Whether you are simply installing a new air conditioning system or are responsible for the safety and function of an entire facility’s cooling and heating machinery, it is important that you remain aware of the state of your water system. This includes conducting regular Legionella risk assessments so that any dangerous bacteria can be handled […]
New York City Legionella Regulations
If you own or operate a cooling tower, fluid cooler, or evaporative condenser in New York City, the city requires that you abide by strict regulations in order to prevent injuries to the people in the vicinity of your building. These pieces of equipment are particularly prone to spreading Legionella, a dangerous bacteria that was […]
How Often Should Legionella Risk Assessments Be Done?
Any individual responsible for the maintenance and operation of a cooling tower or building water system should be vigilant against Legionella. This dangerous bacteria can cause illness in humans, and understanding your risk of developing Legionella in your water can help you to make informed decisions about the maintenance of your system. Be sure to […]
What Is A Legionella Risk Assessment?
If you are in charge of making decisions about your building’s water system, you may have already heard about Legionella. This dangerous bacteria can appear in any freshwater system, so whether you are working with a cooling tower, hot tub, or just a water line that has not been treated recently, you may need to […]
Why Is Legionella Bacteria Harmful?
If you own a cooling tower, you may have already heard of the term Legionella. This water-borne bacterium is present in freshwater and can cause serious illness or even death in humans who are exposed to airborne water droplets containing the microbes. It is important that as you consider your water treatment plan for your […]
Benefits Of HVAC Water Treatment
If you are considering how to keep your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system in good shape so that it lasts longer and performs more efficiently, you may be wondering if water treatment should factor into your plan. HVAC water treatment can improve the life of your system and prevent you from needing to work […]
Helpful Tips For Legionella Prevention
Anyone who owns or is responsible for the water system in a building likely has many factors to think about when considering how to care for the water, piping, and machinery. However, you may not be aware that Legionella could be a risk; this potentially dangerous microbe can grow in any freshwater system, so it […]
What Is Legionella Bacteria?
If you are a property manager or concerned building owner who is looking to make sure that your water system is as safe as it can be, you may have already heard the term Legionella. This dangerous bacteria grows in freshwater and can be found in some most common household and business equipment, such as […]
Legionella Testing For Cooling Towers
If you own or operate cooling towers on a property, you may be unaware that Legionella could cause an outbreak in your system. Managing this dangerous bacteria is an important part of responsibly running a cooling tower, so in order to be sure you are doing your due diligence, you should learn more about Legionella […]
