Why Is Boiler Water Treated?

Boiler Water TreatmentIf you own or operate a commercial or industrial facility, you might be wondering why boiler water is treated and if the process is worth the expense. The simple fact is that when boiler water isn’t properly treated, it’s only a matter of time before you start experiencing problems with your equipment. Boilers are designed to convert energy from a fuel source into heat, thereby creating steam. This requires an ever-replenishing source of water, which constantly introduces contaminants ranging from minerals to microorganisms.

Contaminants in the feed water can result in a wide array of problems. For example, scale, corrosion, foaming, and biological fouling are all common problems found in untreated boiler systems. Boiler water treatment prevents these problems, keeping water and energy usage under control and preventing premature equipment breakdowns.

How Boiler Water Treatment Works

A complete boiler water treatment program accounts for both the feed water as well as the water inside the system. Treating the feed water—also known as external boiler water treatment—deals with the contaminants before water is introduced to the system. This can include water softeners, scale inhibitors, and other treatments to balance impurity levels that are too high to be tolerated by the boiler.

Even with external treatments, internal chemical treatments are necessary to prevent problems over the long term. Such treatments can include oxygen scavengers, antifoams, and other chemical applications that are designed to work in conjunction with feed water treatment.

Boiler Water Treatment From R2J

As a leading provider of boiler water treatment, R2J has earned the trust of commercial and industrial businesses by providing highly effective, turnkey solutions. We develop custom treatment plans based on our clients’ equipment, needs, and local water quality and regulations. To learn more about why boiler water is treated and how R2J provides exceptional results, contact us today.

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