Water specifier kit - Continental Water Systems - Australia

WATER SPECIFIER KIT

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HAVE

PURE

WATER
SOLUTIONS
FOR ALL TYPES

OF INDUSTRIES

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S Y S T E M S

INDUSTRIAL &

MANUFACTURING

DESALINATION

CAR

WASH

WASTE

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ALCOHOLIC & NON ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES FOOD

LABORATORY

& HEALTH
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SERVICE

REVERSE
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www.continentalwater.com.au

1300 166 253

Incorporating IBC Water

CONTENTS

CORPORATE PROFILE 04
OUR INDUSTRY 06
FILTRATION SYSTEMS 08

CASE STUDY – SIBELCO
FILTERS ELECTRIC, KINETICO NON-ELECTRIC
TANK MEDIA
ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
CARBON FILTERS
CALCITE FILTERS
MULTI MEDIA
MANGANESE GREENSAND FILTERS
NEXTSAND FILTERS
BAG FILTERS
DMI-65 FILTERS
KINETICO NON-ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
KINETICO NON-ELECTRIC FILTERS

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23
24
25

WATER SOFTENERS 26

WATER SOFTENER APPLICATIONS
ELECTRIC WATER SOFTENER
KINETICO MACH SERIES
KINETICO NON-ELECTRIC CC SERIES
KINETICO NON-ELECTRIC COMMERCIAL PLUS
HYDRUS SOFTENING SYSTEMS

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32
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34

MEMBRANE SYSTEMS 36

CASE STUDY – TRENDPAC
MEMBRANE ELEMENTS
ULTRAFILTRATION
REVERSE OSMOSIS
RO – EDI SYSTEM
KINETICO TL SERIES
DESALINATION
SEA WATER
DOLPHIN DESALINATORS – BASIC, YACHTY

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DEIONISATION 54

CASE STUDY – SYDNEY WATER
56
DEIONISATION APPLICATIONS
58
FAQ 59
RENTAL EXCHANGE
60
DEIONISATION SPECIFICATIONS
61

RECLAIM SYSTEMS 62

CONTENTS

RECLAIM SYSTEMS APPICATIONS
RAINWATER HARVESTING SYSTEM
WASTEWATER REUSE SYSTEM

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65
66

OZONE 68

CASE STUDY – EASTCOAST
WATER AND AIR APPLICATIONS
AIR OZONE SYSTEMS
WATER OZONE SYSTEMS

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72
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77

ULTRAVIOLET 82

ULTRA FILTRATION/ULTRAVIOLET APPLICATIONS
FILTRATION/ULTRAVIOLET DISINFECTION
FILTRATION/CHLORINATION PLANT

85
86
87

WATER POLISHERS 88

CASE STUDY – ROYAL BRISBANE HOSPITAL
WATER POLISHER APPLICATIONS
LABOSTAR ULTRAPURE WATER SYSTEMS
PURE PURITY–ULTRA CLEAR APPLICATIONS
ULTRA CLEAR SYSTEMS

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CONTINENTAL WATER SYSTEMS,

INCORPORATING IBC WATER – SUPPLYING AUSTRALIA
WITH WATER SOLUTIONS SINCE 1888
In the 21st Century, effective water management
continues to be of paramount importance in Australia to
meet population growth needs, changing weather cycles
and conditions as well as evolving manufacturing needs;
from mining and food production through to technological
and medical research.
Innovations in water recycling, harvesting and filtration
have been significant over the last 150 years in Australia
and around the globe. Clean, safe water supply means a
healthy community and efficient manufacturing.

WELCOME

• Rural and farming communities
• Mining communities
• Food and beverage manufacturers
• Hospitality
• Engineering and cutting edge technology developers
• Marine and boating communities
• Laboratories and medical research facilities

OUR SERVICE TEAM

CONTINENTAL WATER SYSTEMS INCORPORATING
IBC WATER HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURING,
BUILDING AND SERVICING WATER FILTRATION
SYSTEMS FOR OVER 100 YEARS.

We provide same day emergency service
in all metropolitan areas along the Eastern
Seaboard.
The final component of our customer partnership
process is our service team. From an invoicing
enquiry to booking a service we aim to be reliable,
fast and friendly.

We were the first water filtration business to introduce Service Deionisation systems to the Australian market
back in 1987 and continue to be a market leader in the installation and service of Deionisation Systems. We are a
knowledgeable provider of a wide range of water purification technologies for any type of water filtration application.
From membrane systems and desalination plants to ultra-pure water systems we have a solution for your business.

WORKING WITH OUR
PARTNERS

In 2011, we added another facet to our business with the purchase of IBC Water in Queensland. IBC Water has
a heritage which began in 1888 when they introduced bore water systems to the rural Queensland community.
Today they are a recognised and respected water filtration provider in Queensland.

We have a broad range of solutions. We take the time to
REALLY understand you and your business needs. Each
of our water filtration solutions delivers the following
benefits to your business.

The combined heritage of IBC Water and Continental Water Systems gives us a history spanning 133 years.
We have been at the forefront of the Australian water industry since 1888 and continue to be leaders in the field
today. Our solid knowledge and credentials have helped us forge relationships with some key global water
businesses including Kinetico and Siemens to deliver world class water filtration systems.

• A superior system built in Australia to meet Australian
conditions and compliance standards
• Project design from P&ID, site layout and 3D drawings
• Support technical reports, installations, commissioning
and operator training
• A range of products with a proven track record so less
down time for repairs
• Cost effective solutions aligned with your budget
• Rental Service Deionisation systems to save you money
on set up costs
• Fast design and build times so you can get on with
running your business
• Modular integration
• Simple to operate meaning fast start up and operation
• Factory tested so there are no on site delays
• The ability to upgrade as your business grows
• Ongoing service, technical support and parts availability

Our biggest asset is our team. Our sales team have a wealth of knowledge and can design and build a system to
meet you requirements. Our team build your system and it is then installed and serviced by our service team to
ensure your system runs efficiently and hassle free. We provide same day emergency service in metropolitan areas
and 24 hour turn around on non urgent jobs.
We are not providers, we are PARTNERS who are passionate about working closely with our customers to
create a water solution that not only meets your business needs today, but can grow with your business.
Talk to us on 1300 166 253 and welcome to the Continental Water family.
Best regards,

We have a service plant and team based in NSW,
Victoria and Queensland who offer same day service
in an emergency as well as regular servicing to
extend the life and performance of your system.
We service the following systems:
• Deionisation Systems
• Multimedia filtration
• Reverse Osmosis and other membrane
separation systems
• Water softening and ion exchange plants
• Chemical dosing pumps and monitoring
control systems
• Ultraviolet and ozone disinfection systems
• Filter housings and consumables
• Desalination systems
• Water and waste water treatment plants.
The service team can also provide onsite support
and training to any area throughout Australia and the
Asia Pacific region.
But most importantly, we are on hand to support
your system so you can get on with running your
business.

