glycol Insights

What is glycol?

Glycols are a class of organic compounds belonging to the alcohol family. They contain two hydroxyl (OH) groups attached to different carbon atoms. Ethylene glycol (antifreeze) is a common example, used for lowering the freezing point of water-based liquids, notably in automotive cooling systems. Glycols are also used as solvents, in the production of polymers (like PET plastic), and as chemical intermediates.

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What other technologies are related to glycol?

glycol Competitor Technologies

Ammonia

Ammonia is a competing refrigerant in some cooling applications where glycol is used as a secondary coolant or for freeze protection.

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glycol Complementary Technologies

HVAC

HVAC systems often utilize glycol solutions for freeze protection and efficient heat transfer in cooling or heating loops, making it a complementary technology.

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