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Chemical Precipitation + Heavy Metals Removal

Lime, ferric chloride, and sulphide precipitation for phosphorus, heavy metals, fluoride, and scaling ion removal. Non-advanced biological treatment in ISO containers.

Since 2016
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System Overview

Rapid Mix + Flocculation

High-energy rapid mix (30–60 s) followed by tapered flocculation with variable-speed mixers for optimal floc growth.

Clarification

Tube settlers and lamella clarifiers for high-rate solids separation with automated sludge removal systems.

Polishing Filtration

Sand/dual-media filters followed by ion exchange for metals polishing and GAC for organics removal.

pH Cascade Control

2-point pH control: alkaline precipitation (pH 9–11) followed by acid neutralisation (pH 6.5–8.5).

Detailed Process Specifications

Parameter10–25 m³/h25–50 m³/h50–100 m³/h100–200 m³/h
Precipitation ChemistryHydroxide (lime/caustic) + FeCl₃Hydroxide + sulphide (if needed)High-rate hydroxide + sulphideMulti-train with common sludge
Rapid Mix Tank0.5 m³, 60 s RT1.0 m³, 60 s RT2.0 m³, 60 s RT2× 2.0 m³, 60 s RT
Flocculation0.8 m³, 3-stage tapered1.5 m³, 3-stage tapered3.0 m³, 3-stage tapered2× 3.0 m³ tapered
ClarifierTube settler, 2 m²Tube settler, 4 m²Lamella, 8 m²Lamella, 2× 8 m²
Phosphorus Removal>95% to <0.5 mg/L>95%>95%>95%
Heavy MetalsCr, Cu, Zn, Ni, Pb >98%>98% all metals>98% all metals>98% all metals
Fluoride Removal>90% with lime>95% with CaClβ‚‚ + lime>95%>95%
Sludge HandlingDrum collectionThickening hopper + PC pumpThickening + dewateringDedicated sludge container
Power8–15 kW15–25 kW30–50 kW60–100 kW
SCADATier 2: StandardTier 2–3: AdvancedTier 3: AdvancedTier 4: DCS

Typical Applications

Electroplating & Metal Finishing

Chromium, nickel, zinc, copper rinse waters and spent baths.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Heavy metals and active ingredient residuals from API production.

Electronics & Semiconductor

Fluoride, heavy metals, and silica from wafer fabrication.

Chemical Manufacturing

Acidic waste streams with mixed metal content.

Mining & Mineral Processing

Acid mine drainage, process water with dissolved metals.

Battery Recycling

Lead, cadmium, and acid wastewaters from battery processing.

Related Process Trains

Electrocoagulation

For emulsified oils and colloidal solids that complement precipitation.

Adsorption + Polishing

IX polishing and GAC for residual metals and organics removal.

Membrane Concentration

For TDS management and water recovery after precipitation.

Equipment List & Specifications

Complete equipment inventory for Option I β€” Chemical Precipitation + Heavy Metals Removal. Process train: No | SCADA: Tier 2–4

Special Safety Notes

Alkaline pH caustic handling, lime slurry dust control, sulphide toxicity

Mechanical Equipment

Item CodeDescriptionQtySpec / NotesLocation
I-ME-01Inlet screen13–6 mm, manual or automaticInlet
I-ME-02Equalization tank (EQ)14–10 mΒ³, PE or SS316L, mixingEQ
I-ME-03Rapid mix tank (flash mixer)1SS316L, 0.5–2 mΒ³, 30–60 s RT, high-shear mixer 1.5–3 kWRapid mix
I-ME-04Flocculation tank1SS316L or PE, 1–5 mΒ³, 10–30 min RT, variable-speed mixer 0.5–1.5 kWFlocculation
I-ME-05Tube settler / lamella clarifier1SS316L or FRP, 5–25 mΒ², 60Β° plate angleClarifier
I-ME-06Sludge scraper / hopper1SS316L, automaticClarifier
I-ME-07Sand / dual-media filter1SS316L or FRP, 0.5–1.5 mΒ³Filtration
I-ME-08Ion exchange vessel(s) (polishing)1–2SS316L or FRP-lined, 0.5–2 mΒ³, downflow, resin: selective chelating or mixed-bedPolishing
I-ME-09IX regeneration tank1PE, 1–3 mΒ³, heating jacket optionalPolishing
I-ME-10pH correction tank (post-IX)1Rapid mix, 1–3 mΒ³, PE or SS316LPost-treatment