We aim to make dealing with us easy and provide you with
a high quality end product that is easy to use, reliable and
enhances your business.

John Winstanley
Managing Director

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Since 1888 Continental Water, incorporating IBC Water,
have been at the forefront of delivering pure water
solutions and service to;

CONTENTS

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OUR PRODUCTS –
YOUR INDUSTRY
DEIONISATION

FILTRATION, REVERSE OSMOSIS
& MEMBRANE SYSTEMS ALL INDUSTRIES

OZONE GENERATORS

WATER SOFTENERS

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RECLAIM SYSTEMS

UV ULTRAVIOLET

WATER POLISHERS

ALL INDUSTRIES

CONTENTS

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INDUSTRIES

WATER
FILTRATION
WATER FILTRATION
IS AN AREA THAT
IMPACTS EVERYONE.
FROM COMMERCIAL
APPLICATIONS TO
UNDER SINK SYSTEMS
WITHIN THE HOME,
THE QUEST FOR PURE
WATER HAS BEEN
A PRIORITY FOR
CENTURIES.
In ancient Greek and Sanskrit writings dating back to
2000 BC, water treatment methods were recommended.
People were aware that heating water might purify it. They
were also educated in sand and gravel filtration, boiling,
and straining. The major motive for water purification was
better tasting drinking water.
After 500 BC, Hippocrates discovered the healing powers
of water. He invented the practice of sieving water, and
obtained the first bag filter, which was called the
‘Hippocratic sleeve’. The main purpose of the bag was
to trap sediments that caused bad tastes or odours.
In today’s world the importance of water and its purity is
crucial. From the mining sector to the food and beverage
industry – effective water filtration is paramount to your
business.
Our comprehensive range of water filtration applications
and our team’s experience and knowledge allow us to
deliver quality pure water solutions for your business from
installation to service.
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CONTENTS

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CASE STUDY

SIBELCO
Founded in 1872, Sibelco began operation in the
Australian and New Zealand markets in 2000. One of the
world’s largest industrial mineral companies Sibelco has
a network of over 45 mines, plants, sales offices and
warehouses based in Australia. They supply products
to Glass, Mining, Agriculture, Construction and Industrial
Manufacturing industries.
IBC Water has had a long standing partnership with
Sibelco’s Silica Sand manufacturing plant on North
Stradbroke Island. The plant is a floating Concentrator
Vessel which is 60m long by 40m wide designed
specifically for sand mining.

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combined water system which serves various functions
such as drinking and requirements to manufacturing
processes. The system encompasses Kinetico NonElectric Filters which includes a pH neutraliser, a water
softener and multimedia filters to manage the 15,000
litres a day usage requirements. Incoming water pressure
drives the Kinetico system meaning the system is only in
operation when water is needed; saving on power.
The entire system is housed in a 12 sqm plant and is
serviced on a regular basis from our Brisbane plant.
The service involves salt top up as well as a general
maintenance and a water quality check.

The system has exceeded expectations. The team put
forward an innovative solution which saves energy, is reliable
and is saving Sibelco money as we no longer have to buy
water. We also now have the added peace of mind knowing
the system is maintained to exacting OH & S water requirements
for the general health and wellbeing of the employees working
on the Concentrator.

”

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Bob Bell Sibelco, Plant Operations Superintendent

The Concentrator processes 3,000 tons of sand a day
to extract the zircon which goes towards manufacturing
paints, toothpaste, sunscreen, ceramic tiles, touch phones
and digital tablets.

Water quality is maintained in the 3,000 litre holding
tank through an electric UV system. Again this system
is serviced and maintained by our Brisbane Service
Technicians.

Originally IBC Water installed an activated carbon and
sand filter system to treat bore water as it was pumped
from the pond to the Concentrator for general
consumption and washing purposes.

The system now means the staff shifts can confidently
drink and bathe in the water overcoming the need to
transport water to the pontoon and is in operation 24
hours a day, seven days a week.

However, over time various factors such as pond water
chloroforms, general wear and tear and age saw a
deterioration in the end water product. This lead to Sibelco
having to purchase and transport water onto the island
at sizeable costs.

Bob Bell highlighted that “The system has exceeded my
expectations. The team put forward an innovative solution
which saves energy, is reliable and is saving Sibelco
money as we no longer have to buy water.

In late 2012, Sibelco again approached IBC Water to
discuss how to best upgrade their water system. Bob Bell,
the plants Operations Superintendent, brief was to design
and install a system to meet OH & S regulations and the
needs of the Concentrator’s crews without environmental
impacts to North Stradbroke Island.
Now under the ownership of Continental Water, the
team designed, built and now service a comprehensive

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1. Sibelco Concentrator Vessel
2. Quartz Sand Mine
3. Water Treatment Plant
4. A CWS Service Technician visits the plant

We also now have the added peace of mind knowing
the system is maintained to exacting OH & S water
requirements for the general health and well being of the
employees working on the Concentrator.”

If you want to know more about Sibelco and
their services visit www.sibelco.com

CONTENTS

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SYSTEMS
ELECTRIC OR KINETICO NON-ELECTRIC

WHY AN ELECTRIC SYSTEM?
An electric system allows you to set the time and
frequency of the back wash and gives you full control
of your water filtration system.

WHY USE A KINETICO NONELECTRIC SYSTEM?
Continental Water is a close distribution partner with
Kinetico – the world pioneer in non-electric filter systems.

This is crucial in numerous industries and applications
such as labs and hospital scenarios, laundries and food
and beverage manufacturing.

A Kinetico non-electric system has the same qualities and
attributes of an electric system but runs on water pressure
to drive all functions of the Kinetico valve.

All of our electric valves feature;
• Seven day timer for time based backwashes
or
• Microprocessor for volume based backwash

A Kinetico non-electric system is ideal when a system is
not running to a strict regime as it saves both water and
power. It can be used in remote areas which don’t have
access to power or an application that does not require
backwashing at a set time throughout a 24 hour period.
The Hydrus Valve is a non-electric 50mm valve, (the
standard non-electric valve is 32mm) the first top mount
control that regenerates in a counter current format right
out of the box. It reduces salt use by more than 30% which
delivers additional cost savings and efficiencies. It works
in conjunction with a Kinetico non-electric water system.

WHICH FILTER
SYSTEM IS BEST
FOR YOU?

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Both an electric and a Kinetico non-electric system
supports the following applications;
• Single or multi tank configurations
• Water softening
• Filtration
• Ion exchange
• Deionisation systems
• Co-current or counter current regenerations

CONTENTS

Hydrus Valve features;
• Non-corrosive
• No motors
• Hydraulic operation
• No limit-switches
• Lead free
• No cams
The Hydrus Smart Start is the perfect complement to
a Hydrus non-electric system. It is a controller that can
operate your entire system to a range of specifications
and configurations.

