Condenser biofouling control

Abstract

A compilation of most of the papers presented at the March 1979 symposium in Atlanta, GA on condensor biofouling control is presented. The following aspects of power plant condenser biofouling are discussed: effects on power plant equipment and operations; cost impact; biofilm formation; corrosive effects; control practices using chlorine or bromine chlorides, and the dechlorination of discharges of chlorinated coolants. (LCL)