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Waste Collection Maintenance Facility

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 21:15:03 +0000

The Problem: A waste hauling company takes pride in ensuring the collection trucks are clean and presentable to their clients, you, and I. Each day, every truck is washed to remove the day’s accumulation of road film, oil, and grease, some fluids from the collection, and landfill solids. The company needed a system that could remove the contaminants and purify the water to a level safe for discharge to the POTW. The system discharge is tested quarterly to meet discharge Regulation

The Answer: The ClearFlow CF-200 system was installed. The system is set up to automatically treat the wastewater as it is being generated and pumped from an in-ground separator tank in the wash rack area. The system was installed in its own treatment room next to the wash rack. A service program was initiated with the company that provides the required maintenance the systems need without using company personnel. The system has been providing a quality discharge and reliable operation.

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Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the CF-200. A rugged 304 stainless steel design will provide long-lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides the hauling company with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream.

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Tortilla Manufacturer

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 21:13:57 +0000

The Problem: Tortilla manufacturer generates wastewater in the process of cleaning the tortilla and tortilla chip manufacturing machines. Cleanings are constant throughout the week and on the weekend the entire plant is cleaned and sanitized. These cleaning evolutions generate a volume of wastewater that is loaded with FOG ( Fats, Oils, and Grease) and Suspended Solids. Their discharges were exceeding the local POTW requirements and they were under a directive to reduce the discharge of FOG and TSS. The

Answer: The ClearFlow CF-400 has been applied to pre-treat the generated waste stream providing clean, clear water. The waste flow from the plant is pumped from an in-ground separator and directed to a screen filter to remove large particles such as chip pieces and other objects. The waste is then directed to two 4500 gallon EQ tanks. The CF 400 pulls wastewater from the EQ tanks and processes it removing the TSS and FOG down to minimal levels and even to a non-detect level. The installation of the CF 400 has provided the company with a reliable process that is compact and easy to operate. The system has provided the local POTW with a high quality of discharge they never expected from this facility.

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Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the CF-400. A rugged 304 stainless steel. powder and clear coat design will provide long-lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides them with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream. As well as peace of mind that their discharge is meeting local regulations.

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Tank Wash Facility LA.

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 21:08:15 +0000

The Problem: A company washes tank trailers and ISO tank containers. The variety of wastes encountered presents a challenge in the treatment of the generated waste. They required that the water be recycled at a rate of at least 50%. The CF 400 was selected as the primary treatment with a WRO3 post-high output ozone process and filtration circulation loop to reduce dissolved organics and suspended solids. The Answer: The ClearFlow CF-400 has been applied to pre-treat the generated waste stream providing clean, clear water. A secondary process consisting of a 240 g/hr corona discharge ozone circulation loop reduces the dissolved organics present in the effluent from the CF unit. A tertiary filtration consisting of two # 2 100 micron bag filters completes the treatment scenario allowing them to reuse the wash water. Prior to installation of the system they would haul up to 6,000 gallons of wastewater a day. Significant savings are realized. Also Read our Case Study:: County Bus Maintenance Facility Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the CF-400 and WRO3. A rugged 304 stainless steel design will provide long-lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides them with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream. The company has installed a second system in GA.

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A Drilling Pipe Machine Works Facility

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 21:05:34 +0000

The Problem: A Pipe Machining company manufactures a drilling pipe at its TX facility. Manufacturing consists of taking raw pipe and milling threads and/or attaching couplings to the ends of the pipe of various diameters. In this process, two main waste streams are generated. First is a coolant waste generated in the CNC machines that mill the threads and the second waste stream is phosphate wash water which is the highest volume waste generated.

The Answer: The ClearFlow CF-200 has been applied to pre-treat the generated waste stream by taking the waste phosphate wash and adding a smaller amount of the coolant waste combined and treating providing clean, clear water. A secondary process consisting of a 10 g/hr corona discharge ozone circulation loop that reduces the dissolved organics present in the effluent from the CF unit. The resulting treated water is discharged. Prior to installing this system, the company was hauling this waste water from its facility at a high cost per gallon.

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Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the CF System. A rugged 304 stainless steel design will provide long lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides them with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream.

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Oil Exploratory Company, WA Australia

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 21:01:03 +0000

The Problem: This oil exploratory company generates wastewater in the process of cleaning oilfield tools used on offshore oil rigs. The tools are loaded with oil, solids, salts, and a variety of chemicals and metals. The tools are washed using a pressure washer then the water is collected and sent to the system for treatment through various ECE products and then the cleaned water is reused in the washing process. The company benefits from the process of maintaining a closed-loop process where minimal wastewater exits the facility.

The Answer: The wastewater is first treated using ECE’s DRLC OWS to remove free oils and solids. The water is sent to a Pre Tank where the ClearFlow CF 400 takes on 400-gallon batches and removes emulsified oils, solids, and metals. The effluent from the CF 400 is sent to a holding tank where ECE’s WR3 Multi-Media and UV System provides a tertiary final polish and sterilization of the water for reuse in the washing process.

