What is Antifoam used for?

Antifoam，also known as defoamer，is applied in very wide fields:pulp and paper industry，water treatment，food and fermentation，detergent industry，Paint and Coating industry，Oilfield industry and other industries.In the field of water treatment, Antifoam is an important additive, mainly used to control and reduce foam generated during water treatment. These foams are often produced during chlorine disinfection, ozone treatment and other processes, which may affect the disinfection effect and the normal operation of the equipment.

The main functions of Antifoam in the field of water treatment

Antifoam has many functions, including but not limited to eliminating or reducing foam, improving disinfection efficiency, protecting equipment, etc. During the water treatment process, a large amount of foam is often generated due to chemical reactions and mechanical effects. These foams will affect the effective contact between the disinfectant and the water body and reduce the disinfection effect. Antifoam ensures that the disinfectant fully acts on the water body by inhibiting the formation of foam or quickly breaking it. What’s more, antifoam can increase the contact area between disinfectants such as chlorine or ozone and water by eliminating foam, thereby improving disinfection efficiency and ensuring water quality safety. In addition, excessive foam may cause blockage of water pumps, pipelines and other equipment, increasing operating costs. Using Antifoam can prevent this from happening and extend the life of your equipment.

Usage scenarios of Antifoam in the field of water disinfection

Antifoam is widely used and plays a powerful role in tap water treatment, industrial wastewater treatment, swimming pool and water park water treatment, etc. In water plants, chlorine disinfection is an important step in ensuring water quality. During the tap water treatment process, Antifoam can effectively inhibit the generation of foam and improve the disinfection effect. During the treatment process of industrial wastewater, especially in the ozone disinfection process, a large amount of foam is easily generated. The application of Antifoam helps maintain normal processing flow.

For water treatment in swimming pools and water parks, regular chlorination and disinfection is required to prevent the growth of algae and the spread of bacteria. The use of Antifoam can ensure the cleanliness of the water body while avoiding the negative impact of foam on water quality.

Antifoam has strong security

For Antifoam used in the field of water disinfection, its main ingredients are usually low-toxic or non-toxic and will not cause harm to human health at normal application concentrations. However, as with all chemicals, you should follow safety guidelines and expert advice to prevent possible skin contact and eye irritation. In addition, Antifoam should be properly disposed of in accordance with relevant regulations after use to avoid environmental pollution.