Industrial Water Solutions - Issue 3

INSIDE CLEARMAKE ENGINEERING & OPERATIONS

WELCOME

The past few months have been an incredibly exciting time here at Clearmake, and we have plenty of news to share in this edition of our newsletter.

REVOLUTIONARY NEW TREATMENT TECHNOLOGY
The biggest news this month is that Clearmake is launching its revolutionary electroflocculation technology, Clearmake Electropure^TM. A unique patented technology that has been in development for over a decade and has now been proven in more than 80 installations world wide. The testing has been thorough and this phenomenally effective technology is now being offered to the general market.

This technology offers a number of benefits over traditional water treatment technologies and is ideal for a vast range of applications.

It's a highly flexible and efficient process that uses little or no chemicals, there are no filters and few moving parts, so maintenance is minimal and ongoing operation is simple and cost effective.

Ideal for small to medium sized projects, it can clean naturally contaminated water for use, artificially contaminated water for safe discharge or reuse and is especially suited to the break down of emulsified oils. Plus it's ideal for a closed loop recycling system as it does not increase salinity of the water. It's even capable of creating drinking water in accordance with the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines.

And best of all, it's compact and costs less (capital investment and ongoing operational costs) than most other technologies.

We'll have a demonstration video available in the coming weeks, so please let us know if you are interested and we'll send you a link once it's available. Simply email info@clearmake.com.au with video demo in your subject line.

Meanwhile, for more detailed product information, a list of suitable applications and particle removal guide, please click here and you'll be taken to the Water Treatment page of our website.

NEW WEBSITE
The new Clearmake website is now live. Thanks to your feedback we have updated content, included more comprehensive information and images in a more user friendly format.

The specifiers area has also been updated and if you are already a member, you will have received an email confirming your new login details. If you're not yet a member, then login to register. The specifier's area provides engineers and product specifiers with Clearmake technical data and examples of system drawings anytime you need them.

GROWTH IN NATIONAL SALES SUPPORT
Clearmake has joined forces with SpecRep Services (SRS) to provide a more extensive sales support network for clients throughout New South Wales and Victoria. With over 20 years experience, SRS supports designers, engineers, specifiers and consultants in the water treatment and construction industries with industry expertise and up to date product information.

SRS are pleased to be representing the quality range of water treatment products and services provided by Clearmake and we are as equally impressed to be working with such a professional and experienced sales support team.

If you would like to organise a visit from your local SRS consultant, please call us on 1800 700 267 or email sales@clearmake.com.au

Thank you. I hope you enjoy this edition of our newsletter.

David Lumb
Managing Director
Clearmake

PROJECT CASE STUDY

CUSTOMER IPS LOGISTICS
LOCATION BRISBANE
PROJECT AQIS WASH BAY WATER RECYCLING & FIRST FLUSH DIVERSION SYSTEM

BACKGROUND
IPS required a new unroofed AQIS (Australian Quarantine Inspection Service) wash bay at its Port of Brisbane facility. The key operational and regulatory requirements of the project were to meet AQIS and local council requirements while also minimising the use of potable town water for wash down operations. Clearmake was selected to design, manufacture and commission a first flush diversion and water recycling system for the new wash bay.

SOLUTION
Clearmake worked in partnership with IPS Logistics and AQIS to develop a custom system specifically designed to meet the needs of the project. The solution components included:

Clearmake Water Recycling System
Capable of treating up to 1,500 l per hour of wash down water, this system removes silt, heavy metals, seeds, weeds and pests from the water, then filters and disinfects the water to make sure it's safe for reuse for wash down.

Clearmake First Flush Diversion System
The first flush diversion system collects the first flush from the wash bay and directs it to the recycling system for treatment. Clean storm water is allowed to flow to the local storm water system.

BENEFIT
• AQIS and local council approval to expand the site operations as a result of water efficiency and environmental protection measures included in the design
• Minimal use of potable town water for wash down
• Protection of the environment from potential imported seeds, weeds and pests

INDUSTRY UPDATE

You may be eligible for generous government funding toward a green business initiative

In 2010, the Queensland Government is actively targeting businesses looking to undertake a green project relating to clean technology, energy or resource efficiency or waste reduction.
Called the Carbon Initiative, it is an extension of the Business and Industry Transformation Incentives (BITI). Projects from collaborative arrangements between a number of businesses are strongly encouraged.

