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Welcome Brenden Nihart – Water Quality Specialist

Welcome Connor Keast – Water Treatment Sales Engineer

Watertech Collects 504lbs for Feeding America

Watertech Supports Feeding America of Eastern Wisconsin

EndoTherm Webinar

Save up to 15% on energy costs. EndoTherm can be installed into ANY hydronic heating, process, and chilled loop system.

Water Quality and Your Business: Tips for Re-opening After Closure

Technical document with tips for reopening a building after closure.

Water Treatment Media Review

An article from Water Conditioning & Purification that highlights various filtration media, their performance properties and best applications.

CMS Mandates Water Management Programs

Tufts University School of Medicine found that more than 617,000 hospitalizations from 1991 to 2006 were related to three common opportunistic waterborne pathogens.

National Healthcare Safety Network Surveys

Download the annual surveys from the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network.

Watertech is Proud to Support CW4K

CMS Requires Water Management Plans

CMS says WMP's are necessary to be compliant.

CMS Requirement to Reduce Legionella Risk

CMS Memo to State Survey Directors

CDC Toolkit for Legionella Water Management Plans

This toolkit is designed to help people understand which buildings and devices need a Legionella water management program to reduce the risk for Legionnaires’ disease.

Emulsion Polymers in Dairy Wastewater Pretreatment

3 Key factors to consider when feeding an emulsion polymer.

CDC VitalSigns 2017

Legionaires' Disease – A problem for health care facilities.

WTeService Learn More About v3.0

Exciting new updates to WTeService.

CWT Brochure

When you see CWT you have one of the industry’s best working for you.

AWT Code of Ethics

Certified Water Technologists Code of Ethics

AWT Environmental Statement

AWT Environmental Statement The Association of Water Technologies (AWT) is an association of over 500 U.S. and international water treatment companies that provide water treatment programs for many diverse institutional, commercial and industrial water users.

U.S. Utility Executives' Water Worries

An article from Forbes addressing the importance of water to utility industry executives.

BSRIA Building Energy Consumption Guide

A guide describing a process for assuring that building design intention matches actual energy consumption.

Water Hardness Map

Map of the U.S. identifying the hardness of water in milligrams per liter in specific locations.

Improve Efficiency for Gas-Fired Boilers

Guidelines to improve boiler performance allowing you to achieve more cost effective maintenance of a steam system.

5 Effective Heat Recovery Scenarios

Five examples of how a plate heat exchanger can provide benefits for process heating applications.

Legionella & Legionellosis Prevention

Legionella guide from the World Health Organization.

EPA Boiler Emission Rules

Environmental Protection Agency rules governing large and small boilers used at area source facilities.

Avoiding Fouled Exchangers

Causes and solutions to fouling in heat exchangers.

Optimize Heat Exchangers

Strategies to optimize heat exchanger efficiency.

Chemically Treat Water to Control Problems

Identifying problems that a good water management system can control.

Importance of Boiler Logs

Boiler logging will reduce accidents, downtime, and equipment loss.

Water Maintenance and Boiler Scaling

Scale in boiler water systems is a very common issue. Consult with water treatment specialists to treat and prevent it.

Suggested Daily Boiler Log Program

A list of instrument readings to be taken daily and recorded in your boiler log.

Energy Management Basics

Energy management basics that should be a part of your everyday checklist routine.

Installation of Safety Valves

Partial listing of sizing and installation highlights for steam pressure system safety valves.

Guide to 50% Energy Savings

Guide to achieving 50% energy savings toward a net-zero energy building.

Water Treatment in Closed Systems

A guide to understanding chemical water treatment in cooling and boiler water systems.

Understanding Boiler Conductivity

A brief guide to better understanding boiler water conductivity.

Cooling Equipment Fall Shutdown

Information for proper fall shutdown of cooling equipment.

Building Energy Reduction Measures

Decrease your energy costs by using these proven effective guidelines.

Limit Water and Energy Use

Solutions for water use and energy reduction in order to increase your bottom line and protect the environment.

Ethanol Producer Water Conservation

Ideas to limit water use in ethanol production utilizing a "reduce, reuse, recycle" frame of mind.

Understanding the Water Footprint

Understanding our water footprint in order to better conserve water.

Reduce Costs with Step-down Filtration

Filtration using step-down particle retention can help reduce operating costs and achieve cleaner solutions.

Modern Chemistry and Industrial Water Treatment

Innovative chemistries, optimization of systems and water conservation as these topics relate to scale, corrosion and microbiological prevention.

Facilities Management - Benchmarking Systems

Benefits of online benchmarking systems for facilities management.

Why Know the Cost of Steam?

Knowing the cost of steam to improve your bottom line.

Energy Metrics for Buildings

Understanding energy metrics to limit energy use.

Saving Water in Dairy Operations

New ways to save water in dairy processing.

Facilities Energy Management

Energy reduction strategies for optimizing your bottom line.

5 Tips for Improving Safety Performance

Five helpful tips for integrating environment, health and safety into company culture.

Choosing a Chemical Feed Pump

Different selections of pumps for boiler water applications.

Zero Blowdown in Cooling Water Systems

Reduce your blowdown need to zero and cycle water without limit.

Boiler System Key Performance Indicators

Identifying key components of the boiler system and how water chemistry relates to Key Performance Indicators.

Piping Dead-Legs Warnings

Piping dead-legs, source of plant maintenance and safety incidents.

Starting a Boiler after Lay-Up

Necessary steps that need to be taken prior to starting boilers after a lay-up period.

Operating Cooling Towers in Freezing Weather

Ice control and different ice formations in various types of cooling towers.

Saving Water to Save Energy

Important connections and opportunities between water and energy.

Importance of Boiler Water Treatment

Water Quality Guidelines

Guidelines for maintaining optimal water quality in evaporation cooling equipment.

Cooling Tower Maintenance Check List

A checklist for monthly cooling tower maintenance.

Conversion Factors

Table of conversion factors.

Building-Associated Legionnaires Disease

10 ways that you can save time and money, prevent litigation and illness, and maybe even save a life as they relate to Legionella.

Minimizing Energy Costs with Free Cooling

Free cooling helps you reduce refrigeration energy consumption by using evaporative cooling equipment to produce chilled water in cool weather.

Boiler Logs Can Reduce Accidents

Explaining the different types of boiler logs, what these logs can tell you, and who is all responsible for these logs.

Primer on Polymer Handling

Benefits of using liquid polymers in water-treatment applications and accommodating their unique characteristics.

What to Consider When Selecting Green Cooling Towers

Criteria you should consider when evaluating your next cooling tower purchase.

Plants Often Miss Opportunities to More Fully use Hot Water

Tips from Chemical Processing to make fullest use of its hot water, and thus cutting energy consumption.

How To Destroy a Boiler Part 1

Part 1 - Describing some potentially catastrophic events that power and recovery boilers are prone to if not properly maintained.

How to Destroy a Boiler Part 2

Part 2 - Describing some potentially catastrophic events that power and recovery boilers are prone to if not properly maintained.

How to Destroy a Boiler Part 3

Part 3 - Describing some potentially catastrophic events that power and recovery boilers are prone to if not properly maintained.

Water Management Guide

General water management guide for facility managers.

Energy Savings in Large Office Buildings

Strategies for reducing energy savings in large office buildings by up to 50%.

Modern Cooling Tower Considerations: Sustainability & Efficiency

Sustainable and operational benefits of molded, HDPE cooling towers.

Preventing Boiler Scale

Maintenance requirements to prevent scale from occurring in your boiler.

