Legionella are rod-shaped bacteria that require special attention in water technology. They are a natural component of bodies of water, but under certain conditions they can occur and proliferate in water-bearing systems such as cooling towers, hot water systems and industrial circuits. The Legionella pneumophila species in particular is considered to be pathogenic to humans and is the cause of
Light liquids are water-insoluble substances with a lower density than water and include substances such as mineral oils, petrol, diesel and other hydrocarbon compounds. They are often produced in industrial processes, in road traffic or during the storage and processing of oil products. Light liquids pose a significant challenge in industrial water and wastewater treatment.
Light liquid separators, also known as oil separators or coalescence separators, are essential system components in industrial wastewater treatment. They are used to separate light liquids such as mineral oils, petrol or other organic liquids that are immiscible with water from wastewater. Their use is particularly important in industries with wastewater containing oil or grease in order to
Conductivity (also known as electrical conductivity or specific conductivity) is an essential parameter for assessing water quality in industrial water and wastewater treatment. It provides information about the concentration of dissolved salts and therefore about the ionic composition of the water. In practice, conductivity serves as an important
Lipophilic substances are compounds that prefer to dissolve in hydrophobic (water-insoluble) environments such as fats, oils or organic solvents. The term "lipophilic" is derived from the Greek and means "fat-loving". Typical lipophilic substances include hydrocarbons, fat-soluble vitamins (e.g. vitamins A, D, E, K) and certain pesticides
The magnetically coupled centrifugal pump is an innovative technology that is characterized by its hermetically sealed design and high operational reliability. This type of pump is primarily used in applications where no leaks can be tolerated, such as when pumping aggressive, toxic or environmentally hazardous liquids. Through the use of
Seawater desalination is a key technology for providing drinking water and process water in regions with water shortages. This technology enables the conversion of salty seawater into high-quality fresh water and plays an important role in supplying households, industry and agriculture. The complexity and energy requirements of the processes
Multi-layer filters are a special form of filtration system that uses several layers of different filter materials to achieve a high purification performance. This technology is often used in industrial water treatment and wastewater treatment to efficiently remove particles, turbidity and dissolved substances. Structure and mode of operation A multi-layer filter typically consists of
Membrane technology has become one of the key technologies in industrial water and wastewater treatment. Membranes act as selective barriers that separate substances based on their size, charge or chemical properties. Their versatility and efficiency make them indispensable in areas such as water recycling, desalination, process water treatment and wastewater treatment. In
Membrane bioreactors (MBR) are an innovative and highly efficient solution for wastewater treatment that combines biological processes with modern membrane technology. These systems are particularly suitable for applications where the highest purification standards are required, such as municipal wastewater treatment, the food industry or water-intensive production processes. The membrane activated sludge plant