Incentives of $30,000 to $250,000 (excluding GST) are available for approved projects, and are provided for up to 50 per cent of the cost of eligible activities. The first round of applications must be submitted by 30 April 2010.

BITI aims to help Queensland businesses innovate for improvement. The guidelines and application forms for BITI and the Carbon Initiative are available at www.industry.qld.gov.au/incentives and businesses are strongly encouraged to apply or approach the Department.

Applications that meet the conditions of BITI but do not relate to green technology or practices will be assessed under the existing BITI scheme. The Department will also provide assistance to companies that do not qualify for BITI to seek assistance under other grant schemes and business assistance packages.

For more information, or advice toward your project, please call Clearmake on 1800 700 267 or email info@clearmake.com.au

Or for more information on funding, you can contact the Department on 07 3222 2962 or email BCI@deedi.qld.gov.au.

INSIDE CLEARMAKE ENGINEERING & OPERATIONS

The last newsletter (Issue 2) covered the "whys" and "hows" of water treatment in broad detail. In this issue we are going to focus on the heart of most treatment and recycling systems - the clarification process.

Clarification of Water

The clarification process translates to the improvement of the clarity of water by way of chemical, gravitational, and/or electrical means. Simply put, the clarification process creates clear water by sending some contaminants, specifically suspended solids, to the top or bottom of the clarification tank. The clear water is then taken for re-use or further treatment, while the contaminants are discharged as a sludge which can be dried using a Clearmake Filter Press or periodically removed by trade waste contractors.

Please refer to Industrial Water Solutions - Issue 2 for a description of some of the common contaminants found in the water treated by clarifiers.

Example of clarification:

Types of Clarification Processes

1. Gravity Clarification
2. Electroflocculation
3. Dissolved Air Floatation

Each of the three methods of clarification has their advantages and disadvantages. Over the next few months, we'll look at these processes in greater detail. In this edition, we are looking at gravity clarification.

Gravity Clarification

The process of clarifying water by using gravity to settle contaminants to the bottom of a tank is known as gravity clarification.

Gravity clarification uses a chemical additive called a flocculant which effectively coagulates the suspended solids into heavier particles. These particles then settle to the bottom of the clarifier over a given time and clean water is taken from the top of the clarifier by overflowing into a centralised collection pipe.

In this process, it is important for the water to spend as much time as possible in the clarifier. This time is referred to as resident time. Less resident time means that the lighter particles are less likely to have settled out before overflowing out of the clarifier.

Clarifiers are designed to suit specific flow rates and consider such parameters as volume and surface area.

Each type of clarification process has its place in the water treatment industry for its own good reasons. At Clearmake, we offer all three types and are expert at applying them to the needs of our clients.

Should you wish to know more about these clarification methods, feel free to contact us for a more in-depth discussion or pointers on how best to solve a problem you may have.

Otherwise, we look forward to presenting you with more information on our newest clarification process - electro flocculation - in the next issue of Clearmake's Industrial Water Solutions.

SPECIAL OFFERS

As a result of internal process improvements and supplier price reviews we are now able to pass on significant savings on many of our products. Some savings are greater than 10% so please contact us for advice or an up to date quote for a solution to your water treatment or recycling needs.

Plus...

Buy any Separator Package in April or May, mention this offer when you order, and receive 40 litres of Blue 42 free of charge (retail value of $170.00)

What does your Separator Package include...
• A stainless steel Clearmake oil / water / solids separator
• Non emulsifying pump
• Float switches
• Waste oil reservoir
• Electronic controller
• Free delivery*

Simply call 1800 700 267 for a quote today.

*Free delivery limited to QLD, NSW and VIC. Other states may incur some freight cost, depending on final destination.

For more information on any topic covered in this newsletter, please call 1800 700 267 or email info@clearmake.com.au