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Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the DRLC OWS, CF-400, and WR3. A rugged 304 stainless steel design will provide long-lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides this company with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream.

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Australian Cardboard Manufacturer

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 21:00:09 +0000

The Problem: In the manufacturing of cardboard boxes, ink is used to print a client’s information on the container. During the change-outs of the printing press, the ink is washed off the printing roller to ready the process for the next client’s container. This washing generates a waste ink high in solids that in order to discharge the box manufacturer has paid excessive discharge fees to the SA Water Board.

The Answer: The ClearFlow 600 has been installed to remove the suspended solids from the stream reducing the cost to discharge to the SA Water Board. The ClearFlow 600 processes up to 1200 gallons per hour of the high solids waste ink generating the clear water discharge shown here in the photo of the effluent being filtered by the CF-600’s SS Belt Filter. The sludge generated passes a TCLP for non-haz disposal. The ClearFlow 600 continually provides this quality of water. Fully Automatic.

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Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the CF-600. A rugged 304 stainless steel design will provide long-lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides our new client with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream.

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An Aerospace Fasteners Manufacturing Facility

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 20:59:05 +0000

The Problem: The company manufactures various types of fasteners for the aerospace industry. In the process of manufacturing, several waste streams are generated that contain oil, various metals, and solids. In order to save operating costs in the form of hauling charges, The company needed a way to treat the waste streams to allow for discharge to the local POTW. They also required to treat two separate waste streams individually using one system. The ECE ClearFlow System was selected.

The Answer: The ClearFlow CF-200 has been applied to treat the generated waste stream providing clean, clear discharge water. The CF-200 installed at the company is programmed to perform two independent treatment processes in order to keep the waste streams separated as requested by them. The system treats the oily wastewater as the main waste and then when available, will switch programs and valve positions to treat cyanide waste independently and automatically. All contaminants are removed for safe POTW disposal.

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Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the CF-200. A rugged 304 stainless steel design will provide long-lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides them with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream.

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Electrical Components Manufacturing, FL

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 20:58:18 +0000

The Problem: A well known electrical components company manufactures electrical wiring components such as grounding rod clamps, wiring crimps, end connectors, distribution components, and a variety of other electrical parts. In this process, they generate a waste stream containing various metals including copper, zinc, and aluminum. The CF 200 system has been installed to remove the metals and oils from the wastewater so it can be safely discharged to the local POTW.

The Answer: The ClearFlow CF-200 system was installed. The system is set up to automatically treat the wastewater as it is being generated and pumped from various locations within the plant. The system was installed in a new building that houses all of the company’s recycling efforts from wastewater to metal recycling. The system has been providing a quality discharge and reliable operation since it was installed in August 2017.

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Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the CF-200. A rugged 304 stainless steel design will provide long-lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides this company with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream.

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County Transit Bus Maintenance Facilities

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 20:56:53 +0000

The Problem: A County Transit operates three bus maintenance facilities. Each facility generates wash wastewater in the process of cleaning buses. Engine degreasing, undercarriage wash, wheel cleaning, and general maintenance washing generate wastewater contaminated with oils, grease, and metals including Zinc and Lead. They needed a system that could remove the contaminants and purify the water to a level safe for discharge to the POTW.

The Answer: The ClearFlow CF-200 system was installed. Four units at three facilities. The systems are set up to automatically treat the wastewater as it is being generated and pumped into the supplied 500-gallon storage tank. The facilities did not need any major structural addition to house the systems. They were installed in or near the wash areas. A service program was initiated with the County that provides the required maintenance the systems need without using County personnel. The systems have been providing a quality discharge and reliable operation.

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Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the CF-200. A rugged 304 stainless steel design will provide long-lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides the County with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream.

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County Bus Maintenance Facility

Andrew Hyatt — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 20:37:58 +0000

The Problem: Undercarriage wash operations generate a waste stream of emulsified oils, metals, and organics. High emulsifying degreaser provides easy removal of oils and grease from the vehicle using a pressure washer but leaves wastewater that is difficult to treat for either recycle or discharge. Oils and grease remain in chemical emulsification. The wastewater also contains metals, COD, and organics.

The Answer: The ClearFlow CF-200 has been applied to treat the generated waste stream providing clean, clear recycled wash water. The CF-200 removes the emulsified oils and metals using our ClearFloc CFM 330 Bentonite Clay. The sludge generated passes TCLP as non-haz material for standard disposal. Post-treatment is provided by aerated ozone to reduce COD and organics. The final treatment before reuse is a 25-micron polish filter. Installed in 2009, ClearFlow Systems continue to provide the County with reliable service. Fully automatic.

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Results: Consistent, repeatable results are provided by the CF-200. A rugged 304 stainless steel design will provide long-lasting service. Ease of use, infinite variability processing allows the system to be most efficient in consumable use and time to treat. This fully automatic system provides the County with the best available technology for a difficult waste stream.

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