Wellington Water partnered with FILTEC to implement a strategic emergency water supply plan for the region. Containerised water treatment plants were provided, each capable of supplying 20L per person daily within 1000m of homes, following an emergency event.
Continue readingChemical Contamination in Household Water Supply
FILTEC provided a new water treatment plant for rural Ōhakea to effectively eliminate chemical contamination in household water supply. Three greensand filters were installed to effectively remove iron and manganese, along with UV disinfection and post-treatment chlorine dosing.
Continue readingGreensand Filtration to Treat Wangaratta Bore Water
FILTEC implemented a greensand filtration system to address manganese, iron, and impurities in Wangaratta’s bore water supply. The new Wangaratta bore water treatment plant delivered significant results for the community. It ensured a resilient, flexible, and reliable water supply, capable of treating turbid water stemming from adverse weather conditions.
Continue readingContainerised Ultrafiltration Plant for Victorian Army Base
FILTEC supplied containerised ultrafiltration plant for the Victorian Puckapunyal Army Base to treat high turbidity and reduce algae risks in the drinking water supply. In addition to the ultrafiltration system, FILTEC integrated UV disinfection and chlorination equipment, and continues to service the plant.
Continue readingUltrafiltration System Urgently Delivered to a Winery
Mitchelton Wines in Victoria, Australia, urgently needed to replace flood-damaged ultrafiltration systems crucial for purifying water used in wine processing and guest facilities. Situated along the Goulburn River, the winery contends with agricultural and urban runoff, impacting water quality.
Continue readingRural Drinking Water Supply to Remote Communities
To address unsafe rural drinking water supply in small remote communities, a pilot Rural Drinking Water programme was launched. Six marae across Gisborne, Bay of Plenty, and Great Barrier Island needed water treatment upgrades. FILTEC designed and delivered the new water treatment systems.
Continue readingWastewater Treatment Plant Membrane Bioreactor Upgrade
To accommodate the growth of the Kinloch township the Taupo District Council required an advanced wastewater treatment solution. FILTEC converted the existing sequencing batch reactor to a membrane bioreactor, improving wastewater treatment plant performance and filtration efficiency.
Continue readingMobile Solar Powered PFAS Removal Plants
FILTEC designed and built two solar powered PFAS removal plants to work in remote locations with limited power supply. The PFAS removal solutions significantly improved the drinking water quality of the affected communities. By efficiently removing PFAS contaminants to below detectable limits, the treated water can also be safely discharged back into the environment.
Continue readingDissolved Air Flotation System for Dairy Manufacturer
Following a site expansion, a South Island dairy facility needed to upgrade its wastewater treatment plant to handle increased effluent volumes and achieve higher quality treatment. FILTEC managed the comprehensive upgrade of the wastewater treatment plant, including the installation of a Nijhuis dissolved air flotation system.
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