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GLOBAL ORIGIN
More than 100 years ago, two ingenious
pioneers laid the foundation for SPX Cooling
Technologies. In Germany in 1894, Hans-
Joachim Balcke invented the chimney cooler,
the fi rst natural draught cooling tower. In
the USA in 1936, L. T. Mart, having estab-
lished The Marley Company, developed the
fi rst crossfl ow mechanical draught cooling
tower. This innovative spirit prevails today
in the SPX Group.
DYNAMIC FUTURE
Although our company has become
synonymous with cooling technologies –
particularly in the energy industry – we
will not rest on our laurels. Innovative ideas
and excellent engineering, combined with
consistent effi ciency and proactive service,
are at the heart of our corporate philosophy
and committed partnership with our clients.
1894: Balcke’s fi rst chimney cooler
1930: Marley’s fi rst mechanical draught cooling tower
1952: Marley begins using GRP materials
2000: Balcke builds the tallest natural draught cooling tower
with integrated fl ue gas discharge system
2008: SPX Cooling Technologies completes the largest
tower for seawater application
PROGRESSIVE