We join our minds to yours regarding the consequences of this disaster, nearby and far, in the past as well as now and the future since that event is far from ending.
All of us will be dead that it will still be a charge for our decendants.

I recall stories of rescuers who died within minutes of entering the building and were followed by more rescuers who knew they would never leave the building alive either. Their courage is overwhelming. Europe is not the only region indebted to those brave souls. The entire world was spared huge suffering because of their monumental sacrifice.

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Every industry can have accidents. These industries are manned for the most part, by caring, responsible individuals, who as you said, will sacrifice their own lives for the safety of the general public.

They will purposely go into harms way to try to prevent a horrific catastrophe that could potentially harm millions, knowing full well, they probably will not be coming out.

Sadly, you don't hear about this kind of bravery. If you do, it's just a brief flash in the pan the lame stream media streams for a quick headline, then moves on, leaving their heroic deeds to die off with the heros who performed them.

Chernobyl, 3 Mile Island, Japan, there WILL be more places to this list. With as many nuke plants as we have, it's just a matter of time.

Unfortunately humans, as a general trait, tend to forget those sacrifices made so that others may live. (no Im not just talking military either, but any willful sacrifice of life)

Whether we are friends or enemies, whether we agree or not on politics or whatever... every society has people who will make sacrifices when the need comes to protect fellow man.

It would be nice if there was an international 'Memorial Day' in remembrance to all those people who gave their lives to save their fellow countrymen from sure ill fate. Just one day a year, when the entire world could put aside it's petty difference, and pay tribute to those who gave everything to protect us all. Whether it's a power plant worker, who ran back into a melting reactor room to try to shut it down, or the fireman who ran into a burning building trying to save a child, they both are heros and any deed like that needs to be remembered.

Just thinking out loud.

Aaron
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What a grat idea Ascholten ...

Sacrifice day for mankind, shared all over the world.

That should be !

Regards.

3 main causes of industrial chiller problems and how to avoid them
Industrial chillers provide controlled temperatures for a variety of applications, such as space cooling and food and beverage preservation. As one of the most energy-consuming components of a commercial facility, proper operation and maintenance procedures should be a top priority. Ignoring the right protocol can lead to lower system performance, higher energy costs, and shorter device life.
There are many factors that can lead to a decrease in equipment efficiency, including improper operation, neglect of maintenance, too large or too small size. These omissions pose a potential threat to the productivity of the chiller. Let's look at 3 main reasons why industrial chillers have problems:
The manufacturer's guidelines should always be followed as improper operation can affect the efficiency and service life of the chiller. Forcing the device to perform an operation it is not intended to perform and ignoring the consequences of an operation will make the chiller more susceptible to complications. It is believed that the higher the flow rate, the more cooling water is available. This is not true, as increasing the flow rate above the manufacturer's recommendation will only reduce the efficiency of the cooler. It may also increase the corrosion rate of the pipe, leading to premature pipe failure. Incorrect operating practices are often overlooked because the chiller manages to keep working. However, it would be a mistake to allow these practices to become the norm, as this will lead to bigger and more expensive industrial chiller problems in the long run.
The solution: One way to ensure consistent chiller performance is to train personnel in operating and maintenance practices. This will enable them to spot any problems before they become widespread. In addition, the introduction of a chiller maintenance plan will ensure the preservation of equipment.



Disregarded Maintenance
Neglecting proper maintenance procedures can affect chiller performance. Poor maintenance can cause equipment to consume more energy during cooling. Solution: Effective chiller maintenance begins with the retention of valuable diagnostic tools, such as operation logs. This will enable you to track chiller data so that the operator can identify trends in chiller performance. This will also help maintenance personnel so that they can easily find the root cause of any complications. Regularly scheduled inspections should not be ignored. Daily, weekly, monthly and annual inspections will help determine the condition of the chiller.
Oversizing/Under-sizing
When the facility is new or undergoing renovation, the chiller may not be the correct size. Too small will result in insufficient airflow, which means the chiller will not achieve its full cooling capacity. Too large a size can limit low load operations, which can lead to higher operating costs due to excessive cycling. Solution: Study the performance of existing chiller and the cooling load of actual service.