How to Increase Cooling Tower Efficiency

May 31, 2022

Luxury commercial buildings in a community in Florida

Your business’ cooling tower is a critical part of your operations, serving to keep your space comfortable and playing a key role in spaces that require carefully calibrated climate control and refrigeration. Like any piece of equipment, cooling towers require ongoing maintenance to continue operating efficiently. Here, we’ll explore significant aspects of such a maintenance program that can help to reduce water and energy consumption and extend the lifespan of your cooling tower.

Factors That Affect Cooling Tower Efficiency

First and foremost, the make and model of your cooling tower will have a major impact on efficiency, as there are many different types and manufacturers, all of which vary in operation. However, ensuring your cooling tower remains as efficient as possible requires implementing a dedicated maintenance program. Qualified technicians should be employed to provide routine inspections as well as physical cleaning, lubrication, and repair of parts.

Perhaps the most important aspect affecting cooling tower efficiency is the water being fed into the system. Depending on where your business is located, it will have varying levels of alkalinity, acidity, and suspended solids. Most cooling towers are evaporative—chilled water is circulated through the system and water is continuously evaporated to reduce its temperature. This means that a constant source of new water is needed, and with that comes impurities.

As such, a robust water treatment program is critical to maintaining cooling tower efficiency. Without proper water treatment, your system will quickly develop scale and corrosion, compromising its performance. Cooling tower water treatment prevents these issues by addressing impurities at the chemical level.

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Based in the Tampa Bay area, R2J is a leader among water treatment companies with more than 150 years of combined experienced. We’ve earned the trust of Florida businesses by providing responsive service and turnkey solutions that provide lasting results. To learn more about how our services can help increase the efficiency of your cooling tower and reduce your operating costs, contact us today.

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