ROY E. HANSON JR MFG CO Cooling Tower - Los Angeles, California

ROY E. HANSON JR MFG CO is a cooling tower facility located at 1960 S Alameda in Los Angeles, California. Situated in Los Angeles County, this operational plant supports manufacturing activities classified under NAICS 333415 (Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing). The facility is part of the broader cooling infrastructure network serving the industrial hub of Southern California. As a cooling tower, the facility uses evaporative cooling to reject heat from industrial processes. In California, cooling towers must comply with state regulations on water efficiency and legionella control, as well as federal refrigerant management under the Clean Air Act. The facility contributes to the operational efficiency of its parent manufacturing plant by maintaining optimal process temperatures. In the context of Los Angeles' dense industrial landscape, cooling towers play a critical role in managing heat loads while balancing water consumption and energy use. The plant's location in an urban area underscores the importance of compliance with local environmental regulations.

Cooling towers in California face regulatory scrutiny regarding water consumption and refrigerant management. Evaporative cooling systems can consume significant water, which is a concern in drought-prone regions. Additionally, refrigerants used in associated chillers may have high global warming potential, subject to phase-down under the Kigali Amendment and state-level regulations. The facility's environmental impact depends on its specific technology and maintenance practices.