Legionella bacteria is naturally present in surface water. The municipal water that enters your building is not sterile.
Once Legionella enters your facility, it can grow and contaminate your:
Water Safety Programs
Water is not sterile. It can harbor bacteria such as Legionella, which can cause severe illness and even death. Recent outbreaks confirm that Legionella is not limited to any geographic area or industry; a Legionella outbreak can happen anywhere.
We offer a comprehensive approach to help you manage water safety risk and control Legionella in even the most complex building water systems.
The Problem
Sinks and Showers
Decorative Fountains
Spas and Hot Tubs
Cooling Towers
Atomizers and Misters
Legionella becomes dangerous when people inhale contaminated mist:
- It can cause Legionnaires' disease or Pontiac fever
- More than 100,000 reported cases per year*
- The number of cases has risen by 400% since 2000**
*Source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
**Source: World Health Organization, Claims and Litigation Management Journal
Business Impact
Managing Water Risk
Duty of Responsible Care dictates you can be held responsible for an outbreak that occurs at your facility. The impact of an outbreak is both social and economic:
- 1 out of 10 people who contract Legionnaires’ disease will die*
- Each outbreak costs an average of $10.6 million**
The biggest challenges today in managing water risk:
- Legionella test results take time
- The variables influencing Legionella growth are complex
- Consistent execution of your water safety plan
Water Risk Management Solutions
Nalco Water is a global leader in water safety programs, offering a holistic approach to water risk management.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Water Management Plans
Tailored to your operation and compliant with ASHRAE Standard 188
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Water Safety IQ™
Digital solution helping proactively manage & quickly address Legionella risk across your enterprise
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LONG-TERM CONTROL STRATEGIES
Supplemental Disinfection Systems
Continuous treatment strategies to reduce waterborne pathogens in building water systems
Learn more about Supplemental Disinfection
ANALYTICAL MONITORING
Legionella Testing
Our CDC-ELITE certified laboratory conducts more Legionella analysis than any other organization in the world
SHORT-TERM REMEDIATION & EMERGENCY SERVICES
Cooling Tower Cleaning & Disinfection
Disinfection of your online cooling water system and safe return to normal operating conditions
Learn more about Cooling Tower Cleaning & Disinfection
Point-of-Use Filters
An added line of defense against waterborne pathogens for immediate outbreak or incident response
Programs, Products, Equipment and Services
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With unparalleled expertise and cutting-edge technology, we partner with customers to deliver world-class results and optimized operations. Contact us to learn how we can help you.
Ecolab Inc.
1 Ecolab Place
St. Paul, MN 55102
Ecolab Customer Service:
Phone: +1-800-352-5326
Nalco Water Customer Service
Phone: +1-800-288-0879
Give Us a Call
With unparalleled expertise and cutting-edge technology, we partner with customers to deliver world-class results and optimized operations. Contact us to learn how we can help you.
Ecolab Inc.
1 Ecolab Place
St. Paul, MN 55102
Ecolab Customer Service
Phone: +1-800-352-5326
Nalco Water Customer Service
Phone: +1-800-288-0879
Contact Us
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