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Optimized Cooling Solutions for Water Treatment Facilities

Protecting Process Equipment, Ensuring Compliance, and Reducing Energy Costs

Cooling Towers Are Critical to Water Treatment Operations

Water treatment facilities rely on cooling towers to protect pumps, motors, heat exchangers, and other critical process equipment from overheating. Whether managing a municipal drinking water plant or an industrial wastewater facility, cooling tower performance directly impacts process efficiency, compliance, and service reliability.

However, many treatment plants operate aging cooling infrastructure, experience high levels of scaling and fouling, and face strict environmental regulations — all while needing to maintain 24/7 service.

OBR Cooling Towers provides tailored solutions to help water treatment facilities reduce energy waste, extend equipment life, and prevent costly failures, ensuring continuous operation and regulatory compliance.

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Reduce Downtime

Prevent equipment overheating with reliable cooling tower performance

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Improve Efficiency

Improve efficiency to lower operational costs and energy consumption
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Ensure Compliance

Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations
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Combat Corrosion

Extend cooling tower lifespan with corrosion-resistant materials and custom upgrades

Our Core Services

At OBR Cooling Towers, we provide a comprehensive range of services to ensure your cooling systems operate at peak performance. From proactive maintenance to custom-built solutions, our expertise ensures longevity, efficiency, and reliability for your cooling towers. Whether you need routine inspections, new installations, repairs, or high-quality replacement parts, our team is committed to delivering the best solutions for your industry needs.

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Service Group

Cleanings, preventative maintenance, and documentation for performance optimization.

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Construction & Repairs

Tower upgrades, structural repairs, and installation for all makes and models.

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Inspections

Examination of critical mechanical components, structural integrity, and safety requirements.

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Parts Warehouse

High-quality, ready-to-ship OEM and after-market cooling tower components.

By The Numbers

With decades of experience and a nationwide reach, OBR Cooling Towers is the trusted leader in cooling tower solutions. Our dedicated team, expansive resources, and commitment to innovation ensure top-tier service and efficiency for every client.

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Tower Construction, Upgrades & Installation

Engineered Cooling Solutions for Water Treatment Facilities

OBR Cooling Towers specializes in construction, engineered solutions, and upgrades to optimize cooling systems for municipal and industrial water treatment plants. Whether you're building new infrastructure or retrofitting an existing tower, we deliver high-performance, regulatory-compliant solutions tailored to utility industry standards.

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Tower Construction & Repairs

Built for Performance & Compliance

Cooling systems in water treatment plants play a critical role in maintaining safe and efficient operations. OBR’s cooling tower construction and repair services ensure that your infrastructure is built to EPA, OSHA, and municipal compliance standards, using durable materials engineered for the unique challenges of process water environments.

What We Offer:

  • Custom-Engineered Towers: Designed for the operational demands of water treatment plants.
  • Modular & Field-Erected Towers: Scalable solutions that fit utility-scale infrastructure.
  • FRP & Steel Construction: Corrosion-resistant materials to withstand harsh water contaminants.
  • Turnkey Installation Services: From design to commissioning, we handle it all with minimal downtime.

Contact us today to discuss how we can support your water treatment facility’s cooling tower construction needs.


Upgrades & Repairs

Optimizing Cooling Towers for Utility Infrastructure

Water treatment plants depend on efficient and reliable cooling tower systems to support continuous operations. OBR Cooling Towers provides industry-leading upgrade and repair solutions designed to meet the demanding requirements of municipal and industrial water treatment facilities.

Key Upgrade & Repair Services:

  • High-Performance Film Fill Replacements: Restores cooling efficiency and meets municipal water treatment standards.
  • Corrosion-Resistant FRP Conversions: Engineered to withstand exposure to process water contaminants.
  • Thermal Performance Studies: Optimize system efficiency to reduce energy consumption and operational costs.
  • OEM Replacement Parts & Mechanical Retrofits: Extend the lifespan of legacy cooling systems used in water treatment facilities.
  • Quick Mobilization for Planned Maintenance: Minimize downtime and keep utility systems operational.

 

Schedule an assessment today to ensure your cooling tower meets water treatment plant performance and compliance standards.

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Comprehensive Cooling Tower Maintenance for Water Utilities

Water treatment plants rely on cooling towers to support continuous operations. OBR Cooling Towers provides preventative maintenance and emergency response to help municipal and industrial water treatment facilities prevent costly breakdowns, maintain efficiency, and comply with OSHA and EPA guidelines.

