"The second edition of this guide provides design guidance for cool thermal storage solutions. The guide compares different types of storage, particularly ice and chilled-water storage, and walks practitioners through every step in the design process from project initiation to commissioning and occupancy"--

A comprehensive reference to help you evaluate cool storage for specific applications; select the appropriate cool storage technology for a given application; and design successful cool storage systems. Introduces key engineering concepts and economics of cool storage with both chilled water and phase-change media, including cold air distribution. ASHRAE Research Project 592.

"The second edition of this guide provides design guidance for cool thermal storage solutions. The guide compares different types of storage, particularly ice and chilled-water storage, and walks practitioners through every step in the design process from project initiation to commissioning and occupancy"--

Solar cooling systems can be a cost-effective and environmentally attractive air-conditioning solution. The design of such systems, however, is complex. Research carried out under the aegis of the International Energy Agency's Solar Heating and Cooling Program has shown that there is a range of seemingly subtle design decisions that can impact significantly on the performance of solar cooling systems. In order to reduce the risk of errors in the design process, this guide provides detailed and very specific engineering design information. It focuses on case study examples of installed plants that have been monitored and evaluated over the last decade. For three successful plants the design process is described in detail and the rationale for each key design decision is explained. Numerical constraints are suggested for the sizing / selection parameters of key equipment items. Moreover, the application conditions under which the system selection is appropriate are discussed. By following The Guide for any of the three specific solar cooling systems, the designer can expect to reliably achieve a robust, energy-saving solution. This book is intended as a companion to the IEA Solar Cooling Handbook which provides a general overview of the various technologies as well as comprehensive advice to enable engineers to design their own solar cooling system from first principles.

A practical guide to SUSTAINABLE THERMAL STORAGE SYSTEMS Sustainable Thermal Storage Systems: Planning, Design, and Operations offers proven techniques for reducing energy costs, on-peak demand, capital costs, and pollution using thermal storage systems. Written by an expert in the field, this book discusses sustainability requirements, advantages and disadvantages of various systems, and the relationship among loads, equipment choices, and system selection. Real-world case studies examine chilled water thermal storage and ice thermal storage. Tips for operating a thermal storage plant to maximize investment are also provided in this valuable resource. Comprehensive coverage includes: Applicability and types of thermal storage systems Sensible thermal storage systems Latent thermal storage systems Heating storage systems Thermal storage system sizing Conducting a feasibility study Estimating energy use and analyzing costs Thermal storage design applications Thermal storage tank specifications Operating and control strategies Testing and commissioning requirements Sustainable operations

This handbook provides comprehensive guidance for designing ice and chilled-water storage systems for commercial buildings. It contains state-of-the-art information necessary to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of cool storage options and select, configure, and screen system alternatives.