Heating & Chilled Systems Water Treatment

Water treatment designed to ensure efficiency and the longevity of systems while preventing critical issues like corrosion, scaling and microbial growth.

Maintaining the quality of water within closed-loop systems, such as heating or chilled water systems, is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, untreated water can lead to corrosion of metal components, including pipes and heat exchangers, which can result in leaks, reduced efficiency, and expensive repairs. Secondly, minerals in the water can precipitate and form scale deposits, acting as insulators and decreasing heat transfer efficiency, thus increasing energy consumption. Furthermore, untreated water provides an ideal environment for the growth of bacteria, algae, and other microorganisms, leading to biofouling, which not only reduces system efficiency but also poses potential health risks.

Effective treatment of heating and chilled water systems minimises the need for system flushes and water replacement, contributing to reduced water consumption and waste while also lessening the release of harmful contaminants into the environment.

How we can help

We provide essential heating and chilled water system treatment services across a diverse range of industries and environments. This includes commercial buildings, such as offices and retail spaces, where efficient HVAC systems are critical for occupant comfort. We also support industrial facilities, including manufacturing plants and data centres, where consistent temperature control is vital for operational processes and equipment longevity. Furthermore, we work closely with healthcare facilities, supporting optimal environmental conditions to ensure patient wellbeing and regulatory compliance.

Whatever sector you operate in, we can support you from the pre-commissioning stage of new systems or the renovation of existing systems as well as providing cost-effective ongoing monitoring solutions.

We deliver our heating and chilled water treatment system services following the latest British standards and BSRIA guidelines, the recognised industry best practice for design, construction, product testing and facilities management. Our water treatment services include:

• Chemical cleaning/flushing of new heating and chilled water systems
  This is vital for removing construction debris, oils, and other contaminants and delivering optimal system performance and longevity from initial operation.
• Refurbishment cleaning of existing heating and chilled water systems
  This involves the removal of accumulated scale, corrosion products, and biological fouling to restore system efficiency and prevent premature equipment failure.
• Acid de-scaling of domestic hot and cold water systems
  Effectively removing mineral deposits and scale buildup, this service restores optimal flow and efficiency while preventing potential pipe blockages and equipment damage.
• Heating and chilled water system monitoring and analysis
  Proactive monitoring and analysis provide crucial insights into water quality and system performance, preventing costly downtime through early detection of potential issues.
• Closed system inhibitor, glycol and biocide dosing
  Chemical dosing for closed-loop systems involves the precise introduction of inhibitors, glycol, and biocides to maintain optimal water quality, preventing corrosion, freezing, and microbial growth.
• Side stream filtration
  The implementation of side stream filtration provides continuous removal of suspended solids and debris from closed-loop systems, significantly reducing contaminant buildup.
• Water softeners
  To extend the lifespan of system components, we can install water softeners which reduce the concentration of hardness minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, preventing scale formation and improving heat transfer efficiency.
  
• Closed system dosing and control equipment
  We can install dosing and control equipment to provide a precise and automated method for introducing chemical treatments into heating and chilled water systems.