Couran Point, on South Stradbroke Island, faced water quality challenges. The bore water contained high levels of conductivity, total dissolved solids, hardness, iron, turbidity, and true colour. FILTEC innovated a compact water treatment plant, built within a 20-foot shipping container for easy sea transport to the island.
Continue readingPre-Treatment Plant for Victorian Dairy Manufacturer
A Victorian dairy manufacturer in Australia faced challenges with their water treatment plant due to an unexpected rain event. The deteriorated catchment source led to high colloidal solids in the raw water, causing membrane fouling. FILTEC quickly designed and built a new pre-treatment plant to handle the additional load.
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 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.
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