Wastewater Management - Methods to Save the Environment

One of the biggest hazards in today’s world is wastewater. Water, when used for various industrial and domestic purposes, accumulates a large amount of waste and dirt that need to be expelled. Not doing so can lead to water becoming an environmental hazard as it interacts with other living organisms in the food chain.

Thus, having a good wastewater management system is a necessity today. There are multiple ways in which wastewater can be treated:

1. Primary treatment of wastewater

One of the key steps in wastewater management is its primary treatment. It requires the wastewater to be placed in a large tank until the heavier solid particles settle at the bottom. Desludging equipment can be used to discharge these waste particles and then the water can be transferred for further treatment. Desludging  includes the following:

A. Use of RDRO Technology: This is technology that allows for the recovery of valuable water from effluents. RDRO combines the powerful facets of reverse osmosis with an ultrafine gravity filter. It also reduces backwash water volume, space and power consumption and allows for at least 85-90% of the treated water to be recycled.

B. Treatment of textile effluents: Companies such as ATE offer their own versions of the AAA technology to treat textile effluents. The technology uses the dissolved air floatation method to get rid of chemicals and other impurities while at the same time producing methane gas which can be used as fuel.

 C. Treatment of dairy and food industry effluents: In the dairy and food industry, the waste material that mixes with water includes substances rich in edible oils, proteins and fats. The wastewater treatment process used here eliminates all impurities and also releases biogas. This makes the entire treatment process energy neutral. Another positive feature of this treatment is the use of jet mixers for removing impurities.

D. Treatment of pharmaceutical wastewater: This is another form of wastewater treatment which utilizes anaerobic processes to enhance water quality. The RO and UF systems ensure greater membrane life and elimination of sludge that could hamper natural water bodies by choking plants and animals.

There are many other forms of wastewater management as well that are available. They use high technology methods to ensure that the water is treated to its maximum. With environmental concerns plaguing a wide range of industries, having a proper wastewater treatment system serves them in good stead, over the long term. Many companies, today, offer specialised, industry-level equipment for treating different forms of wastewater and making them safe for release and use once again.

State-of-the-art Industrial Wastewater Treatment Solutions

In this day and age of rapidly-increasing pollution due to industrial waste, it’s very crucial to understand how industrial wastewater treatment can play a major role in the overall health and growth of your business. The issue of wastewater management is a vital part of the process to consider, as overlooking it can possibly harm the environment and human health. Further, it may also prevent your facility from meeting local discharge guidelines and may lead your business to incur hefty fines and potential legal action. It is highly recommended that you take the proper steps to ensure the proper treatment of your wastewater before it’s recycled/reused and or discharged into the environment.

With a team of highly skilled and experienced experts, A.T.E. Envirotech (a part of the A.T.E. Group) has developed strong capabilities and proficiency in the areas of wastewater management. The company offers state-of-the-art, complete solutions for wastewater treatment and recycling, including zero liquid discharge (ZLD). Our portfolio also includes value-added products such as micronutrients, enzymes and microbial cultures are offered for improving process performance and enhancing operating efficiency.

AAA™ Technology for Textile Effluents

A tried and tested treatment technology for textile wastewaters, AAA™ technology is capable of reducing chemical consumption and sludge generation by almost 70% compared to the conventional treatment process, while ensuring consistency in treated waste quality. It is a highly effective innovation from A.T.E. that enhances biological treatment efficiency, reduces colour and minimises sludge generation for textile industry wastewaters. AAA™ technology also comes equipped with robustly designed UF and RO recycle systems for maximum recovery and enhanced membrane life, and offers reduced overall power consumption by almost 25 percent.

AVR™ Technology for Sugar and Distillery Effluents

AVR™ is engineered to handle difficult-to-treat wastewaters from sugar and distillery industry. This technology is meant for reduced overall power consumption, lower sludge generation and chemical consumption. It offers high degree of mixing per unit of expended energy with ideal degree of operational safety. Also, due to the absence of in-basin moving parts, it is maintenance-free. AVR and AHR technologies ensure the effective management of sugar and distillery condensates, spent lees and associated wastewaters.

A.T.E. serves a wide range of industry verticals such as textiles, dairy, sugar and distillery, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, chemicals, food processing and buildings. In partnership with world famous Huber, Germany, A.T.E. supplies specialised wastewater treatment equipment. With over 35,000 wastewater treatment technology installed worldwide and presence across 60 countries, Huber is the world’s leading company in the wastewater treatment and sludge treatment space.

Treatment to the Polluted Water

Wastewater treatment or sanitation is a process used to convert the polluted water into water that can be safely discharged into the environment. During this process, pollutants are removed or broken down. The treatment of waste involves treatment of various particles just like human waste, solid waste, sewage and sludge.

PROCESSES INVOLVED IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT

Phase separation: In this process, it removes the solid particles from the pollutants. A process like ion exchange and reverse osmosis distillation are used to separate the microparticles which are non-dissolvable. This process is very lengthy and can take days before the process can proceed to the next step

Oxidation: Oxidation reduces the BOD (Biological oxygen demand) of the wastewater. It converts the impurities to carbon dioxide and some harmless biosolid.

Sewage plant treatment: This is a large process where the local municipality sets up a two-step primary process to remove solid wastes from the water and then to chemically treat the organic material as well as the nitrogen phosphorus and sometimes pathogenic bacteria also.

Wastewater treatment in industries 

Disposal of the waste waters from industries is a huge and costly problem. Large-scale industries like petrochemical industries have treatment plant at their facility, in co-operation with the local government without causing any harm to the community. Various industrial wastewater treatment systems are listed below.

