1.A reduction in energy efficiency
- Decreased heat transfer : Scale acts as a thermal insulator on the walls of heat exchangers, boilers, and coils. This reduces their efficiency, increasing energy consumption to reach the desired temperatures.
- Increased energy costs : A layer of tartar of only 1 mm can lead to an overconsumption of energy of 7 to 10% (source: studies on industrial scaling).
2.Deterioration of equipment
- Corrosion : Scale can promote corrosion under deposit, damaging pipes, pumps, and valves.
- Premature wear : Equipment must work more intensively to compensate for performance losses, which reduces its lifespan.
3. A disruption in industrial processes
- Drain blockage : The accumulation of scale reduces the diameter of the pipes, limiting the flow of water and disrupting production processes.
- Risk of breakdowns : Cooling or heating systems can stop in the event of severe clogging, leading to costly production shutdowns.
4. An increase in maintenance costs
- Frequent cleaning and descaling : Interventions to remove tartar (chemical or mechanical descaling) generate additional costs and downtime.
- Replacing parts : Equipment damaged by scale needs to be replaced more often.
5. an impact on water quality
- Possible contamination : In some cases, tartar can come off and contaminate finished products, especially in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
