Air Cooled Chillers

YORK YVAA Air Cooled Variable Speed Screw Chiller

The YORK YVAA chiller is a high-efficiency air-cooled variable speed screw chiller designed for strong energy performance, reliability, and flexible operation across demanding HVAC applications. With over 22,000 units installed globally, it is proven in commercial, industrial, and mission-critical environments.

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YORK YVAA Variable Speed Drive (VSD) Screw Chiller, manufactured by Johnson Controls Arabia

YVAA Screw Chiller

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Globally Proven YVAA Chiller Solutions

The YORK YVAA air cooled chiller delivers high performance even in extreme operating conditions. Its variable speed drive technology optimizes efficiency across both full and partial load operation.

This results in:

  • 15–25% annual energy savings
  • Up to 21.3 IPLV (EER) efficiency
  • Up to 0.25 kW/TR reduction when replacing older chillers

With a capacity range of 150–500 TR (524–1750 kW), the system supports a wide range of commercial and industrial applications. YORK engineers can tailor each YVAA chiller to specific project requirements.

Benefits

Lower Energy Consumption

Reduce annual energy costs by up to 50% using variable-speed technology that improves efficiency under both design and off-design conditions.

High Reliability

A robust compressor design with refrigerant cooling and thermal protection ensures stable long-term operation.

Flexible Design

The system can be configured for capacity, efficiency, sound levels, and footprint based on project needs.

Optimized Performance

Compact engineering and advanced controls deliver high efficiency in a reduced footprint.

Features

  • Patented YORK liquid-cooled variable-speed drive technology
  • Stepped VI (Volume Index) compressor optimization
  • Operating range from -10°F to 131°F
  • AHRI-certified performance testing
  • Capacity: 150–500 TR (524–1750 kW)
  • Reduced refrigerant compression energy usage
  • Hybrid falling film evaporator
  • Microchannel condenser coil technology
  • Optional Quick Start function

Tailored YVAA Chiller Applications

The YORK YVAA air cooled variable speed screw chiller is designed for flexibility across commercial, industrial, and critical applications such as data centers.

Its variable volume index (VI) technology ensures efficient compressor performance even at partial loads, while maintaining reliable operation in ambient conditions up to 131°F.

YVAA Chillers at Budapest One

Budapest One is a modern office complex in Hungary where 10 YORK YVAA chillers were installed with the OpenBlue platform to enhance energy efficiency and system performance.

Graph illustrates the quick-start and recovery capability of a YORK® YVAA air-cooled chiller following a power failure.

Quick Start Technology

Quick Start enables the YVAA chiller to restart in 34 seconds after a power outage, significantly reducing downtime compared to conventional chillers that require up to 10 minutes.

Open control cabinet of a YORK® YVAA Air-cooled Variable Speed Drive (VSD) Screw Chiller.

Variable Speed Drive Technology

The YORK YVAA variable speed drive system significantly reduces energy consumption, especially at partial load, delivering up to 50% annual energy savings.

Key advantages include:

  • Lower energy consumption through variable-speed control
  • Up to 16 dBA noise reduction during off-design operation
  • Reduced mechanical wear due to smooth operation
  • Low-maintenance system with glycol replacement every 5 years
The compressor and internal piping of a YORK® YVAA Air-Cooled Variable-Speed Drive (VSD) Screw Chiller

Proven Compressor Technology

The YVAA chiller uses patented variable volume index (VI) technology to optimize compressor performance based on real operating conditions.

Each compressor is tested in AHRI-certified facilities to ensure consistent efficiency, reliability, and long service life.

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FAQs

It uses a Variable Speed Drive (VSD) and patented Variable Volume Index (VI) technology. This allows the compressor to adjust its compression ratio in real-time, preventing energy waste from over-compression.
Yes, the YVAA is specifically engineered to perform continuously in harsh environments with ambient temperatures up to 52°C.
The YVAA uses an exclusive liquid-cooled VSD that is low-maintenance. The internal cooling glycol only needs to be replaced once every five years.
Johnson Controls Arabia operates the region's first AHRI-certified chiller performance testing lab in Jeddah, where units can be validated under real-world conditions before delivery.
4 time ISO Best Customer Service Award Winner Johnson Controls Arabia