Preparing for Spring: Time for Your First Cooling Tower Clean of the Year
As winter fades and the first signs of spring emerge, it’s time to turn our attention to cooling tower maintenance. If you followed our advice on topping up your glycol levels during the colder months, you’re already ahead of the game. But now, as temperatures start to rise, your cooling system needs a thorough clean to ensure it’s operating safely and efficiently.
Why Clean Your Cooling Tower in Early Spring?
Cooling towers are highly susceptible to the accumulation of scale, biofilm, and debris, especially after winter when they may have been running at reduced capacity. A proper clean ensures:
Improved Efficiency – A clean cooling tower enhances heat transfer, reducing energy costs.
Legionella Control – Biofilm and scale provide an ideal environment for Legionella bacteria, a major risk if left unchecked.
Extended Equipment Life – Preventing corrosion and scale build-up reduces strain on your system, lowering the risk of costly repairs.
L8 Compliance and Your Spring Clean
The Health & Safety Executive’s (HSE) Approved Code of Practice L8 provides clear guidance on Legionella control, including the necessity of regular cleaning and disinfection of cooling towers. Neglecting these essential maintenance steps can lead to compliance issues, system inefficiencies, and potential health risks.
It’s Not Just Hypo! Consider Your Biocide Choices
While sodium hypochlorite (hypo) is a common oxidising biocide for cooling tower disinfections, it’s not the only option available. Different systems may benefit from alternative biocides, depending on operational needs and water chemistry. We offer a range of bio dispersants and oxidising biocides designed to combat biofilm and microbial contamination effectively.
Alternative Oxidising Biocides – Chlorine dioxide and bromine-based products provide excellent biofilm control and improved stability in cooling systems.
Bio Dispersants – These help break down and remove biofilm, making it easier for biocides to work effectively and penetrate established biofilms.
Don’t Wait – Plan Your First Clean Today
Spring is the ideal time to get ahead of cooling tower maintenance before demand increases in the summer. Ensure you’re using the right combination of cleaning chemicals, biocides, and dispersants to maintain compliance and system efficiency.
Explore our full range of biocides and bio dispersants to keep your cooling towers clean, compliant, and performing at their best. Get in touch with our team today to discuss your spring maintenance plan!
