Air Coolers (Dry Coolers)

Discover MITA's air cooling systems (Dry Coolers), the ideal solution for plants that require temperatures close to the outside air in contexts of water scarcity. We offer a series of "table-shape" air coolers for small/medium plants, and "V-shape" coolers for medium or large plants in United Kingdom, European Union and Americas. Contact us for your HVAC, data center, or industrial application.

1. Overcoming Your Industrial & HVAC/R Cooling Challenges

Are you a Production Manager, in Italy or worldwide, aiming for uninterrupted operations? Or a Technical Consultant designing HVAC or industrial process cooling systems? You likely face some challenges.

  • Rising resource costs: inefficient cooling systems inflate operational expenses.

  • Water scarcity or complexity in treating it: concerns about availability and treatment costs in some installation areas make wet cooling less feasible.

  • Reliability and maintenance: plant downtimes are costly, so you need robust, low-maintenance, and long-lasting solutions.

  • Stringent environmental regulations: compliance with water use and discharge limits in certain areas is essential.

MITA Cooling Technologies understands these challenges deeply. Our range of dry coolers is designed to offer effective and low-energy cooling solutions. We don’t just sell cooling units: we partner with you to select and implement the best system design for your business.

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2. What is a Dry Cooler and How Does it Work?

Dry coolers, also known as air coolers or dry cooling systems, are an effective solution for heat dissipation. Their main feature is the exclusive use of ambient air as the cooling medium. The closed-circuit design protects process fluids from external contamination, safeguarding the system’s integrity.

The operation is based on the principle of convection cooling. Outside air, drawn in and pushed by one or more fans, passes through finned coils, which contain the tubes where the fluid to be cooled flows. The tubes themselves are embedded in thin metal plates (the fins) that amplify the heat exchange with the air. The air absorbs the heat from the fluid and is expelled into the environment. It is crucial to know that the outlet temperature of the fluid can never be lower than the dry-bulb temperature of the outside air, making these systems ideal for applications requiring medium-to-high fluid temperatures.

Typical structures include a closed circuit with finned coils, fans driven by high-efficiency electric motors, and a robust frame, often made of galvanized steel, to protect the internal components. There are different configurations to suit plant requirements:

  • “table-shape” dry coolers, with a horizontal coil and vertical fans, are compact and suitable for small and medium-sized plants.

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  • For greater capacity, “V-shape” dry coolers feature two inclined coils that maximize the heat exchange surface and airflow, offering superior performance.

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  • Some systems can integrate adiabatic pre-cooling devices, improving efficiency in hot conditions and allowing outlet temperatures below the dry-bulb temperature.

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Dry Coolers: Complete Guide to Industrial Air Cooling

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As synonyms for “dry cooler”, you might encounter other terms…

  • air cooler or industrial air cooler,

  • air-cooled dry cooler,

  • air cooler or dry air cooler,

  • finned-coil cooler,

  • air cooling system or air cooling technology.

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3. MITA Dry Coolers: robust and efficient

MITA dry coolers represent a robust and simple cooling solution. By exclusively using ambient air for heat exchange, the circuit is closed and protects process fluids from contamination, preserving the integrity and extending the useful life of the system.

MITA offers two main series to meet different plant needs.

  • The MDC-F series, characterized by the “flat-bed” coil configuration, is an optimal solution for small and medium-sized plants, offering a compact design and extreme simplicity of use.

  • For applications requiring greater capacity, the MDC-V series features a “V-shape” coil design that maximizes the heat exchange surface and increases airflow, making it ideal for medium and large-sized plants.

Both types are designed to last, with robust frames made of 1.5 mm press-bent galvanized sheet metal and the use of high-quality materials. Efficiency is a cornerstone: electronically controlled (EC) fans dynamically adjust their speed (from 10 to 100%) based on the thermal load, ensuring significant energy savings and a stable outlet fluid temperature.

All models ensure ease of use and maintenance. A special provision also allows for remote control, monitoring, and data collection. Their scalability allows for future modular expansion.

