HOPSCO ENERGY PRODUCTS, LLC Cooling Tower in Middle Point, Ohio, United States

HOPSCO ENERGY PRODUCTS, LLC is an operational cooling tower facility located at 111 South Main Street in Middle Point, Ohio, United States. The plant supports industrial cooling needs and is categorized under NAICS code 333415, which covers air-conditioning and warm air heating equipment and commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment manufacturing. As a cooling tower in the industrial sector, it plays a role in maintaining process temperatures for manufacturing operations. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks including ASHRAE 15 for refrigeration safety and the EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program governing refrigerant use. Cooling towers in the United States typically use water as a cooling medium, with efficiency measured by coefficient of performance (COP). The plant's location in Ohio places it within a region with a mix of industrial and agricultural activities, where cooling infrastructure is essential for year-round operations. Environmentally, cooling towers can have significant water consumption and may use refrigerants with global-warming potential. The facility's adherence to U.S. regulations helps mitigate these impacts. As part of the industrial cooling sector, HOPSCO ENERGY PRODUCTS, LLC contributes to the local economy and manufacturing supply chain in Middle Point and the broader Ohio region.

Cooling towers in the United States are subject to regulations on refrigerant use and water discharge. The facility likely uses water for evaporative cooling, which can lead to high water consumption and potential thermal pollution. Refrigerants used in associated equipment may have high global-warming potential, though U.S. regulations under the EPA's SNAP program aim to phase down high-GWP substances. The plant's location in Ohio, with its temperate climate, influences cooling efficiency and seasonal operational patterns.