Water Optimization in Chemical Plants

Optimization efforts taken by several chemical manufacturers to reduce their water footprint.

How to Improve Cooling Tower Efficiency

Understanding the key components of cooling towers and how to improve water efficiency.

Preventing Legionellosis Part 1

How to prevent/minimize Legionella in your water systems.

Blogs

What Makes a Winning Team?

Winning teams have leaders who are clear, consistent, and committed.

Aquassist: A Predictive Water Management Tool for Enhanced Efficiency

Aquassist is key in developing a comprehensive, predictive water treatment program.

Maximizing Efficiency with Predictive Water Management: A Smart Strategy for Your Facility

A predictive water management strategy offers a proactive approach through smart systems and artificial intelligence.

Unlocking the Power of the Knowledge Center

Watertech's Knowledge Center is a one-stop resource for anyone involved in water treatment.

The Often-Overlooked Key to Cooling Tower Efficiency: Proper Filtration

Filtration is a vital part of both cooling tower operation.

Are You Paying to Remove Excess Water with Your Sludge?

Sludge containing extra water increases your disposal costs.

Breaking Through Complacency

The Hidden Benefits of a Fresh Perspective in Water Treatment.

Watertech Prioritizes Water Stewardship

Few things are as important as water.

What are the benefits and downfalls of corrosion coupons?

Corrosion coupons are a good predictive maintenance tool.

Bioaugmentation, moving “bugs” from skepticism to supported by science

Bioaugmentation can achieve excellent results.

Staying connected. AI is changing how we work, but not how we connect with customers.

Watertech leverages AI to manage data, but strives to maintain a personal connection.

Aquassist, Revolutionizing Water Treatment: The Dawn of Smart Water Testing

Aquassist is a groundbreaking smart water testing tool that will revolutionize how you validate your system’s water quality.

Time for Boiler Layup / Cooling Tower Start-up

Seasonal maintenance helps maintain equipment and improve efficiency.

Account Audits Improve Efficiency and Performance

An account audit helps maintain the success of a water treatment program.

Is it important to be a Certified Water Technologist?

The importance of becoming a Certified Water Technologist

Maximize the Potential of Pretreatment

Aquafilm 1284C: Defending Against Closed Loop Corrosion

Aquafilm 1284C treats metal surfaces and not the water to help solve corrosion issues in closed loops.

Polydose Fluorescent Tagged Polymers, a Game Changer in Water Treatment

Watertech's Polydose line of products improves the efficiency and maintenance of cooling water systems.

My water system is scaled up! What should I do to prevent cooling tower or boiler scale?

Learn how to prevent cooling tower or boiler scale.

Knock Knock – Is Anyone Mahomes?

If you want to be the MVP at your facility, huddle up and collaborate with your team.

Reverse Osmosis Troubleshooting: 4 Common Issues

RO systems require regular maintenance to maintain their efficiency and effectiveness.

Fat, Oil, and Grease – The Biological Systems' Nemesis

How to handle large volumes of FOG in your waste stream.

Can one product really treat your boiler as effectively as 3 traditional chemistries?

Learn how Aquafilm effectively treats systems and helps save on energy and water usage.

Side Stream Filtration Improves Water and Energy Efficiency

Several items should be considered when specifying the proper side stream filtration system.

STOP! Don’t throw your water treater under the bus.

5 Things operators ignore, then look to blame on their water treater.

How important is safety when handling your water treatment chemicals?

When working with chemicals, it is important to understand safety procedures and what to do in the event of a chemical release.

Beverage company finds tarnishing on aluminum cans. Technology + Experience = Quick resolution.

Anybody can sell a tool, learning how to use it is the key!

The Food Industry – Wastewater/water treatment and the effects of COVID. Where is the industry headed?

The food and beverage industry is growing, and the demand for water treatment is growing with it.

What are your goals?

This is a great time to review accomplishments and plan for the new year.

Help, my energy costs are through the roof!

A few adjustments to your boiler or cooling system can save a significant amount of energy.

Phosphonate (PBTC) – The Phosphorus Removal Nemesis

Phosphonates can make meeting phosphorus discharge limits even more challenging.

Troubled by Weird Water Quality?

Learn what to do when you encounter unexpected results with your system's water quality.

Are you experiencing subcooling in your heat exchanger?

Learn about the negative effects of sub cooled condensate in your heat exchanger.

The Importance of Kinetic Leadership in the Workplace

Kinetic leaders can help their organization easily pivot and respond to challenges.

Preparing Yourself for Supply Chain Challenges in Water Treatment

Now is the time to work with your provider to come up with a contingency plan for supply chain challenges.

Oxidizing Biocides and Disinfectants – Applications, Benefits and Best Practices

Biocides can be used for many applications including healthcare, food & beverage, industrial, and commercial. Choosing the proper disinfection technology is critical.

How Smart is Your Water System?

Advanced water treatment sensors can improve system performance.

Cooling Tower Cleanings are Necessary for a Safe System

Cooling tower cleanings are essential for maintaining a safe and healthy cooling system.

Boiler Inspection Time – Where is the Water Treatment Representative?

Boiler inspection time is validation time. This is the best opportunity to see how your water treatment program is working.

Avoid Giving Your Coils the Deep Freeze This Winter!

Now is the time to ensure your system's HVAC coils are freeze protected and working properly. A frozen coil not only causes water damage, there is also the replacement cost and downtime for repairs when it is least convenient.

How can you create predictable results from your water treatment program?

If you want to achieve predictable results from your water treatment program, you need a 3-pronged approach.

Save Energy and Reduce Carbon Footprint With EndoTherm

EndoTherm is an additive that is proven to reduce energy usage in heating and cooling closed loop recirculating systems.

Are You Ready for Cooling Layup / Boiler Startup?

Being proactive and thorough in your approach to maintenance saves time and money in the long run.

Are your cooling towers driving you buggy?

How to manage bacterial growth in cooling towers.

Aquafilm-V: Impact at a Wood Processing Facility

Aquafilm-V delivers some dramatic results and improvements.

Supply Chain Challenges and the Ripple Effect on Water Treatment

Many businesses are experiencing delays, shortages and price increases in the wake of the pandemic.

PFAS/PFOS: What is the real impact of “Forever Chemicals”?

The regulations are coming. What are you going to do about PFAS / PFOS?

The City put Chlorine into the water and now you need to remove it, sound familiar?

If you are relying on a municipal water source a dechlorination process may be necessary prior to discharge.

FreedomPlus Pretreatment

Is Your Plant’s Pre-Treatment Equipment A Top Priority? For Watertech, it is!

Reducing Legionella Risk: How and When to Address Water Safety in Buildings With Reduced Use

Guidance and recommended actions for returning water systems to regular use.

Why Choose a Full-service Water Treatment Partner?

Watertech offers a complete range of flexible business solutions to manage our customers’ needs.

Have You Set Your 2021 Sustainability Goals?

Watertech offers products and solutions to help meet your sustainability efforts.

What is the cost of feeding soft vs hard water to an RO?

Use these calculations to help determine if it might be time to consider using an Anti-Scalant.

Shutdown Recommendations and Procedures for HVAC Cooling Towers

HVAC cooling tower shutdown and cleaning recommendations from Watertech, OSHA, CDC and CTI.

Reduce Legionella Risk: Steps to Safely Reopen Closed or Semi-open Buildings

Stagnant water in a plumbing system can drastically increase the risk of exposure to Legionella and other harmful water borne pathogens.

Watertech: Swipe right to build a great vendor relationship!

