Introduction
A large petrochemical company aimed to reduce its water usage but encountered limited options for improvement in its cooling water treatment processes.
Background
Water conservation is critical in the petrochemical industry, not only for sustainability but also for reducing operational costs. The company sought innovative solutions Eximious Ventures to minimize water usage while maintaining operational efficiency.
Challenges
- Limited options for reducing water consumption in the cooling water treatment process.
- Blow down is essential for maintaining water parameters.
- High blowdown levels contributing to significant water waste.
Eximious, recognized for its innovative solutions, was engaged to address these challenges.
Solution
The following actions were taken:
- Comprehensive Water Management Analysis: Eximious conducted a thorough assessment of the entire water management process to identify areas for improvement.
- Installation of the Aqua Sweet System: This advanced system was implemented to effectively maintain all essential operational parameters without dosing chemicals which significantly lowered blowdown levels to nearly negligible amounts.
Results
- Water Savings: The company was able to save approximately 80-90 cubic meters of water daily, greatly contributing to its sustainability goals.
- Cost Savings: The reduction in water usage translated into substantial cost savings over time, enhancing the company’s financial performance.
- Sustainability contribution due to saving water.
Conclusion
The innovative “Chemico Mechanical” approach by Eximious successfully addressed the petrochemical company’s water usage challenges, leading to significant water and cost savings while supporting its sustainability initiatives.