Modular heat transfer systems and associated methods of heat transfer

A modular heat transfer system, comprising:

• a frame including at least one frame cleat;
• a first cooler and a second cooler coupled to the frame;
• a first plurality of pad modules associated with the first cooler, wherein each pad module of the first plurality of pad modules includes a first module cleat;
• and
• a second plurality of pad modules associated with the second cooler, wherein each pad module of the second plurality of pad modules includes a second module cleat,
• wherein each pad module of the first plurality of pad modules is coupled to the frame via engagement between the first module cleat and the at least one frame cleat,
• wherein each pad module of the second plurality of pad modules is coupled to the frame via engagement between the second module cleat and the at least one frame cleat.

A method of transferring heat in a heat transfer system, the method comprising:

• providing a modular heat transfer system including a first heat exchanger module;
• coupling a first plurality of pad modules to the first heat exchanger module;
• providing a distribution system designed to distribute a cooling fluid;
• distributing the cooling fluid onto the first plurality of pad modules;
• drawing a stream of ambient air through the first plurality of pad modules;
• generating a stream of pre-cooled air;
• and
• drawing the stream of pre-cooled air into the first heat exchanger module.