Abstract: Apparatus and methods for improving efficiency of a temperature conditioning system which employs a cryogenic liquid. A vapor powered ventilation motor is normally powered by vapor from the low pressure end of the evaporation coils. However, supplemental vapor is provided at start-up to provide immediate ventilation. In addition, vapor which bleeds off valves is cycled through the vapor powered motor or used to maintain a slight positive pressure when the system is shut down.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 10, 1998
Date of Patent:
June 20, 2000
Assignee:
Thermo King Corporation
Inventors:
Herman H. Viegas, Bradley G. Ellingson, Mark J. Buenz