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4. MITA Dry Cooler specifications: designed for high performance and reliability

Our dry coolers are developed with cutting-edge technologies to meet the demands of the Italian and European markets.

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Key features include:

  • High-efficiency heat exchange coils: optimized geometry of fins and tubes for maximum heat transfer with minimal air-side pressure drop.

  • Advanced fan technology: options with EC motors for energy savings, reduced noise levels, and precise speed control based on load.

  • Robust construction: press-bent galvanized sheet metal frame to adequately support the weight of the heat exchange coils.

  • Modular design: flexibility in configuration and scalability to adapt to required capacities and plant layout.

  • Wide range of capacities: from compact dry coolers for low loads to industrial units for large plants.

  • Customized solutions: tailor-made selection based on the process fluid, thermal differential, and site environmental conditions.

  • Adiabatic pre-cooling systems (optional): to improve performance during peak summer temperatures, increasing cooling capacity with very low water usage compared to traditional wet systems. Discover our adiabatic dry coolers.

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5. Applications and case studies: MITA Dry Coolers in action

Dry coolers demonstrate their effectiveness in various sectors:

  • Data center cooling: maintaining stable temperatures for IT infrastructure.

  • Industrial process cooling: plastics, metalworking, food, chemicals, power plants.

  • HVAC systems: commercial buildings, hospitals, shopping centers, offices.

  • Energy, Oil & Gas: cooling oil circuits and auxiliary systems, robust solutions including adiabatic versions.

Discover our applications and read the case studies for concrete examples of energy savings and operational improvements with MITA dry coolers.

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    MITA Case Studies with Dry Cooling Systems

    Dry Coolers and Chillers for Foundry in New Zealand

    An industrial equipment integrator with more than 40 years of experience needed to cool resin sand molds for a foundry in New Zealand. MITA Cooling Technologies provided the solution: a combined dry cooler and chiller system ensured high performance even in a high temperature environment. The result of this integration? Reliable, energy-optimized cooling.

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    7. The MITA Advantage: Advanced Consultation and Selection

    Selecting the right dry cooler goes beyond simple capacity.

    With MITA Cooling Technologies…

    • Advanced selection software: precise thermal calculations based on local climate data (Italy, Europe, or worldwide), process parameters, and fluid characteristics.

    • Holistic system view: we analyze the entire plant to optimize overall performance.

    • Focus on energy efficiency: we recommend solutions with EC fans, or dry coolers with adiabatic mode, to reduce resource usage and carbon footprint.

    • Tailor-made solutions: from standard units to complex systems with specific material requirements.

    • Support throughout the product lifecycle: from initial consultation to after-sales service, we are the reliable partner for every cooling need.

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    8. Let's talk about your Dry Cooling project in United Kingdom, European Union and Americas

    Ready to discover how MITA dry coolers can support efficiency and cost reduction in your production lines? Our Italian team of experts is at your disposal for:

    • No-obligation consultations

    • Technical advice and project support

    • Customized quotes

    Contact us today to find the perfect cooling solution for your application in the United Kingdom, European Union and Americas.

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      Environmental and economic sustainability of industrial dry cooler

      • No use of water to facilitate heat transfer (i.e., cooling of the process fluid).
      • 100% use of electricity to move air (the only cooling carrier) through one or more fans.
      • It is among the product categories that MITA is able to regenerate.
      • Indication of “carbon footprint” by the MITA team.
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      Sustainability of the Dry Cooler

      Tools to help you choose

      Cooling Advisors

      First goal: ask the right questions to the customer and involve him selecting the best cooler. We have been doing this since 1960.

      Preliminary plant evaluation

      The visit to the plant is a fundamental moment to find the right information on your needs, together with your technicians and the engineering firms involved.

      Tailor-made design

      Complete range of coolers and chillers, dozens of variants for each type, solutions for each application and important customizations: MITA's design is truly tailor-made.