Petrochemical treatment: Anaerobic process is used to degrade complex organic pollutants from the water. Large surface area for the UV and RO treatment of the water is done to reduce the ammonia- nitrogen content in the water.

Textile Effluents: In the textile industry wastewater is a major concern. Water is used for cleaning the raw material and for flushing the product during production. The main ingredients of the wastewater are fat, oil, colour and other chemicals. The treatment process is not same in all factories. A revolutionary technology called AAA™ produces 30 percent less sludge and is becoming rapidly popular among textile processors.

Pharmaceutical Waste-water Treatment: A wide range of products are made in pharmaceutical industries, with which a large number of chemical materials are being used throughout the process. Thus, a large number of waste particles are generated in the industry which acts as contaminants or toxins that are very much harmful to the whole environment. That's why AHR-P tech has improved solid retention and enhanced water quality, consistent quality wastewater treatment and reduced sludge generation.

A.T.E.: has grown over the years to be an expert in the area of wastewater management. We include one of the best comprehensive solutions for wastewater treatment with zero liquid discharge. Our profile also includes bio-treatment of sludge treatment so as to give process optimizing performance.

Advanced And Efficient Industrial Wastewater Treatment Solutions From A.T.E.

Due to tightening environmental regulations and a rising awareness on environmental conservation, industries are increasingly on the lookout for reliable, effective and advanced industrial wastewater treatment solutions. Small and large factories of all types need industrial wastewater treatment solutions that will help them adhere to tightening anti-pollution norms.
 

Companies such as A.T.E. Enterprises Private Limited are renowned suppliers of reliable industrial wastewater treatment solutions. A.T.E. is engaged in designing and developing some of the most innovative and effective waste treatment systems for various industrial types. The company innovative and custom-made technologies help treat harmful effluents in industrial wastewater so as to ensure that the wastewater can be recycled or disposed safely.
 

A team of highly trained and extensively experienced professionals at A.T.E. has enabled the company to build a strong portfolio when it comes to solutions for wastewater treatment. The company also provides ZLD (Zero Liquid Discharge). Several different technologies have been designed by the company to suit the specific needs of particular industries.
 

For sugar mills and distilleries effluents
 

A.T.E.’s advanced AVR™ technology is designed exclusively for the treatment of wastewater in distilleries and sugar mills. The unique design allows for a higher degree of mixing per unit of energy expended for it. It also allows for optimum safety while operational.
 

The lack of moving parts in the in-basin ensures that the machine is low in maintenance. This wastewater treatment method uses advanced anaerobic techniques to degrade organic pollutants in the effluents from the sugar mills or distilleries. A larger surfaced media in the reactor also allows for better retention of solids.
 

For pharmaceutical effluents
 

The advanced AHR-P technology from A.T.E. effectively combines two anaerobic treatment processes. This ensures that the AHR-P has improved solids retention and consistently high quality of treated wastewater. The highly-efficient RO and UF recycle systems help to get maximum recovery and better membrane life. It also provides significantly reduced power consumption and sludge generation.
 

With the effective industrial wastewater treatment systems from A.T.E., various types of industries have been able to reduce the toxicity and effluent levels of the generated wastewater. This has allowed these companies to maintain an eco-conserving and environment-friendly image.

Effective and Efficient Industrial Wastewater Treatment Technology in India

With the rapid growth of industrialisation in India, there is significant economic as well as social growth being witnessed today. Although the fast expansion of industries in India in the recent years has added greatly to its global economic and industrial value, it has also resulted in several strict regulations and practices imposed on various industries from an ecological perspective.

One of the main concerns for almost all types of industries is the disposal of the industrial waste products, which also includes the immense amount of water that is required in various industrial processes. For this, A.T.E. Enterprises Private Limited in India has been providing effective and efficient industrial wastewater treatment solutions.

A team of highly-experienced industry experts at A.T.E. use their skills and capabilities to provide innovative solutions for the treatment of industrial wastewater. The main aim of these solutions is to recycle and treat the wastewater to attain ZLD (Zero Liquid Discharge).

A.T.E. Envirotech, a part of the A.T.E. group, also provides industrial biological wastewater treatment solutions as well as sludge and wastewater treatment solutions from Huber (Germany).

Industrial wastewater treatment solutions from A.T.E. and Huber are applicable for the following industries:

Textile industry:

 

A.T.E.’s excellent AAA™ Technology for Textile Effluents is designed to reduce sludge by around 70% or better by using advanced treatment procedures.

Sugar Mills/Distilleries:

 

innovative AVR™ Technology for Sugar and Distillery Effluents is helpful in successfully decreasing comprehensive power usage as well as lowering the levels of sludge generation and chemical absorption.

Pharmaceutical industry:

 

AHR-P Technology for Pharmaceutical Effluents is a reliable system for the complicated procedure of treating wastewater from the pharmaceutical industry efficiently.

Food & Dairy industry:

 

The AVR-AF Technology for Food and Dairy Effluents combines the efficiency of anaerobic and aerobic procedures to help in degrading the edible oils, proteins, fats, etc. The high-tech ‘jet mixing’ technology provides the best mixing of effluents in a reactor.

Petrochemical/Chemical industry:

 

AHR Technology for Chemical and Petrochemical Effluents is specially designed to help in better solid retention and for increasing the quality of the treated water.

These innovative industrial wastewater treatment solutions by A.T.E. Envirotech provide the most effective and advanced wastewater treatment solutions for a large variety of industrial applications.