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Berg’s construction capabilities guarantee little to no interruptions to your operations, whether it’s in building a new solution, improving your chiller’s efficiency, or upgrading your refrigeration system. Our collaborative client process ensures that we come up with the best solution for your facility. Berg’s goal is simple: to build systems that will help you successfully overcome your operational […]

Berg Chilling Systems performs ongoing general ammonia ice rink service, repairs and maintenance for various Canlan Ice Sports recreational ice rinks located in Ontario (Oakville, Scarborough, Victoria Park, Etobicoke, York University and Oshawa). Services include but not limited to general and emergency repairs and maintenance, preventative maintenance, oil change, compressor rebuilds, brine/Glycol analysis, refrigeration equipment […]

Berg Chilling Systems provided a turnkey replacement of the synthetic refrigeration system for the National Gallery of Art’s Sculpture Garden Ice Rink. The system includes a skid mounted indoor ice rink chiller with water-cooled condenser producing 130TR supplied in two modules (due to space restrictions), electrical panel with an extra large touch screen HMI, heat […]

Berg Chilling Systems installed a synthetic indoor ice rink chiller skid package as part of the Holden Complex ice plant replacement project. The remote air-cooled chiller is charged with R449A (Opteon XP40) refrigerant and has a cooling capacity of 60TR. This chiller is dual circuit and includes two compact screw compressors and a tube evaporator. […]

Berg Chilling Systems installed an evaporator package as part of an ammonia refrigeration system upgrade for the ice rink at the Canlan Ice Sports recreational ice facility. The package includes a titanium plate and frame heat exchanger with surge vessel and oil pot, evaporative condenser with ammonia refrigerant, Danfoss liquid level control for modulating liquid […]

Berg Chilling Systems supplied a skid mounted compressor package charged with ammonia to the recreational ice facility Canlan Ice Sports in its Etobicoke branch. The three compressor packages are meant to replace the outdated compressors of its ammonia ice rink refrigeration system. The compressors have a total horsepower (hp) of 300 and features an oil […]

Berg Chilling Systems supplied four Temperature Control Units and a skid chiller package to heat or cool Syltherm XLT heat transfer liquid for the Ontario-based pharmaceutical company Alphora Research Inc. The temperature control units include an electric heater, magnetic drive pump, fluid stop/check valve and temperature control valve. The four-circuited air cooled chiller is charged […]

Berg Chilling Systems supplied a radio frequency quadrupole skid for a particle accelerator at a facility for rare isotope beams at Michigan State University. The package includes two ultra-clean water systems with deionization and UV polishing, temperature controls of up to +/- 0.1°C and accurate flow control. Berg service and staff also factory tested the […]

Berg Chilling Systems Inc. installed a custom engineered ammonia refrigeration system for the Glace Bay Miners Forum as part of its recreational ice facility refurbishment project. The skid mounted water-cooled ammonia chiller package featured three reciprocating compressors, one Vahterus plate and shell evaporator with integrated surge drum, one condenser, one high pressure receiver, three oil […]

Industrial refrigeration plays an important role in food and beverage production. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency works to protect the safety of all Canadians by governing the handling of food and beverage products, and maintaining optimal temperatures is one of the most important factors at play. Having the strictest standards in cooling is key to […]

Oil draining is a simple, but very important maintenance task for your industrial refrigeration system. It should be performed on a regular schedule, or, as required based on the type of compressor used in the system. If refrigerant or chiller oil is not drained, it will replace the liquid refrigerant in the evaporator and cause […]

The industrial chilling system, at the heart of your food and beverage processing plant, is likely the highest consumer of energy in your facility. Are you confident that it is operating at peak performance? Even the smallest reduction in industrial refrigeration efficiency can incur great costs both financially and in terms of food and beverage […]

R22, commonly known as Freon, was introduced to the industrial refrigeration market in the 1950s. For decades, it was used as the standard refrigerant within the heating and cooling industry.  Chlorodifluoromethane, the technical name for R22, is a compound of hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) and used widely as a refrigerant in all chilling applications up until recently. […]

