Did you know that 70% of the little fresh water that we have to consume irrigation. 20% takes industrial processes and only 10% is applied to domestic consumption.
Water is essential in food production. Its use in agriculture represents the largest volume of consumption globally.
¿Could much of the solution lie in the oceans, which contain 97% of the planet's water?
It is represented by alternate waters or renewable waters, such as brackish and marine waters.
Currently agriculture is not growing in many regions problems of shortage of fresh water.
The salinity of the water is a major problem for agriculture, it contains high concentrations of sales, which crops may not tolerate.
If the water treatments are not adequate for use in agricultural irrigation, major agronomic problems can occur that affect crop productivity.
The solution to combat the shortage of fresh water is the treatment of saline water sources through the desalination process.
¿What is desalination?
Physical-chemical process that consists of eliminating salt from sea or brackish water, to transform it into fresh water.
Used by a reverse osmosis system that consists of the sea water being forced to cross a membrane to leave the salt molecules behind, separating them from the water.
Membranes are recognized as leaders in reverse osmosis, responsible for separating salts from water.
All problems related to the application of the use of desalinated seawater to agricultural irrigation can be solved through a correct regulation of this type of supply.
The quality of irrigation water is essential for the successful production of tall crops and thus achieving high yields.
¿What is hard water?
It is known as hard water that contains a high level of dissolved minerals calcium and magnesium. And with it the problems it carries.
¿Do you know what consequences it could cause?
It is important to know that hard water causes various problems.
Having hard water can have a major influence on the performance and maintenance of cleaning appliances, as well as the taste of the water.
The negative effects of hard water exist:
¿Are you looking for a solution?
Despite this, there is a great solution for this type of operation aimed at eliminating the hardness of the water, called a softener.
The softener offers a complete solution to prevent scale formation caused by these minerals produced by high-grade calcium and magnesium carbonates that are dissolved in water.
The process of softening the water consists of removing some minerals that are found in small proportions in the water that can affect certain activities and be harmful if consumed in high levels.
¿What is ozone?
It is a powerful oxidant that gives them disinfectant properties against microorganisms as long as they are used in the necessary doses for the necessary time.
¿Is it totally safe to use it?
Claro is completely safe and its use is regulated by its corresponding standard, being its usual application in the purification of water.
Its main advantages are that it does not leave chemical residues and does not impart particular aromas or odors to the final product, as occurs with other disinfectants.
¿How do you disinfect?
Because, by sharing electrons between three atoms, the resulting molecule tends to capture electrons from any compound that comes close to it, which makes it a strong oxidant. Thus, by capturing electrons from other molecules, it oxidizes them until they are destroyed, as long as the ozone concentration and the contact time are sufficient.
¿How effective is it as a disinfectant?
Ozone is highly effective in disinfection against viruses, bacteria, fungi and protozoa, as well as properties that allow the elimination of bad odors and chemical contamination. This is due to its great oxidizing power.
Clearwater Tech designs and manufactures ozone water treatment systems and related components to serve a wide range of applications.
They focus in innovation which makes them leaders in the ozone industry , delivering reliable and efficient systems.
Learn about the applications and benefits for a better use of ozone systems:
Pools and spas
Ozone systems for commercial pools and spas of all sizes can be incorporated with a ready-to-use turnkey system that provides superior disinfection and peace of mind.
Benefits:
Water problems
Ozone has been approved for use in water treatment.
Benefits:
Breweries
Brewery professionals understand the benefits of ozone as an organic disinfection tool to produce the best possible product.
Benefits:
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¿What is activated carbon?
It is a black, odorless, tasteless powder obtained from coconut shell and wood pulp, being a versatile material that can control and eliminate polluting compounds.
¿What does activated carbon remove from water?
Eliminates impurities in the water such as pesticides, industrial residues, and other chemical products. It also removes pollutants that generate bad odors and flavors, making the water taste better and better quality.
Thanks to the amount of elements that activated carbon removes, it is used in all fields of water treatment.
It's used in treatment plants and in domestic purifiers.
Activated carbon is one of the most effective ways to improve water quality.
Jacobi Carbons provides solutions to municipalities that need to treat their water so that it is safe and potable.
Jacobi provides AquaSorb ™ series products.
AquaSorb ® 1200 granular activated carbon is manufactured specifically for the treatment of water for human consumption, both in municipal and industrial applications.
Features:
We invite you to learn more about the JACOBI ACTIVATED CARBON LINE
The best efficient alternative for water disinfection is through ultraviolet (UV) light.
UV light prevents microorganisms from reproducing by damaging their nucleic acid.
¿How does UV light disinfect water?
This process is based on the principles of sunlight where by means of strong solar rays the water is permanently purified in a natural way, eliminating the contaminants present in the water.
Its disinfection is not a chemical process and does not produce any residue.
SANITRON® Ultraviolet Purifiers use germicidal ultraviolet lamps that produce lethal short-wave radiation for bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms present in water.
If you need to purify your water, we recommend that you learn about SANITRON water purifying systems.
Advantages of using these systems:
We invite you to learn more about SANITRON water purification systems
¿What is water desalination?
Desalination consists of a process of separating salts from brackish or sea water to convert them into water suitable for human, industrial or agricultural consumption.
¿What is the treatment that this type of water receives?
Water desalination is carried out through different technological processes in desalination plants.
These plants are water treatment facilities that make it possible to take advantage of seawater or brackish water, adapting them to the characteristics required for later use.
¿What is the advantage of desalination of water?
