Drake Refrigeration, Inc. Cooling Tower - Bensalem, Pennsylvania

Drake Refrigeration, Inc. is a cooling tower facility located at 2900 Samuel Drive in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, within Bucks County. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS code 333415, which covers air-conditioning and warm air heating equipment and commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment manufacturing. As a cooling tower facility, it plays a role in heat rejection for refrigeration and HVAC systems. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks, including the Clean Air Act and the EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program, which governs the use of refrigerants. Cooling towers in the United States typically use water as a heat transfer medium, and their efficiency is measured by the coefficient of performance (COP). The plant's specific capacity is not detailed, but facilities in this sector often range from small commercial to large industrial scales. Environmental considerations for cooling towers include water consumption and potential for legionella growth. The facility's location in Pennsylvania places it within a region with a temperate climate, where cooling demand varies seasonally. Proper maintenance and water treatment are essential for operational efficiency and environmental compliance.

Cooling towers use evaporative cooling, which consumes water and can lead to drift losses. The environmental impact depends on water source sustainability and treatment chemicals. Refrigerant use in associated systems is regulated under the EPA's SNAP program to reduce high-global-warming-potential substances. In Pennsylvania, water withdrawal permits may be required, and discharge must comply with the Clean Water Act.