Water Treatment: Water for Plant Systems Part 2

Describe ways in which dissolved solids can cause problems in plant equipment. Describe the general function and operation of a water softener. Describe the general function and operation of a demineralizer. Describe ways in which dissolved gases can cause problems in plant equipment. Describe how gases such as oxygen carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide become dissolved in water. Describe ways that corrosion can be prevented or controlled. Describe the general function and operation of an activated carbon filter. Describe the general function and operation of an aerator. Describe the general function and operation of a de-aerator. Describe how corrosion inhibitors scale inhibitors and other chemicals are used in treating water. Describe the general operation of a chemical injection pump. Describe safety.