EVAPCO Cooling Tower Drift Eliminator

Here is a clear, professional guide to EVAPCO cooling tower drift eliminators, suitable for engineers, maintenance teams, and procurement buyers.

EVAPCO Cooling Tower Drift Eliminator – Technical Guide

1. What Is a Drift Eliminator in an EVAPCO Cooling Tower?

A drift eliminator is installed in the air discharge section of an EVAPCO cooling tower to:

* Capture water droplets (drift) carried by the exhaust air

* Prevent water loss and chemical carryover

* Protect nearby equipment, buildings, and personnel

* Ensure compliance with environmental regulations

High-efficiency drift eliminators typically limit drift loss to ≤0.001% of circulating water flow.

2. EVAPCO Cooling Tower Drift Eliminator Types

EVAPCO towers commonly use:

▸ PVC Drift Eliminators

* Multi-pass blade design (3–5 pass)

* Lightweight and corrosion resistant

* Suitable for most HVAC and industrial applications

▸ FRP Drift Eliminators

* Higher temperature resistance

* Better structural strength

* Used in harsh or high-velocity airflow conditions

3. Key Design Features

* Labyrinth airflow path to trap water droplets

* Low pressure drop to maintain fan efficiency

* UV-stabilized PVC or FRP materials

* Modular panels for easy installation and maintenance

 4. Common EVAPCO Drift Eliminator Configurations

Cooling Tower Type	Drift Eliminator Style
Induced draft	Vertical blade eliminator
Crossflow tower	Honeycomb or multi-pass blade
Counterflow tower	High-efficiency vertical DE
Closed circuit tower	Integrated eliminator packs

5. Signs Your EVAPCO Drift Eliminator Needs Replacement

* Visible mist at air discharge

* Increased water consumption

* Brittle, cracked, or deformed PVC blades

* Chemical odor around tower

* Non-compliance with local regulations

Replacement restores water savings and thermal performance.

6. OEM vs Aftermarket EVAPCO Drift Eliminators

OEM EVAPCO drift eliminators

* Exact original design

* Higher cost

* Longer lead time

Aftermarket EVAPCO-compatible drift eliminators

* Designed to match EVAPCO dimensions & airflow

* Cost-effective

* Often upgraded materials and tighter drift loss control

7. Key Parameters for EVAPCO Drift Eliminator Replacement

Prepare these details:

* EVAPCO tower model (AT, LSTE, LPT, CTI, etc.)

* Eliminator length, width, and height

* Blade profile & pass number

* Material (PVC / FRP)

* Operating air velocity

* Maximum water temperature

8. Installation & Maintenance Tips

* Ensure correct airflow direction

* Seal all gaps to prevent bypass

* Support panels properly to avoid sagging

* Clean periodically to prevent scale or biofouling

Proper installation is critical to achieve designed drift performance.

9. Applications

* HVAC chiller cooling towers

* Power plants

* Petrochemical facilities

* Steel and cement plants

* Data centers