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Cooling Technology Institute Announces Release of Standard for Mechanical Testing of Cooling Tower Bottom-Supported Fill Blocks

11/08/2024

The Cooling Technology Institute (CTI) is pleased to announce the release and availability of a new standard: Mechanical Testing of Cooling Tower Bottom-Supported Fill Blocks (STD-171).  This document establishes a standardized protocol for evaluating the mechanical properties and performance of bottom-supported fill blocks used in cooling towers, ensuring a consistent approach to testing across different manufacturers.

The document is now available for purchase at the CTI Publications Marketplace for $20. It offers invaluable insights and a standardized approach to mechanical testing, ensuring comparability and reliability in data across different manufacturers' products.

This standard is crucial for designers, purchasers and manufacturers within the cooling technology industry, aiming to align practices and enhance the safety and efficacy of cooling tower components. As part of CTI's commitment to maintaining high industry standards, this publication reflects the latest advancements and collective expertise in cooling technology.

For more information on this standard and other CTI publications, or to purchase your copy, please visit the CTI Publications Marketplace.

 

About Cooling Technology Institute

The Cooling Technology Institute is an international non-profit organization committed to advancing the technology, design and performance standards of cooling towers and related systems. CTI provides a platform for industry leaders to collaborate on research, education and the development of best practices. For more information, visit https://www.cti.org.