Industrial chillers

Glycol Chillers & Brine Chillers

High-efficiency low-temperature glycol and brine chillers designed for sub-zero process cooling, industrial refrigeration, and temperature-critical applications requiring reliable operation from -40°C to 0°C.

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Glycol Chiller & Brine Chiller Manufacturer in India

Airtech Cooling Process Pvt. Ltd. manufactures advanced glycol chillers and brine chillers engineered specifically for low-temperature industrial applications. These systems are designed for industries that require cooling below the freezing point of water, making them ideal for food processing, breweries, dairies, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, cold storage facilities, and industrial process cooling operations. Airtech's low-temperature chillers are available in both air-cooled and water-cooled configurations and utilize glycol or brine as a secondary refrigerant for safe, efficient, and reliable cooling.

Unlike conventional water chillers, glycol and brine chillers allow process temperatures to operate below 0°C without freezing the circulating fluid. This makes them the preferred solution for sub-zero cooling applications where precise temperature control and continuous operation are critical. Industry-wide, glycol and brine systems are widely used for applications ranging from food processing and breweries to pharmaceutical manufacturing and chemical reactor cooling.

Glycol Chiller & Brine Chiller

What is a Glycol Chiller?

A glycol chiller is a refrigeration system that uses a mixture of glycol and water as a secondary heat transfer fluid. Glycol lowers the freezing point of water, allowing the cooling medium to operate at temperatures well below 0°C without freezing. Glycol solutions are particularly common in food processing, breweries, dairy plants, and pharmaceutical applications where contamination concerns require safe cooling fluids.

Common Glycol Types

  • Ethylene Glycol (MEG)
  • Propylene Glycol (PG)
  • Food Grade Glycol Solutions
  • Industrial Glycol Mixtures

What is a Brine Chiller?

A brine chiller uses a salt-water solution (brine) as the secondary refrigerant. Salts such as calcium chloride or sodium chloride are mixed with water to achieve low freezing points and enable sub-zero cooling performance. Brine chillers are commonly used in chemical processing, industrial refrigeration, ice plants, seafood processing, and low-temperature manufacturing operations.

Why Choose Glycol or Brine Chillers?

Many industrial processes require temperatures below freezing, where standard chilled water systems become ineffective. Glycol and brine chillers provide reliable sub-zero cooling for the most demanding industrial environments.

Key Benefits

  • Sub-zero cooling capability
  • Temperature range from -40°C to 0°C
  • Continuous low-temperature operation
  • Protection against fluid freezing
  • Improved process stability
  • High energy efficiency
  • Precise temperature control
  • Suitable for industrial refrigeration
  • Available in air-cooled and water-cooled designs
  • Reliable operation in harsh industrial environments
  • Ideal for food, dairy, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries
  • Customized configurations available

Airtech glycol and brine chillers are specifically engineered to deliver reliable cooling performance in demanding industrial applications.

Key Features & Advantages

Engineered for low-temperature industrial applications with advanced compressor technology, customized heat exchangers, and intelligent controls for reliable sub-zero performance.

  • 01

    Low Temperature Operation

    Designed for industrial applications requiring temperatures from -40°C to 0°C, making them suitable for freezing, chilling, and process cooling operations.

  • 02

    Wide Capacity Range

    Available from 2 TR to 250 TR, allowing solutions for small process cooling systems as well as large industrial refrigeration plants.

  • 03

    Air-Cooled & Water-Cooled Options

    Customers can choose between air-cooled and water-cooled configurations depending on site conditions and efficiency requirements.

  • 04

    Advanced Compressor Technology

    Reliable compressors featuring proven European and American compression technologies ensure long service life and dependable operation.

  • 05

    Special Heat Exchanger Design

    Custom-designed heat exchangers optimize heat transfer efficiency under low-temperature operating conditions.

  • 06

    DX & Flooded Evaporator Options

    Available with both Direct Expansion (DX) and Flooded Evaporator designs manufactured according to ASME standards.

  • 07

    Energy-Efficient Operation

    Optional Electronic Expansion Valves (EXV) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) improve seasonal efficiency and reduce energy consumption.

