Hitachi Air Conditioning Europe SAS is proud to announce the launch of its latest product innovation, meeting the requirements for high seasonal efficiency in small to large-scale commercial and industrial applications.

The Samurai RCME-WH Series consists of four basic modules: 140kW, 180kW, 220kW and 260kW. Combining these modules up to a maximum of 8, it is possible to achieve a chiller combination of up to 2,080kW. With the world-renowned Hitachi screw compressor optimised for R134A and part load performance, the units achieve seasonal efficiencies up to 6.80. Utilising true dual type plate heat exchangers, twin electronic expansion valves, and cyclonic oil separator means the units also have a very low refrigerant charge, up to 60% less than similar capacity chillers.

The modular concept Samurai RCME-WH Series offers operators continuous operational security as well as redundancy, future expansion and layout advantages over conventional systems, plus – being narrower than the previous version – access for refurbishment projects is that much easier. Site flexibility has also been enhanced with two Operating modes (Standard and High Efficiency), internal power demand limitation and two pump operating modes all configurable from the colour LCD control panel. Finally, with continuous capacity control from 3% ~ 100% (dependant on module combinations), water outlet temperatures can be controlled to +/-0.5°C.

“With the forthcoming European ErP legislation plus the new European F-GAS Regulation, our new Samurai RCME-WH Series units are in the best position to meet these requirements, with their market leading seasonal efficiencies and low refrigerant charge,” commented Glyn Jones, European Product Manager.

RCME-WH Water Cooled units are available to order now from Hitachi Direct Sales or the extensive Hitachi distributor network.

For more details on Hitachi’s impressive Samurai Chiller product range, visit www.hitachiaircon.com or contact Hitachi Direct Sales on 01628 585 394.