When it comes to choosing the right Heat Transfer Fluid for an industrial HVAC system, the choices are many and varied. From simple distilled water formulas to innovative chemical mixtures that utilize glycols and ethanol to improve heat transferability and prevent freezing, making the right choice for your system is vital. The best fluid depends, […]
Heat Transfer Fluid Maintenance: A Guide
Adequate and proper maintenance of your heat transfer fluids can lower costs, improve performance, and even extend the length of time between fluid replacements. When run properly, and with the right HTFs for your requirements, a heat transfer system will create a safe, economical, and low maintenance process for your business. But, overlook upkeep […]
Ethylene Glycol / Water Mixture Properties
Ethylene Glycol / Water Mixture Properties Mixtures of Ethylene Glycol and water are commonly used as an antifreeze or heat transfer fluid, such as in our GlycoChill+ E-series Heat Transfer Fluids. Here are the chemical and physical properties of Ethylene Glycol/water mixtures. Appearance / Odor Ethylene Glycol and water are both naturally clear and […]
Deionized Water vs Distilled Water for Heat Transfer Applications
Heat transfer fluids are often diluted with water to achieve the appropriate freeze protection required, and sometimes systems are filled with water alone. Which type of water should be used- deionized water or distilled water? Deionized Water Deionized water is produced by running water through an RO unit, resin bed system, or some similar piece […]
Do I Need To Treat My Closed Loop System for Organic Growth?
Geothermal and chilled water closed loop systems need to be treated for organic growth. Here we offer tips on cleaning and treating your system, and discuss what happens if you don’t treat. Initial Cleaning Post-Installation: Closed loop systems should always be properly flushed and cleaned after the initial installation and before the first fill. Oil, […]
Winterizing with GlycoChill+
Winterization, and winterization maintenance throughout the winter, is a crucial part of maintaining plumbing and HVAC systems. Hoses and pipes that will not be used during the winter and are exposed to freezing temperatures should be properly drained and stored. Critical systems that will be used during the wintertime must be maintained through use of […]
GlycoChill+ Gets a New Look!
December 31, 2019 Exciting news for the New Year! Our GlycoChill+ line of Glycols is starting the next decade right, with a brand new, 2020-worthy look! Our exclusive GlycoChill+ brand of inhibited Propylene and Ethylene glycols was created in 2010. For the past ten years, the aqua blue logo has served us well: Now, it’s […]
3 Key Benefits of Biobased Propylene Glycol
What do heat transfer fluids, laundry detergent, & packaged foods have in common? Propylene Glycol is commonly found in all of them! Propylene Glycol is a very versatile substance, and a top selling item at CORECHEM. Available in both USP and industrial grade, CORECHEM supplies our customers, commonly, with 100% biobased Propylene Glycol. This means […]
Which Type of Heat Transfer Fluid Should I Use?
September 10, 2019 CORECHEM carries four types of inhibited Heat Transfer Fluids: a Propylene Glycol-based fluid, an Ethylene Glycol-based fluid, an Ethanol-based fluid, and a Methanol-based fluid. Use this convenient reference chart to determine which type of Heat Transfer Fluid is most appropriate for your needs. Note: Due to product evaporation, our Ethanol and Methanol-based […]
How to Maintain the Glycol in your Chiller
Have you checked the glycol solution in your chiller system lately? At CORECHEM, we recommend checking the fluid in your chiller system annually, as part of a regular glycol/chiller maintenance schedule. Here’s how to do that: First, contact us to request a fluids analysis kit! We’ll mail it to you directly. The fluids analysis kit […]
