讨论了腐蚀理论和铁在充气冷却塔水中腐蚀时发生的各种电化学反应。介绍了缓蚀机理，并对过去和现在的缓蚀剂处理方案进行了历史回顾。“实际应用”部分介绍了暖通空调行业在水处理方面面临的问题。其中包括使用技能较低的人力，客户对化学品和设备制造商的依赖程度更高，以及需要密切控制水处理参数。详细讨论了四个主要控制领域: 浓度控制、化学饲料、pH值控制和微生物控制。一个包含25个参考文献的参考书目提供给那些对进一步细节感兴趣的人。单位:I-PCITION:研讨会，ASHRAE交易，1987年，第93卷，pt。田纳西州纳什维尔2号

Corrosion theory and the various electrochemical reactions that occur when iron corrodes in aerated cooling tower water are discussed. Corrosion inhibition mechanisms are presented along with an historical review of past and present inhibitor treatment programs.The "Practical Applications" section addresses issues facing the HVAC industry with respect to water treatment. These include the use of less skilled manpower, greater customer reliance on chemicals and equipment manufacturers, and the need for close control of water treatment parameters. Detailed discussion is presented on four major control areas: concentration control, chemical feed, pH control, and microbiological control. A bibliography with 25 references is provided for those interested in further detail.Units: I-P