Chilled Systems

Absorption Chillers

Our absorption chillers utilize a two-step evaporator and absorber cycle, improving energy efficiency, reliability, and lowering the total cost of ownership.

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As environmental and energy conservation goals continue to evolve, YORK® leads the way with innovative absorption chiller designs that maximize efficiency and sustainability that perfectly suit both industrial processes and commercial comfort cooling.

At Johnson Controls Arabia, our YORK® absorption chillers provide energy-efficient cooling by using heat rather than electricity as the primary energy source. This makes them ideal for facilities aiming to reduce electrical demand, lower carbon footprint, and utilize waste or renewable heat sources.

Key Benefits of YORK® Absorption Chillers

We have been at the forefront of progress and development in absorption chiller technology since 1960, serving global markets with reliable and efficient absorption chiller systems.

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Electricity Savings

Reduces dependence on the power grid by using heat energy as the primary input.

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Sustainable Operation

Uses water as the refrigerant, yielding zero ozone depletion and zero global warming potential. Ideal for facilities seeking to minimize environmental impact and carbon emissions.

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Quiet and Reliable

Fewer moving parts result in low noise, minimal vibration, and long service life.

With our decades of global experience, we deliver the ideal balance of efficiency, reliability, and longevity that suits a variety of industrial and commercial applications.

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Flexible Heat Sources

A wide range of driving heat sources; operates on steam, hot water, direct-fired gas, or waste heat that provide unmatched application diversity.

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Scalable Capacity

Handles significant cooling loads efficiently across large-scale applications. YORK® absorption chillers include the broadest product range, from small modular units to large-capacity systems.

Where Are Absorption Chillers Used?

YORK® absorption chillers and heat pumps offer one of the most advanced and diverse portfolios in the world—suitable for a wide range of applications and operational requirements. YORK® absorption chillers are trusted in:

  • Industrial plants with excess process heat
  • Hospitals using combined heat and power (CHP) systems
  • District cooling systems powered by steam or hot-water loops
  • Commercial buildings seeking reduced electrical demand charges
  • Renewable energy projects utilizing solar thermal or waste heat

Our YORK® Absorption Chiller Range

YHAU-C Single Effect Steam Absorption Chiller

YHAU-C Single Effect Steam Chiller

  • Operates efficiently at lower steam pressures, ideal for commercial and process cooling applications.
  • Two-step evaporator and absorber design
  • Steam (condensate) drain cooler
  • Water used as the refrigerant
YHAU-CG Direct Fired Chiller

YHAU-CG Direct Fired Chiller

  • Driven by natural gas or light oil energy sources for commercial and industrial process cooling.
  • Two-step evaporator and absorber design
  • Parallel flow cycle
  • Water used as the refrigerant
YHAU-CW Double Effect Steam Chiller

YHAU-CW Double Effect Steam Chiller

  • Typically driven by various steam pressures found in co-generation systems.
  • Two-step evaporator and absorber design
  • Parallel flow cycle
  • Water used as the refrigerant
YHAU-CXR Direct Fired Chiller/Heater

YHAU-CXR Direct Fired Chiller/Heater

  • Combines a space-saving design with indoor/outdoor installation flexibility.
  • Burner combustion technology enhances system efficiency
  • Compact footprint
  • Proven PLC-based control system
YHAU-CL/CH Hot Water Chiller

YHAU-CL/CH Hot Water Chiller

  • Operates on hot water as low as 158 °F (70 °C).
  • Two-step evaporator and absorber design
  • Flexible operating envelope for varying load conditions
  • Water used as the refrigerant

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Our solutions help organizations reduce energy costs, leverage waste heat, and align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals for energy efficiency and industrial innovation.

Contact us today to explore the right YORK® absorption chiller for your facility.

FAQs

Absorption chillers can significantly reduce electrical consumption, utilize waste or renewable heat, and operate quietly with minimal vibration and maintenance requirements.
Yes. While absorption chillers are often used for large industrial or district cooling projects, smaller-capacity units can also be applied where waste heat or renewable energy sources are available.
An absorption chiller is a cooling system that uses heat rather than electricity as its primary energy source. Unlike conventional chillers that rely on mechanical compressors, absorption chillers operate through a thermochemical process involving a refrigerant and an absorbent.
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