  • 08

    Integrated Buffer Tank Option

    Built-in buffer tank configurations provide improved system stability and temperature consistency for demanding process applications.

  • 09

    Intelligent Control System

    Microcontroller-based control systems enable precise temperature regulation, fault diagnostics, and automated operation with minimal operator intervention.

Technical Specifications

Engineered for continuous-duty low-temperature industrial cooling with premium components and rigorous performance benchmarks.

Parameter Details
Product TypeGlycol Chiller / Brine Chiller
Cooling Capacity2 TR – 250 TR
Temperature Range-40°C to 0°C
RefrigerantsR-717, R-404A, R-134A
Condenser TypeAir-Cooled / Water-Cooled
Evaporator TypeDX / Flooded
Control SystemMicrocontroller Based
Capacity ControlEXV & VFD Available
Secondary FluidGlycol / Brine Solution
InstallationIndoor / Outdoor
OperationFully Automatic
StandardsISO 9001:2015 Manufacturing

Specifications may vary according to project requirements.

Glycol Brine Chiller Configurations

Available Configurations

Airtech manufactures customized glycol and brine chillers in multiple configurations to suit diverse industrial cooling requirements and site conditions.

Configuration Best Suited For
Air-Cooled Glycol ChillerSimple installation, lower maintenance
Water-Cooled Glycol ChillerHigher efficiency, large-capacity applications
Air-Cooled Brine ChillerIndustrial process cooling
Water-Cooled Brine ChillerContinuous low-temperature operations
Skid Mounted Glycol ChillerFactory-assembled turnkey cooling package
Low Temperature Refrigeration PackageSpecialized industrial processes

For specific capacity requirements and configuration advice, contact our engineering team.

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How Glycol & Brine Chillers Work

Glycol and brine chillers operate using the vapor-compression refrigeration cycle combined with a secondary heat transfer fluid to achieve reliable sub-zero process cooling.

01

Refrigeration Cycle

The refrigeration system cools the glycol or brine solution inside the evaporator using vapor-compression refrigeration technology.

02

Heat Transfer Fluid Circulation

The chilled glycol or brine is circulated through process equipment, tanks, and reactors using circulation pumps.

03

Process Heat Absorption

The fluid absorbs heat from production processes, storage systems, fermentation tanks, or chemical reactors.

04

Return Flow

The warmed glycol or brine fluid returns from the process equipment back to the chiller unit.

05

Re-Cooling

The refrigeration system removes absorbed heat and restores the fluid to the desired low temperature setpoint.

06

Continuous Operation

The cycle repeats continuously, maintaining stable low-temperature conditions for uninterrupted production performance.

Glycol solutions are especially effective because they lower the freezing point of water and provide reliable heat transfer while protecting systems from freezing damage.

Applications & Industries Served

Airtech glycol and brine chillers are designed for a wide variety of sub-zero industrial and commercial cooling applications across multiple sectors.

Applications of Glycol Chillers

Dairy & Milk Cooling Systems

Breweries & Fermentation Cooling

Food Processing Facilities

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Beverage Processing

HVAC & Thermal Storage

Applications of Brine Chillers

Chemical Industry & Reactor Cooling

Seafood & Marine Refrigeration

Ice Plants & Block Ice Production

Cold Storage & Cold Rooms

Industrial Refrigeration Plants

Bulk Drug & Pharmaceutical Production

These chillers provide stable sub-zero temperature control, helping improve product quality, extend equipment life, and maintain uninterrupted production operations.

Need a Customized Low-Temperature Chilling Solution?

Our engineering team will design a glycol or brine chiller perfectly matched to your cooling load, operating temperature, and industry requirements.

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Glycol Chiller vs Brine Chiller

Choose the right low-temperature chilling solution based on your industry requirements, fluid safety standards, and operating conditions.

Feature Glycol Chiller Brine Chiller
Secondary FluidGlycol-Water MixtureSalt-Water Solution
Food Industry SuitabilityExcellentModerate
Pharmaceutical ApplicationsExcellentGood
Corrosion RiskLowerHigher
Freezing ProtectionExcellentExcellent
Low Temperature PerformanceExcellentExcellent
Maintenance RequirementsModerateModerate
Chemical Industry ApplicationsGoodExcellent
Food SafetyPreferredLimited

Which One Should You Choose?

