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Is Legionella Testing Required?

Jeff Rogers, MPH

April 9, 2024

Within the realm of Legionella servicing, prioritizing safety measures against Legionnaires' disease remains essential. A common question that arises is whether Legionella testing is necessary. Recognizing the significance of proactive...

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What are the Safe Levels of Legionella?

April 9, 2024

In the realm of Legionella servicing, understanding the safe levels of Legionella bacteria in water is critical. Legionella, a bacterium that thrives in water environments, poses risks to human health...

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The Vital Role of Water Testing

November 9, 2023

Water, an essential resource for life and daily activities, should be pure and safe for consumption. Yet, various contaminants, including Legionella, total coliforms (including E. coli), and copper & iron,...

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Preparing for Winter: Shutting Down Your Cooling Tower for the Season

November 8, 2023

As the seasons change and temperatures drop, it's time for facility managers and building owners to consider shutting down their cooling towers for the winter. Properly winterizing your cooling tower...

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Tackling the Rising Threat of Legionella in Aging Infrastructure

Jeff Rogers, MPH

November 8, 2023

As our cities and buildings age, they carry with them a hidden menace - an increased risk of Legionella contamination. This potentially lethal bacteria, responsible for Legionnaires' disease and Pontiac...

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The Link Between Scaling in Cooling Towers and Under Deposit Corrosion, Affecting Heat Exchange Efficiency

November 8, 2023

Cooling towers play a vital role in various industries, facilitating heat exchange and maintaining equipment efficiency. However, an often overlooked problem—scaling—can wreak havoc on these systems. In this blog, we'll...

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