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Handling Polymer Manufacturing Effluents

Polymer and plastics manufacturing generates wastewater containing residual monomers, catalysts, polymer particles, and process chemicals. These streams require specialised treatment for monomer removal and solids separation to ensure regulatory compliance and environmental protection. Residual monomers are often toxic and poorly biodegradable, so dedicated stripping, oxidation or adsorption steps are designed in alongside solids separation. We tailor the train to the specific polymer chemistry to ensure both monomer destruction and reliable consent compliance.

Chemical Resistance

Equipment designed to withstand aggressive chemicals and corrosive environments in polymer production facilities.

Chemical Resistance

ATEX Compliance

Explosion-proof equipment certified for use in hazardous areas with volatile organic compounds.

ATEX Solutions

Process Wastewater

Comprehensive treatment solutions for complex chemical process streams and industrial effluents.

Process Wastewater

pH Neutralisation

Automated pH adjustment systems for acidic and alkaline wastewater from chemical processes.

pH Neutralisation

Chemical Operations

Facilities We Support

Polyethylene Production

Wastewater treatment for high-density and low-density polyethylene manufacturing facilities.

Polymer Processing

Polypropylene Plants

Specialised solutions for polypropylene production wastewater with catalyst residues.

Polymer Processing

PVC Manufacturing

Treatment systems for polyvinyl chloride production with vinyl chloride monomer removal.

Polymer Processing

Polystyrene Production

Solutions for styrene monomer removal from expanded and general-purpose polystyrene manufacturing.

Polymer Processing

Resin Manufacturing

Wastewater treatment for epoxy, polyester, and speciality resin production facilities.

Polymer Processing

Plastic Additives

Treatment for plasticizer, stabiliser, and additive manufacturing wastewater.

Polymer Processing

Treatment Process

Optimised for Polymer Effluents

1

Screening

Remove polymer particles, beads, and debris to protect downstream treatment equipment.

2

Equalization

Balance variable flows and concentrations from batch polymerization processes.

3

Flotation

Remove buoyant polymer particles and oil-based additives with DAF systems.

4

Biological Treatment

MBBR systems with specialised biomass for monomer biodegradation and organic removal.

5

Clarification

Final solids separation and effluent polishing to meet discharge requirements.

Recommended Equipment

Products for Polymer Applications

Rotary Drum Screens

Continuous screening for polymer beads, flakes, and particles with self-cleaning operation.

DAF Systems

Efficient flotation for removing buoyant polymers and separating oil-based additives.

MBBR Reactors

Moving bed biofilm reactors engineered for monomer degradation and high organic loads.

Lamella Clarifiers

High-rate solids separation for final clarification and effluent polishing.

Screw Conveyors

Reliable solids handling and transport for dewatered polymer sludge.

Self-Cleaning Filters

Automated filtration systems for continuous operation with minimal maintenance.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Reynolds & Bauhm

Specialised expertise in polymer wastewater characteristics
Effective removal of toxic monomers and residuals
Chemical-resistant materials for aggressive environments
ATEX-certified equipment for hazardous areas
Handles high-viscosity polymer wastewater
Compliance with chemical industry regulations
Experienced in major polymer plant installations
Comprehensive support and maintenance services

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Basic Chemicals

Treatment solutions for basic inorganic and organic chemical production.

Chemical Processing Basics

Coatings & Paints

Wastewater treatment for paint, coating, and varnish manufacturing.

Coatings Solutions

Oil & Gas Industry

Water treatment solutions for petroleum and petrochemical operations.

Oil & Gas Solutions

Industrial Pretreatment

Pre-treatment systems for industrial effluents before discharge.

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Advanced wastewater treatment for pesticide and fertilizer manufacturing.

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Chemical Atex

Chemical industry wastewater treatment for atex-certified equipment.

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Chemical Basic

Fundamental wastewater treatment for basic chemical manufacturing.

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Chemical Cleaning

Wastewater treatment for cleaning chemical and detergent manufacturing.

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Chemical Coatings

Treat paint and coatings wastewater with high solids, pigments and solvents.

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Chemical Ph Neutralisation

Automated pH Neutralisation systems for acidic and alkaline wastewater.

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Optimise Your Polymer Wastewater Treatment

Contact our specialists to discuss your polymer facility's requirements.

Industries We Serve

Our expertise spans multiple industries with sector-specific water treatment solutions.