• Mon - Fri: 8:00 - 17:00

Water Treatment for Boilers & Chilled Water Systems                                                    

Practical training on water treatment for boilers and chilled water systems. Prevent scaling, corrosion and fouling while improving efficiency.

  • Online – Microsoft Teams
  • 26 – 27 March 2026
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    2 CPD  Points
  • Price : R 8 999.00
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Water Treatment for Boilers & Chilled Water Systems

LEARNING OUTCOMES

After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:

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Understand basic and applied water chemistry principles

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Identify common water-related problems in boilers and chilled water systems

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Select appropriate water treatment strategies

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Monitor and control water quality parameters effectively

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Prevent scale formation, corrosion, fouling, and microbiological growth

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Improve system efficiency and extend equipment service life

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Interpret water analysis reports and treatment data

Fundamentals of Water Chemistry

  • Water as a solvent and heat transfer medium

  • Key water quality parameters (pH, alkalinity, hardness, TDS, conductivity)

  • Dissolved gases and their effects

  • Understanding water analysis reports

Boiler Systems – Water Quality Requirements

  • Boiler system overview (feedwater, boiler water, condensate)

  • Scale formation and its impact on heat transfer

  • Corrosion mechanisms in boilers and condensate systems

  • Carryover, foaming, and priming

  • Boiler blowdown principles and control

Boiler Water Treatment Methods

  • External water treatment (softening, demineralisation, RO)

  • Internal chemical treatment

  • Oxygen scavengers and corrosion inhibitors

  • Scale control and sludge conditioning

  • Condensate treatment and protection

Chilled Water Systems – Water Quality Requirements

  • Chilled water and closed-loop HVAC systems

  • Corrosion risks in closed systems

  • Fouling and microbiological growth

  • Material compatibility (steel, copper, aluminium)

  • Importance of system cleanliness

Chilled Water System Treatment and Control

  • Corrosion inhibitors for chilled water systems

  • Biocides and microbiological control

  • Side-stream filtration and dirt separation

  • Commissioning and flushing procedures

  • Leak detection and makeup water control

Monitoring, Testing & Control

  • Routine water testing methods

  • Online monitoring vs manual testing

  • Key control limits and corrective actions

  • Chemical dosing systems

  • Record keeping and trend analysis

Operational Best Practices

  • Start-up and shutdown procedures

  • Troubleshooting common water treatment issues

  • Working with water treatment service providers

  • Health, safety, and environmental considerations

  • Compliance with standards and guidelines

Energy Efficiency and Cost Optimisation

  • Impact of scale and fouling on energy consumption

  • Optimising blowdown and chemical usage

  • Life-cycle cost benefits of proper water treatment

  • Preventing unplanned downtime and failures