Cleaning & Decontamination

Preventing Fouling, Scaling & Legionella Risks

Cooling towers in water treatment plants are prone to biofilm buildup, scaling, and contamination, which can reduce efficiency and pose health risks. Our certified cleaning and decontamination services help mitigate Legionella risks and improve system reliability.

Our Process Includes:

  • Certified Cleaning & Decontamination: Prevents fouling, scaling, and microbial growth.
  • Hyper-chlorination & Surfactant Applications: Control bacterial and algae formation.
  • Pressure Washing: Removes scale deposits, debris, and biofilm.
  • Fill Media Deep Cleaning: Restores water distribution and improves heat transfer efficiency.
  • Basin & Distribution System Flushing: Prevents blockages and improves water circulation.
  • Post-Cleaning Water Treatment Recommendations: Ensures continued system protection and regulatory compliance.

 

Contact us today to schedule a cooling tower cleaning service that meets utility industry safety standards.

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Preventative Maintenance

Ensuring Operational Continuity for Water Treatment Plants

A proactive preventative maintenance program reduces the risk of unexpected failures, extends equipment life, and ensures compliance with municipal and industrial water regulations. OBR Cooling Towers offers customized maintenance plans designed for water treatment plants, ensuring reliability in mission-critical operations.

Key Preventative Maintenance Services:

  • Oil & Lubrication Services: Extend the life of fans, motors, and gearboxes
  • Belt & Drive System Adjustments: Ensure proper alignment and tensioning
  • Fan Blade & Pitch Optimization: Improve airflow and cooling efficiency
  • Water Treatment & Scale Prevention: Reduce the risk of corrosion and fouling
  • Comprehensive Performance Logging: Track system health over time

Schedule a preventative maintenance consultation to keep your cooling towers operating at peak efficiency.

Parts Warehouse

High-Quality Components, Fast Delivery

OBR Cooling Towers maintains a fully stocked Parts Warehouse to ensure fast, reliable access to essential cooling tower components. Our extensive inventory includes OEM and aftermarket parts, allowing us to provide tailored solutions for various cooling tower models and configurations. Whether you need routine replacements or emergency repairs, our parts team ensures minimal downtime and maximum efficiency for your cooling system.

What We Offer:

  • OEM & Aftermarket Parts: Sourced from top manufacturers for guaranteed compatibility.
  • Essential Cooling Components: Nozzles, drift eliminators, fill media, motors, fan blades, and more.
  • Custom Fabrication: In-house manufacturing for specialized cooling tower components.
  • Nationwide Shipping: Fast, reliable delivery from our strategically located warehouses.
  • Expert Support: Our specialists help you find the right parts for your system’s unique needs.


Contact us for assistance in selecting and ordering the right components for your cooling tower.

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Inspections

Ensuring System Reliability & Regulatory Compliance

Routine cooling tower inspections are essential for water treatment plants to identify potential risks before they escalate into costly failures. OBR Cooling Towers provides detailed inspections to ensure performance, longevity, and OSHA/EPA compliance.

What We Inspect:

  • Structural Integrity & Corrosion Risks
  • Water Distribution System & Fill Media Condition
  • Mechanical Components: Fans, motors, gearboxes, and drive systems.
  • Vibration Analysis: Early detection of mechanical wear and tear.
  • Thermal Efficiency Evaluations: Optimize cooling capacity to support water treatment processes.
  • Mechanical Inspections: Identify failures before they disrupt operations.

 

Our expert team delivers a comprehensive inspection report with actionable insights and repair recommendations to enhance your system’s reliability.

Reasons to work with

OBR Cooling Towers

A Trusted Cooling Tower Partner for Water Treatment Facilities

With decades of experience serving municipal and industrial water treatment plants, OBR Cooling Towers delivers specialized inspection, maintenance, repair, and upgrade services designed for the unique challenges of these facilities. Whether you're managing a city water treatment plant, a wastewater facility, or an industrial cooling system, we provide expert solutions to keep your cooling towers running efficiently.

Expertise

Cooling Tower Engineers with Water Treatment Expertise

Nationwide Service

Nationwide Service & Responsive Support

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CComprehensive Inspections, Reports & Compliance Documentation

OEM Parts

Access to OEM Parts & Custom Fabrication for Aging Systems

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