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TANK MEDIA
WHICH IS BEST FOR YOUR APPLICATION?
6. NEXTSAND

One media type does not fit all filtration requirements. We offer a diverse range of media options
to suit a broad range of industries from resin
Deionisation systems to Kinetico Macrolite media.

Nextsand filtration is a high-purity form of filtration,
filtering down to a credible 3 micron (nominal 5), and
provides a higher solid loading, longer running times,
superior performance and long bed life in comparison to
multi media. The hardness, stability and micro porous
character of Nextsand makes it a perfect filtration media
for virtually every application in the water and wastewater
treatment industry.

We can create a customised solution to suit any
budget, industry or operation size.

1 KINETICO MACROLITE
.
Macrolite is a ground breaking filtration media which
provides the best filtration performance and high filtration
rates. The granular, ceramic media offers filtration superior
in comparison with more traditional aggregates such as
sand and multi media.

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7. DMI-65
DMI-65 is an effective media in the removal of iron and
manganese from raw water, by acting as an oxidisation
channel allowing immediate oxidisation and removal
of the insoluble precipitate. It performs well within a wide

The end result for you? A system that will improve water
quality, lower operating costs and reduce waste
discharge volumes.
Features;
• Filters to 5 micron
• 100 x surface area to sand
• Removes more turbidity
• Holds solids longer than traditional medias
• More particle removal at very low micron levels
• Reduced media weight reduces backwash flow rates
• 100 % bed expansion at a flow rate 2/3 or less than
other filter types

2. CARBON
Carbon filtration is a common method of removing
unwanted tastes and odours caused by chlorine, organics,
chemicals, herbicides, pesticides and algae. Removal of
chlorine is necessary before a reverse osmosis system
and water softener treatment as these processes are not
tolerant to chlorine. Unlike other forms of media filtration,
carbon will also partially remove tannin or organic colours.
One litre of carbon has roughly the surface area of a
football field, therefore quite extensive runs from the
carbon bed can be realised before replacement is required.

3. CALCITE
Calcite is a crushed and screened white marble material
used to neutralise low pH water to a neutral non-corrosive
state. Upon contact with calcite, acidic water slowly
dissolves the calcium carbonate media to raise the pH
level, which subsequently reduces the potential leaching of
copper, lead and other metals typically found in plumbing
systems. However, in some circumstances calcite will add
hardness to the water supply and a water softener may be
required. Calcite filtration is an efficient neutralising filter.

4. MULTI MEDIA
Multi Media filtration is used primarily to remove
sediment down to a nominal 25 microns by collecting
particles and flushing the waste during the backwashing
process. The filter has a five-strata bed; the system
consists of 5 different filtration media from coarse gravel to
fine sand.

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pH range of 5.8 up to 8.6, and also achieves efficient
filtration under high operating temperatures up to a
maximum of 45˚C.

8. BAG FILTERS
Bag filtration offers a solution to traditional forms
of filtration whilst maintaining cost effectiveness and
versatility for a range of applications. The housing is made
from durable and hard-wearing polypropylene or stainless
steel with UV resistant properties. The filtration process
works by water entering the unit through the inlet manifold
and passing into the top section of the bag housing,
through the internal filter bag, leaving through the lower
outlet manifold. The degree of filtration is determined
by the micron rating of the bag installed.

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TANK CONFIGURATIONS
SIMPLEX (SINGLE)
This system uses raw water to regenerate or backwash.
This configuration is the most economical to purchase
and the most space efficient; however, operational costs
and waste production is not the lowest. Additionally
it does not produce the best water quality. This system
has a a flow rate ranging from 8 to 360 LPM.

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TRIPLEX (TRIPLE)
As with a Duplex system, this configuration uses soft
or filtered water to regenerate. This system is ideal for
continuous high flow rate applications where water
quality and regeneration efficiency is vital, such as
chlorine production, batch filling operations, boiler
feed and other critical applications. The Triplex design
effectively regenerates one tank at a time with only
a minimal pressure drop. A Triplex system has a flow
rate ranging from 200 LPM to 1,000 LPM.

DUPLEX (DUAL)
Uses soft or filtered water to regenerate. This
configuration is suited for intermittent higher flow
designs needed by laundries, hotels, motels and large
food and beverage preparation facilities. Duplex flow
rates range from 100 LPM to 700 LPM.

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1. Kinetico Macrolite magnified 100x 2. Carbon 3. Calcite 4. Multi-media
5. Greensand 6. Nextsand. 7. DMI-65 8. Bag Filters

5. MANGANESE GREENSAND FILTERS

MULTI TANK
Again uses soft or filtered water to regenerate or
backwash. This configuration delivers high flow rates
with almost no backwash detectable pressure drops
during regeneration or backwash. The design offers
high salt efficiency and the softest water possible.
A Multi Tank system has flow rates from 60 LPM to
1500 LPM.

Manganese Greensand is a naturally occurring
glauconite mineral of marine origin. The singular nodular
grains of glauconite are washed, graded, stabilised and
coated with manganese oxide. This media has the ability
to attract, absorb or dissolve iron, manganese and
moderate levels of hydrogen sulphide in raw water. This
type of filtration requires regeneration to occur on a regular
basis with potassium permanganate, which oxidises or
precipitates the mineral bed of absorbed iron, manganese
and hydrogen sulphide. These are then removed during
the backwashing or rinsing process. A level below 7pH will
strip the media rendering it useless. pH correction by way
of soda ash dosing is recommended.

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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

ELECTRIC
SYSTEMS

CARBON
FILTERS

OUR RANGE OF ELECTRIC CONFIGURATIONS
ARE BUILT TO YOUR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS.

