Overview
Carrier Corp Carlyle Compressor Div operates a cooling tower in De Witt, New York. The facility supports HVAC manufacturing under NAICS 333415.
Carrier Corp Carlyle Compressor Div is a cooling tower facility located at 6500 Chrysler Dr, De Witt, Onondaga County, New York. The plant is operational and serves the air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment manufacturing sector, classified under NAICS 333415. As part of Carrier Global Corporation, this facility plays a role in producing compressors and related components for HVAC systems. The cooling tower at this site is likely used for process cooling or HVAC systems within the manufacturing plant. In the United States, cooling towers are regulated under ASHRAE 15 for refrigeration safety and must comply with EPA refrigerant management rules. The facility's location in New York subjects it to state-level environmental regulations, including water discharge permits for cooling tower blowdown. Cooling towers are critical for industrial heat rejection, but their environmental impact includes water consumption and potential for legionella growth. The Carrier facility's integration with compressor manufacturing highlights its role in the broader HVAC supply chain. Operational efficiency and refrigerant management are key considerations for such facilities.
Environmental context
Cooling towers consume significant water for evaporative cooling, which can strain local water resources. In New York, water withdrawal and discharge are regulated to protect aquatic ecosystems. Refrigerant leaks from associated equipment can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, making compliance with EPA's Section 608 and the Kigali Amendment important for reducing global-warming potential.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 6500 Chrysler Dr, De Witt, Onondaga County, New York 13214, United States.
This cooling tower supports the manufacturing of compressors and HVAC components at Carrier Corp Carlyle Compressor Div, providing process cooling or HVAC system heat rejection.
Cooling towers in New York must comply with ASHRAE 15 for safety, EPA refrigerant management rules, and state water discharge permits. The facility may also need to follow local legionella control guidelines.
The Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol phases down high-GWP refrigerants. This facility may need to transition to lower-GWP alternatives in its cooling systems and compressors.
Cooling towers consume water and can cause thermal pollution. They also pose risks of legionella and refrigerant leaks. Proper maintenance and compliance with regulations minimize these impacts.
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