TAYLORSVILLE — An assisted living facility in Taylorsville implemented a no tap water policy after two of its residents contracted Legionnaires’ disease. “The last month has been … very unsettling,” said Norma Soderborg Harris, a resident at Legacy House of Taylorsville. On Thursday, signs hanging in rooms, bathrooms and above drinking fountains warned residents not […]
Water softening has several facets to its proper operation. One of those is proper flow for certain functions. One function of the water softener that directly relates to flow is the brining and rinsing of resin during re-generation. The Brine valve consists of a mechanical valve that opens and closes during brine-draw and refill cycles. […]
2019 in Health | Comments Off on IDPH Investigating Legionella Possibly Associated with Chicago Hospital The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is investigating two cases of Legionnaires’ disease in patients possibly exposed at Mercy Hospital & Medical Center in Chicago, and a report of Legionella in the facility’s water system. The investigation is currently limited to this facility; the […]
For any treatment regimen to be successful, the water quality must be monitored and maintained. This is accomplished through a series of control tests carried out to ensure consistency and to prevent the development of waterside problems. These are typically done by the facilities’ operating personnel, the WTSC (water treatment service company) or both. It […]
Technology has improved all aspects of our existence. Yes, it has even made its way into the unfamiliar terrain of water treatment. The water treatment program for most cooling towers today is supported by the use of a “controller.” These are special devices which collect input signals from either electronic probes or meters and (together […]
New Hampshire health officials say last summer’s Legionnaires’ disease outbreak resulted in up to 49 confirmed, probable or suspected cases, and was linked to two deaths. HAMPTON, N.H. (AP) — New Hampshire health officials say last summer’s Legionnaires’ disease outbreak resulted in up to 49 confirmed, probable or suspected cases, and was linked to two deaths. The […]
Under deposit corrosion in cooling systems have been one of the most prevalent problems in our industry. It is also one of the least understood problems with field level engineers and clients alike. Deposits occur in cooling systems due to colloidal sediment, environmental debris, scale, old corrosion deposits re-depositing on metal surfaces and of course […]
Health authorities in Waco, Texas, are investigating two cases of Legionnaires’ disease believed to be connected to the Waco Family YMCA. Legionnaires’ disease is a severe type of pneumonia or lung infection caused by Legionella bacteria, which are contracted by inhaling microscopic water droplets in the form of mist or vapor. “Exposure to the Legionella bacteria may have occurred at the Waco Family YMCA,” […]
As part of its continuing dedication to environmental protection and awareness, The Metro Group, Inc. has launched its 2019 campaign of “Conservation through Service”. This theme is being put into action through a variety of channels: our services have been revamped to conserve water and energy, decrease fuel emissions, and prolong the life of existing […]
CROOKSTON, Minn. — The Minnesota Department of Health is investigating four cases of Legionnaires’ disease linked to a hotel in northwestern Minnesota. Four people reported getting sick between Jan. 22 and Jan. 27 after staying at the Crookston Inn and Convention Center. None of them stayed in the hotel overnight and visited the hotel for […]
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