• FRP Vessel
• UPVC or ABS pipe work assembly
• Optional galvanised skid mounting
• High quality control equipment and valves
• Option of control head, water actuated, air actuated
or electrical actuated valves
• Potable grade media
• Option of modular integration, e.g. duplex, triplex, duty/standby
• Ex factory or onsite loading of media for tight spaces

FEATURES

CARBON FILTER SIZES
Size

Width

Height

Inlet/Outlet

Waste

Weight

Product Flow

1

16"

65"

50mm

40mm

111kg

28 LPM

2

21"

62"

50mm

40mm

137kg

45 LPM

3

24"

71"

50mm

40mm

241kg

60 LPM

4

30"

72"

50mm

40mm

409kg

95 LPM

5

36" Magnum

72"

50mm

40mm

705kg

135 LPM

6

42" Aquamatic

72"

80mm

80mm

950kg

183 LPM

7

42" Electrical Actuated

72"

80mm

80mm

1050kg

183 LPM

8

42" Pneumatic Actuated

72"

80mm

80mm

1050kg

183 LPM

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48" Aquamatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1300kg

239 LPM

10

48" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1400kg

239 LPM

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72"

80mm

80mm

1400kg

239 LPM

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Design: Chlorine, hydrocarbon, colour, taste and odour removal
Configuration: Continuous inline filter
Pressure Vessel: Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP)
Media: Granular actived carbon
Operating Pressure: 300 – 690 kPa
Operating Temperature: 5 – 45°C·
pH Range: 5.5 – 9.0
Contact Time: 10 – 20 min

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Inlet and outlet pressure gauges & inlet and outlet isolating valves
Service flow controller & Backwash flow controller
• UPVC or ABS pipe work
• Time clock or microprocessor volumetric controller

OPERATING PARAMETERS
• A pressure reduction valve should be installed in areas of high
water pressure (above 690kPa).
• A water hammer arrestor should also be installed if water
hammer prevails
• Suspended solids: max 50 mg/l
• Iron: max 0.5 mg/l
• Flow rate will depend on application
• Alkalinity should be greater than 2 times sulphate
and chloride concentration

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CONTENTS

Pictures are for illustration purposes only
Dimensions and capacities are approximate only

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ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

CALCITE
FILTERS

MULTI MEDIA
FEATURES
• FRP Vessel
• Option of control head, water actuated, air actuated
or electrical actuated valves

FEATURES
• FRP Vessel
• Option of control head, water actuated, air actuated or electrical
actuated valves

MULTI-MEDIA FILTER SIZES
Size

1

CALCITE FILTER SIZES
Size

Width

1

Width

Height

Inlet/Outlet

Waste

Weight

Product Flow

16"

65"

50mm

40mm

226kg

80 LPM

Height

Inlet/Outlet

Waste

Weight

Product Flow

2

21"

62"

50mm

40mm

320kg

120 LPM

16"

65"

50mm

40mm

250kg

30 LPM

3

24"

71"

50mm

40mm

500kg

180 LPM

2

21"

62"

50mm

40mm

350kg

52 LPM

4

30"

72"

50mm

40mm

867kg

305 LPM

3

24"

71"

50mm

40mm

470kg

70 LPM

5

36" Aquamatic

72"

65mm

50mm

1150kg

400 LPM

4

30"

72"

50mm

40mm

670kg

109 LPM

6

36" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1150kg

400 LPM

5

36" Aquamatic

72"

50mm

40mm

1100kg

156 LPM

7


72"

80mm

80mm

1150kg

400 LPM

6

36" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1100kg

156 LPM

8

42" Aquamatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1400kg

539 LPM

7


72"

80mm

80mm

1100kg

156 LPM

9

42" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1400kg

539 LPM

8

42" Aquamatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1600kg

212 LPM

10


72"

80mm

80mm

1400kg

539 LPM

48" Aquamatic

72"

100mm

80mm

1900kg

704 LPM

9

42" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1700kg

212 LPM

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10


72"

80mm

80mm

1700kg

212 LPM

12

48" Pneumatic

72"

100mm

80mm

1900kg

704 LPM

13


72"

100mm

80mm

1900kg

704 LPM

11

48" Aquamatic

72"

80mm

80mm

2100kg

276 LPM

12

48" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

2200kg

276 LPM

13


72"

80mm

80mm

2200kg

276 LPM


• A pressure reduction valve should be installed in areas of high
water pressure (above 690kPa)
hammer prevails
• As calcite media will be dissolved in the water, hardness
will increase.
• Depending on the pH of the water, topping-up the media
will be required regularly

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Inlet and outlet pressure gauges & inlet and outlet
isolating valves
• Service flow controller & Backwash flow controller

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Design: Sediment removal and turbidity reduction
Media: Heavy garnet, fine garnet, 7m sand, anthracite
Operating Temperature: 5 – 45°C
Filtration Rate: 10 – 15 micron
pH Range: 5.5 – 9


Design: Increasing low pH from 5.5 upward to neutral pH 7
Media: Calcite grade A8021 – 01
Operating Pressure: 300 – 690kpa
pH Range: 5.5 – 7


SYSTEM INCLUSIONS

Multimedia
Media Set

• Inlet and outlet pressure gauges, inlet and outlet isolating
valves, Service flow controller & Backwash flow controller

• A pressure reduction valve should be installed in areas
of high water pressure (above 690kPa).
hammer prevails
• Not recommended for colloidal sediment removal

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ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

MANGANESE
GREENSAND
FILTERS

NEXTSAND
FILTERS

FEATURES

FEATURES

• FRP Vessel
• Option of control head, water actuated, air actuated or
electrical actuated valves
• Regenerent dosing system

• FRP Vessel
actuated valves

NEXT SAND FILTER SIZES

MANGANESE GREENSAND FILTER SIZES

Size

Width

Height

Inlet/Outlet

Waste

Weight

Product Flow

Product Flow

1

16"

65"

50mm

40mm

200kg

55 LPM

206kg

25 LPM

2

21"

62"

50mm

40mm

350kg

109 LPM

300kg

39 LPM

3

24"

71"

50mm

40mm

450kg

180 LPM

464kg

57 LPM

4

30"

72"

50mm

40mm

650kg

223 LPM

762kg

90 LPM

5

36" Aquamatic

72"

50mm

40mm

800kg

262 LPM

40mm

975kg

135 LPM

6

36" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

850kg

262 LPM

80mm

1500kg

182 LPM

7


72"

80mm

80mm

900kg

262 LPM

1500kg

182 LPM

8

42" Aquamatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1000kg

434 LPM

9

42" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

1100kg

434 LPM

Size

Width

Height

Inlet/Outlet

Waste

1
2

16"

65"

50mm

40mm

21"

62"

50mm

40mm

3

24"

4

30"

71"

50mm

40mm

72"

50mm

40mm

5

36"

72"

50mm

6

42" Aquamatic

72"

80mm

7

42" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

Weight

8


72"

80mm

80mm

1500kg

182 LPM

9

48" Aquamatic

72"

80mm

80mm

2200kg

234 LPM

10


72"

80mm

80mm

1100kg

434 LPM

48" Aquamatic

72"

100mm

100mm

1550kg

570 LPM

10

48" Pneumatic

72"

80mm

80mm

2300kg

234 LPM

11

11


72"

80mm

80mm

2300kg

234 LPM

12

48" Pneumatic

72"

100mm

100mm

1700kg

570 LPM

13


72"

