Maintaining the proper chill water additives keeps the pH and reserve alkalinity at a proper level to prevent micro-organisms from growing that can cause corrosion, reduce heat exchange efficiency and reduce water flow.
Spectrochemical analysis provides additive and corrosion element levels. Maintaining the proper freeze point reduces tube freeze up and breakage.
| Test | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Visual Inspection for debris or contaminants |
| Color | Color change or mixture of products |
| Freeze Point | Maintain proper glycol level if in service |
| pH | Prevents micro-organism growth |
| Spectrochemical Analysis (21 elements) | Provides treatment additive levels and presence of corrosion material |
| Glycol (%) | Maintain proper freeze point if required |
| Reserve Alkalinity | Prevents corrosion |