22-04: The Application of Non-Phosphorous Cooling Water Treatment Programs to Address Environmental and Operational Challenges General

22-04: The Application of Non-Phosphorous Cooling Water Treatment Programs to Address Environmental and Operational Challenges GeneralThere has been a recent emphasis on the development of non phosphorus (non P) cooling water treatment programs for open recirculating cooling towers that provide the necessary cooling water system performance while specifically addressing industrial needs, such as environmental and operational challenges. From an environmental perspective, phosphorus discharge regulations are becoming more stringent in various locations in the US and around the globe.

and impact upon the environment

Other solubility limited inhibitors include zinc and polyphosphates such as pyrophosphate

if the dominating noise generation of the towers would be effectively reduced

Mechanical vibration leading up to fan blade failure has also been reported

In this discussion

beam replacement

and suspended solids

Cooling tower performance test data published by EPRI and others is re-examined using a full compliment of modifications suggested by others to the standard Merkel method of analysis

A formalized and verifiable quality system can translate into an improved product for the Cooling Tower customers regardless of the product purchased

structural site conditions can be overlooked and the progression of deterioration may not be fully recognized

It had numerous gaps allowing air bypass

their structural integrity may be compromised when subjected to lateral loads due to hurricanes and earthquakes