Biofouling Monitor

Bridger Scientific, Inc. proposed to develop an inexpensive, real time monitor which utilizes proven surface, g techniques to measure both microbial and abiotic fouling on surfaces exposed to coolant seawater. The monitor will be designed as a small insertion probe, capable of being water pipelines. Real time data generated by the probe will provide a means of monitoring and segregating both microbial and abiotic fouling deposit buildup. The probe will allow a means of simulating both heat transfer surface temperatures and tube/plate materials found in various cooling system heat exchangers. Correlation of probe microbiofouling data due to seawater cooling system fouled surfaces will be determined. The monitor, when utilized within a stable chemical injection pumps, will be able to accurately monitor and control microbiological and/or scale buildup within cooling water systems under changing water quality and operating conditions.