The 120 MW Power Station operated by OPC Energy plays a vital role as an essential energy provider, requiring a daily water capacity of 2,400 m³. Its primary objective is to fulfill the electricity and steam requirements of a large-scale paper mill, which annually produces 430,000 tons of paper, while ensuring dependable energy supply to end-users throughout Israel.
OPC Energy
Optimizing Resource Efficiency: Advanced Water Treatment for Production of Demineralized Water
Overview: The 120 MW Power Station operated by OPC Energy plays a vital role as an essential energy provider, requiring a daily water capacity of 2,400 m³. Its primary objective is to fulfill the electricity and steam requirements of a large-scale paper mill, which annually produces 430,000 tons of paper, while ensuring dependable energy supply to end-users throughout Israel.
BlueGen Water Solution: In order to optimize water treatment resource usage with minimal environmental impact, BlueGen Water executed an all-inclusive solution involving detailed design, process engineering, manufacturing, installation, and startup of an advanced water treatment plant.
Advanced flow control packages improve the overall recovery rates of the plant, promoting effective resource conservation.
Incorporating cutting-edge low fouling RO membranes, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), and advanced equipment units to minimize energy consumption.
A centralized Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) enables real-time monitoring and control of flow and pressure across all plant units.
A compact layout optimizes equipment arrangement, allowing for future expansion without compromising efficiency.
Located on the outskirts of Rome, the Settecamini Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant faced many challenges posed by its outdated activated sludge configuration and a limited treatment capacity of 2,500 m³/d. BlueGen Water introduced a sustainable solution that seamlessly integrated activated sludge and biofilm technologies. This upgrade not only addressed the plant’s current inefficiencies but also positioned it to meet the demands of a growing population while minimizing environmental impact. The comprehensive improvements included accommodating a higher flow of 4,500 m³/d, enhancing effluent requirements, and incorporating Nitrogen removal capabilities.
