ZINACA Application of Flow Meters for Industrial Wastewater and Reclaimed Water Measurement in Steel

Project Background: Steel plants, due to their complex manufacturing processes, generate significant amounts of wastewater that need to be carefully monitored and treated to comply with environmental standards. Accurate measurement of wastewater discharge is crucial for ensuring compliance with local regulations and for optimizing the plant’s water usage and treatment processes. ZINACA has provided a solution for measuring industrial wastewater discharge in a steel plant using its advanced flow meters, including electromagnetic flow meters and turbine flow meters, to ensure precise flow measurement in harsh industrial conditions.

In this application, ZINACA’s electromagnetic flow meters were employed to measure the discharge of wastewater after the steel manufacturing process, while turbine flow meters were used in the monitoring of reclaimed water used for cooling and cleaning in the plant.

Client Requirements: The steel plant required a reliable solution for:

· Accurately measuring the discharge of industrial wastewater to meet regulatory standards.

· Monitoring the flow of reclaimed water used for various internal processes.

· Ensuring that measurements were accurate and repeatable, even under challenging conditions such as high flow rates and fluctuating water quality.

· Integrating the flow meters into existing control systems with minimal downtime.

ZINACA Flow Meter Solutions:

1. Electromagnetic Flow Meters for Wastewater Measurement: ZINACA’s Electromagnetic Flow Meters are ideal for measuring the flow of wastewater in industries such as steel manufacturing. They provide accurate and reliable measurements of conductive fluids, making them perfect for monitoring wastewater flow. These meters do not have any moving parts, reducing wear and tear, and are able to handle the varying flow rates and particulate matter often present in industrial wastewater. Their non-invasive design also ensures that they require minimal maintenance.

2. Turbine Flow Meters for Reclaimed Water: ZINACA’s Turbine Flow Meters are used to measure the flow of reclaimed water, which is commonly utilized in steel plants for cooling, cleaning, and other processes. The turbine flow meter’s high accuracy and repeatability make it an ideal choice for monitoring the flow of water that circulates through the plant’s internal systems. The turbine-based technology ensures reliable flow measurement even in high-flow applications.

3. Real-Time Monitoring and Integration: Both the electromagnetic and turbine flow meters are designed for real-time data monitoring and easy integration with the plant’s control systems. This ensures that operators can continuously track the flow of both wastewater discharge and reclaimed water, allowing for immediate adjustments if any issues arise. The real-time monitoring capability also helps in generating reports for compliance with environmental regulations.

4. Durability and Resistance to Harsh Conditions: The flow meters chosen for this application are built to withstand the harsh conditions of a steel plant. The electromagnetic flow meters, for example, can measure wastewater that may contain suspended solids, oils, or other contaminants without degradation in performance. Similarly, the turbine flow meters are constructed from corrosion-resistant materials, ensuring durability in water with varying temperatures and chemicals.

Solution and Results:

By implementing ZINACA’s electromagnetic flow meters for wastewater discharge and turbine flow meters for reclaimed water, the steel plant was able to achieve accurate and reliable flow measurements in both applications. The electromagnetic flow meters provided precise data on wastewater discharge, helping the plant to comply with environmental regulations regarding water treatment and discharge limits.

The turbine flow meters allowed the plant to effectively monitor the use of reclaimed water in various internal processes, optimizing water consumption and reducing reliance on external water sources. Real-time data from both flow meters enabled operators to maintain optimal flow conditions, improve the efficiency of water recycling processes, and minimize the plant’s environmental impact.

Customer Feedback:

“ZINACA’s flow meters have played a crucial role in helping us manage both our wastewater discharge and the internal use of reclaimed water. The electromagnetic flow meters give us the accuracy we need to meet regulatory compliance, while the turbine flow meters ensure that we are optimizing water use throughout the plant. The integration with our existing systems has been seamless, and the durability of the equipment in our harsh environment has been impressive.”

Conclusion:

The successful application of ZINACA’s electromagnetic and turbine flow meters in the steel plant demonstrates the company’s commitment to providing reliable, efficient, and accurate flow measurement solutions for industrial water management. By ensuring precise monitoring of wastewater discharge and reclaimed water usage, ZINACA helps the steel plant maintain regulatory compliance, reduce environmental impact, and optimize water resource management.