EDITOR ’ S CHOICE
Rising costs drive demand for water recovery systems
In today ’ s manufacturing landscape , water supply limitations , an increase in water charges , and stringent environmental regulations are pressing concerns for industries worldwide . These challenges are driving the adoption of sustainable practices , including exploration into new , more environmentally friendly wastewater treatment solutions .
With water shortage fears growing across the UK , companies are re-examining their production processes with a view to reduce the waste of this valuable global resource .
“ Without a rapid , effective treatment option , liquid effluent can become a costly issue to tackle ,” says Jamie George , Projects & Business Development Director at Axium Process .
While effluent composition varies with the industry , it is usually composed of microplastics , fats , oils , grease and many other unsavoury particulates . Membrane filtration is able to selectively separate these suspended solids , leaving behind high-quality water that is immediately available for reuse in upstream or downstream processes .
Eliminating the need for damaging chemical flocculants , membrane filtration reduces the risk of damage to our rivers and waterways and could potentially reveal the presence of valuable materials that would otherwise be destroyed using alternative methods .
Able to provide a reliable , cost-effective solution to reducing discharge volumes with the potential to recovering up to 90 % of wastewater , membrane filtration is a tried-and-true solution for water recovery needs . Plants can be constructed in a variety of setups , from containerised units to small , compact systems that can be moved to other areas as needed and can also be designed with future expansion in mind .
Jamie George states “ Initial pilot trials on the feed material are carried out , either at our Swansea test facility , or at the manufacturer ’ s premises . These are instrumental in how we identify and adjust process parameters for optimal filtration results .”
Axium ’ s extensive expertise allows for the design and manufacture of crossflow membrane filtration solutions tailored for diverse applications , all while adhering to international regulations and maintaining the highest of hygienic standards .
For further information , please visit www . axiumprocess . com
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