What is the Impact of an RO System on a Boiler Water Treatment Program?

Increase Condensate Return, Increase Savings

Improving condensate return can save on water, energy and chemicals.

The Impact of Stagnant Water on Industrial and Potable Water Systems

Why should water treatment automation be a top priority?

40 Years of Maximizing Water’s Potential

Happy 40th Anniversary Watertech!

Boiler Corrective Actions

How to manage your boiler system when results are out of range.

Give Thanks for Water

5 Deaerator Problems and Corrective Actions

5 Deaerator problems to watch for to help ensure high quality feed water.

Softeners and Dealkalizers – does the salt you use make a difference?

Learn how the salt you choose can have a significant impact on system performance.

Tired of treating your water? Add a protective film to your system!

Filming agents prevent scale and corrosion by forming a protective layer on all metal surfaces.

Sensor Care and Cleaning

Tips to keep sensors clean and working effectively to help avoid operational challenges that are costly to correct.

Working with Water – Careers in the Water Industry

The number one threat to business development is access to fresh water. This has prompted more to seek careers in the water industry.

Cooling Corrective Actions

How to manage your cooling system when results are out of range.

Water Treatment Equipment – Innovation and Advancements

Advancements and innovations in water treatment equipment and controllers make life easier, but more importantly, provide ways to achieve better and more accurate results.

Boiler Blow Down Prevents Scale and Corrosion

When boiler water turns to steam solids are left behind. Bottom blowdown and surface blowdown are two methods to reduce solids and help maintain your system.

Side Stream Filtration

Side stream filtration is an important but often overlooked component of an effective cooling water treatment program.

New Year’s Resolutions for Industrial Water Treatment

January is a great time to reassess business strategies and include some water treatment resolutions that could improve the health of your company.

Water-Energy Nexus – Save water. Save energy.

Water and energy are very much interrelated and dependent upon one another, this co-dependency is called the Water-Energy Nexus.

Pulse~Pure® – A Chemical-Free Water Treatment Solution

Are you considering a chemical-free, cooling water treatment solution? It is important to fully understand your system design and the unique characteristics of your application when making a decision.

CannedWater4Kids – Drinking Water with a Purpose

Canned Water for Kids (cW4K) is a great local charity that is making a global impact to help ensure all children have access to clean, safe drinking water.

How to Make the Right Call When Ordering Glycol?

Ordering and receiving a glycol delivery should be a fairly straightforward and easy process; however, it takes some insight and planning to avoid complications.

Chloride Reduction Can Reduce Operating Costs & Minimize Impact on the Environment

Making changes in how you use salt in your facility can help protect our fresh water resources, and potentially reduce your operating costs.

The Hard Facts: Water Softener Tune-ups Help Maximize Water Quality and Reduce Cost!

Softeners are a critical component to the water treatment system. They help remove minerals to reduce scale and build-up in piping and heat transfer equipment.

Do You Know "Sloppy Sludge" from Shinola?

Sloppy sludge is a challenge in wastewater treatment. It pays to be informed on treatment equipment and how chemicals can impact this process.

What are Top Reasons an Organization Should Prioritize Safety?

Having a team that has been trained in proper safety procedures and practices ensures not only their own safety, but also the safety of customers.

The Impact of Switching to Lake Michigan Water on Waukesha’s Commercial & Industrial Users

The water characteristics of Waukesha’s existing water supply and Lake Michigan water are quite different and will require users to consider how they manage their boiler and cooling water water treatment..

How to Install and Maintain Boiler Conductivity Electrodes

Learning how to properly install and maintain your boiler conductivity electrode will help improve the performance of your boiler.

12 Days of Service

A holiday blog highlighting 12 days of service in the water industry. Happy 2017. Thank you for your partnership.

Have You Hugged Your Boiler Today?

How you maintain and operate your steam boiler has a direct effect on the amount of energy, water and chemicals it uses.

When Good Boilers Go Bad. Common Problems that Shorten the Life of Your Boiler!

This article outlines a few common problems that can damage or destroy a boiler. Providing proper water treatment and regular maintenance can help prolong equipment life.

Better Water Management - An Opportunity to Improve Sustainability and Reduce Cost

Industrial facilities use large amounts of fresh water. By reducing water usage, facilities also achieve reduced energy cost, chemical cost savings, and other benefits.

Improving Patient Safety Through Stronger Water Management

While it is important to be compliant with the latest laws and regulations, the focal point of any effective Water Management Plan should put patient safety first.

Choosing The Right Sanitizer Can Help You Master Food & Beverage Biological Wastewater Treatment

Sanitizers are required in food and beverage facilities. Choosing the right sanitizer can impact wastewater treatment.

Is Your Vendor a Supplier or a Partner?

When a vendor relationship is built on trust, good communication, and a sincere investment in your business, it will drive meaningful value and a sustained competitive advantage.

What to Consider When Selecting the Right Biocide

Choosing the right biocide saves money, by reducing downtime and maintenance costs, and increasing production efficiency.

Cooling System Preseason Checklist

The time invested in preparation for cooling system start-up can pay big dividends later in the season.

How to Make Cooling System Start-up a Breeze This Year

Proper preparation in the preseason is critical to ensure system efficiency, sustainability, and dependability.

6 Benefits of Employee Training & Development

An effective employee training strategy can help employees be more productive, confident and boost moral.

Healthy Microbes Are Key to “Superstar” Wastewater Management

Bioaugmentation can be a game-changer for wastewater management, breaking down organic matter and cleaning up waste streams.

Feedwater Tank vs. Deaerator: How to Choose

A comparison of feedwater tanks and deaerators for storing and treating boiler feedwater.

How Your Water Guy Can Help You With Your Digester

Waste-to-energy initiatives can greatly benefit communities by mitigating various environmental concerns like pathogen control, odor control, and groundwater contamination.

Tapping into water savings? Your first step is a site audit.

A site audit can identify ways to reduce water, chemical, and energy usage.

Watertech an Exhibitor at the 2016 WHEA Technical Exhibition

Watertech is an exhibitor at the 2016 WHEA Technical Exhibit in Green Bay

The Cost (Savings) of Automation

Automation allows facility managers and water system operators to be more efficient.

Why It Pays to Promote Your Sustainability Successes

Driving down the cost of water through initiatives that reduce and recycle water is good for business and good for the environment.

Lombardi Walk/Run To Tackle Cancer

Vince Lombardi Walk/Run to Tackle Cancer - Milwaukee

Drive Down Water Costs Immediately With These Simple Steps

Between the price volatility of water, a growing concern for freshwater supply, and the necessity of water use in production processes, maintenance, and human consumption, it can be difficult for business owners and facility managers to manage water use in a way that is both good for business and good for the environment.

Cooling Tower Operation and Maintenance is the Key for Improved Energy Efficiency

Are you showing your cooling tower the TLC it needs to be running at its peak performance efficiently?

Boiler Shutdown

If proper care is not taken during the shutdown stage, these solids can settle out in drums and tubes and dry to a hard, tightly held deposit that could require chemical or severe mechanical cleaning.

Continuous Blowdown Method of Boiler Layup

The CDP or Continuous Blowdown method of boiler layup consists of piping continuous surface blowdown from the operating boiler to the bottom of the stand-by boiler.

Maintaining Cycles of Concentration

Your water treatment specialist can help you determine what the maximum number of cycles is for your system.

Measuring and Controlling Dissolved Solids

Your water treatment company can help you set surface blowdown conductivity control limits that maintain the dissolved solids in a safe, economical range.

