We present the results of various tests conducted to evaluate the efficacy of various biocides in controlling microbiological contamination of cooling towers, in general and in particular Legionella. First we studied the effectiveness of biocides through in vitro and in a pilot plant. Later a risk assessment of an industrial cooling tower with proper maintenance and another with improper maintenance.

Autores: N. Adroer, J. Aumatell, N. Navarro (Adiquímica)
Estudio publicado en marzo de 2010 en la revista Ingeniería Química