PLC technology is becoming more extensive and automation platforms meet more and more wishes from the market. An important factor here is freedom of design. With JUMO variTRON, JUMO introduces a completely new control system that can be built up from the base according to the specific wishes of the customer. JUMO variTRON offers you the possibility to design both the hardware and the software from the base according to your own wishes. In addition to this major modular advantage, JUMO variTRON communicates with every communication protocol. Existing and new applications can thus be enriched with a large amount of data, allowing the customer to anticipate follow-up actions to be taken even faster.

AZZURO is proud to announce that a Contract has been signed with UESH-CHEC JV in Singapore. AZZURO will design, supply and supervise the installation, testing and commissioning of an Air Pollution Control system for a 400-tonne-per-day Food Waste Treatment Facility (FWTF). The construction of this waste treatment facility, the largest in South-East Asia, will be a key step for Singapore towards realizing its vision of becoming a zero-waste economy. The integrated ‘food handling-waste water treatment-gas plant’ is a landmark project for which AZZURO has now become a key supplier. AZZURO will be supplying six (6) of our Torrenta TR 40-8 Biotrickling Filters including ductwork, dampers and all auxiliaries such as water storage tanks, spray systems as well as the electrical, instrumentation and control.

"The climate crisis is a water crisis” COP28 Leadership Interview with Georg Weber, Member of the Executive Board and CTO of the Wilo Group. Water covers more than 70 per cent of our planet. Yet the global resources of drinking water are limited: just three per cent of the earth’s water is potable. As climate change is increasingly restricting access to this scarce resource every day, our mission is to protect this fundamental human right and to ensure a reliable water supply for people all around the world. During COP28 in Dubai, Laura Buckwell interviewed Georg Weber, Member of the Executive Board and CTO of the Wilo Group, for the COP28 Leadership Interviews. There he described how we are working for a more sustainable future, how water defines our everyday lives, and which projects we are implementing for the sustainable use of this vital resource. Read the transcript or watch the interview here. Want to read the full article? Follow the added link.

WE TAKE SUSTAINABILITY TO THE NEXT LEVEL BY USING 100% RECYCLED POLYETHYLENE IN THE MANUFACTURE OF CPX STANDARD PRODUCTS One of our most significant sustainability issues concerns the use of materials and waste management. Our processes support a circular economy where the extraction of natural resources is minimized by recycling materials and reusing them for new products. In this way, less raw material is consumed while the amount of waste is reduced. OUR OWN RECYCLING We have invested in both equipment and knowledge to recycle the waste material into new plastic raw material that is now used in our own production. We have been involved in running Nordic Plastic Recycling (NPR) for several years. Recycled materials of sufficiently good quality are still in short supply, which is why we invest in our own recycling facilities to ensure the availability of materials. As part of the continued sustainability work, all extension necks for CPX underground tanks are now manufactured in 100% recycled polyethylene. The properties of the material are so good that we do not have to compromise on the quality of the products. This is the first CPX product to be made from 100% recycled as standard and we will continue with more products as the availability of recycled materials increases. Recycled materials have been used successfully in several customer-specific projects for several years. THE VALUE OF PLASTIC RECYCLING When we use 1 kg of virgin polyethylene (PE) in the manufacture of plastic products, almost 2 kg of carbon dioxide emissions is generated. If we recycle the material and use it again, the amount of emissions are reduced by half. Through smart production methods, we can reduce the amount of used material and increase the energy efficiency. In addition, if the products are designed in a way that makes them easy to collect, sort and recover, the total emount of emissions of greenhouse gases are further minimized.

Our service engineers are on the road daily to support customers with maintenance, inspections, and repairs. We do this not only for Boll & Kirch, but also for systems from Knoll, Hülswitt, and similar installations, among others. What does this yield? • Fewer breakdowns • Better filtration performance • Longer installation lifespan • And above all: peace of mind and certainty in the process During Aqua Nederland, we would be happy to tell you more about the value of good maintenance and how our service can strengthen your filtration process. Visit our stand, meet the team, and discover what we can do for your installation.