100mm

100mm

1700kg

570 LPM



Design: Iron, manganese and hydrogen sulphide removal
Configuration: Continuous regeneration and intermittent
regeneration
Media: Manganese Greensand
Max Iron Removal: 10mg/l Dissolved Iron
pH Range: 6.2 – 8.8

of high pressure (above 690kPa)
hammer prevails
• Iron and Manganese: max 15mg/l
• Alkalinity should be greater than two times the combined
sulphate and chloride concentration

Note: Due to complexities of iron, manganese and hydrogen
sulphide, it is recommended that product selection be referred
to your Continental Water sales representative

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS

Design: Sediment removal and turbidity reduction
Media: Nextsand
Filtration Rate: 3 – 5 micron
pH Range: 5.5 – 9

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Inlet and outlet pressure gauges
• Inlet and outlet isolating valves
• Service flow controller & Backwash flow controller

• Potassium permanganate dosing unit
• Service flow controller
• Time clock and microprocessor volume controller

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of high water pressure (above 690kPa)
hammer prevails
• Not recommended for colloidal sediment removal

CONTENTS


21

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

BAG
FILTERS

DMI-65
FILTERS

FEATURES

FEATURES

• Polypropylene filter housing
• Galvanised skid mounting
• UPVC or ABS pipe work and valves
• UV stabilised
• Option of modular integration
• Wide range of micron ratings
• Stainless Steel filter housings available

• FRP Vessel
actuated valving
• Oxidant dosing system with dose rate recommendations and
instructions

BAG FILTER SIZES
Width

Height

Inlet/Outlet

Waste

Flow Rate

Single SX-100

Size

465mm

800mm

1207mm

50mm

150 LPM

Dual SX-100

800mm

900mm

1208mm

75mm

300 LPM

Triple SX-100

550mm

1200mm

1032mm

80mm

450 LPM

DMI-65 FILTER SIZES
Size

Width

Height

Inlet/Outlet

Waste

Weight

1

16"

65"

50mm

40mm

250kg

2

21"

62"

50mm

40mm

400kg


3

24"

71"

50mm

40mm

400kg

Design: Sediment removal according to filtration rate
Capacity: 150LPM per each S – 100 5µm bag
Operating Pressure: <650 kPa
Bag Material: Polypropylene restrainer bag
Bag Dimensions: 6" (D) X 20" (L)
Micro Rating: 1,5,10,25,50,75,100

4

30"

72"

50mm

40mm

870kg

5

36" Magnum

72"

50mm

40mm

1200kg

6

42" Aquamatic Stager

72"

80mm

80mm

1700kg

7


72"

80mm

80mm

1750kg

8


72"

80mm

80mm

1750kg

9

48" Aquamatic Stager

72"

80mm

80mm

2300kg

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS

10


72"

80mm

80mm

2400kg

11


72"

80mm

80mm

2400kg

• Bleeding valve
• Sample valve

Flow Rate is dependant on applications



Design: Iron, Manganese and Hydrogen Sulphide removal
Media: DMI – 65 and under bed gravel
Max Iron Removal: 15 mg/l dissolved iron
pH Range: 5.8 – 8.6
Chlorine Residual: 0.2mg/l

of high water pressure (above 690kPa).
hammer prevails.
• Suspended solids: max 50mg/l
• Iron and Manganese: max 15mg/l
• Alkalinity should be greater than two times the combined
sulphate and chloride concentration.

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Chlorination dosing unit
• Backwash flow controller
• Flash mixing chamber
• Time clock or microprocessor volume controller


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23

SPECIFICATIONS

KINETICO NON–ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

KINETICO
NON-ELECTRIC
SYSTEMS

KINETICO
NON-ELECTRIC
FILTERS
MACROLITE
Size

Nominal
clean bed
pressure
drop (bar)

Backwash
Flow Rate
per tank
(lps)

Media
Volume Per
Tank
Ft3 (Litres)

Backwash
Volume
(Litres)

Application

Backwash
Time(min)

Tanks (1)

HF118m

1.07

0.19

0.88

71

825

5 micron

20

18"x65"

HF121m

1.51

0.23

1.26

99

1105

5 micron

20

21"x62"

HF124m

1.96

0.28

1.58

142

1441

5 micron

20

24"x65"

HF130m

3.09

0.52

2.52

227

2226

5 micron

20

30"x72"

HF136m

4.42

0.87

3.47

340

3178

5 micron

20

36"x72"

HF142m

OUR RANGE OF NON-ELECTRIC CONFIGURATIONS
ARE BUILT TO YOUR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS.

Flow Rates
@ 6.8 LPS/
m2

6.06

1.48

4.73

396

4298

5 micron

20

42"x72"

CARBON
Size

Flow Rates
@ 6.8 LPS/
m2

Nominal
clean bed
pressure
drop (bar)

Backwash
Flow Rate
per tank
(lps)

Media
Volume Per
Tank
Ft3 (Litres)

Backwash
Volume
(Litres)

Application

Backwash
Time(min)

Tanks (1)

HF118cb

0.95

0.07

1.26

85

993

Dechlor/Organics

20

18"x65"

HF121cb

1.26

0.10

1.58

113

1385

Dechlor/Organics

20

21"x62"

HF124cb

1.64

0.13

2.21

170

1777

Dechlor/Organics

20

24"x65"

HF130cb

2.52

0.29

3.47

283

2786

Dechlor/Organics

20

30"x72"

HF136cb

3.60

0.52

4.73

396

3962

Dechlor/Organics

20

36"x72"

CALCITE
Size

Flow Rates @ Nominal
6.8 LPS/m2
clean bed
pressure
drop (bar)

Backwash
Flow Rate
per tank
(lps)

Media
Volume Per
Tank
Ft3 (Litres)

Backwash
Volume
(Litres)

Application

Backwash
Time(min)

Tanks (1)

HF118n

0.69

0.05

0.95

85

993

Raise PH

20

18"x65"

HF121n

0.95

0.07

1.26

113

1385

Raise PH

20

21"x62"

HF124n

1.20

0.08

1.58

170

1777

Raise PH

20

24"x65"

HF130n

1.89

0.17

2.52

283

2786

Raise PH

20

30"x72"

HF136n

2.71

0.31

4.42

510

3962

Raise PH

20

36"x72"

SYSTEM TYPE
Type

A (mm)

B (mm)

C (mm)

D (mm)

E (mm)

F (mm)

G (mm)

HF X18

457

1727

2108

102

1016

1575

711

HF X 21

533

1651

2032

102

1168

1803

787

HF X 24

610

1727

2108

102

1321

2032

864

HF X30

762

2184

2565

102

1626

2489

1016

HF X36

914

2108

2489

102

1930

2946

1168

HF X42

1067

2413

2794

102

2235

3404

1321

The “X" in the system size description refers to the number of tanks: Simplex = 1, Duplex = 2, Triplex = 3

HYDRUS VALVE CONNECTION DETAIL
50mm MNPT
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25

