Technical notes from the field

Practical guidance on hydronic system cleaning, system water quality, and pre-commissioning — written by the people who run the hoses.

New insulated hydronic piping in a mechanical room before commissioning

Pre-Commissioning

Why New Hydronic Systems Must Be Cleaned Before Commissioning

Skipping the pre-commissioning flush is the most expensive shortcut in a new chilled or heating water system. Here's what's actually inside new piping — and why inhibitors can't work without a clean surface.