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Custom Fabrication

Precision manufacturing with CNC machining, robotic welding, and millimetre tolerances. Stainless steel, duplex, and exotic alloy fabrication for equipment that lasts in the harshest wastewater environments.

Fabrication to Engineering Drawing

Not built to approximation. Built to specification.

Wastewater treatment equipment operates in chemically aggressive, thermally variable, and mechanically demanding environments for decades. The difference between equipment that endures and equipment that fails often comes down to fabrication quality: weld penetration, material grade, surface finish, and dimensional accuracy. At Reynolds & Bauhm, we fabricate to engineering drawing tolerances, not construction-site approximation. Every weld is qualified, every surface is specified, every dimension is verified.

CNC Machining

Computer-numerical-controlled milling, turning, and drilling with 0.1 mm tolerances. Flanges, nozzles, and precision components are machined to drawing, not ground to fit.

Robotic Welding

Automated TIG and MIG welding with consistent penetration, heat input control, and distortion management. Weld procedures are qualified to ASME IX and EN ISO 15614.

Surface Finishing

Pickling, passivation, and electropolishing to specified surface roughness. Biological fouling resistance and corrosion protection are determined by surface quality.

Materials We Fabricate

The right material for your chemical environment

Austenitic Stainless Steel

316L and 304 stainless steel for general wastewater applications. Excellent corrosion resistance to chlorides, organic acids, and mild alkalis. Standard material for most DAF units, clarifiers, and screens.

Duplex Stainless Steel

2205 and 2507 duplex for high-chloride environments, brackish water, and aggressive industrial effluents. Superior strength and corrosion resistance compared to austenitic grades.

Super Austenitic & 6Mo

904L and AL-6XN for extreme chloride environments, seawater applications, and high-temperature process streams where standard grades would suffer pitting or stress corrosion cracking.

Hastelloy & Nickel Alloys

Hastelloy C276 and B3 for strong acids, oxidising chlorides, and mixed chemical environments where even duplex steels would fail. Used in chemical plant and pharmaceutical effluent treatment.

Titanium

Grade 2 titanium for seawater, chlorinated cooling water, and extreme pH applications. Exceptional corrosion resistance with the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any structural metal.

FRP & Thermoplastics

Fibre-reinforced plastic, PP, PVC, and PVDF for lightweight construction, chemical resistance, and cost-sensitive applications. Corrosion-proof alternatives to metallic construction.

Process Fundamentals & Design

This treatment stage is engineered to achieve specific contaminant removal targets while providing stable, predictable performance across variable inlet conditions. Design parameters are calculated from wastewater characterisation data, regulatory requirements, and site-specific constraints including footprint, energy availability, and operator capability.

Process Optimisation

Design validated by CFD modelling and pilot testing to confirm performance guarantees.

Mechanical Reliability

Equipment selected for 20-year design life with minimal wearing parts and easy access.

Chemical Efficiency

Automated dosing and feedback control minimise reagent consumption and sludge production.

Compliance Assurance

Online monitoring and data logging demonstrate continuous consent compliance.

Design Parameters

Design Flow10 – 5,000 m³/h (application specific)
Inlet VariabilityDesigned for 1:3 peak-to-average flow ratio
Removal Efficiency85 – 99% depending on target contaminant
Hydraulic RetentionCalculated from kinetic constants and safety factors
Power Consumption0.5 – 5.0 kWh/100 m³ (process dependent)
Chemical DoseAuto-controlled based on online analysers
Sludge Production0.2 – 1.5 kg DS/kg contaminant removed
MaterialsSS304, SS316L, or carbon steel with coating

Integration with Treatment Train

No treatment stage operates in isolation. This process is designed to receive conditioned influent from upstream stages and deliver effluent quality suitable for downstream processes. Hydraulic and organic loading rates are balanced across the complete treatment train to prevent bottlenecking and ensure overall plant efficiency. Our engineers model the complete flowsheet to optimise Capital expenditure and Operating expenditure across the plant lifecycle.

Upstream Protection

Screening, equalisation, and pre-treatment protect this stage from damage and overload.

Downstream Conditioning

Effluent quality ensures downstream biology, filtration, or disinfection performs optimally.

Recycle Streams

Reject streams, filtrate, and centrate are routed back to appropriate upstream points.

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Equipment Catalogue

Browse our full range of water treatment equipment and systems.

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DAF Systems

Dissolved air flotation for solids and oil separation.

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Lamella Clarifiers

High-rate settling for primary and secondary clarification.

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Biological Treatment

Activated sludge, MBBR, and SBR systems for organic removal.

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Sludge Dewatering

Belt press, centrifuge, and screw press dewatering.

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Chemical Dosing

Automated coagulant, flocculant, and pH correction systems.

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Pilot Testing

Validate process performance with on-site pilot trials.

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Request a consultation or quotation for your project.

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Industry-Specific Design Considerations

Temperature Extremes

Equipment specified for operational temperatures from -20°C to +60°C with appropriate insulation and heating options.

Corrosion Protection

Material selection based on detailed water chemistry analysis. Cathodic protection and coating options for aggressive duties.

Power Supply Variations

Equipment designed for 380-415V 50Hz, 460-480V 60Hz, and generator-backed installations for remote sites.

Site Constraints

Compact vertical layouts, containerised skids, and modular expansion options for space-restricted installations.

Fabricated to Your Specification

Speak with our fabrication engineers to discuss material selection, dimensional tolerances, surface finish requirements, and welding specifications for your bespoke equipment.

Industries We Serve

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