Glycol chillers are generally preferred for food processing, dairy, beverage, brewery, and pharmaceutical industries where fluid safety and contamination control are priorities. Brine chillers are often selected for chemical plants, industrial refrigeration, seafood processing, and heavy-duty cooling applications where maximum low-temperature performance is the primary requirement.

Not sure which chiller is right for your process? Our team will recommend the most suitable configuration based on your industry, operating temperature, and process fluid requirements.

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Why Choose Airtech?

Airtech Cooling Process Pvt. Ltd. is one of India's trusted industrial cooling and refrigeration solution providers, serving industries across India and international markets. Every system is engineered for reliable low-temperature performance and long-term operational value.

32+ Years

Industrial Cooling Expertise

25+ Countries

Global Export Presence

ISO Certified

9001:2015 & 14001:2015

Proven Installs

Across Multiple Industries

What Sets Us Apart

32+ Years of Expertise

Decades of hands-on experience in designing, manufacturing, and supporting industrial cooling and refrigeration systems across diverse sectors and operating environments.

Certified Quality

ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified processes and CE-compliant products engineered to international manufacturing standards.

In-House Design & Manufacturing

Complete in-house design, fabrication, and testing capabilities at our manufacturing facility in Faridabad, Haryana, India.

Customized Chiller Solutions

Every glycol or brine chiller is configured around your process cooling load, operating temperature, refrigerant preference, and industry-specific requirements.

Export Presence Across 25+ Countries

Trusted exports across 25+ countries with proven refrigeration performance in diverse industrial environments and challenging climates.

Responsive Technical Support

Dedicated technical team providing installation guidance, commissioning support, and lifetime after-sales service across pan India.

Trusted by NTPC, Dabur, Unilever, Mother Dairy, Mitsubishi, Wipro, Bata and other leading organizations.

Glycol & Brine Chiller Price

The price of a glycol or brine chiller depends on several technical and operational factors, including:

Cooling Capacity (TR)

Operating Temperature

Glycol or Brine Type

Air-Cooled or Water-Cooled Design

Refrigerant Selection

Heat Exchanger Requirements

Control System Features

Pumping Requirements

Industry Compliance Standards

Because low-temperature applications are highly specialized, Airtech provides customized quotations based on actual process conditions rather than publishing standard prices.

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Our engineering team can recommend the ideal glycol or brine chilling solution based on your cooling load, operating temperature, and industry requirements.

Manufacturing Facility

Faridabad, Haryana, India

Service Coverage

Pan India & 25+ Export Countries

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Tell us about your cooling load, operating temperature, secondary fluid preference, and site conditions — our engineers will design a glycol or brine chiller perfectly matched to your application.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a glycol chiller?

A glycol chiller is a low-temperature refrigeration system that uses a glycol-water mixture as a secondary refrigerant to achieve temperatures below the freezing point of water.

What is a brine chiller?

A brine chiller uses a salt-water solution as the secondary cooling medium for sub-zero refrigeration applications.

What temperature range can glycol and brine chillers achieve?

Airtech glycol and brine chillers operate from -40°C to 0°C.

Which industries use glycol chillers?

Dairy, breweries, food processing, pharmaceuticals, HVAC, and beverage industries commonly use glycol chillers.

Which industries use brine chillers?

Chemical plants, seafood processing, ice plants, cold storage facilities, and industrial refrigeration systems frequently use brine chillers.

What is the capacity range available?

Airtech glycol and brine chillers are available from 2 TR to 250 TR.

Are air-cooled and water-cooled models available?

Yes. Airtech manufactures both air-cooled and water-cooled glycol and brine chilling systems.

What refrigerants are used?

Available refrigerants include R-717, R-404A, and R-134A depending on the application requirements.

Can Airtech provide customized low-temperature chillers?

Yes. Every system can be customized based on cooling capacity, temperature range, refrigerant, and industry-specific process requirements.

Why choose Airtech glycol chillers and brine chillers?

Airtech combines decades of refrigeration expertise, customized engineering, ISO-certified manufacturing, and advanced low-temperature cooling technology to deliver reliable industrial refrigeration solutions.