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Legionella Testing: Understanding the Legal Risks & Responsibilities

Jeff Rogers, MPH

April 9, 2024

Legionella servicing is a critical aspect of maintaining water systems to prevent the proliferation of Legionella bacteria, which can cause Legionnaires' disease. Understanding the legal requirements surrounding Legionella testing is...

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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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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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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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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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The Water Drop™: Episode 1

Jeff Rogers, MPH

October 30, 2023

What is Legionella?...

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