Glycol mixes are used in chiller operations and process cooling water to improve heat transfer capabilities of water. Glycols also protect the system from corrosion, scale and biological fouling. Mono Ethylene Glycol (also called Ethylene Glycol) is the most commonly used glycol due to low cost and low concentration requirement. It is however more toxic as compared to other glycols for example Polypropylene Glycol which might be used if fluid can come in contact with food products.
Glycol mixes are used in chiller operations and process cooling water to improve heat transfer capabilities of water. Glycols also protect the system from corrosion, scale and biological fouling. Mono Ethylene Glycol (also called Ethylene Glycol) is the most commonly used glycol due to low cost and low concentration requirement. It is however more toxic as compared to other glycols for example Polypropylene Glycol which might be used if fluid can come in contact with food products.
Maintaining clean process water and proper glycol content will extend the life of the system and reduce costly down time. It is recommended to have a filtration system to avoid build up of dirt and debris in the system which can reduce heat transfer and cause component failure.
Siga filtration can offer a range of products to capture sludge, sediment, particulates and corrosion products in water glycol mixes. All materials are fully compatible with glycols and can be installed quickly and easily to existing installations.