Lafayette has long partnered in major water projects aimed at enhancing regional resilience against changing climatic conditions. Alongside developing new water reservoirs, wastewater treatment is becoming increasingly vital for sustaining prosperity and growth in the area. Following the planning, delivery and installation of the first HYPERCLASSIC®-Mixing and Aeration System by INVENT in the sludge holding tank, twelve further systems were installed by 2023 after the successful operation of the first unit.

D&F Techniek Introduces Japanese CO₂ Capture Technology to European Greenhouses In collaboration with Seibu Giken DST AB, D&F Techniek is expanding its industrial air purification technologies into the horticultural sector, focusing specifically on sustainable CO₂ enrichment solutions for greenhouses and vertical farms. For years, D&F Techniek has been recognized within industrial markets for its specialized air quality solutions, including dehumidifiers and VOC concentrators (Volatile Organic Compounds). Now, D&F Techniek is bringing the latest Seibu Giken DST AB air purification technology to horticulture with a new emphasis: Direct Air Capture (DAC) of CO₂ for use in greenhouses and vertical farms. “Our core technology is based on a honeycomb-structured filtration system,” explains Takeshi Wasaka, Tech Sales Manager at DST AB. “We apply specific functionalities to this structure—such as silica gel or zeolite for moisture adsorption, or a proprietary absorbent material to capture CO₂ and release it again at low temperatures.”

INVENT mixers have been used reliably for years for the desalination process of water from the sea in Oman. Clean water is a scarce commodity, especially in arid, i.e. hot and dry, climatic zones. Affected countries bordering on oceans have a way out of the shortage: desalination of seawater. Worldwide, more than 20,000 seawater desalination plants supply millions of people, plus animals, plants and the adjacent economy with drinking water. Countries in North Africa and Middle East are particularly dependent on this form of freshwater production. The high standard of living on the Arabian Peninsula, for example in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar or Oman, would not be possible without the abundant freshwater extracted from the sea. Several process technologies are available for seawater desalination. After multi-stage flash evaporation, in which the fresh water is extracted by means of heating and condensation, desalination plants have become established that operate on the principle of reverse osmosis. In this process, saltwater taken from the sea is forced under high pressure through special membranes designed to allow water molecules to pass through, but not larger molecules. The process involves several stages, requiring special mixing systems such as those developed and built by INVENT. One of the largest seawater desalination plants using INVENT technology is located in the Sultanate of Oman. This seawater desalination plant is located in the north of the oil and gas-rich state, in Al-Ghubra, a suburb of the capital Muscat. The plant has been operating since 2016 and enables the extraction of 191,000 cubic meters of drinking water per day. In operation are 32 HYPERCLASSIC®– and two CYBERPITCH®-Mixers. The mixers are integrated in the flocculation process, which serves to separate the finest solid particles. Read more: https://invent-uv.com/blog/2023/06/09/drinking-water-desalination-invent-mixers/

The RMX is a submersible pump developed by Vanderkamp. Equipped with the clog-free X-centric impeller from Pentair Fairbanks Nijhuis, this pump is ideal for processing sewage water and has already proven its reliability in numerous domestic and foreign projects. Developed with a focus on reliability and ease of use, the RMX submersible pump offers a compact design due to its molded upward outlet bend, which keeps the installation size to a minimum. This makes the RMX versatile for various pump applications. With the RMX submersible pump you rent a reliable and extremely efficient pump. Trust the RMX for optimal performance in any pumping application.

In practice, many organisations still operate their water networks or installations based on existing measurement data or original design values. At the same time, systems are constantly evolving. Networks are expanded, pipes accumulate deposits and operational settings are adjusted. As a result, the actual flow rate may differ from the values on which the system is currently being operated. This is precisely why an independent verification of the flow rate can be valuable. With a clamp-on ultrasonic flow measurement, it is possible to measure the flow in a pipe without shutting down the installation or opening the pipeline. The sensors are simply mounted on the outside of the pipe. This quickly provides insight into what is actually flowing through the system. This measurement method is commonly used to verify existing flow measurements, perform temporary flow monitoring and analyse the performance of water networks and sewer systems. During Aqua Nederland Vakbeurs we will demonstrate this in practice. At our stand you will find a pipe system equipped with several types of clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeters. Here you can see up close how a non-invasive flow measurement is carried out and what kind of insights such a measurement can provide. Do you have a practical situation you would like to discuss with us? You can find us at stand L24.