June 28th Symposium and Open House

On June 28th Watertech of America celebrated our first annual Symposium and Open House!

How to Meet New Phosphorus Limits with Wastewater Management

Don’t be dissuaded by new regulations designed to reduce phosphorus in the Great Lakes Region watershed. Take a holistic wastewater management approach to meet discharge limits and keep you in regulatory compliance.

Steps to Bottom Blowing a Boiler

Preferred method of performing the bottom blowdown.

Adjusting your Feedwater Temperature

Increasing your feedwater temperature to above 180 degrees F will help reduce your chemical usage of oxygen scavenger, increase your efficiency and reduce thermal stress.

Cycles of Concentration in a Cooling Water System

Water treatment programs should maximize the frequency at which its water is cycled to prevent scaling.

Efficient Summer Cooling Tower Operation

Hopefully you have been busy getting your cooling water systems ready for the demand of the coming months

Cycling Up Water in a Recirculating Cooling Tower System

As the water evaporates in a cooling tower system, it leaves behind all of the dissolved solids that were present in the fresh makeup water used to replenish system losses

Feedwater Temperature

What is a target temperature for your feedwater?

Choosing the Best Oxygen Scavenger for Your Boiler System

It is well known that one of the greatest threats to the integrity of a steam system is corrosion due to the effects of dissolved oxygen.

OSHA Compliance with Global Harmonization System (GHS)

OSHA aligning their Hazard Communication System (HCS) with the UN's Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

WATERTECH Youtube Channels

Watertech's Media!

Who Are Water Professionals

There are many people in the community that spend good parts of their day managing water.

Starting Up a Boiler After Summer Layup

Before you fire up your boiler, there are some steps one should take to insure the boiler is functioning properly and efficiently.

Guidelines for Detecting Microorganisms in Cooling Water Systems

Shedding some light on the causes behind cooling water contamination

Microorganisms in Cooling Water Systems

Plant operators focus their attention on controlling scale and corrosion, but often neglect monitoring for microorganism growth and the accumulation of silt and other foulants.

Polymer Flocculants in Detail

This blog, we will go deeper into discussion about each type of flocculants.

Polymer Flocculants

Polymer flocculants, what are they? and what are they used for?

Legionnaire's Disease in the News

July 23, 2013: Our community is currently experiencing a larger than normal rate of legionella infections, including 29 suspect and confirmed cases in Milwaukee County, 19 of which are in the city of Milwaukee.

Membrane Filter Tests

Running these membrane filter tests can keep your system running more efficiently

Identifying Problem Condensate Areas Using Membrane Filters

Boiler plant operators are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of their steam condensate systems.

Membrane Filter Procedure

Sampling for iron in condensate systems using the membrane filter procedure

Boiler Oxygen Corrosion

The damage caused by oxygen can be extensive and quite costly

Controlling Oxygen Corrosion

Mechanical deaeration and chemical deaeration are the methods for controlling this corrosion

Deaerator / Feedwater Heater Performance

If you find you are using an excessive amount of oxygen-scavenging chemicals, you may want to investigate the performance of your deaerater (DA) or feedwater heater

Deaerator Inspection List

A properly operating deaerator is one of the most important pieces of equipment in a boiler room

Inefficiency of Deaerators

Deaerators play a vital role in the efficient production of steam, but you may find as time goes on their performance begins to decline. Here is a troubleshooting list that may be used to help identify the source of the decreased performance

2 Methods of Steam Monitoring

Accurate and easy monitoring of steam purity can help minimize the occurrence and degree of carryover and thus guarantee a trouble free operation.

Steam Monitoring for Carryover Introduction

Contaminants can cause post-boiler problems by leaving deposits or causing corrosion in critical areas of the steam system.

Steam Purity Measurement

An important factor in the efficient operation of a modern boiler system is the ability to accurately measure the level of carryover or steam purity.

Resin Background and Sampling

Use resins that will allow the system to operate at peak efficiency and maximum cost effectiveness

10 Reasons Why You Should Drink Water

A month without food, but only a week without water.

Cooling Tower Shutdown & Winter Operation

We have recently come across a couple of articles that deal with winter operation

Water Usage

Almost 25% of customers who took the survey didn’t know the total annual water usage.

Commit to Understanding Your Water Usage

The first in a series intended to help you think of ways to make water and water management part of your plans.

How BlueVUE can earn you LEED Points

Our blueVUE technology puts its emphasis on spurring business growth while simultaneously preserving the world’s most precious resource.

Legionella Standard 188-2015

Risk Management for Building Water Systems, aims to identify risk factors for growth and exposure of Legionella in industrial water systems.

Open Cooling Systems and Closed Systems Water Treatment Checklists

Proper preparation will save time and insure the smooth running of the system through peak demand periods.

Boiler Storage and Layup Part 2

While dry storage methods are most recommended, wet storage is an acceptable option in the event of a more temporary standby.

Boiler Storage and Layup Part 1

Waterside surfaces of boilers that are out of service are particularly susceptible to corrosion.

Update on FSMA Rules

The FDA's two new rules for "Good Manufacturing Practice and Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls" for human and animal consumption under FSMA.

What you need to know about FSMA

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) is a set of rules proposed by the FDA intended to prevent food-borne illness in the US food source.

Controlling Denitrification

Using microbicides to effectively manage denitrification.

Denitrification

Environmental conditions that foster certain microorganisms responsible for denitrification.

Loss of Nitrite in Closed Systems

Controlling corrosion with non-chromate inhibitors and how fluctuations in nitrite levels can challenge their effectiveness.

Top 3 Ways to Reduce Operating Costs in Cooling Systems

Cutting costs can be as simple as keeping your boilers and cooling towers well maintained, and free of scale and microbe build-up.

Our client reduced chemical costs by $7,000. Why it’s a success

Cutting back on labor hours leads to greater costs in the long-run as improperly maintained systems become less efficient. Automated systems can provide industrial and commercial facilities with a reliable substitute.

BlueVue

Find inefficiencies in your water usage with Blue Vue technology!

5 things you should know about Legionnaires’ disease

Legionnaires' disease, how it's contracted, where it's found, how it's treated, prevention methods, and business testing.

Mastering Corrective Actions is Key to Keeping Your System Healthy

As a facility manager, you will be working alongside your water treatment specialist as they offer guidance and support. But, in order for your boiler and cooling systems to run at maximum efficiency long-term, it will be crucial for operators to know how to perform water tests and how to take corrective action if the results are out of range.

3 Fundamental Principles Your Water Manager Should Know

To control the cost of industrial water use, system operators should be aware of three fundamental principles: mechanical system operation, water quality testing and interpretation, and chemical use and dosage.

Watertech of America Welcomes Chris Fox

Watertech welcomes Chris Fox to our team of water treatment professionals

How to Pick Your Perfect Match for Water Management

Guidelines for selecting the best industrial water treatment supplier.

Introducing Watertech U

Watertech of America's state-of-the-art facility for training operators and managers of industrial water systems.

Badger Meter and Watertech Press Release

Badger Meter and Watertech of America announce channel partner agreement.

Open Cooling Systems and Closed Systems Water Treatment Checklists

4 Common Traits of a Superstar Facility

Four common traits that allow for a fully optimized, reliable, and cost-efficient industrial water management system.

From Consultant to Program Manager: the Evolution of the Water Guy

The reduction in labor force, retirees, and increased efficiency expectations have paved the way for technological advancements in water management.

Our client reduced chemical costs by $7,000. Why it’s a success.