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

INDUSTRIES
ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

WATER
SOFTENERS
WATER IS REFERRED
TO AS “HARD” IF IT
CONTAINS A LOT
OF CALCIUM AND
MAGNESIUM. GROUNDWATER ACQUIRES
THESE MINERALS BY
DISSOLVING THEM
FROM SURROUNDING
SOIL AND ROCK.
You can easily see the effects of hard water including low
sudsing when using soaps and detergents, which leaves
a residue on skin, clothes and hair. This can lead to red
itchy skin and irritation. But what does this mean for
commercial applications?
Hard water causes dissolved calcium and magnesium
to precipitate out of hard water as scale, which builds up
on the insides of pipes and industrial machinery. Scale
reduces flow through pipes and is a poor conductor of
heat. Eventually, pipes can become completely clogged
and less functional.
Without an effective water softener solution, valuable
production time can be lost in repairs and reduce water
flow rates, plus the life of your production system can be
dramatically shortened.
All water softeners use a process called Ion Exchange
to remove the magnesium and calcium and produce water
which does not leave scale or unwanted residue in your
manufacturing system.
Continental Water Systems offer a broad range of local and
off shore systems to suit every application, budget and
project size. We supply IBC single, duplex and triplex systems
and Kinetico non-electric systems which can be serviced
on a regular basis by our locally based service team.
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27

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

INDUSTRIES

WATER SOFTENER
APPLICATIONS

ELECTRIC AND
KINETICO NONELECTRIC WATER
SOFTENERS

MINING

COMMERCIAL KITCHENS

MUNICIPAL

CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING

DRY CLEANERS & LAUNDRIES
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BOILERS

DRINK MANUFACTURING

CONTENTS

29

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
WATER SOFTENERS

KINETICO NON-ELECTRIC ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
WATER SOFTENERS

SINGLE, DUPLEX AND
TRIPLEX SYSTEMS

KINETICO MACH
SERIES

An IBC Water Softener uses Cation resin which will exchange
its sodium with Calcium and Magnesium in the water. This
reaction is reversed in the regeneration process, when at a pre-set
time; brine (saturated salty water) is drawn up from an attached
brine tank and is flushed through the resin to remove the Calcium
and Magnesium to waste.

EXCLUSIVE MACH SERIES
NON-ELECTRIC CONTROL
VALVE
Kinetico delivers an exclusive non-electric control valve which
eliminates the need to adjust, set, repair or replace timers,
computers or electrical components. The Kinetico control valve
simultaneously manages two media tanks through service and
regeneration cycles. Water pressure, not electricity, runs the
system. As water passes through the control valve, a water
turbine meters the amount of water processed by the systems.
The valve automatically initiates regeneration after the
predetermined amount of water has been treated.

FEATURES
• FRP Vessel
• Option of control head, water actuated,
air actuated or electrical actuated valves
• Option of modular integration
• Ex-factory or onsite loading of media for tight spaces
• Brine drawing system with dose rate recommendations
• Brine storage tank

As the system is comprised of two media tanks, soft water can be
used for the complete regeneration process which substantially
improves the system’s efficiency and the product water quality.

SYSTEM UPGRADES
AND OPTIONS
• Kinetico’s Water Softener systems allow your system to grow as
your business expands
• Adjustable meter range based on interchangeable flow nozzles
– from 0.19 LPM and as high as 90 LPM.

WATER SOFTENER SYSTEM SIZES
Size

Width

Height

Inlet/
Outlet

Waste

Brine Line

Resin

1

16"

65"

2

21"

72"

Soft Usage
(Min-Max)kg

Weight

50mm

40mm

20mm

50mm

40mm

20mm

Brine Tank

125L

(8-30)

255kg

24"x50"

FEATURES

175L

(11-43)

311kg

24"x50"

• System by-pass valve allows for quick and easy installation,
service and maintenance of the system.
• Quick Connect Adaptors
• Allow for installation to 0.75", 1' and 1.25" plumbing
• 0/75' Flexible Hose
• Metered, Demand Operated
• Only regenerates when necessary which saves salt
• Twin Tank System
• Provides an uninterrupted supply of clean, soft water that
is also used to make brine for the regeneration.

3

24"

72"

50mm

40mm

20mm

225L

(16-61)

560kg

24"x50"

4

30"

72"

50mm

40mm

20mm

500L

(32-120)

1015kg

30"x48"

5

36"

72"

50mm

40mm

20mm

600L

(38-144)

1158kg

39"x60"

6

42"

72"

80mm

50mm

20mm

850L

(54-204)

1300kg

42"x60"

7

48"

72"

80mm

50mm

20mm

1125L

(72-270)

1700kg

50"x60"

Design: Calcium and Magnesium hardness removal
Pressure Valve: Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP)
Media: Under bed gravel, strong cation resin
Ph Range: 5.5 – 9

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Backwash flow controller
• Time clock or microprocessor
volumetric controller
• Brine tank in brine well
• Duplex and triplex options available
for the full range of softeners


A pressure reduction valve should be installed in areas of high
water pressure (above 690kPa). A water hammer arrestor
should also be installed if water hammer prevails.

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31

NON-ELECTRIC WATER SOFTENERS

NON-ELECTRIC ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
WATER SOFTENERS

KINETICO CC SERIES

KINETICO
COMMERCIAL
PLUS
(CP SERIES)

CC SERIES COMPACT
COMMERCIAL WATER
SOFTENING SYSTEMS
The CC Series Water Softener is designed as a high performance
system for applications where space is critical. In addition to the
efficient design of the system, the unit is loaded with features
making the CC Series Water Softener the perfect choice even
when space is not an issue.

THE CP SERIES – WATER
SOFTENERS

FEATURES
• Cabinet and free-standing designs which are compact
and save space
• Corrosion, heat and moisture resistant
• Installs anywhere!
• Non-solvent cation resin provides high system capacity
• Soft Water, counter current regeneration. An ideal regeneration
system delivering reduced water usage and premium quality process.
• Automatic – non electric operation using hydraulic water pressure
and no electrical hook up

The CP Series water softener is ideal when expectations
for both performance and efficiency are high and cannot
be compromised. The Kinetico control valve allows larger,
commercial applications to enjoy the same benefits
normally reserved for smaller installations.

