Details of the Study
We carried out a comprehensive renovation project to improve the efficiency of the aeration pools. The existing diffusers were causing a loss of efficiency as they had reached the end of their lifespan and deformed over time. In this context, we offered a solution to these problems with our SSI brand Teflon-coated diffusers. Thanks to the superior performance and durability of SSI diffusers, air distribution in the pools has become much more effective, and the overall energy efficiency of the facility has increased.
Energy Efficiency in Wastewater Treatment Plants
In wastewater treatment plants, the highest energy consumption comes from aeration tank blowers. The efficient operation of blowers depends on the quality of the diffusers. No matter how good a blower is used, inefficient diffusers can significantly increase electricity consumption. Therefore, the use of SSI diffusers contributes to the efficient operation of blowers, significantly reducing energy consumption and lowering operating costs in the plants.
Advantages of Teflon-Coated Diffusers
Teflon-coated diffusers offer several significant advantages for industrial facilities:
- High Durability: The Teflon coating provides high resistance to plasticizer loss and resulting problems such as bulging, tearing, edge chipping, and clogging that are encountered over time in traditional EPDM membrane diffusers, thus ensuring a long service life and reducing maintenance needs.
- Low Friction: The Teflon surface is slippery, allowing wastewater to pass through more efficiently and minimizing clogging problems encountered with traditional EPDM and other membranes (especially in intermittent/batch processes).
- Chemical Resistance: Teflon is highly resistant to chemicals, allowing diffusers to operate at high performance for longer periods. This minimizes the damage that the diverse chemical compositions of wastewater in industrial wastewater treatment plants can cause to traditional EPDM and other membrane materials.
- Energy Efficiency: Teflon coating allows diffusers to operate more efficiently, thus reducing energy consumption and lowering operating costs.
- Long Lifespan: With regular cleaning, it has a lifespan of 10 years or more, offering long-term performance and durability.
Advantages of SSI Diffuser Washing System
The SSI diffuser cleaning system is a technology that makes the maintenance and cleaning processes of diffusers highly efficient. The main advantages offered by this system are as follows:
- Cleaning Without Draining the Pool: Diffusers can be effectively cleaned without draining the pools, minimizing operational downtime and saving time.
- Longevity and Efficiency: Regular cleaning ensures efficient operation of the diffusers, thus extending their lifespan and preventing performance loss.
- Easy and Fast Maintenance: The SSI diffuser cleaning system speeds up maintenance processes, ensuring uninterrupted and continuous operation of facilities.
- Cost-Effectiveness: This system reduces maintenance costs and increases labor productivity, resulting in significant savings for businesses.
Project Results
This project we implemented was not limited to simply replacing the diffusers; it also represented a significant step towards simplifying maintenance processes, increasing system efficiency, and reducing energy consumption. The high performance and cleanliness advantages provided by SSI brand diffusers improved the overall operational continuity and energy efficiency of the facility.
At Arpon Industrial, we continue to strengthen our leadership in the sector with the high-quality and innovative solutions we offer to meet the needs of industrial facilities. With our SSI branded products, we will continue to provide our customers with long-lasting, efficient, and sustainable solutions.
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