Water quality is a critical factor in maintaining the efficiency and longevity of your systems. The Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) is a key measure used to determine whether water is likely to cause scale formation or corrosion, both of which can lead to costly damage, reduced system efficiency, and regulatory compliance risks.
At Marlowe Environmental Services, we specialise in LSI monitoring and comprehensive water quality analysis to help businesses prevent scaling, corrosion, and bacterial growth. With our expert solutions, you can ensure optimal water system performance, energy efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
The Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) is a key indicator used to measure the saturation level of calcium carbonate in water. It helps determine whether water is likely to be scaling, balanced, or corrosive:
Failing to maintain balanced water chemistry can lead to:
Scale buildup
Reduces heat transfer efficiency, increases energy costs, and causes pipe blockages.
Corrosion
Leads to pipe failures, contamination risks, and expensive system repairs.
Bacterial Growth
Uncontrolled water quality conditions can increase Legionella and biofilm risks.
To ensure safe and efficient water systems, businesses must follow industry best practices and regulations, including:
BS 2486
Guidelines for water treatment in steam boilers and cooling systems.
HSG274 & ACOP L8
Regulations for Legionella control and water hygiene compliance.
Bespoke industry standards
Tailored to specific sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and hospitality.
At Marlowe Environmental Services, we offer an advanced suite of LSI (Langelier Saturation Index) and water quality monitoring services designed to help you maintain peak system performance, prevent scaling or corrosion, and comply with UK regulations.
What We Offer:
Weekly LSI Assessments
We calculate LSI using key water chemistry measurements, alkalinity, calcium hardness, TDS, and temperature, to predict the scaling or corrosive nature of your water and provide actionable insights
Full Water Chemistry Testing
Our laboratory analysis includes pH, TDS, alkalinity, calcium hardness, metals, conductivity, sulphates, and microbiological testing to give you a complete understanding of water quality
Total Viable Count (TVC) Testing
We regularly conduct TVC to detect bacterial contamination, establish baselines, and identify deviations that may indicate biofilm or quality issues
Ensuring balanced water chemistry is essential for preventing scale, corrosion, and bacterial risks in your water systems. With Marlowe Environmental Services, you get:
Take a proactive approach to water system protection today. Get in touch with our experts to discuss how our LSI and Water Quality Monitoring services can benefit your business.