How Watertech's Legionella prevention strategies save customers money

Preventing Legionella bacteria cultures in cooling towers can be done with proper support from automated sensor alerts and chemical delivery.

Update on FSMA Rules

What You Need to Know about FSMA

Loss of Nitrite in Closed Systems

ASHRAE Guideline 12 - Legionella

From ASHRAE, Guideline 12 sets forth ways to manage the risks posed by cooling towers specific to Legionella.

Legionella Standard 188-2015

Water Usage

Steam Monitoring for Carryover Introduction

Steam Purity Measurement

Brochures

Aquassist: The Smart Way to Test Water

Discover how Aquassist is revolutionizing the way water testing is performed.

Walchem Intuition 6 Instruction Brochure

Brochure for Walchem Intuition 6

Glycol Services

Watertech is here to help you select the correct product and formula to protect your system.

Keyence FD-H Series Clamp-on Flow Sensor

Brochure for Keyence FD-H Series Clamp-on Flow Sensor

Pyxis ST-500 Fluorometer

Product information on Pyxis ST-500 series inline fluorometers for PTSA.

Walchem Intuition-9 Series Controllers

Product information about Walchem Intuition-9 series controllers.

CETCO RM-10 Brochure

RM-10 is a clay-based flocculant that cleans wastewater in one simple step.

EndoTherm Frequently Asked Questions

An 8 page brochure that answers to some of the most common questions about EndoTherm.

Contractor Referral Program

We sell, service and warranty pretreatment systems; including softeners, ROs, and dealkalizers.

WTA43 Series Softeners

Watertech’s softeners have been designed to meet the unique demands of boiler, cooling and other commercial and industrial applications.

WTeService

Learn how our eController is like having a Watertech expert in your facility 365 days a year.

Aquafilm Filming Technology Protects Entire System

Learn how Aquafilm forms a film or barrier to protect your entire system from scale and corrosion.

Walchem 900 Series Brochure

Product information on the Walchem 900 – Conductivity, pH/ORP & Disinfection

Freedom Plus - Pretreatment Services

Improve efficiency, reduce downtime and prolong equipment life with Freedom Plus Pretreatment Services.

EndoTherm Energy Savings Additive

Learn how EndoTherm reduces surface tension to maximize efficiency and save energy.

WT-Link Cellular Modem

Watertech's WT-Link allows easy, secure, reliable access to your water treatment controllers.

EVAPCO Water Saver

EVAPCO's Water Saver is engineered to improve water efficiency.

EVAPCO Pulse Pure

EVAPCO's Pulse Pure system utilizes pulsed-power technology to treat cooling water without chemicals.

Freedom Plus - Drumless Delivery

Drumless chemical delivery improves safety and minimizes risk.

Sludge Dewatering Handbook

This Sludge Dewatering Handbook presents key parameters to take into account to optimize sludge treatment with Watertech's organic polymers.

Wastewater Treatment

Wastewater has the experience to help troubleshoot challenges and meet compliance requirements.

Watertech of America, Inc. - Overview

Read more about Watertech of America, Inc. - We are More Than a Water Treatment Solution.

Certified Water Technologist - CWT

CWT is a standard of excellence – it means you are working with the best in the industry.

Boiler Layup Procedures

Laying up a boiler extends the life of your equipment. This brochure reviews dry, wet and continuous blowdown methods of storage.

Boiler Water Treatment

Better water management improves the performance of your boiler and saves money.

Chemical Product Lines

Watertech carries a full range of chemistries. This brochure outlines many of the most common products.

Chlorine Dioxide Generator - Dioxide Pacific

Download this brochure to learn the many benefits and applications for chlorine dioxide.

Monochloramine Generator – Sanipur Sanikill

Monochloramine is an U.S. EPA approved disinfectant for controlling Legionella.

Sanipur Sanikill Technical Brochure

A technical brochure for Sanikill-Lite, Sanipur's monochloramine generator.

Klenphos-400

The next generation, ultimate corrosion inhibitor for potable water systems.

Water Softener Maintenance

Tune-ups help maximize water quality and reduce cost.

ZymeBac AP 1X

An effective solution containing microorganisms to break down fats, oils, grease, starches and proteins.

ZymeBac AP 10X

An effective solution containing microorganisms to break down fats, oils, grease, starches and proteins.

ZymeBac Results

See the results on a dairy lift station after using ZymeBac to manage grease build-up.

Cooling Water Treatment Solutions

An efficient cooling water system is about more than preventing scale and corrosion.

Cooling Start-up Checklist

This checklist outlines preventive maintenance steps for doing a seasonal start-up.

Aegis Filming Amines

Learn how AEGIS products form a protective barrier to protect your system.

Aluminum Chlorohydrate WT1710P

Learn how Aluminum Chlorohydrate can improve water, quality reduce costs and improve efficiency.

The A-Team – Applications Team

Watertech's onsite Applications Team allows us to better meet the needs of our customers.

Control Systems - Basic & Pro Series

These cooling controller panels are designed to meet every application and budget.

Bioactiv-8-or

Bioactiv-8-or applies science to provide solutions for today's industrial wastewater challenges

Badger Meter Recordall Flow Meter

Brochure and specifications for Badger Meter Recordall Flow Meter

Got Water? Watertech Understands Dairy Water Treatment Challenges!

Wisconsin is a recognized leader for dairy and water management.

Boiler Startup Checklist

Proper preparation will save water, energy and chemical dollars by ensuring deposit-free, corrosion-free and efficient heat transfer surfaces throughout the heating season.

Cooling Layup Procedures

By following these shutdown instructions, you will be guaranteed a worry-free winter and a trouble-free start-up in spring!

Healthcare Water Management

Is your water health? Building a foundation based on safety delivers results.

Nephros Filters Aid in Infection Control

Nephros FDA cleared hospital water filtration is an important addition to aid in infection control.

ASHRAE 188-2015 Overview

Legionellosis: Risk Management for Building Water Systems

Water Management Programs

Most Legionella outbreaks could be prevented with effective water management.

Boiler Conductivity Probe for Walchem Controllers

Product information for Boiler Conductivity Probe for Walchem Controllers

Walchem 100 Series Boiler and Cooling Tower Controllers

Brochure and specifications for Walchem 100 Series boiler and cooling tower controllers

Blancett Meters Overview

Product information guide for Blancett Meters Overview

Turner Handheld Little Dipper Brochure

Product information for the Turner Handheld Little Dipper fluorometer.

Walchem WebMasterONE Controller

Brochure and specifications for Walchem WebMasterONE Controller

Turner Little Dipper Specifications

Specifications for Turner Designs’ Little Dipper in-line fluorometer.

AMBF Liquid Filter Bags

Product information for AMBF Liquid Filter Bags

AMBF High Efficiency Pleated Cartridges

Product information for AMBF High Efficiency Pleated Cartridges

AMBF Hazmat Sorbents

Product information for AMBF Hazmat Sorbents

AMBF Glass Microfiber Cartridges

Product information for AMBF Glass Microfiber Cartridges

AMBF Carbon Block Cartridges

Production information for AMBF Carbon Block Cartridges

AMBF Bag Filter Housings

Product information for AMBF Bag Filter Housings

AMBF 625 HF High Flow Cartridges

Product information for AMBF 625 High Flow Series Cartridges

Belden 9680 Cable Specifications

Specifications for the 9680 Multi-Conductor - Low Capacitance Computer Cable

Advantage Controls NanoTron Brochure

Product information for Advantage Controls NanoTron Brochure

Bag Filter Housings

Product Information Guide for Bag Filter Housings

Badger PFT3 Pulse Transmitter

Technical brief for Badger PFT3 Pulse Transmitter

Badger Magnetic Meters

Production information guide for Badger Magnetic Meters

Blue White Flexpro Pump Specifications

Specification brochure for Blue White Flexpro Pump

Blue White Micro-Flo Brochure

Brochure and specifications for the Blue-White Micro-Flo low flow chemical resistant flow meter.

