by Ian Looms | Jul 22, 2021 | Technical
Frequent, accurate testing of the water in your steam raising system is vital in order to maintain the water quality and lifespan of the equipment. There are various tests and checks needed, most are basic and easy to carry out although some are more complicated....
by Ian Looms | Jul 22, 2021 | Technical
If you are an engineer or facilities manager with a cooling tower, you will already be aware of the challenges of managing this type of system safely. Most of the info you need is here in a very usable...
by Ian Looms | Jul 22, 2021 | Technical
BACTERIA IN WATER SYSTEMS AND THE PROBLEMS THEY CAUSE Bacteria are small single-celled organisms. Bacteria are found almost everywhere on Earth and are vital to the planet’s ecosystems. Some species can live under extreme conditions of temperature and...
by Ian Looms | Jul 22, 2021 | Technical
As an Engineer or Facilities Manager, you probably know what scale is and you may have seen it on the inside of old water pipes. HOW DOES SCALE FORM? The water coming into your site from the mains supply contains minerals. How much and what type depends on the geology...
by Ian Looms | Jul 22, 2021 | Technical
CORROSION PROBLEMS If you’re an Engineer or Facilities Manager, you will probably already know that steam boilers can suffer from corrosion and that this can mean serious problems – blockages, failures, leaks, and even complete failure. It can cost you in...
