Stop Wasting Water.
Revolutionise
Your Cooling Tower.
Cooling towers are essential in maintaining efficient operations across various industries by removing excess heat. HydroFLOW® enhances these systems through advanced water treatment, optimising performance, conserving water, and providing a sustainable alternative to traditional chemical treatments.
Chemical Reduction
100%
chemical-free at Amsterdam Data Centre
Bacteria Control
96%
bacterial load cut at an Italian Food Plant
Energy Efficiency
1.5℃
condenser temp. drop at China Power Plant
Return on Investment
<12 months
payback period at Texas manufacturing facility
*Results vary by site conditions and baseline operation.
The Hidden Cost of Inefficient Cooling Towers
Cooling towers are critical to operations across power generation, manufacturing, and HVAC systems. Yet the water circulating within them creates persistent challenges that erode performance over time.
Limescale Accumulation
Mineral deposits form on heat exchange surfaces, reducing thermal efficiency by up to 20% and increasing energy consumption.
Biofilm Development
Warm, recirculating water provides ideal conditions for bacterial growth, leading to biofilm that restricts water flow and introduces health risks including Legionella.
Increased Operational Costs
System blockages, reduced efficiency, and unplanned downtime result in significant maintenance expenditure and shortened equipment lifespan.
Chemical Treatment Limitations
Conventional approaches rely on biocides, scale inhibitors, and acid dosing — adding ongoing cost, environmental liability, and the need for constant monitoring.
One Signal.
Four Critical Solutions.
Limescale Control
Forces minerals to form suspended crystals rather than hard scale on fill and heat exchangers. Existing scale is gradually removed.
Biofouling & Bacteria
Controls biofouling by using an electrical signal that helps prevent bacteria from adhering to surfaces.
Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion Protection
By preventing scale and biofilm buildup, we help reduce localised corrosion (under-deposit corrosion) and help maintain protective oxide layers.
Reduced Chemical Reliance
Can help reduce dependence on scale inhibitors and acid cleaning, lowering chemical handling, monitoring demand, and environmental impact.
Improves Heat Exchanger Efficiency
Biofilm Control
Keeps the System Running Smoothly
Conserves Water & Reduces Blow-Down
Maintains Operational Performance
ESG & Sustainability
Driving Net-Zero Through
Water System Optimisation.
Sustainability is a critical operational requirement. Hydropath® helps facilities meet aggressive ESG targets by tackling the three pillars of environmental impact in water systems.
Chemical Reduction
Reduce the need for toxic scale inhibitors and biocides. Protect local ecosystems by ensuring discharge water is free from harmful chemical additives.
Limescale & Biofouling Accumulation
Just 1 mm of limescale buildup reduces heat transfer efficiency by up to 9%. Biofouling is even costlier — 1 mm can cut thermal performance by up to 50%.
Energy Decarbonisation
Clean heat exchangers run at peak efficiency. Eliminating scale reduces the energy demand of cooling pumps and fans, cutting carbon emissions and driving down operational costs.
Process Overview
Simple Installation. Immediate Protection.
Our patented technology integrates seamlessly into your existing operations with zero disruption.
Step 1 - The Fit
The HydroFLOW® unit installs around your existing pipework. No cutting, no welding, no system shutdown required. Compatible with any pipe material.
Step 2 - Signal
A patented electronic signal propagates through the water system in both directions, treating the entire network from a single point. The signal works continuously, 24/7.
Step 3 - Results
Existing scale begins to soften and flush. Biofilm formation is disrupted. Chemical dosing can be progressively reduced as the system stabilises.
Monitor Every Unit.
From Anywhere.
Real-time remote monitoring and instant alerts for every HydroFLOW® installation, from anywhere in the world.
Hydropath Care
Our remote monitoring platform gives you a complete overview of all your HydroFLOW® installations in one place. See which units are live, manage your projects, and stay in control — all from a single, easy-to-use dashboard.
HydroKNCT
The IoT device that connects your HydroFLOW® unit to Hydropath Care via LAN. Simple to install and compatible worldwide — keeping you connected to your system 24/7. Add optional sensors to unlock real-time temperature and signal monitoring.
REAL-TIME ALERTS
CLOUD ANALYTICS
ZERO MAINTENANCE
FEATURED SUCCESS STORY
China Power Plant: No Hard Scale, Chemicals Eliminated
A 600MW power plant in China installed HydroFLOW® on two steam condensers and stopped chemical dosing within a week. Four months later there was no hard scale, only soft powder that rinsed away. Transit temperature dropped 1.5°C and the chemical free discharge water was reused on site.
All chemical dosing eliminated one week after installation
Zero hard scale on inspection
Transit temperature down 1.5°C
Key Cooling Tower Applications
Limescale
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Treats scale in evaporative cooling systems and heat exchangers.
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Reduces blowdown and water wastage.
- Allows use of higher cycles of concentration.
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Improves energy efficiency and extends cooling equipment lifespan.
Biofouling
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Reduces biofilm and algae in basins, drift eliminators, and distribution systems.
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Improves biocide performance and helps manage Legionella risks.
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Enhances cooling efficiency and reduces maintenance.
Flocculation and Filtration
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Improves filtration in side-stream filtration systems.
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Reduces scale and biofouling in cooling water filters.
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Enhances clarity and reduces chemical treatment needs.
Other Scaling
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Controls silica and iron scaling in high-cycle cooling towers.
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Reduces membrane and heat exchanger fouling from dissolved metals.
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Supports high-efficiency cooling with minimal blowdown.
Cooling Tower
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Treats scale and biofouling in cooling tower systems.
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Reduces maintenance, blowdown, and chemical usage.
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Improves cooling efficiency and extends equipment lifespan.
Oil Cooler
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Treats scale and biofouling in oil coolers linked to cooling towers.
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Maintains optimal cooling efficiency and heat exchanger performance.
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Reduces maintenance frequency and operating costs.
Heat Exchanger
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Treats scale and biofouling in cooling tower heat exchangers.
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Maintains efficient heat transfer and cooling performance.
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Reduces maintenance frequency and operational costs.
Sea Water Cooling
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Optimises seawater cooling tower performance by reducing biofouling.
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Minimises maintenance costs linked to scaling and corrosion.
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Improves cooling efficiency for industrial and coastal applications.
Pipelines
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Ensures clean pipelines for efficient water circulation.
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Treats scale and biofouling in cooling tower water distribution systems.
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Reduces maintenance costs and extends pipe longevity.
Valves
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Keeps valves clean for efficient cooling water regulation.
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Treats scale and biofilm in cooling tower distribution systems.
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Reduces maintenance costs and ensures reliable cooling performance.
Pumps
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Keeps pumps clean for efficient cooling water circulation.
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Treats scale and biofilm in cooling tower pump systems.
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Reduces maintenance costs and ensures reliable cooling performance.
Corrosion Control
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Minimises limescale related corrosion in cooling tower pipes and heat exchangers.
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Reduces biofilm and scaling on metal surfaces.
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Extends equipment life while lowering chemical treatment costs.
Filters
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Enhances filtration performance in cooling water treatment.
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Reduces biofilm and scaling in cooling tower filters.
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Minimises maintenance and extends filter lifespan.
Reverse Osmosis
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Enhances RO pre-treatment for cooling tower make-up water.
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Reduces scaling in high-recovery RO cooling water treatment.
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Minimises maintenance and chemical usage in cooling applications.
Ready to Optimise Your Infrastructure?
Join the future of sustainable industrial water treatment.
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