Groundwater Pretreatment in Ecuador
An industrial client in Ecuador required a reliable solution to pre-treat groundwater for production use. The raw water exhibited turbidity, sediment, and occasional odor, which posed a risk to downstream processes. The client sought a simple, automatic, and low-maintenance filtration system to improve water quality before further treatment or use. Water flow required at 20m3 per hour.
Our Solution
We supplied a two-stage filtration system consisting of:
1. Multimedia Filter (MMF)
- Function: Removes suspended solids, sediment, iron rust, and particulate matter
- Structure: Top-in/bottom-out FRP pressure vessel
- Filter Media: Quartz sand + graded gravel layers
- Control: Automatic multiport valve with programmable backwash cycles
2. Activated Carbon Filter (ACF)
- Function: Adsorbs residual chlorine, odors, and organic compounds
- Structure: FRP vessel with high-grade coconut shell activated carbon
- Control: Auto-backwash function to ensure extended media life and system reliability
Technical Data Summary
|
Parameter |
Multimedia Filter (MMF) |
Activated Carbon Filter (ACF) |
|
Design Flow Rate |
20 m³/h (88 GPM) |
20 m³/h (88 GPM) |
|
Vessel Diameter |
Ø1200 mm (48") |
Ø1200 mm (48") |
|
Tank Material |
FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced) |
FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced) |
|
Inlet/Outlet Size |
DN50 (2") |
DN50 (2") |
|
Valve Control |
Automatic (multiport valve) |
Automatic (multiport valve) |
|
Media Type |
Quartz sand + gravel |
Coconut shell activated carbon |
|
Backwash Function |
Yes (automatic) |
Yes (automatic) |
|
Installation Location |
Ecuador |
Ecuador |
|
Water Source |
Groundwater |
Groundwater |
Performance Results
- Post-treatment water is clear, odor-free, and meets the client’s industrial process water standards.
- Fully automatic operation reduces the need for manual intervention.
- The system is designed for durability, ease of maintenance, and consistent performance.
Client Testimonial
“The filtration system works better than expected. It's easy to use, automatic, and delivers consistently high-quality water. Your team was professional and responsive throughout the project.”
— Technical Supervisor, Ecuador
Project Highlights
- Robust performance under varying groundwater conditions
- Fully automatic backwash ensures low maintenance
- Energy-efficient, compact design
- Proven reliability in tropical climate operation
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