Backflow prevention and responsibilities of HVAC professionals
Journal Article
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· Heating, Piping and Air Conditioning
OSTI ID:417975
- Towle-Whitney Associates, Inc., Manchester, NH (United States)
This article highlights the seriousness of backflow of harmful substances into potable water systems from cross-connections with other systems. Topics include backflow hazard examples, taking action, piping system surveys. The examples cited included schools, police station, hospitals, and a college. The contaminants included heat transfer fluids and corrosion inhibitors such as zinc chromate and ethylene glycol.
- OSTI ID:
- 417975
- Journal Information:
- Heating, Piping and Air Conditioning, Journal Name: Heating, Piping and Air Conditioning Journal Issue: 9 Vol. 68; ISSN HPAOAM; ISSN 0017-940X
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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