The costs associated with heating an ice rink can account for more than half of operating expenses. Although reducing costs is a concern, the other dilemma is ensuring ice rink spectators stay warm while the ice is kept cold.  In this article, we will discuss ways to balance the heat load of your ice rink […]

When it comes to food processing cooling for the egg industry, ensuring the highest of standards, cooling practices and food safety are paramount. Berg Chilling Systems aims to fill this need by offering the highest level of custom-engineered refrigeration equipment for liquid, frozen, and dried egg food ingredients. We work closely with clients, offering custom-designed […]

Legislative requirements, coupled with the rising cost of refrigerants—both financial and environmental—call for the chilling system industry to perform safe, and efficient methods of refrigerant recovery. In this article, we look at the most common refrigerant recovery methods used and why they are necessary. We also aim to provide operators with useful tips for servicing […]

In any industrial refrigeration workplace, safety is of the utmost importance. Not only is ammonia a highly corrosive and health-hazardous gas which requires its own list of safety precautions, there are many common injuries that can occur in an industrial workplace environment.  Chiller Safety: Avoiding Slips, Trips and Falls In Canada over 42,000 workers are […]

The use of ammonia in industrial refrigeration systems is recommended for both performance and environmental reasons. However, ammonia is hazardous to the lungs, eyes, and skin due to its corrosive properties. For this reason, precautions must be taken to ensure safe handling and use in order to minimize potential spills, leaks or accidents.  To ensure […]

The seasonal task of shutting down your ice rink cooling system is something you should trust to the professionals. Working with refrigeration inherently comes with risks, and trained professionals have the knowledge and equipment to accommodate for these dangers. 11 Tips for Shutting Down an Ice Rink Refrigeration System There are many steps involved in […]

If downtime means a loss of production for your company, consider keeping an inventory of spare parts for your refrigeration system. While purchasing spare parts may seem like a large expense upon initial purchase, their costs are small compared to the cost of downtime. The Implications of Refrigeration System Downtime Facilities that do not keep […]

Our industrial chiller maintenance experts have been installing and servicing outdoor ice rink ammonia refrigeration systems in Toronto and beyond for decades. Warmer winter temperatures have led many municipalities to put in ice rink refrigeration systems as a way of extending the outdoor skating season for residents. This is where we noticed some common “myths” […]

Berg Chilling Systems is a Canadian company with an international reputation for completing high-quality marine refrigeration system projects. In addition to their work for land-based companies, Berg has successfully worked with numerous industrial marine enterprises. As an SME – a small to medium-sized enterprise – Berg Chilling Systems has the size and resources to get […]

Food and beverage safety is a critical matter for plant managers, and when it comes to storing food using ammonia refrigeration systems, ensuring the safety of workers is of utmost importance. Ammonia is one of the most widely produced chemicals in the world and has become the preferred choice for industrial refrigeration due to its […]

Do you know how well your air handling equipment is working? There are no Federal regulations regarding indoor air quality, including the ideal levels of carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide. Often recreational facility managers don’t know their facility has an air quality problem until an emergency evacuation occurs. Unlike homes, ice rinks are not required […]

Increased particulate matter in the summer months means your industrial air chiller needs to filter and handle greater levels of pollen and dust in addition to higher temperatures. These factors contribute to an increased workload on your chilling system, lowering efficiency and increasing costs. Spring is a great time for plant managers and ice rink […]

The Fuel Tank facility at Fishers Arena is a two pad arena located in Fishers, Indiana whose ice rink refrigeration system was outdated and at the end of its lifespan. The facility is the home of the Indy Fuel, a professional hockey team in the ECHL. Berg Chilling Systems was brought in to manage the […]

The Canlan Ice Sports eastern flagship facility at York University in Toronto was managed by a 20-year old ice rink chiller system whose operating cost was higher than optimal. This facility has six ice rinks and is used year round. Keeping that much ice cooled requires a constant flow of energy. A more energy efficient […]

Industrial refrigeration equipment plays an important role in food and beverage production…

Temperature Control is listed as one of the…