Enhancing Water Quality in a Plastic Extrusion Company
Background:
A plastic extrusion company was experiencing significant issues with its ring main chilled water system. Problems included:
- Heat exchanger blocking
- Water pipes clogging
- Poor water quality
These issues persisted despite a substantial investment of £250k in an automatic filtration system, which also incurred annual service costs of £30k.
Assessment and Solution:
Floquip conducted an in-depth assessment of the existing system and identified key areas for improvement. They recommended:
- Installing 2x bag filter housings with 4x bags per housing (duty/standby configuration)
- Utilizing 1 micron filter bags
Cost:
- Total cost for housings: £20k
- Monthly filter cost: £500
Outcome:
The implementation of Floquip’s solution resulted in:
- Clear water
- Clean pipes
- Extended service life of the heat exchangers
- Significant annual savings for the client
This case study highlights the effectiveness of targeted filtration solutions in improving system performance and reducing operational costs.
Streamlining Filtration in a Chemical Manufacturing Company
Background:
A chemical manufacturing company faced several issues with its filtration system:
- Utilization of various filter types, bags, and cartridges of differing quality and micron ratings
- Poor product quality
- User confusion during filter selection
- Stockpiles of redundant filter stock
Assessment and Solution:
Floquip performed a comprehensive site assessment and proposed the following solutions:
- Replacing inferior quality housings
- Standardizing filter types and micron sizes
- Rationalizing stock holding
- Marking housings on dedicated lines with filter type and part number to prevent confusion
Results:
Implementing Floquip’s recommendations led to:
- Improved product quality across all product lines
- Reduced stock holding
- Decreased annual filter costs
This case study illustrates how standardizing filtration systems and improving organizational practices can enhance product quality and operational efficiency while reducing costs.