Heat Transfer Fluids for HVAC and Refrigeration Systems

HVAC Application Fluid

Why Your Water-based HVAC System Needs a Fluid That Provides the Best Protection and Performance

If you design, install, or operate a water-based heating or air conditioning system, there is a lot riding on your heat transfer fluid.

Protection Against Freeze Damage — If your system is exposed to freezing temperatures, your fluid must provide protection against winter freeze-up, and resulting burst pipes or damage to other system components. Without this protection, you can face catastrophic damage to building contents, untimely system shut downs, and the high cost of installing replacement parts.

Protection Against Corrosion — But freeze protection isn’t the only reason to choose the right fluid. There is also the ever-present threat of corrosion damage in your system’s circulating system...caused by water and made even worse by improperly inhibited glycol fluids. Although corrosion damage may not result in catastrophic failure, it can be every bit as costly. If allowed to occur unchecked, corrosion in your system can reduce operating efficiency. What’s more, it can lead to extended system shut downs and significant expense for system cleaning and other maintenance, as well as replacement of damaged components.

Protection Against Financial Loss — The cost to repair or replace damaged system components can be small compared to the other potential costs associated with system failure. Building occupants may suffer hours of discomfort and building contents can be damaged or ruined should you experience a freeze- or corrosion-related failure. Severe business problems such as computer failure are possible, valuable records can be lost, and rental income can be adversely affected. You may even face the threat of liability suits due to these damages.

Protection for Your Reputation and Future Business — If you design, install, or maintain heating or air conditioning systems, your reputation and your chances for repeat and referral business depend on long-lasting, trouble-free system performance. And if you own or manage buildings, your ability to attract and retain tenants and maintain lease revenues depends on your ability to deliver a comfortable, productive environment without incurring unnecessary expenses for system maintenance, repairs, and replacement.

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