WATER SOFTENER SYSTEMS CC RANGE
Specifications

CC206s

FEATURES

CC206c

CC208s

• Automatic, non-electric operation
• Overdrive or alternating service flow configuration
• Metered, demand operated
• Variable meter ranges
• Soft water, counter current regeneration
• Maximum hardness reduction
• Efficient, low cost operation
• Corrosion-resistant

CC208c

Tank Size (cm)

15x33

15x33

20x43

20x43

Service Flow

Up Flow

Up Flow

Up Flow

Down Flow

Brine Tank Capacity

Optional

18kg

Optional

45kg

Regeneration Volume (litres)

22

22

63

40

Regeneration Time

11 minutes

11 minutes

11 minutes

11 minutes

Peak Temperature

49°C

71°C

49°C

71°C

Continuous Temperature

38°C

65°C

38°C

65°C

Dimensions (WxDxH) (cm)

33x15x51

36x36x56

43x 20x64

51x61x71

Flow Meter Options (standard)

CC206s

CC206c

CC208s

CC208c

OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES
• Modular design to allow for system growth
• Central brining systems
• Remote start using an external signal to initiate
regenerations when needed
• Adjustable meter range created by interchangeable flow
nozzles, from 1.9 LPM to 189 LPM

Flow Range (LPM)

1-34

1-34

1-38

2206

2770

0.2/0.45

0.2/0.45

0.45/0.6

0.45/0.6

Hardness Range (ppm)

342/513

342/513

598/718

598/684

Flow Range (LPM)

0.18-0.6

0.18-0.6

0.18-0.6

0.18-0.6

Meter Volume (litres)

230

230

230

230

Salt Used (kg)

0.3

0.3

0.45

0.45

Hardness Range

40

40

50

50

Flow Range (LPM)

0.6-19

0.6-19

0.6-19

0.6-19


946

946

1192

1192

Salt Used (kg)

0.3

0.3

0.6

CP 216s OD

Tank Size (cm)

33x137

41x165

System Size cm (wxdxh)

68x33x152

83x41x180

Resin Volume per Tank

0.23m

0.37m

Regeneration Time/Volume

90 min/538 litres

90 min/ 606 litres

Brining Levels

6.8/11kg

11/18kg

Recommended Brine Tank
Size

227kg

227kg

Flow Meter

Full Louvre

Open Louvre

0.6

Micro Nozzle (optional)

Meter Range (LPM)

2.8-151

4.1-189

Flow Range 915/30 (psi)
Overdrive (LPM)

106-151

132-178

76-114

87-125

684/872

684/838

Maximum Volume between
Regenerations

2770

Salt Used (kg)

CP 213s OD

Max Hardness (ppm)
(Overdrive/Alternating)

1-38

2206

Specifications

Alternating (LPM)

Half Louvre Nozzle


CP SERIES SPECIFICATIONS

33,000 litres

57,500 litres

1.1-83

1.1-94

Flow Meter Options
Flow Range (LPM)

Full Louvre Nozzle (Standard with CP213s)
Flow Range (OD) (LPM)

2.8-151

2.8-151

Flow Range (ALT) (LPM)

2.8-113

2.8-113

Open Louvre Nozzle (Standard with CP216s)
Flow Range (OD) (LPM)

4.2-125

4.2-125

Flow Start (LPM)

0-170

0-189

Start Signal Flow (LPM)

1.9

1.9

Start Signal Pressure

15 psi

15 psi

Start Signal Time

32

2.8-15

Flow Range (ALT) (LPM)

* Based on specification of external meter

2.8-15

15 min

15 min

Remote Start

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33

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
NON-ELECTRIC WATER SOFTENERS

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

HYDRUS SOFTENING
SYSTEMS

HYDRUS WATER SOFTENERS TANK CONFIGURATIONS
Flow@
15 psi/
1.03 bar
Loss
(LPS)

Flow@
30 psi/
2.06 bar
Loss
(LPS)

BFlow@
30 psi/
2.06 bar
Loss
(LPS)

Resin
Volume
Per Tank
Litres

Regeneration
Volume Per
Tank Litres

Regeneration
Efficiency (gr
CaCo3/ ib
NaC1)

Regeneration
Time Per
Tank (min)

Hard
Water
(HW)
By-pass

Tank
Size

HS118s

2.84

4.04

0.50

142

1,480

3,333

120

HW (1)

18x65

HS121s

3.47

4.92

0.63

170

1,669

3,333

120

HW (1)

21x62

HS124s

4.10

5.80

0.95

227

2,131

3,333

120

HW (1)

24x65

HS130s

4.54

6.37

1.26

340

3,229

3,333

150

HW (1)

30x72

HS136s

4.92

6.94

1.89

510

4,785

3,333

150

HW (1)

36x72

HS142s

5.11

7.26

2.52

736

6,007

3,333

150

HW (1)

42x72

HS218s

5.68

8.08

0.50

142

1,151

>4000

120

None (2)

18x65

HS221s

6.94

9.84

0.63

170

1,314

>4000

120

None (2)

21x62

HS224s

8.20

11.61

0.95

227

1,715

>4000

120

None(2)

24x65

HS230s

9.08

12.74

1.26

340

3,055

>4000

150

None (2)

30x72

HS236s

9.84

13.88

1.89

510

4,493

>4000

150

None (2)

36x72

HS242s

10.22

14.51

2.52

736

6,208

>4000

150

None (2)

42x72

HS318s

8.52

12.11

0.50

142

1,151

>4000

120

None (3)

18x65

HS321s

10.41

14.76

0.63

170

1,314

>4000

120

None (3)

21x62

SIMPLEX

EXPERIENCE THE KINETICO
DIFFERENCE
Until now, all industrial water softeners have been the same;
they use large amounts of salt to regenerate and simultaneously allow some hard water to leak into service. Kinetico’s
Hydrus water softeners are different.
The Hydrus water softener is the only multi-port system to
use counter current, soft water regeneration right out of the
box. This proven and trusted method of operation results
in up to a 40 percent reduction in salt use when compared
to other units. In addition waste water volumes are reduced
by as much as 30 percent, making Hydrus a more environmentally responsible water treatment product than others.

DUPLEX

Water quality from a Hydrus water softener is significantly
better than the water quality from a traditional co-current
or hard water regenerating system. With a Hydrus system,
hardness leakage will be reduced by as much as 95 percent.

TRIPLEX

HS324s

17.41

0.95

227

1715

>4000

120

None (3)

24x65

13.63

19.12

1.26

340

3,055

>4000

150

None (3)

30x72

HS336s

14.76

20.82

1.89

510

4,493

>4000

150

None (3)

36x72

HS342s

HYDRUS WATER SOFTENERS
TANK CONFIGURATIONS

12.30

HS330s

15.33

21.77

2.52

736

6,208

>4000

150

None (3)

42x72

SINGLE-TANK CONFIGURATION
Simplex – Uses raw water to regenerate. This configuration
is the most economical to purchase and the most space
efficient. However, operational costs and waste production
are not the lowest. Additionally, it does not offer the best
water quality.

