August 31, 2026
Vari-Flow Valve

Benefits of Stainless Steel Cooling Tower Distribution Valves for Gulf Coast Facilities

Learn how improper cooling tower valve operation affects water flow, energy efficiency, and system reliability in industrial cooling towers.
August 29, 2026
cooling tower traveling screens

Traveling Cooling Tower Screens vs. Fixed Cooling Tower Screens

Cooling tower screens protect pumps, suction pits, and downstream components by capturing debris before it enters the system. While fixed screens can provide basic filtration, traveling cooling tower screens generally offer stronger debris management, lower maintenance requirements, and less risk of unplanned cooling tower downtime. Whether you operate an industrial […]
August 28, 2026
cooling tower equipment

How Can a Vari-Flow Screen Improve Cooling Tower Reliability?

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on November 15, 2022, and has been updated for accuracy and relevance. The right cooling tower screens can reduce the time, labor, and cost associated with maintenance, repairs, and replacement. By keeping debris out of critical cooling tower components, Vari-Flow traveling sump screens […]
August 28, 2026
traveling cooling tower sump screens

Cooling Tower Screens: What Are the Benefits of a Traveling Sump Screen?

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on December 29, 2022, and has been updated for accuracy and relevance. Traveling sump screens help cooling towers stay online by continuously removing debris without requiring screens to be pulled, cleaned, repaired, or replaced as often as traditional stationary screens. By protecting pumps, […]
August 26, 2026
saltwater industrial stainless steel

What Stainless Steel Is Best for Saltwater and Corrosive Environments?

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on August 11, 2022, and has been updated for accuracy and relevance. 254 SMO® super austenitic stainless steel is well suited for cooling tower valves and screens operating in saltwater and other corrosive, chloride-heavy environments. Its high strength and resistance to pitting, crevice […]