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NX Filtration receives order from Delco Water for First Nations water treatment project in Canada

Delco Water, a Canadian leader in water treatment solutions, selected NX Filtration to deliver its hollow fiber nanofiltration membranes for a new Water Treatment Plant in Canada. This is the second drinking water project for which NX Filtration delivers its “direct” nanofiltration (dNF) membranes through Delco Water. The project seeks to upgrade and extend the water treatment system for a remote community, supplying clean and reliable drinking water produced from lake water with high organics. The project will have a capacity of approximately 1,000 cubic meters per day and is expected to be commissioned at the end of 2024. The project is part of a Canadian investment program for clean drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure improvements in First Nation communities. Last
Water Treatment

Sydney Water's $595 Million Initiative Enhances Water Management in Rouse Hill and Riverstone

Sydney Water's recent announcement of a substantial $595 million upgrade to the Rouse Hill and Riverstone Water Resource Recovery Facilities underscores its commitment to effective water management in the region. This initiative forms a crucial part of the North West Treatment Hub Growth Program, aimed at bolstering wastewater treatment capacity to accommodate the rapid population growth in Sydney's northwest. With a strategic partnership involving industry leaders like John Holland, Stantec, and KBR, Sydney Water is poised to implement comprehensive upgrades across three key facilities. These enhancements are not only vital for meeting the increasing demand for water services but also crucial for maintaining the health of local waterways and the Hawkesbury Nepean River. Bernard Clancy,

Optimizing Agricultural Practices Through Ozone Disinfection

When Brookberries took over a tomato greenhouse for strawberry cultivation, they encountered ozone disinfection for treating drain water. The strawberry growers from Limburg have significantly expanded in recent years. In anticipation of new construction projects, ozone disinfection emerged as the sole option. Growers
Wastewater Treatment

Thai Union Achieves 100% Wastewater Elimination Milestone Through Innovative Collaboration

Thai Union has achieved a monumental milestone in environmental sustainability, eliminating 100% of its wastewater discharge through innovative technologies at its fish plant in Thailand. The company plans to leverage this success by establishing a Zero Wastewater Discharge Learning Center, advocating for government policies supporting sustainable industrial development and solidifying its position as a responsible leader in the industry, as stated by Samut Sakorn. Collaborating with the Program Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMUC), a division of Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research Innovation (MHESI), Thai Union Group PCL has announced the groundbreaking achievement of its Zero Wastewater Discharge Project. Suchada Thaensap, Secretary to the Minister of MHESI,

Untangling Wastewater Treatment: Choosing the Right AOP for Your Facility

Industrial wastewater regulations exist for a reason: to safeguard our drinking water sources. But meeting these Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards can be a challenge. Here's where Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs) come in. These powerful technologies offer exceptional benefits for industrial facilities,
Desalination

Morocco's OCP Group's Sustainable Water Initiative

In an era marked by broken promises and unmet climate goals, OCP Group stands out as a beacon of progress, steadily advancing toward its 2028 objective of sourcing water solely from sustainable sources. Through years of dedication and substantial investments, OCP Group is poised to achieve its milestone of relying solely on "non-conventional" water sources by 2028, thereby alleviating pressure on Morocco's strained water reservoirs. As Morocco's largest company, OCP Group is deeply attuned to the nation's enduring water crisis. Recognizing the unsustainable nature of the phosphate fertilizer industry's reliance on millions of liters of fresh water for mining, transportation, and production processes, OCP embarked on a transformative journey to reduce its water footprint and seek
Articles

Abyan's Pioneering 3D-Printed Water Tanks in Kuwait

A landmark achievement in water storage infrastructure has been reached with the construction of pioneering 3D-printed water tanks by Abyan, a leading construction company, for Kuwait United Poultry Company. These cutting-edge tanks, hailed as a "world's first," stand tall at 4.5 meters in height and 7 meters in diameter, promising innovative solutions for water storage needs. Employing state-of-the-art technology, the tanks were swiftly erected using real C40/50 concrete, mixed on-site through the revolutionary D.fab solution, all within an impressive timeframe of just 5 days. Notably, these tanks were crafted using solely macro fibers for reinforcement, completely bypassing the need for traditional reinforcement meshes, which is a rarity in water storage construction. One of the standout

ISS Projects to Mitigate Scarcity in Sundargarh and Rourkela

Sources within the Water Resources department have revealed that groundwork is currently underway on both banks of the Koel River for the establishment of another In-Stream Storage Structure (ISS) at Hamirpur in Rourkela. The persistent drinking water shortage experienced by Sundargarh town and certain parts of
Country Reports

