September 24, 2025
Report

Variable-speed, Oil-free Centrifugal Chiller with Magnetic Bearings Assessment: George Howard, Jr. Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse, Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Abstract

This report will assess the energy performance from one installation of variable-speed centrifugal chiller with magnetic bearings in a central chiller plant and draw conclusions on how the application of this technology may contribute to further reductions in space cooling energy at GSA facilities.

Published: September 24, 2025

Citation

Parker S.A., and J. Blanchard. 2012. Variable-speed, Oil-free Centrifugal Chiller with Magnetic Bearings Assessment: George Howard, Jr. Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse, Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Richland, WA: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. PNNL-21627.