Blancett B3000 Flow Monitor Data Sheet

Product information guide for Blancett B3000 Flow Monitor Data Sheet

Pulsafeeder Chem-Tech XP Series

Brochure and specifications for ChemTech XP Series peristaltic pumps

Seametrics MJ Series Brochure

Brochure and Specifications for Seametrics MJ Series multijet flow meter

Stenner Pumps Classic Single Head Adjustable Specifications

Pulsatron A Plus Chemical Feed Pump Brochure

Brochure and specifications for the Pulsafeeder Pulsatron A+ chemical feed pumps

Pulsatron E Plus Chemical Feed Pump Brochure

Brochure and specifications for the Pulsafeeder Pulsatron E Plus chemical feed pumps

Seametrics PS40 Pulse Splitter Specifications

Brochure and secifications for the Seametrics PS40 flow meter pulse splitter.

Walchem EZ Series Pump Brochure

Walchem EZ Series Pump Brochure: Electronic Metering

Walchem EHE Series Brochure

Product information on the Walchem EHE Series

Walchem Auto-Degassing Valve Brochure

Product information for the Walchem Auto Degassing Valve

FlowLine DL14 EchoPod Level Sensor

Brochure and specifications for Echo Pod DL14

FlowLine DL10 EchoPod Level Sensor

Brochure and specifications for Echo Pod DL10

Walchem 600 Series Brochure

Product information on the Walchem 600 – Conductivity, pH/ORP & Disinfection

Dritech Feeder Selection Chart

Dritech Solv-Ultima 150 Dry Feeder

Solv-Ultima Dissolver System with Shutoff

Opti-Check Handheld PTSA Sensor Specifications

Specifications for the Turner Designs Opti-Check Handheld PTSA Analyzer

Solv-Ultima 150 Brochure

Product information for Solv-Ultima 150 Non-Electric Mix & Feed System for Solid Concentrates

Flowline Echopod Brochure

Flowline Echopod Ultrasonic Level Switch, Controller and Trasmitter Brochure

DS and pDS Meters

Brochure and specifications for DS and pDS Conductivity Meters

Myron L Ultrameter II 6PFC Brochure

Brochure and specifications for the Myron L 6PFC Ultrameter II analyzer. Tests for conductivity, pH, ORP, TDS and Free Chlorine with a single meter.

Double Wall Rectangular Diketank Specifications

Double Wall Cylindrical Diketank Specifications

AMBF Cartridge Filter Housings

Product information for AMBF Cartridge Filter Housings

AMBF Quad Series Meltblown Filters

Product information for AMBF Quad Series Meltblown Filters

AMBF String Wound Cartridges

Product information for AMBF String Wound Cartridges

Gemini Square Tank 70 gallon Specifications

Drawing and specifications for Peabody 70 gallon square double wall containment tank

AMBF Standard Efficiency Pleated

Product information for AMBF Standard Efficiency Pleated

AMBF Stainless Steel Cartridges

Product information for AMBF Stainless Steel Cartridges

Gemini Square Tank 120 gallon Specifications

Drawing and specifications for Peabody 120 gallon square double wall containment tank

AMBF PTFE Membrane Cartridges

Product information for AMBF PTFE Membrane Cartridges

AMBF POEL Liquid Filter Bags

Product information for AMBF POEL Series Filter Bags

Blancett Product Line Brochure

Product information guide for Blancett Product Line Brochure

AMBF PES Membrane Cartridges

Product information for AMBF Polyethersulfone Membrane Cartridges

Blancett Model 1100 Datasheet

Product information guide for Blancett Model 1100 Datasheet

Badger Meter Flow Instrumentation Products

Production information guide for Badger Meter Flow Instrumentation Products

Calculators

Deaerator Calculator

Determines the required water and steam flows for a required feedwater mass flow.

Tank Volume Calculator

A tool to calculate the capacity of any tank.

Saturated Steam Calculator

Calculates saturated liquid and gas properties for a given pressure or temperature.

Water Usage Calculator

Interactive calculator to help you understand and estimate your water usage.

Case Studies

Aquafilm Plastics Industry Case Study

Aquafilm improves corrosion resistance to protect assets at a plastics facility.

Polydose Tagged Polymer Case Study

Polydose utilizes an inert tracer and tagged polymer to improve monitoring and detect upsets.

CETCO RM-10 Corrugated Box Manufacturing Case Study

See how RM-10 cuts costs and labor.

Aquafilm Wood Processing Case Study

See how Aquafilm can improve system performance and reduce costs.

Dechlorination Case Study

Learn how this system was able to meet DNR requirements for compliance.

EndoTherm Station Medical Center 4-Month Trial

See how EndoTherm can improve efficiency and reduce costs.

EndoTherm Allegany College 3-Month Trial

EndoTherm Aramark 4-Month Trial

EVAPCO Pulse~Pure Case Study

EVAPCO's Pulse~Pure system is chemical-free, utilizing pulsed-power technology.

Aquafilm Lumber Drying Case Study

Aquafilm improves steam boiler efficiency, increases energy savings for a lumber company.

Manufacturing Case Study

Watertech was able to recommend an easy upgrade resulting in $10K annual savings.

Paper Industry Case Study

Watertech was able to help a paper company to realize over $75K in energy chemical and cost savings.

Pulp & Paper Case Study

Watertech updated a plants feed and control technology and installed WTeService to monitor and track performance to save $40K annually.

Manufacturing Case Study

Watertech was able to recommend innovative ways to manage a system, resulting in $200K annual savings.

Ethanol Case Study

Watertech helped a 50 million gallon per year ethanol plant increase production by more than 15K gallons per day and save over $35K annually.

Wastewater Case Study

Watertech helped a manufacturing firm change their wastewater process and realize $35,000 in annual savings.

AEGIS 8350 Case Study

Filming amines add a protective film to all metal surfaces, protecting them from scale and corrosion.

AEGIS 8351 Case Study

Filming amines helped decrease iron concentration by 98.6% in three weeks.

Company News

Aquassist: Revolutionizing Water Testing

Aquassist: The Smart Way to Test Water!

Watertech Earns National Legionella Certification

Members of our Water Safety team have completed the necessary training and examinations required to become part of the first ever class of Certified Legionella Water Safety and Management Specialists.

Innovation Knows No Boundaries

Our in-house equipment team made a modification to a pail vault that the manufacturer plans to use as a standard moving forward.

Watertech Releases Automation Video

Why Automate Your Water System?

Legionella Statement - AWT

Legionella statement from the Association of Water Technologies.

Manuals

Walchem Intuition-9 Series Controller Manual

Blue-White Flexflo Peristaltic Metering Pump A2 Series Manual

Operation Manual for Blue-White Flexflo Peristaltic A2 Series Metering Pump

Keyence FD-R Series Clamp-on Flow Sensor

Operation Manual for Keyence FD-R Series Clamp-on Flow Sensor

Blue-White Flexflo Peristaltic Metering Pump Manual

Operation Manual for Blue-White Flexflo Peristaltic Metering Pump

Scientific CLX Chlorine Monitor Manual

Operation Manual for Scientific CLX Chlorine Monitor

Iwaki EWN-R Metering Pump Manual

Operation Manual for Iwaki EWN-R Metering Pump

FD-H Series Flow Sensor Manual

Instruction Manual for FD-H Series Flow Sensor

Walchem Intuition 6 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual for Walchem Intuition 6

Pyxis ST-500 Series

Instruction manual for Pyxis ST-500 series.