US$115 Million Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Announced for Buenos Aires

Argentina is taking a significant step towards improved sanitation and environmental sustainability in the Buenos Aires area with a US$115 million expansion of a key wastewater treatment plant. Announced in February 2024, this project represents a major investment that will not only increase treatment capacity but also
Pumps & Flow Meters

Complex Pump Controls Made Simple

Sulzer launches next generation controller for optimized performance of wastewater pumping stations. Network pumping stations invariably encounter challenging conditions, and operators can face an uphill struggle to maintain reliability and low operating costs. BlueLinQ Pro, the latest addition to the Sulzer pump controller lineup, uses an intuitive, quicksetup wizard for simplified configuration and uses experience-designed presets to solve complex operating scenarios. Operators can interact seamlessly via the 7” touchscreen and use the integrated variable frequency drive (VFD) control to maximize pump efficiency and reduce energy costs. The new BlueLinQ Pro offers excellent scalability and is capable of controlling up to six assets including pumps, mixers and valves for the most

SIMFLO Debuts Industry-Leading Pump Testing Facility in Lubbock

Lubbock-based pump manufacturer SIMFLO recently unveiled its state-of-the-art engineering facility, boasting the most expansive vertical turbine pump testing facility in North America. This investment underscores SIMFLO's commitment to innovation and quality in the industrial and agricultural pump market. Founded in
Pipes & Valves

Infrastructure Law Allocates $7 Million for Ash Creek to Chief Toquer Pipeline Project

A $7 million allocation from the bipartisan Infrastructure Law has been designated for a crucial project: the construction of a new pipeline connecting the Ash Creek Reservoir to the Chief Toquer Reservoir. This initiative aims to bolster water supply reliability, enhance operational flexibility, and fortify community and landscape resilience against the impacts of climate change. The announcement of this funding was made by Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner Camille Calimlim Touton during a tour of the Chief Toquer Reservoir Project in Toquerville. According to a news release from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, the new reservoir is projected to hold 3,638 acre-feet of water and is anticipated to yield approximately 1,760 acre-feet annually. Last year, the project secured $4.7 million in

AI-Powered Leak Detection Systems Transforming Building Water Conservation

In the realm of building features, water conservation often takes a backseat to the spotlight-stealer, energy efficiency. This dynamic is understandable given the comparatively higher cost of electricity versus water. However, the tide is turning as building owners increasingly recognize the importance of managing
Events

Focusing On the Water Issues of Our Time

Whether it’s climate resilience, opportunities offered by digitalization, optimized wastewater treatment, or global water justice, the environmental technology trade fair IFAT Munich 2024 once again reflects current topics in the water and wastewater industry. From May 13 to 17, 2024, the environmental technology trade fair IFAT Munich will once again show what challenges and market stimulus the international water and wastewater industry is currently dealing with. Among this year’s key topics at the Munich trade fair is adapting to the consequences of climate change. The trade fair’s event program includes several dates that address aspects of this urgent social task. For example, the German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA), the German Association of Cities, the German

Around 50 International Startups Presenting Their Innovations

Newly founded startups presenting themselves to the market for the first time Guided tours presenting exciting startups each day Green Stage: activity area for lectures, networking and discussions IFAT Munich is once again presenting itself as a launch pad for innovative young companies in the environmental technology

Sustainable Solutions: Navigating the Future of Industrial Wastewater Management

In today's rapidly evolving industrial landscape, the responsible management of resources is becoming increasingly crucial. One area that demands immediate attention is industrial wastewater. As industries continue to expand, the generation of wastewater poses environmental challenges. However, a paradigm shifts toward
Industry Experts

Saving Water Starts with You

For some people, water has never been a challenge in their day-to-day lives. This is mainly because they are living in communities where water is easily accessible. For them it’s simple – they turn on the tap and clean water just flows, every time, every day of the year. This makes it difficult for them to acknowledge the challenges experienced by people in other parts of the world when it comes to getting hold of a few drops of water – realizing the real value of water. In developing countries, people can only access water from flowing streams, many of which are sometimes contaminated, leading to water-borne diseases. The lack of quality water also endangers proper handling of human waste and sewage, resulting to stagnant, dirty water – a welcoming environment for mosquitoes and other

Water Stewardship in the 21st Century

Assaad Saadeh, the Regional Water Resources Manager at Nestlé Waters talked to waterHQ about the latest innovations in the water industry. It is a fact: water resources are already unevenly distributed across the planet, and this constitutes one of the major challenges of the 21st century. According to the United