A Chiller with a Legacy: Military-Grade Performance Ready for Its Third Tour

Visual timeline of a military-grade industrial chiller's 60-year service: 1965 missile silo deployment, 1990 chip manufacturing facility use, and 2025 full refurbishment by JC Younger for third deployment.

At JC Younger, we don’t just build chillers. We preserve a legacy of reliability. This latest addition to our fleet continues that tradition. We’re bringing in a military-grade chiller that has already completed two full 30-year tours, serving some of the most demanding operations in the country. Now, after a full JC Younger remanufacture, this battle-tested workhorse is ready for its third mission. It might just be with you.

60 Years of Service: A Chiller with History

This is no ordinary chiller. It carries a true military-grade pedigree, first commissioned in 1965 to serve at the Minuteman missile silos in Minot, North Dakota. For nearly 30 years, it supported critical national security infrastructure, delivering precise cooling to safeguard missile control systems.

After being decommissioned in the 1990s, the chiller found a new mission in Minnesota. There, it spent the next 30 years cooling a U.S. government-contracted computer chip manufacturing facility. Its job was mission-critical: maintain exact temperatures and ensure uninterrupted performance for sensitive chip testing and production.

Now in 2025, we’ve given this legendary chiller a new lease on life. Fully remanufactured by JC Younger and ETL listed, it’s been modernized to meet today’s standards while retaining the rugged durability that once made it a staple in high-stakes environments.

Adopt a Chiller with a Military-Grade Pedigree

If you’re looking for an industrial chiller built to last, this is your opportunity to own a true piece of American engineering history. After 60 years of proven performance, this Grade A military chiller is ready for its third tour. It could serve your operation next.

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Ready to Enlist a Chiller Built for Duty?

This military-grade chiller has proven itself over six decades of service. Now, it stands ready for its next mission. Whether your operation is brewing, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, or heavy-duty industrial work, this unit has shown it can meet the challenge.

Don’t miss your chance to own a true workhorse with a remarkable legacy. Contact JC Younger today to learn how to bring this extraordinary chiller into your operation for its third and final deployment.

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JAHMEL HEMSWORTH

Warehouse Specialist

 

DAVEY JOHNSON

Trade Show Rep

 

ROBERT YOUNGER

Master Refrigeration Licensed | In Memoriam in Heaven

SAMUEL EPPEL

General Manager

Sam is a Senior HVAC Technician with a degree in HVAC Service from Dunwoody College. He began his career in the residential HVAC sector, where he developed a strong foundation in technical skills and customer service. In 2018, Sam transitioned to the commercial HVAC industry with JC Younger, where he has since excelled in both technical and leadership roles.

As a Senior Technician, Sam brings a wealth of expertise to every project, taking on the most complex system repairs and troubleshooting challenges. His technical acumen is complemented by his experience in sales and management, where he has helped optimize operations, streamline processes, and enhance customer satisfaction. His leadership in the field and ability to manage service teams has made a significant impact on the company’s efficiency, ensuring that clients are quickly back to cooling with minimal downtime.

Sam’s dedication to providing exceptional service and effective solutions has earned him a reputation for reliability and excellence. His ability to blend technical expertise with business development has been key to driving both customer loyalty and company growth.

Outside of work, Sam enjoys exploring local breweries, taking on home remodeling projects, and relaxing with walleye fishing at Lake of the Woods. These activities provide him with the perfect balance of work and leisure, helping him stay sharp and energized for his next challenge.

SANDY YOUNGER

President

Sandy has been in the background of JCY since a baby, growing up playing on chiller systems in the large 12,000SQFT pole shed JCY stores units in. Sandy started working at a young age doing simple tasks like sweeping, painting, organizing Copper fittings and other small tasks. In 2005 Sandy started his 4 year degree at Dunwoody College and graduated in 2007.

During his schooling their he also started his apprenticeship under his fathers supervision. The training consisted of installs of glycol piping in the field, building first chiller and assisting with Chiller service repairs. In 2006 he started learning the in and outs of breweries, and has been JCY’s brewery specialist since then. A challenge he took on was glycol piping a 30 bbl brewery by him self and completed that task in less than 20 day with 16 hour shifts.
In his free time he enjoys taking his grandmother out for meals, fishing and spending time with girlfriend and dog Sara.

ELEANOR YOUNGER

Founder