Category: Water Treatment

Dewatering of Industrial Sludge in Water Treatment

The sludge dehydration process is crucial for managing the waste generated during wastewater treatment. The goal is to reduce the volume of generated sludge and produce a solid residue that

Water Treatment: A Crucial Factor in Sustainable Fish Farming

The fish farming industry plays a fundamental role in global food production, providing a vital source of protein for the population. However, the sustainable growth of this industry faces significant

Activated Carbon: Effective Adsorbent in Water Treatment

Activated carbon is a porous element that has been treated to increase its surface area and consequently, its ability to adsorb chemical compounds. Activated carbon works through a process called

Water Purification, Challenges, and Solutions

An estimated 0.4% of the world's water is fit for human consumption. Therefore, it is vital to manage drinking water treatment properly and ensure access to this resource in a

Ion Exchange Resins – Use in Water Treatment

The treatment and management of water resources, both drinking and industrial water, is becoming more and more relevant every day due to the problems of scarcity and the concepts of

SWC Membranes in Seawater Desalination

Due to climatic factors such as the drought that has affected Chile, one of the alternatives implemented to obtain water for human consumption is seawater desalination. Chile has a significant

Industrial Water Treatment: Solid-Liquid Separation

Industrial water treatment is a fundamental process to reduce the contamination levels of its liquid wastes before they are discharged into the sewage system or surface water course. The addition

Methods to Control Foam in Industrial Liquid Waste Treatment

In industrial waste treatment processes, foam is an unwanted visitor, as it can affect the system's proper functioning, violate discharge regulations, and damage the electrical equipment present in the plant.

Identification of mechanical problems in reverse osmosis systems

During reverse osmosis systems operation, mechanical problems may occur due to broken gaskets or osmosis membrane interconnectors. These damages generate rejection passage to the permeate side, affecting the quality of

Water chemistry in reverse osmosis systems

This article continues the previous installment of How to design a successful reverse osmosis system, which summarizes a few things to take into account depending on certain components and parameters found in

How to design a successful Reverse Osmosis system

Understanding water chemistry, Part I In order to correctly design and operate reverse osmosis membrane systems, it is necessary to consider the chemistry behind the water to be treated. Likewise,

Clarification as part of water treatment

COAGULATION AND FLOCCULATION AS PART OF THE WATER TREATMENT PROCESS In ancient times, water treatment would focus on improving its appearance by using methods such as carbon filtration, exposure to