AP Tech Ultra S Manual

Operation manual for AP Tech Ultra S

Walchem W900 Circuit Board Replacement

Instructions for Walchem W900 Circuit Board Replacement

Walchem 900 Series Manual

Operation manual for Walchem 900 Series

Hayward TBH Series True Union Ball Valve

Operation manual for Hayward TBH Series True Union Ball Valve

Hayward True Union Ball Check Valves

Operation Manual for Hayward True Union Ball Check Valves

Keyence FD-Q Series Clamp-on Flow Sensor

Operation Manual for Keyence FD-Q Series Clamp-on Flow Sensor

Walchem Contacting Conductivity General Purpose Sensors

Operations Manual for Walchem Contacting Conductivity General Purpose Sensors

eController Manual

Operation manual for eController

Turner Little Dipper 2 Fluorometer Instruction Manual

Operation manual for Turner Little Dipper 2 Fluorometer

WDB400 Dual Boiler Controller Instruction Manual

Operation manual for WDB400 Dual Boiler Controller

eController Keypad Quick Guide

Operation manual for eController Keypad Quick Guide

WEL pH-ORP Manual

Operation manual for WEL pH-ORP Electrodes

WCT400/410 Series Cooling Tower Conductivity Controller Instruction Manual

Operation manual for WCT400/410 Series Cooling Tower Conductivity Controller

Walchem 600 Series Manual

Operation manual for Walchem 600 Series

Fleck 207000 Service Manual

Operation manual for Fleck 207000

Fleck 9000, 9100, 9500 Service Manual

Operation manual for Fleck 9000, 9100, 9500

Fleck 3900 Service Manual

Operation manual for Fleck 3900

Fleck 2900s Downflow & Upflow Service Manual

Operation manual for Fleck 2900s Downflow & Upflow

Turner Little Dipper 2 Inline Manual

Operation manual for Turner Little Dipper 2 Inline

Turner LD2 Manual Little Dipper 2

Operation manual for Turner LD2 Manual Little Dipper 2

Cartridge Filter Housing Manual

Operation manual for cartridge filter housings.

Miura Hardness Analyzer CMU-224HE Manual

Operation manual for Miura Hardness Analyzer CMU-224HE

Seametrics IP80 Inseration Paddlewheel Flow Meter Manual

Operation manual for Seametrics IP80 insertion paddlewheel flow meter

Seametrics MJ Meter Manual

Operation manual for Seametrics MJ Series multijet flow meter

Walchem EZ Series Metering Pump Manual

Operation manual for Walchem EZ Series Metering Pump

Blancett B3000 Flow Monitor Manual

Operation manual for Blancett B3000 Flow Monitor Manual

Walchem Chemical Compatibility Manual

Eddington Duplex Injection Quills Manual

Operation manual for Eddington Duplex Injection Quills

Blue-White A-100NF Peristaltic Metering Pump Manual

Operation manual for Blue-White A-100NF Peristaltic Metering Pump

Grundfos DDI 222 Dosing Pump Manual

Operation manual Grundfos DDI 222 Dosing Pump

Blue White Micro-Flo Manual

Operation manual for the Blue-White Micro-Flo, low flow chemical resistant flow meter.

Blue White Flexpro Pump Manual

Operation manual for Blue White Flexpro Pump

Blancett Model 1100 Manual

Operation manual for Blancett Model 1100 Manual

Badger Meter Recordall Flow Meter Turbo Manual

Operation manual for Badger Meters Recordall Turbo line of tubine flow meters

Badger Recordall Manual

Operation manual for Badger Recordall® Disc Series Meters

Lakos TwistIIClean Manual

Operation manual for Lakos TwistIIClean

Badger Meter SDI Insertion Flow Meter Manual

Operation manual for Badger Meter's SDI inseration paddlewheel flow meter.

Turbodisc Filter with Booster Pump Manual

Operation manual for Automatic Turbodisc Booster System - Addendum

Turbodisc Filter MAXIM Controller Manual

Operation manual for The Maxim filter backflush controller

Ultrapen PT1 Manual

Operation manual for Ultrapen PT1

Hach Free or Total Chlorine Test Kit

Operation manual for Hach Free or Total Chlorine Test Kit

Dritech Feeder Manual

Operation manual for Dritech Feeder Single Solid Dissolver

Flowline Echopod Manual

Operation manual for Flowline Echopod DL14, DL24 & DL34 Series

Flowline Echosonic II Manual

Operation manual for Flowline Echosonic II

Myron L PT2 pH Pen Manual

Brochure and specifications for the Myron-L PT2 pH pen

Opti-Check Handheld PTSA Sensor Manual

Operation manual for the Turner Designs Opti-Check Handheld PTSA Analyzer

Opti-Check Handheld PTSA Sensor Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide for Opti-Check Handheld PTSA Analyzer

Opti-Guide Handheld PTSA Sensor Diagnosis Guide

Diagnosis Guide for Opti-Check Quick Handheld PTSA Analyzer

Belimo Blow Down Valve Manual

Operation manual for Belimo B2 series 2-way characterized control valve

Presentations

Boiler & Cooling Boot Camp Level I

Presentations Slides from our Boiler & Cooling Level I Boot Camp

Boiler & Cooling Boot Camp Level 2

Presentations Slides from our Boiler & Cooling Level II Boot Camp

Simplifying Legionella Regulations & Control

A presentation addressing Legionella, the problems that it causes for industry, and how to monitor and control it's presence.

Product Information

Liquid Filters Bags

Miura CMU-124H Colormetry

POEL Series Liquid Filter Bags

Miura CMU-124H Troubleshooting Guide

H2Tronics NC3150-II Pulse Timer Operation

Quad Series Meltblown Filters

Standard Efficiency Pleated Filtration Applications

Hach Surface Scatter 7

Surface Scatter & Turbidimeter Brochure

Turner Opti-Check Fluorometer Brochure

Triton Configuration for a Cellular Modem

Triton USB File

Triton USB On the Go File

WTA61 Series Dealkalizers

WTA61 Series Alternating Twin Dealkalizers

Neptune Injection Products

Neptune Corporation Stops and Injection Quills

WTA62 Series Dealkalizers

WTA64 Series Dealkalizers

Ultra Spill Pallets

Ultra Spill Containment Pallets

WTA65 Series Dealkalizers

Veris Current Sensor

Veris Hawkeye 708/908 Series Current Sensors

WTA52 Series Filters

WTA54 Series Filters

WTA55 Series Filters

WTA41 Series Alternating Twin Water Softeners

WTA42 Series Water Softeners

WTA44 Series Water Softeners

WTA45 Series Water Softeners

Walchem WDP 410, 420, 440 pH ORP Controllers

Valvcon Actuator Bulletin

Walchem WEL Series pH/ORP Electrodes

Walchem WebAlert Web Based Remote Monitoring & Datalogging

pH/ORP Sensor Troubleshooting

Walchem WPH410/420 pH/ORP Controllers

Walchem Troubleshooting WBL Controllers

WCT400/410 Cooling Tower Controllers

Walchem Webmaster Security Profile

MRS Meters

JLP Plastic Meters

JSJ Parts

Keyence eController Flowmeter Wiring SOP

Seametrics IP80 Series Flow Sensor

ProMinent Chamical Resistance List

ProMinent Concept Plus Series

TX100/200 Series Turbine

Seametrics WT Series Meters

Seametrics WJ Series Meters

Seametrics FT400 Series Display

FluoroSense Handheld Fluorometer

Phenol Red pH Test

TC-0004-M TestMaster Senior Metal Cabinet

Vector Filter Conversion Kit

Vector Fleck Closure Style Bypass Filter Feeder

Vector 700-1000 Series Bypass Feeders

Vector High Flow Bypass Filter Feeder

Vector 900 Series Bypass Feeder (High Flow)

