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Physical filtration water pretreatment is a crucial step in safeguarding downstream processes. It effectively removes harmful pollutants and particulates, thereby protecting and enhancing the efficiency of other systems, such as dissolved solids removal (including reverse osmosis, ion exchangers, and EDI) and biological treatment systems. This essential process ensures the smooth operation and longevity of the entire water treatment infrastructure.
Some recommended core pretreatment industrial water physical filtration processes are:
Physical Separation: This process removes suspended solids like grit, sand, and organic matter through techniques like screening, filtration, and sedimentation.
pH Adjustment: Industrial processes can alter wastewater pH, making it too acidic or basic to allow for a safer process downstream.
Chemical Treatment: By adding specific chemicals, dissolved metals and others, inorganic compounds can be removed by precipitation.
Oil and Grease Removal: Many industries generate oily wastewater. Pretreatment employs techniques like skimming, flotation, or coalescence to separate and remove oil and grease before they can interfere with biological processes.
These core pretreatment processes work together to significantly reduce pollutants, making the wastewater suitable for the downstream process. Overall, pretreatment safeguards and optimizes the performance of the entire wastewater treatment plant.
By employing these core physical filtration processes, industries can ensure comprehensive water pretreatment, providing safe operational procedures, reduced maintenance costs, and prolonged equipment life for the entire wastewater treatment cycle.
At IDE we offer a complete range of pretreatment solutions