Pumps

Item CodeDescriptionQtySpecDriver
I-PU-01Inlet lift pump21 duty + 1 standbyVFD
I-PU-02EQ recirculation / transfer pump21 duty + 1 standbyFixed
I-PU-03Rapid mix feed pump1Centrifugal, 1–3 barFixed
I-PU-04Flocculation feed pump1Centrifugal, 0.5–2 barFixed
I-PU-05Clarifier sludge pump1Progressive cavity, 1–5 mΒ³/hFixed
I-PU-06Filtration feed pump1Centrifugal, 1–5 barFixed
I-PU-07IX regeneration pump1Centrifugal, chemical-resistantFixed
I-PU-08Effluent discharge pump21 duty + 1 standbyFixed/VFD
I-PU-09Lime slurry pump (if using lime)1Progressive cavity or peristaltic, abrasion-resistantFixed
I-PU-10Acid dosing pump1Diaphragm, 5–50 L/hFixed
I-PU-11Caustic dosing pump1Diaphragm, 5–200 L/hFixed
I-PU-12Ferric dosing pump1Diaphragm, 5–50 L/hFixed
I-PU-13Polymer dosing pump1Diaphragm, 1–20 L/hFixed

Sensors & Instrumentation

Item CodeDescriptionQtyRange / OutputTier
I-SI-01Inlet / outlet flow meter2Magnetic or ultrasonicAll
I-SI-02pH (EQ / rapid mix / floc / outlet)40–14 pHAll
I-SI-03Online metals analyser (Cr, Cu, Zn, Ni, Pb)1Colorimetric or ICP-OES (optional)Tier 3
I-SI-04Conductivity (outlet)10–50 mS/cmTier 2+
I-SI-05Turbidity (outlet)10–100 NTUTier 2+
I-SI-06TSS online (optional)1Optical or ultrasonicTier 3
I-SI-07Level (all tanks)6–8Ultrasonic / hydrostaticAll
I-SI-08Differential pressure (filter)10–1 barTier 2+

Dosing Systems

Item CodeDescriptionQtySpecNotes
I-DS-01Lime slurry (Ca(OH)β‚‚) or caustic (NaOH)1Diaphragm or PC, 50–500 L/h, day tank 500–1000 L, dust collector if lime
I-DS-02Ferric chloride (FeCl₃)1Diaphragm, 10–100 L/h, day tank 200–500 L
I-DS-03Ferrous sulphate (FeSO2)1Diaphragm, 10–100 L/h, day tank 200–500 L
I-DS-04Sodium sulphide (Naβ‚‚S) (if heavy metals)1Diaphragm, 5–50 L/h, sealed day tank, Hβ‚‚S detection
I-DS-05Acid (HCl or Hβ‚‚SO2) neutralisation1Diaphragm, 10–200 L/h
I-DS-06Polymer1Diaphragm, 1–20 L/h, make-down unit
I-DS-07IX regenerant (HCl + NaOH or NaCl)1Diaphragm, 50–200 L/h
I-DS-08Day tanks6–8200–1000 L, PE, bunded, level alarm

SCADA / Control Hardware

Item CodeDescriptionQtySpecTier
I-SC-01PLC1S7-1200 or S7-1500Tier 2–4
I-SC-02HMI110–15", IP65Tier 2–4
I-SC-03pH cascade control (alkaline precipitation + neutralisation)1Two-point pH controlTier 2+
I-SC-04Metals analyser feedback (optional)1Auto-adjust coagulant doseTier 3
I-SC-05Remote I/O2–3DistributedTier 3
I-SC-064G / WiFi router1Industrial, VPNTier 3
I-SC-07UPS11.5–2 kVATier 3
I-SC-08MCC / control room1SS304, IP55, air-conditioned, positive pressureTier 3–4

Auxiliary Equipment

Item CodeDescriptionQtySpec
I-AU-01Rapid mix impeller1High-shear, 1.5–3 kW, SS316L
I-AU-02Flocculation mixer (variable speed)1Low-shear, 0.5–1.5 kW, SS316L
I-AU-03Ventilation2–3200–500 mΒ³/h
I-AU-04LED lighting4–620W, IP65
I-AU-05HVAC (control room)13–6 kW
I-AU-06Spill bund1110% largest tank
I-AU-07Pipework & valves (SS316L)1 setDN25–DN150

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