What is a chiller and why is it key to any HVAC or refrigeration system?

The chiller is the heart of many industrial, commercial and marine refrigeration and air conditioning systems . Without it, the functioning of buildings, production processes or air conditioning systems on ships would be unthinkable. In this article we will explain:

• What exactly is a chiller?
• How it works
• What types of chillers exist?
• Where is it used?
• How it is maintained and why it is critical