Cooling Tower Water Monitoring Strategies

Effective monitoring of cooling tower water is essential for maintaining safe, efficient operations in downstream environments. As hydrocarbons and VOCs enter the water system, they can trigger equipment degradation, increase operational costs, and complicate environmental compliance efforts.

KECO Monitoring Solutions

KECO offers a specialized water analysis solution that helps detect hydrocarbons and VOCs, improve cooling system reliability, and support compliance in downstream operations. Below is the analyzer used:

VOC / Hydrocarbons in Water Analyzer

The KECO 204 PermaStream™ is a compact and efficient analyzer designed for accurate, continuous monitoring of hydrocarbons and VOCs in cooling tower water. Ideal for downstream operations such as refineries, petrochemical plants, and chemical manufacturing, it supports effective leak detection and environmental compliance.

Equipped with KECO’s exclusive PermaStream™ membrane and metal-oxide sensor, the system eliminates the need for sample conditioning while ensuring reliable, real-time results. The analyzer includes a touchscreen HMI, 4–20 mA output, and optional web-based monitoring for enhanced usability. With minimal maintenance and no consumables required, the 204 PermaStream™ provides dependable performance for demanding industrial environments.
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Operational Impact Of Keco Analyzers

KECO analyzers enable real-time hydrocarbon monitoring in cooling tower water across downstream facilities. By detecting leaks early and maintaining water quality, they help prevent equipment damage, reduce downtime, and support compliance. Their proven reliability ensures safe, efficient operations in refining, petrochemical, and chemical environments.

Performance Advantages

  • Detect hydrocarbon and VOC leaks early
  • Reduce maintenance with a consumable-free design
  • Provide accurate, real-time data for better operational decisions
  • Extend equipment life by maintaining water system integrity
  • Integrate seamlessly with remote and web-based monitoring platforms

Applied Technologies In This Solution

KECO’s analyzer systems integrate specialized membrane-based stripping and metal-oxide sensor technology to provide reliable hydrocarbon and VOC detection in water streams. The proprietary PermaStream™ design eliminates the need for extensive sample conditioning, supporting stable, real-time analysis with minimal maintenance.

These analyzers are supported by intelligent HMI platforms that allow live data tracking, event alerts, and remote access through Modbus and Ethernet protocols, enabling operators to maintain performance and compliance with greater efficiency.

Smart detection for smarter operations

KECO analyzers detect hydrocarbon and VOCs leaks early, enhancing safety, ensuring compliance, and minimizing system downtime. Connect with our team to identify the right monitoring solution for your operation.