An ever-present challenge for building managers and water treatment specialists is managing Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) levels in their effluent to be compliant with local regulations. Failure to meet permissible …
Preventing and Managing Legionella in Potable Water Systems
By: Alex Gowgiel, PE, CWT HOH Water Safety Compliance Specialist Last week, the team at HOH participated in the World Vision Global 6K for Water. The event supports their mission …
Five Tips for Laying Up Your Facility’s Steam Boiler
Your building’s steam boiler is potentially a million-dollar asset. Like any workhorse system in your facility, it needs care and attention if it’s going to run long and run happy. …
Managing Glycol In Your Closed-Loop Water Systems
Facility managers know that adding glycol to their closed-loop water systems is essential for freeze protection. However, many rely on existing protocols or “what we’ve always done” as their guidepost. …
3 Types Of Chemical Cleaning For Cooling Towers
Because they work so hard and there’s a slim margin for error, it’s important to have year-round awareness of the condition of your cooling towers. Regular cleaning and disinfection will …
Winterizing Your Cooling Tower: Clean or Disinfect?
Fall is a busy season for our water quality engineers. They’re helping facility managers prepare open-loop water systems for winter and low-flow season. Part of those winter preparations involves a …
Are You Flushing Money Down Your Cooling Tower?
When it’s up and running properly, your cooling tower is the quiet workhorse and unsung hero of your water system. But neglecting regular inspections, cleaning, and maintenance can lead to …
Re-Opening Water Systems Safely After COVID Shut-Downs
Depending on your situation, your facility may have been shut down for weeks or even months due to COVID-19. During the shutdown, it’s likely that water sat stagnant in various …
Guidelines for Safe Chemical Handling in Industrial Water Systems
Many facilities handle chemical treatment without the expertise and support of a water treatment partner. This puts a tremendous amount of responsibility on building managers and facility teams to receive, …