Vector High Pressure Funnel Style Bypass Filter

Vector 500-600 Series Bypass Feeders

Watertech Test Kits

Turbodisc Filter System Drawing

System Drawing

Vector Bromine Feeder

Vector Economate Series Biocide Feeders

Turbodisc Filter Flyer

Turbodisc Filter Applications Flyer

Gemini Containment Tanks

Gemini Containment Tanks: 15, 20, 40, 62, 120, 220, 500

American Melt Blown & Filtration (AMBF) Page Links

Links to AMBF product pages

Recordall Turbo Meter Data Sheet

Recordall Brass Meters (1-1/2"-2")

Recordall Plastic Meters (5/8" - 1")

Recordall Brass Meters (5/8 - 1")

Wiring Badger Recordall RTR Wiring

Developing a Water Management Program to Reduce Legionella Growth

Developing a Water Management Program to Reduce Legionella Growth & Spread in Buildings

Legionnaire's Disease is 100% preventable

Protect your community and your business with a water management plan.

Boiler Water Treatment Programs

BOILER WATER TREATMENT PROGRAMS. We know the intricacies of boiler systems...inside and out.

Cooling Water Treatment Programs

COOLING WATER TREATMENT PROGRAMS. Watertech knows an efficient running system is about more than just preventing corrosion and scale formation.

Boiler Water Polymer Test Procedure

Step by step procedures for performing the Boiler Water Polymer Test.

Microbial Control of Cooling Water Systems

A standard outlining a performance based approach to the maintenance of cooling water systems with respect to the control of microorganisms.

Health and Safety Executive - Legionnaires' Disease

Advice on the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act concerning the risk from exposure to legionella bacteria.

Corrosion in Cooling Waters

A document reviewing corrosion types and solutions in cooling water systems.

Best Practices for Control of Legionella

An aid to cooling tower operators providing guidance in order to minimize Legionella.

Removing Heavy Metals from Wastewater

A manual providing general guidelines on how to remove dissolved metals from wastewaters.

Water-Cooled vs. Air-Cooled Systems

The benefits of water-cooled systems vs. air-cooled systems for air-conditioning applications.

Preventing Legionellosis Part 2

More on how to prevent/minimize Legionella in your water systems.

Chiller Use and Best Practices

Overview and understanding of heat transfer refrigerant equipment.

Scale and Evaporative Condenser Performance

Effects of scale on evaporative condensers.

Energy Loss from Scale Deposits

A graph displaying thickness of different types of scale relative to energy loss percentage.

Reverse Osmosis Membrane Cleaning

Chemical use to prevent biofilm and scale on reverse osmosis system membranes.

Reducing Costs in a Steam-Generating System

Methods of reducing fuel cost by minimizing boiler water blowdown rates.

Steam Safety

Information to keep your steam system operating safely and efficiently.

Water Management Report

Including articles regarding water resource opportunities, conservation, reuse, and many other topics.

World Water Content

Info-graph displaying the existence of the world's water.

Technical Documents

Guidance for Maintaining Water Systems During Reduced Use

IDPH memorandum to provide guidance for maintaining water quality and safety in building water systems.

Responding to Water Stagnation in Buildings with Reduced or No Water Use

A new standard from AWWA for reopening buildings with stagnant water to help reduce the risk of Legionella.

EndoTherm Technical Bulletin

Technical document for EndoTherm.

Watertech Controller Panel 3040-3C

Technical Drawing of Watertech Controller Panel 3040-3C

Cooling System Preseason Checklist

Regulatory Resources

Documents and resources from associations and regulatory agencies.

Side Stream Filtration for Cooling Towers

An evaluation assessing side stream filtration options for cooling towers.

Tower/Condenser Cleaning Procedure - WT-3748

Step-by-step procedure for scale deposition removal using WT-3748.

Tower/Condenser Cleaning Procedure - WT-3747

Step-by-step procedure for scale deposition removal using WT-3747.

eController USB Quick Start Guide

eController 4-20mA Wiring

eController Boot Troubleshooting

eController Boiler Sensor Troubleshooting

eController Wiring Notes

Aquamatic K52 Valve Number Guide

Flow Meter Guide

Test Procedures

Sulfite Buret Titration Test Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Low Hardness Buret Titration Test Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Alkalinity Buret Titration Test Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

DR-900 Chlorine Dioxide Test Procedure

A step by step Chlorine Dioxide, DPD method test procedure using Hach's DR-900.

DR-900 Chlorine Free Test Procedure

A step by step Chlorine Free, DPD method test procedure using Hach's DR-900.

DR-900 Chlorine Total Test Procedure

A step by step Chlorine Total, DPD method test procedure using Hach's DR-900.

DR-900 Iron Total Ferro Ver Test Procedure

A step by step Iron Total, Ferro Ver method test procedure using Hach's DR-900.

DR-890 Iron Total Ferro Ver Test Procedure

A step by step Iron Total, Ferro Ver method test procedure using Hach's DR-890.

DR-890 Chlorine Dioxide Test Procedure

A step by step Chlorine Dioxide, DPD method test procedure using Hach's DR-890.

DR-890 Chlorine Total Test Procedure

A step by step Chlorine Total, DPD method test procedure using Hach's DR-890.

DR-890 Chlorine Free Test Procedure

A step by step Chlorine Free, DPD method test procedure using Hach's DR-890.

P&T Alkalinity Drop Test - Endpoint ID™ Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Hardness Total Drop Test - Endpoint ID™ Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Calcium Hardness Drop Count Test Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Trace Hardness Drop Count Test Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Chloride Drop Count Test Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Nitrite Drop Count Test Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Organophosphonate Drop Count Test Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Sulfite Drop Count Test Procedure

A step-by-step video procedure with the option to print written instructions.

Total Hardness Titration Test Procedure

Step by step procedures for performing the Total Hardness Titration Test.

Chloride Titration Test Procedure

Step by step procedures for performing the Chloride Titration Test.

Calcium Titration Test Procedure

Step by step procedures for performing the Calcium Titration Test.

Total Polymer Test Procedure

Step by step procedures for performing the Total Polymer Test.

Videos

Water Treatment Boot Camp 2025

Request full access for trainings from our water treatment boot camp series by filling out our form.

Aquassist: Smart Water Testing & Analytics

Aquassist is revolutionizing water testing.

EndoTherm

This video outlines how EndoTherm can help you save up to 15% on energy costs.

Aquafilm

This video outlines how Aquafilm differs from traditional boiler water treatment programs.

Bluevantage

Better water management leads to water, energy and financial savings.

Voice of Our Customers

Testimonials from our customers on partnering with Watertech.

Who is Watertech of America?

A corporate overview video that highlights who we are and how we work.

Water Treatment Automation

Watertech of America's automation package provides 24/7 visibility, protection and response to help manage your facility's water.

Inside View of an Operating Steam Boiler

A video showing what goes on inside a steam boiler.

Inside Steam Boilers

A video showing what goes on inside a steam boiler.

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