Cofinair by Decsa replaced two ageing units with a new evaporative condenser at Centrale del Latte di Roma, ensuring reliability and operational continuity.
In June 2026, Cofinair by Decsa completed the installation of a new evaporative condenser at the Centrale del Latte di Roma S.p.A. plant, replacing an existing unit manufactured by another supplier.
The project followed a joint technical analysis carried out by the local Area Manager and the Engineering & Maintenance Team of Centrale del Latte di Roma S.p.A. This analysis made it possible to identify areas for improvement in the heat exchange coils and define the safest and most effective strategy to further enhance the refrigeration system’s standards of operational continuity and reliability.
The Customer problem
In July 2025, Centrale del Latte di Roma S.p.A. contacted Cofinair by Decsa for extraordinary maintenance work on the evaporative condensers installed at the plant and supplied by another manufacturer. Following site inspections and assessments carried out by the local Area Manager, it emerged that the heat exchange coils had reached the end of their natural service life, affecting the efficiency and optimal performance of the tube bundles.
The condition identified led the technicians to rule out a simple revamping operation involving chemical cleaning. This was a strategic choice aimed at avoiding excessive stress on the components and preventing any potential compromise to the overall integrity of the equipment.
In light of the conditions identified, Cofinair by Decsa and the customer therefore evaluated equipment replacement as the most reliable solution to ensure long-term performance, safety and operational continuity.
The solution: a new evaporative condenser
Following the technical assessments and several site inspections, the customer chose to replace two existing units with a new Cofinair evaporative condenser.
The project involved the supply and installation of a CFR-C-212 evaporative condenser, configured according to the specific requirements of the system and the customer’s needs.
To ensure reliable operation suited to the plant’s operating conditions, the unit was equipped with a series of specific accessories and solutions:
- PTC sensors on the electric motors
- Electric heater
- Control thermostat for the basin electric heater
- Vibration switch
- Low-level control
- Inlet silencer
- Discharge silencer
- Internal and external DecsaCOATING PLUS coating
The unit configuration made it possible to meet the customer’s specific requirements by combining reliability, component protection, operational control and noise emission reduction.
Cofinair by Decsa support during Installation
To ensure the correct execution of the project, Centrale del Latte di Roma S.p.A. also chose to use Decsa’s installation assistance service.
The service includes the presence of a qualified Decsa technician, responsible for supervising the activities, supporting the installation operations and checking the correct installation of the equipment.
Project Timeline
The project began in 2025, with the first site inspections and technical analysis of the existing equipment. Following the assessments and technical investigations carried out, the solution was confirmed by the customer in April 2026.
Production and project planning then made it possible to proceed with the installation of the new unit in June 2026, in accordance with the timeline requested by the customer.
The Result
The project enabled Centrale del Latte di Roma S.p.A. to replace two ageing units with a new Cofinair solution, designed and configured according to the specific requirements of the plant.
The project also represents a concrete example of the Cofinair approach, integrating the supply of new equipment with Service expertise, from the initial diagnosis and selection of the solution through to installation supervision.
| Company or Application | Centrale del Latte di Roma |
|---|---|
| Year of Installation | 2026 |
| Place of Installation | Rome, Italy |
| Type of interlocutor | End Consumer |
| Application | Refrigeration |
| Fluid | Ammonia |
| Equipment provided | CFR-C-212 evaporative condenser |
| Services Provided | The service activity includes: – Provision of new cooling tower – Assistance during installation |
