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Where Are PFAS Coming From?
Aug 14, 2025
You may have heard the term PFAS in the news at some point in the recent past — often in connection with contaminated drinking water or health concerns. But where exactly did these chemicals come from, what are they, and why does it seem like they’re everywhere...
Summer Cooling Tower Water Treatment
Jul 31, 2025
Don’t sweat it! Beat the Heat and Treat Cooling Tower WaterWhen summer hits full stride, cooling towers become the frontline defense against the heat. Proper water treatment keeps your system clean, balanced, and performing at its best. From controlling scale and...
Water: The Universal Solvent
Jun 16, 2025
The Universal Solvent Water isn’t just essential for life—it’s a chemical powerhouse. You’ve probably heard it called the “universal solvent,” but what does that actually mean? And why does it matter? Let’s break it down.What Does "Universal Solvent" Mean? The term...
What are Cycles of Concentration, and Why do They Matter?
Apr 15, 2025
Cycles of Concentration Cycles of concentration (CoC) refer to the ratio of dissolved solids in recirculating water compared to the make-up water added to replace losses from evaporation, leaks, or blowdown. Essentially, it measures how concentrated the dissolved...
Have you Heard of the Industrial Revolution? A Brief History of the Steam Boiler
Mar 24, 2025
Early Beginnings Okay, technically the practical use of steam predates the Industrial Revolution. In fact, you can trace the origins of steam-harnessing all the way back to the first century (Search for ‘Hero of Alexandria’s aeolipile’ for more information on that)....
The Lake House
Mar 14, 2025
About the Author: Conner McCoy is a marketing writer at Fact Water Co., using his love of the english language to craft web pages, blogs, emails, and anything else that needs written. In his free time, Conner enjoys hiking, reading, writing, gaming, playing most...
The Importance of Boiler Water Pre-Treatment
Mar 10, 2025
Treating Boiler Water Any business that utilizes boilers should be aware of the importance of boiler water pre-treatment. Feedwater that enters a boiler can carry within it any number of impurities, contaminants, or other unwanted material that can harm the boiler and...
What is Biofilm?
Mar 10, 2025
Biofilm: What is it and How Does it Affect Water Applications? What is Biofilm? Water can be a breeding ground for microscopic organisms, which can multiply and spread throughout water and cause problems within a system. This is called biological growth and is a...
Options for Simplifying Boiler Water Treatment
Mar 10, 2025
Boiler water treatment is an important part of boiler maintenance, and proper treatment can save time and money in the long run. Water can become a breeding ground for many different issues that could impact the performance of a boiler, or lead to a shortened working...
3 Ways to Reduce Costs and Downtime
Mar 10, 2025
Why Proactive Water Treatment is Useful Water Treatment is important for many industrial processes, but maintaining consistent, high-quality water treatment can be tricky and costly if not done correctly. Check out these three tips for maintaining better water...
3 Key Considerations for Selecting a Cooling Tower Water Treatment Program
Mar 10, 2025
Cooling Tower water Treatment ProgramsWhen selecting a cooling tower water treatment program, there are several factors and considerations to keep in mind. Here are three of the most important things to consider when selecting a water treatment program for cooling...
Filming Amines
Mar 9, 2025
Filming Amines for Water Treatment Filming amines, also sometimes referred to as film-forming amines, or polyamines, are a category of products for boilers, closed-loops, and even cooling systems based on the tendency of the products to form a hydrophobic protective...