CRAC, CRAH and DLC
A CRAC (Computer Room Air Conditioner) or CRAH (Computer Room Air Handler) unit is part of air-based cooling systems commonly used in data centers. Here's how they differ from…
What is Hypobromus Acid
What is Hypobromus Acid Hypobromous acid is a fast-acting oxidizing biocide used in open cooling tower systems to kill:Bacteria (including Legionella)AlgaeFungiBiofilmsIt’s chemically similar to hypochlorous acid (HOCl) but:More effective at higher…
What is Glutaraldehyde
What is GlutaraldehydeGlutaraldehyde is a widely used non-oxidizing biocide for cooling towers, especially valuable in biofilm and Legionella control programs.Glutaraldehyde (chemical formula: C₅H₈O₂) is a broad-spectrum biocide used in industrial…
How does Zn reduce corrosion in a cooling tower
In an open cooling tower system, zinc (Zn²⁺) is used as a cathodic corrosion inhibitor to help protect mild steel and other ferrous metals from corrosion. It plays a key…
Water Softeners For Use In Cooing Tower Make Up
Water Softeners For Use In Cooing Tower Make Up Softening cooling tower makeup water—typically via ion exchange to remove calcium and magnesium—can provide several operational benefits, but also introduces cost, complexity,…
Silicates in Open Tower Systems
Silicates are sometimes used in open cooling tower systems for corrosion control, particularly for mild steel and galvanized surfaces, but they’re not always the first choice and come with some…