, Inspection, and Troubleshooting
7. Environmental and Regulatory Compliance

Who Should Use This Book?

• HVAC and mechanical engineers
• Facility and energy managers
• Building services technicians and contractors
• Students in mechanical and energy engineering programs

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FAQs

Does this edition include modern energy-saving techniques?

Yes — covers variable-speed drives, heat-recovery, and green HVAC applications.

Is it suitable for practical field reference?

Absolutely — includes tables, charts, and maintenance checklists for on-site use.

Does it explain troubleshooting for cooling towers?

Yes — dedicated chapters on diagnosing performance loss and water-quality issues.

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HVAC Water Chillers and Cooling Towers: Fundamentals, Application, and Operation, 2nd Edition by Herbert W. Stanford III is the essential technical reference for engineers and facility professionals working with chilled-water systems. Order now from BooksGoat for just $44.99. Free worldwide shipping included.