Cooling towers are a critical part of many commercial and industrial buildings, playing an important role in air conditioning, refrigeration, and various manufacturing processes. The condition and performance of a cooling tower can directly impact a building’s energy efficiency and overall operational costs. For building owners and managers, regular maintenance and preventative care is essential […]
Guarantee Cooling Tower Performance with Preventative Maintenance
As a building or facility owner or manager, you may be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of a cooling tower. Cooling towers are key pieces of mechanical equipment which provide cooling for industrial processes or HVAC systems. Working with cooling tower maintenance companies can ensure this process. In order to ensure that your tower […]
Cooling Tower Monitoring Technologies Used By Tower Water
Cooling towers play a key role in countless processes, from power generation and manufacturing, to data centers, and HVAC systems. With cooling towers playing such a crucial function for many facilities and buildings, monitoring and maintenance becomes critical. For building managers and owners, the key to ensuring the optimal operation of these cooling towers lies […]
Understanding The New York City Cooling Tower Water Treatment Process For New Construction
With cooling systems, the launch phase of a new HVAC system marks the first major milestone in its operational lifespan. How this is managed from the start will determine the efficacy and longevity of the system, emphasizing the importance of proper treatment procedures. To better understand the value of this process, this article provides a […]
Understanding New York City Cooling Tower Water Treatment Protocol
As a building owner or manager in New York City, it is important to understand the critical elements of water treatment for cooling towers. When it comes to building size and population, cooling towers offer the most efficient means of providing air conditioning in the city. New York is different compared to other states in […]
Understanding Summertime Hypohalogenation
As the summer heat increases, it brings unique challenges for cooling towers and HVAC systems especially when it comes to legionella. With higher temperatures comes a higher risk of bacteria growth as water systems can become a breeding ground if not properly treated. Naturally, your water treatment program will include chemically dosing your system with […]
Stop Cooling Tower Overflow & Prevent Water Leaks
Preventing cooling tower overflow and water leaks is essential to conserve resources and ensure peak performance. These issues can compromise vital corrosion and scale protection, creating an environment conducive to the growth of harmful bacteria like Legionella. Furthermore, uncontrolled leaks can accelerate corrosion, leading to equipment deterioration and expensive repairs or replacements. By actively addressing […]
Why Legionella Growth Is More Likely In The Summer
As the temperature rises and summer arrives, it’s important for building and facilities managers to be aware of the increased risk of Legionella growth in cooling towers. Legionella, a bacteria that can cause the severe respiratory illness known as Legionnaires’ disease, thrives in certain conditions that are more prevalent during the summer months. It is […]
Why Should You Service Your Glycol System In The Summer?
There are many types of glycols, but the ones common in heating and cooling systems are ethylene glycol and propylene glycol. Glycol is used in the winter as an antifreeze due to its ability to intervene with hydrogen bonding, lowering the freezing point of water. In HVAC systems, glycols are used with water to create […]