The equilibrium of a cooling tower relies on a delicate balance between the water being evaporated and the fresh "makeup" water being added. When this balance shifts, overflow occurs.
Preventing overflow requires a mix of mechanical adjustments and smart monitoring.
A typically occurs when the water level in the basin rises above the designed overflow drain or standpipe, causing excess water to discharge to waste.
💡 If your tower overflows every time it shuts down, your basin level is likely set too high. Try lowering the float by two inches to create a "buffer zone" for water returning from the pipes.
Ensure there is enough space between the "fill" level and the "overflow" level to handle pump-stop surges.
Debris or a small pebble often gets stuck in the makeup valve, preventing a full seal.
To give you the best advice for your specific system, let me know:
The equilibrium of a cooling tower relies on a delicate balance between the water being evaporated and the fresh "makeup" water being added. When this balance shifts, overflow occurs.
Preventing overflow requires a mix of mechanical adjustments and smart monitoring.
A typically occurs when the water level in the basin rises above the designed overflow drain or standpipe, causing excess water to discharge to waste.
💡 If your tower overflows every time it shuts down, your basin level is likely set too high. Try lowering the float by two inches to create a "buffer zone" for water returning from the pipes.
Ensure there is enough space between the "fill" level and the "overflow" level to handle pump-stop surges.
Debris or a small pebble often gets stuck in the makeup valve, preventing a full seal.
To give you the best advice for your specific system, let me know: