When proper water conditioning is not carried out in industrial boilers, the resulting problems both increase energy costs and significantly shorten equipment lifespan. A scale layer of just 3 mm thickness can reduce heat transfer by 20%.
The Cost of Scaling
While scale buildup reduces heat transfer, it increases energy consumption. This causes operating costs to rise unnecessarily. With appropriate water conditioning programs, these costs can be significantly reduced.
An Effective Water Conditioning Program
A successful boiler water conditioning program should cover feed water analysis, feed water pre-treatment, in-boiler chemical dosing, and periodic blowdown management. StarChem's StarScale CB-100 series is formulated to meet these needs.