One of the most considered and of great importance is being able to have water available in places where there is greater scarcity.
LG BW R membranes offer a combination of high rejection and reliability suitable for high salinity brackish water and wastewater reuse applications.
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An innovative and complete line of dosing pumps for chemical applications in water treatment.
With more than 60 years of worldwide experience, Walchem and Iwaki have developed the most innovative and complete line of metering pumps to meet industrial or municipal water treatment applications, positioning themselves as one of the leading companies in the market.
Depending on the series, Iwaki metering pumps offer:
High accuracy
The discharge volume can be adjusted in the stroke length and the number of pulses. The stroke length can be adjusted between 20% and 100% and the number of pulses between 0 and 360 ipm. Therefore, a wide range of flow rates are covered.
Multifunctional controller
The controller includes an advanced micro-processor with 3 automatic modes (analog / multiply / divide) can be installed instead of manual operation.
Maximum chemical resistance
The pump heads are available in PVC, GFRPP, PVDF and SUS. All other parts in contact with the liquid are made of materials resistant to high corrosion such as Hastelloy C276, ceramic, PTFE, etc.
Easy maintenance
The pump is made up of few modular components. In addition, not only easy operation is guaranteed, but also regular maintenance creates no problems.
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¿What is it?
It's a broad spectrum liquid microbicide used in UF systems and RO systems for non-potable and non-medical water. Highly effective in water with high concentrations of organics and compatible with low levels of free chlorine and bromine, also scale and corrosion inhibitors.
¿Do you know its advantages?
-Non-oxidizing.
-Readily biodegradable when diluted and effective over a wide range of pH, temperature and water hardness.
-Causes immediate arrest of the growth of microorganisms when in contact with them.
-Broad spectrum activity against algae, fungi and bacteria, including Legionella pneumophila and sulfate reducing bacteria.
-Free formulation designed to be compatible with membrane antifoulants.
-Effective at low concentrations.
Learn about our different microbicide models AWC: Microbicides for membrane systems
A dosing pump is characterized as one of the most important elements for the operation of the industry.
Its main function is to distribute the different liquids that are used to make a product.
The truth is that what characterizes dosing pumps is that they have millimeter precision, especially when it is necessary to measure the quantities of certain liquids in very large volumes and in a certain time.
Metering pumps are very important for water treatment.
Meet the Walchem Iwaki brand pumps: Iwaki dosing pumps
IWAKI metering pumps combine the most advanced pump technology with the latest electrical technology.
Thanks to its wide range, it is practically possible to select the most suitable pump for any dosage in chemical processes and in water treatment.
For large dosing capacities, which are mainly used in process plants, we offer our many proven mechanical action dosing pumps.
Ultraviolet light disinfection of water is a unique and rapid method of disinfection without the use of heat or chemicals.
¿Can UV light change the properties of water?
UV light does not chemically alter the structure of the treated fluid, chemical disinfection techniques, which involve handling hazardous substances and reactions that result in unwanted by-products.
Process water makes up a significant portion of water use in commercial and industrial sectors.
An increasing number of industries and user applications have found UV light to be the ideal solution for their water treatment requirements.
Over the years ultraviolet technology has established itself as the preferred method of disinfecting water efficiently and economically.
Atlantic Ultraviolet Corporation® application specialists assist customers in selecting lamps and equipment.
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Water treatment is increasingly necessary due to the scarcity of drinking water and the growing needs of the world's population.
Inadequate treatment of water generated by human activities is one of the main causes of pollution of ground, river and marine waters and of the alteration and degradation of associated ecosystems.
Water treatment consists of various chemical, biological and physical operations aimed at reducing or eliminating pollution. By purifying water, it is possible to ensure that those who drink it or use it for hygienic or culinary purposes will not run any risk of contracting diseases or infections.
The main function of wastewater treatment plants is to disinfect contaminated water in order to preserve the environment and increase the availability of this resource.
At American water solutions we have leading brands in the water treatment industry specialized in Pumps, Filtration, Reverse Osmosis (well water and sea water), Demineralization and Control and Instrumentation to improve water quality.
The evolution of standardized parameters indicates that antiscalant is effective in inhibiting scale formation and preventing fouling by colloidal material in reverse osmosis membranes.
Scaling refers to the deposition of particles on a membrane that cause it to become clogged. The blocked surface due to fouling causes a decrease in permeate flux, reducing process efficiency and increasing operating costs.
After an induction period, the plant flow rate decreases rapidly. The duration of this period varies according to the type of scale and the degree of supersaturation of the light soluble salt.
The use of AWC antiscalant can eliminate the need for acid dosing, allow plants to operate at higher recoveries and reduce the frequency of cleanouts.
AWC has developed highly effective inhibitors that are unmatched in the industry for controlling the most challenging fouling.
Learn about the different antifouling models for AWC line membranes
In the process of supplying water, various problems with water quality have arisen, one of the most common being caused by sediment.
What are sediments?
Sediments are sand, clay, rust, mud, and other loose soil particles that settle to the bottom of a body of water.
Know the problems that could cause:
Sediment increases the cost of drinking water treatment and can cause odor and taste problems.
Damage to pipes causing scaling.
Blockages in the pipes.
Don't let poor water quality affect your pipes at home.
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Prevents sediment such as sand particles, rust, mud, etc., from clogging pipes and showers.
American Water Solutions, LLC., is a family business based in Texas. We manufacture reverse osmosis water treatment systems for every application from domestic to industrial.
