Water Treatment

Water Treatment Plants

Water Treatment Stations (ETA) are installations where water is treated to make it suitable for human and industrial use. They remove impurities and pathogens through various processes such as filtration, decantation, clarification and disinfection. The ultimate goal is to ensure that the distributed water is safe for consumption and meets the quality standards established by regulatory authorities.

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Coagulation and flocculation

These processes help to group the particles suspended in the water, making them easier to remove.

Filtration

The water is passed through a filter to remove particles and impurities.

Clarification

In this process, the water is left to stand so that the particles and impurities can settle to the bottom of the tank.

Disinfection

The water is exposed to chemicals, such as chlorine or hypochlorite, or ultraviolet light to kill the pathogens.

pH correction

Water can be alkalized or acidified to achieve the ideal pH.

Treatment of residual disinfectant

It is applied to leave a concentration of disinfectant to protect the water from contamination up to the point of distribution.

Stabilization

This stage is used to remove excess iron and manganese, as well as other metals.

Fluoridation

Addition of fluoride to strengthen teeth.

Water treatment for industrial use

It is used to remove specific impurities depending on the industrial application.

It is important to highlight that each water treatment plant can use different processes and combinations of processes depending on the quality of the raw water and the specific needs of the community.

Benefits

Public health

Treated water is safe for human consumption and reduces the risk of waterborne diseases.

Water quality

The treated water meets the quality standards set by the regulatory authorities and is suitable for industrial use.

Conservation of water resources

The treated water can be reused in various applications, which helps to save water resources.

Comfort

Treated water is cleaner and free of unpleasant odors and tastes, improving people's quality of life.

environmental protection

Treated water is less polluting and less likely to harm local fauna and flora.

Safety

Treated water is less likely to cause fires and explosions in industries that use water in their processes.

cost reduction

Water treatment can be more economical than replacing raw water, and can also avoid health and environmental costs.

Applications

Water Treatment Plants can have many applications, including:

Public supply: Treated water is distributed to homes and businesses for human consumption and domestic use.
Industries: Treated water is used in industrial processes such as refrigeration, steam generation and food and beverage production.
Agriculture: Treated water is used to irrigate crops and provide water for livestock.
Fish farming: Treated water is used in fish farming to raise fish and other aquatic animals.
Recreation: Treated water is used in swimming pools, lakes and other recreational environments.
Reuse: Treated water can be reused in various applications, such as watering gardens, cleaning streets and even for use in buildings.
Desalination: Salt water is treated to remove salinity, making it potable and usable for various purposes.
Effluent treatment: Wastewater from industries and homes is treated to remove impurities and pollutants before being discarded into the environment.

Water Treatment Plants

Water Treatment Plants

There are various processes that can be used in Water Treatment Plants, but the most common are:

Coagulation and flocculation

Filtration

Clarification

Disinfection

pH correction

Treatment of residual disinfectant

Stabilization

Fluoridation

Water treatment for industrial use

Benefits

Public health

Water quality

Conservation of water resources

Comfort

environmental protection

Safety

cost reduction

Applications

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