Cooling towers are critical parts of HVAC systems in commercial and industrial buildings. When they’re operating inefficiently, they can raise water and energy costs and increase the risk of breakdowns that can interfere with business operations and require costly repairs. The following guide to cooling …
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For owners and managers of commercial buildings, it can be difficult to measure the effectiveness of a water treatment program. There are many different factors to account for, and measurement criteria can change depending on the specific service or set of services you are receiving. …
Read Full ArticleYou’ve had a Legionella test performed in your commercial or industrial building and the results indicated that unsafe concentrations of this pathogen are present in your water supply. It’s an unfortunate situation, but one that you need to act on quickly to prevent any of …
Read Full ArticleCooling towers and air-cooled chillers serve similar purposes—to cool air or equipment. Both systems achieve this through circulating water; however, there are subtle differences in how these pieces of equipment operate that can impact their application and the appropriate water treatment strategy. Chillers are closed-loop …
Read Full ArticleDid you know that roughly 50% of all commercial building water systems contain Legionella? Not all Legionella contamination is considered unsafe; however, under the right conditions, the bacteria can easily multiply and pose a serious risk to a building’s occupants. To keep potable water systems …
Read Full ArticleUnlike many maintenance tasks required for commercial and industrial buildings, water treatment is best left to a specialized provider. Whether for cooling towers, boilers, or potable water systems, water treatment is an intricate process that requires expertise to effectively implement and maintain. How can you …
Read Full ArticleThe reports of Legionnaires’ disease (LD) cases and outbreaks have been increasing across the United States. LD is a serious lung infection caused by breathing in small water droplets containing Legionella bacteria. Legionnaires’ disease can be prevented with effective water management programs. Watch the podcast …
Read Full ArticleYour 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 …
Read Full ArticleCDC investigations of building-associated outbreaks show the most common places for getting the disease are hotels, long-term care facilities, and hospitals. Read more – https://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/legionnaires/index.html#anchor_1490281920
Read Full ArticleWe thought you would like to know that the CDC reported “Rising Incidence of Legionnaires’ Disease” in this month’s issue of Emerging Infectious Diseases. Six key takeaways: From 2002 to 2018, the average annual increase in age-standardized incidence of Legionnaires’ disease was 9.3%. Overall, incidence …
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