Water Solutions with Chem-Aqua

Accurate water analysis and safe sampling are critical for maintaining steam boiler efficiency. In this episode, we explore why using a sample cooler is essential when collecting hot boiler water and condensate samples. Learn how sample cooling protects operators from burns, prevents flash-off that skews test results, and safeguards meters and reagents from heat damage. We’ll also discuss complian...

In the complex world of hospital maintenance, how do steam boilers stay efficient and compliant amidst the labyrinth of water treatment regulations? The latest episode of the Chem-Aqua podcast "Water Solutions" explores the role of neutralizing amines in preventing corrosion in hospital steam systems.  This episode highlights not just the science behind these compounds but also the criti...

Boiler scale is a significant issue impacting energy efficiency and operational costs in various industries. In a brief segment from Chem-Aqua's series "Water Solutions," some light was shed on the costly consequences of scale deposits in steam boilers. Host Gabrielle Bejarano emphasized the imminence of effective water treatment strategies to mitigate these costs. In the episode, Bejarano further...

Author: ChemAqua In the latest episode of Water Solutions by Chem-Aqua, a critical aspect of air conditioning maintenance is brought into focus. This discussion highlights how overlooked AC coil cleaning can lead to significant costs and efficiency losses. This episode centers on the often-neglected task of cleaning air conditioning (AC) coils, crucial for maintaining system efficiency and indoor...

This episode focuses on an innovative approach to water conservation in the dairy industry. The show examined the potential of reusing Condensate of Whey (COW) water, a byproduct of dairy processing, and highlighted some of its economic and environmental benefits. Hosted by Dani Waddell, the informative episode also featured insights from expert Tim Daniels. Waddell further covered the practical a...

With winter on the horizon, safeguarding cooling towers against freezing temperatures is not just crucial for maintaining operations—it's a strategic imperative for businesses. The cost of inaction can be substantial, ranging from operational disruptions to significant repair expenses. Chem-Aqua tells us how to prepare cooling towers for winter and navigate the cooler months without incident. To p...

Boiler water carryover can cause deposits to form in valves, heat exchangers, turbines, and superheaters. If deposits are significant, heat transfer and/or turbine efficiency may be reduced. Additionally, carryover can strip away the protective magnetic layer on steam lines, remove the film formed by filming amine programs, cause erosion-induced corrosion, and result in product quality problems in...

Read more about how to prepare your cooling tower for winter here: https://www.chemaqua.com/en-us/Blogs/how-to-prepare-your-cooling-towers-for-winter

Read more about how to prepare your boiler for an inspection here: https://www.chemaqua.com/en-us/Blogs/how-to-prepare-your-boiler-for-an-inspection

Spring brings a variety of challenges in keeping cooling towers clean. There are ways to fight back. Screens and physical barriers provide protection before debris enters the cooling tower. Filtration and chemical treatment programs can help. Specialty agent chemicals can help remove tough to remove particles.

In the spring, your cooling tower faces a barrage of tough conditions. Late winter weather can be an issue, but the small particles that infiltrate your system could be costly. Regularly scheduled spring maintenance and chemical treatments can eliminate buildup in your system. ChemAqua’s Services team can manage cleanings and disinfection processes. Visit ChemAqua to learn more.

Keeping your cooling tower clean is imperative, but spring brings new challenges. Heavy storms, late winter weather, and airborne materials can wreak havoc on your cooling tower. Tree seed formation is a common issue, and Cottonwood trees being a major instigator. Seed casings and other contaminants can block inlet airways. Call Chem-Aqua Today To Learn How To Fight Back.

Addressing Stagnant Water in Buildings Due to COVID-19 Shutdown

Cycles of concentration, or often stated as just cycles, is a core concept when controlling boiler or cooling tower water systems. Running cycles too high can lead scale and corrosion. Running cycles too low can lead to wasted water. But what is really meant by the phrase “cycles of concentration?” Basically, it is telling us how many times the water in the boiler or cooling tower has been concent...

HVAC systems work tirelessly to heat, cool, and clean the air we breathe. But too often, critical components fail to receive regular maintenance, and the consequences are costly. Over time, condenser, evaporator, and air handler coils accumulate dirt, grease, and bacteria from the air and environment. Without proper cleaning, this buildup compromises efficiency and effective operation. When a unit...

When it comes to air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration, energy consumption for industrial chillers is at an all time high. Typically chillers can account for over 50% of the electricity used in a single facility. It goes without saying, that an inefficient chiller can be catastrophically wasteful and economically costly to a business, which makes monitoring this machine’s performance essent...

Outbreaks of disease are always an intriguing and worrying topic with the public, and the widespread news of some very high profile cases regarding water treatment, both in New York City and Flint, Michigan, have left people concerned about water treatment, Legionnaires disease and the need for stricter laws and better practices concerning water management technology. On today’s inaugural episode...

(This podcast was originally conducted for MarketScale's Building Management Podcast.) This episode of MarketScale's Building Management Podcast explores an interesting cause and effect within the industry. In the last several years, the push for more green water conservation initiatives has created an unexpected issue in home and building water supplies. With conservative toilet flushes, low-flow...

(This podcast was originally conducted for MarketScale's Building Management Podcast.) Imagine a building undergoing renovations, needing to shut off some water pipes and therefore leading to a dead leg of piping. Now imagine, once the renovations are completed, that water is flushed right back into the system. You may have just put a pathogen in your entire building’s water supply. When it comes...