How can we prevent the formation of algae or microorganisms in water storage tanks for fire protection due to the water being stagnant?
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Peter
12/15/2020 10:44:28 am
We're talking about closed reservoirs, right?
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Franck
12/15/2020 11:17:40 am
As indicated by Pete, algae should normally not be an issue with closed water tanks (unless the problem is coming from the water supply upstream your tank...).
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12/15/2020 01:41:26 pm
We were faced with a similar problem caused by legislation in South Africa and tying in to potable water irrespective of the tank being closed. It was a possible hazard identified during a Hazardous Operability Study. An additional problem was that the water system fed a micro spray system requiring an extremely fine mist. The product reacted to water and light. Problem solved. We installed a dosing system to treat the water in the tank.
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12/15/2020 11:06:27 pm
There are GRP Based Sectional/Panel Tanks rated to prevent algae growth by being 100% opaque and listed by well known third party agencies , WRAS certified and usage of SS 316 fittings provide storage of water with desirable quality.
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