Met de E-nose is real-time informatie uit te lezen over geursituaties en ontwikkelingen. Met deze continue inzichten kan er tijdig worden gesignaleerd wanneer de verzadigingsgrens wordt bereikt en kan er snel worden ingegrepen voordat er overlast ontstaat. De E-nose is een product van onze partner Odour Balance die ook op onze stand aanwezig zal zijn.

At an existing site of Waterschap Rivierenland, Modderkolk Projects & Maintenance BV replaced the old installation with a FLOW: a solar mast that generates energy on site using solar panels. The existing installation was not functioning properly, so we installed a more compact and efficient solar-powered system. Waterschap Rivierenland will test this pilot year-round from the moment of commissioning. If everything continues to operate as expected, there are plans to roll out these solar masts at multiple locations. The new mast is more compact, less visually intrusive in the natural environment, and can remain fully operational throughout the entire year. This solar mast was developed by SPIRIT Solar Power Supply and represents a great step toward an efficient and sustainable energy supply.

Companies in the chemical industry are facing stricter EU regulations regarding dioxane, a common by-product of chemical processes. This is a positive development because dioxane is persistent and toxic, can easily spread in water, and is carcinogenic. To prevent dioxane from entering nature and even our groundwater, reliable removal is necessary. This poses a challenge for companies to develop robust water treatment methods that mitigate risks and avoid downtime. A client in the Netherlands encountered the issue that their on-site wastewater treatment could not remove 1,4-dioxane, resulting in outgoing concentrations exceeding local regulations. The permitted maximum outgoing concentration was <1 mg/L, requiring a removal efficiency of >92% to meet discharge limits. We supported the client with an Advanox Precision reactor in their wastewater treatment. This reactor utilizes advanced oxidation to purify water from dioxane. It combines UV-C light and (sustainable) hydrogen peroxide from Nouryon, reacting with the contamination and 'burning' it in the water, breaking it down into harmless particles. We developed a customized pilot installation, extensively testing it with various dosages and variations in wastewater. This led to a final installation that effectively removes dioxane with the optimal dosage of UV-C light and hydrogen peroxide, minimizing energy waste. Since the Advanox process requires an intensive treatment, the energy consumption (0.70 kWh/m3) is higher and the treatment extremely effective. Any residual hydrogen peroxide is not a problem for the subsequent wastewater treatment plant, in other applications it can be easily removed with minimal impact on treatment costs. The Advanox proved to be superior in water quality, CAPEX and OPEX to all other alternatives tested and researched by the customer.

INVENT iTURBO®-Blower: Tailored Solution for Maximum Performance Bottom mounted aeration systems are ubiquitous in modern wastewater treatment plants. Essential for these aeration systems is a supply of compressed air to introduce air beneath the water surface. For this reason, INVENT has expanded its portfolio with the highly efficient iTURBO®-Blower to provide an optimal addition to various aeration systems. Powered by a high-speed PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor) with an efficiency of up to 98 percent and frictionless high-performance air bearings, the iTURBO®-Blower operates with an integrated Variable Frequency Drive (VFD). This not only drives the motor but also monitors the torque, power, and speed delivered to the motor, ensuring reliable and low-maintenance operation. The compact and lightweight design of the iTURBO®-Blower also allows for easy installation and features an integrated, low-noise design with motor, turbo impeller, VFD, and control system in a single compact unit. The blower only requires regular replacement of air filters as maintenance work. The interplay of these features can lead to a reduction in operating costs of up to 30% compared to conventional blowers. Furthermore, it features a user-friendly HD touchscreen HMI. State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Technology For the production of the iTURBO®-Blower, INVENT has implemented modern manufacturing techniques that allow the blower to be tailored to the specific requirements of a wastewater treatment plant. This technology optimizes energy consumption and perfectly adjusts the operating range to the respective application... Read more: https://invent-uv.com/blog/2023/09/21/efficient-iturbo-blower/