In collaboration with the Queenstown Lakes District Council, FILTEC efficiently delivered two UV water treatment plants to Wanaka for effective pathogen prevention. Additionally, FILTEC provides ongoing support and maintenance to both plants, guaranteeing longevity and optimal performance.
Continue readingEmergency Water Supply for Earthquake Prone Regions
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 readingSustainable Solutions for Small Community Drinking Water
In 2016, Havelock North the campylobacter contamination prompted the Hastings District Council to address water treatment system deficiencies for the provision of small community drinking water. In response FILTEC delivered six containerised small community drinking water plants.
Continue readingPost-Cyclone Restoration of a Lamella Pre-Treatment System
Following the devastating impact of cyclone Gabrielle, the Gisborne District Council faced a critical challenge: restoring water treatment capacity to pre-cyclone levels. FILTEC swiftly provided a new lamella pre-treatment system and installed within the existing settling basin of the Waingake plant.
Continue readingRO Water Treatment Plant for Island Community
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 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 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 readingWater Quality Improvements for Household Usage
The Dovedale water supply was initially intended for livestock, but with the surge in household usage in the Upper Moutere area, concerns over both water volume and quality arose. The Tasman District Council required a solution to improve water quality for household use that leveraged the existing water source.
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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