MULTI-TANK CONFIGURATIONS
Duplex – Uses soft water to regenerate. This design
is suited for intermittent higher flow designs.
Triplex – Uses soft water to regenerate. This configuration is ideal for continuous high flow rate applications
where water quality and regeneration efficiency are vital,
such as chlorine production, batch filling operations,
boiler feed and other critical applications. The Triplex
design effectively regenerates one tank at a time with
only a minimal pressure drop.
Multi-Tank – Uses soft water to regenerate. This system
ensures high flow rates with almost no detectable
pressure drops during regeneration. The design offers
high salt efficiency and the softest water possible.

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35

MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY

MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY
INDUSTRIES

MEMBRANE
SYSTEMS
WATER IS A PRECIOUS
RESOURCE. AS THE
DEMAND FOR WATER
GROWS, MEMBRANE
TECHNOLOGY IS AN
AREA OF THE INDUSTRY
WHICH IS BEING
HEAVILY RESEARCHED
AND CONSTANT
INNOVATIONS ARE
BEING MADE TO
ENHANCE THE END
QUALITY OF WATER
TREATED.
Membranes for water applications are being highlighted
as a potentially cost-effective option to deliver a range
of purification and separation needs. They can be used
across human, industrial and environmental applications
and make the need for traditional water treatment methods,
such as physical separation techniques, chemical
treatments and evaporation techniques, redundant.
Membrane Technology uses selectively permeable
barriers, with pores sized to allow for the travel of water
molecules but small enough to block the passage of
unwanted particles and compounds.
In 1950, Membrane Technology treatment was introduced
in the desalination treatment of brackish, ground water and
seawater. Continued advances in materials, designs and
process combinations have today seen a big increase in
affordable, chemical free, environmentally friendly
applications across a broad range of industries.
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MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY
CASE STUDY

TRENDPAC
Trendpac was established in 1963 and is a 100 percent
Australian family owned business – celebrating its 50th
anniversary it is a continually growing business. Trendpac
offers a full range of manufacturing, packaging and
product development services in the following areas;
• Personal care products
• Household cleaning products
• Industrial cleaning products
• Pet care
• Car care
• Plastic moulding and packaging
Trendpac supplies some of Australia’s biggest supermarket chains and leading multi-national publicly listed
companies. The plant covers 30 acres and is in operation
24/7 producing batches from 2,000 litres to 10,000 litres.
With its own transportation system trucks are continually
shipping product to supply their FMCG customers.
Given the size of the manufacturing plant and production
volumes it is crucial that all supporting systems deliver.

“

1
1. 10KL/hour Reverse Osmosis
System
2. Multimedia Tanks
3. Reverse Osmosis water
storage & Ozone disinfection

The treated water is directed to a storage tank with
a 27,000 litre capacity which can be sent to production
at a moment’s notice. Stored water is passed through
an ultraviolet system and Ozone Oxidiser to eliminate any
bacteria which may have formed while the water was in
storage. The water is then released back into the main
plant production process.

4. Reverse Osmosis Systems
5. Ozone disinfection &
Macrolite Filtration System
6. Batches are mixed with
water prior to bottling

2
3

Water is a vital part of the manufacturing process. Without
pure water the products would contain harmful bacteria
which would impact the quality in countless ways, including
shortened shelf life in store, surface contamination from
cleaning products and ultimately loss of credibility of both
Trendpac and the customers they supply.
Continental Water was invited to tender for the
installation of a Reverse Osmosis (RO) system with the
capacity to treat 120,000 litres per day.
The RO system is part of a combined system with the
primary function of supplying a continuous feed of
treated water aligned with Trendpac’s 24 hour production
schedule. An in built self-testing unit regularly tests the
water to maintain optimum purity to prevent unwanted
contaminates entering the production process.

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4

5

Continental really delivered, the team know their stuff. We have
a monthly service contract with Continental who clean and
sanitise the RO systems and make sure all the supporting water
applications are functioning as they should.

6

”

Bob Wright Trendpac, Production Maintenance Manager

Feedback from Bob Wright, Trendpac, Production
Maintenance Manager when asked about the system
was positive, “Continental really delivered, the team
know their stuff. We have a monthly service contract with
Continental who clean and sanitise the RO systems and
make sure all the supporting water applications
are functioning as they should.”
In a business that relies on high volumes of RO water our
RO system can meet the demands of a 24/7 operation
producing high volumes of industrial and residential
cleaning product.
Want to know more about Trendpac and their
services visit www.trendpac.com.au

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MEMBRANE ELEMENTS
WHICH IS BEST FOR YOUR APPLICATION?
Membrane elements cross the spectrum of
membrane including reverse osmosis (RO),
ultrafiltration (UF). Originally RO membranes
were designed for water desalination, spiral
wound membranes are now used in a variety of
applications including agriculture, manufacturing
high purity water and at high temperature and
extreme pH conditions.
There are a number of RO membranes for varying
applications.

1 LOW ENERGY
.
These RO elements are selected when high rejection, high
flow and ultra-low operating pressures are desired.

YACHTING

DESALINATION TREATMENTS

MINING

AGRICULTURE

DRINKING WATER
PURIFICATION

PURE WATER – TYPE I AND II
FOR LABORATORIES

BORE WATER

FOOD AND BEVERAGE
INDUSTRY

WATER AND WASTE WATER

2. FOULING RESISTANT
Thin-film reverse osmosis (RO) membrane elements are
characterised by high flow, high sodium chloride rejection
and low fouling surface properties.

3. BRACKISH WATER
Membranes designed for many applications including
bore water where higher Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
levels are expected.

4. SEA WATER
Used almost exclusively in water containing above
15,000ppm and up to 35,000 ppm of Total Dissolved
Solids (TDS).

5. RO MEMBRANES
Typically are available in a number of different sizes to
meet most flow rate requirements.

6. ULTRAFILTRATION (UF)
A separation process using membranes with pore sizes in
the range of 0.1 to 0.001 micron. Typically, UF membranes
will remove high molecular-weight substances, colloidal
materials, and organic and inorganic polymeric molecules.
Low molecular-weight organics and ions such as sodium,
calcium, magnesium chloride, and sulfate are not removed
by UF Membranes.

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MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY

INDUSTRIES

ULTRAFILTRATION
SYSTEM

ULTRAFILTRATION

Efficient ultrafiltration systems utilise membranes which can
be submerged, are back-flushable, air scoured as well as spiral
wound UF/MF membranes. They offer superior performance for
the clarification of wastewater and process water.

ULTRAFILTRATION IS A SEPARATION PROCESS
USING MEMBRANES WITH PORE SIZES IN THE
RANGE OF 0. TO 0.001 MICRONS. TYPICALLY
1
,
ULTRAFILTRATION WILL REMOVE HIGH
MOLECULAR-WEIGHT SUBSTANCES, COLLOIDAL
MATERIALS AND ORGANIC AND INORGANIC
POLYMERIC MOLECULES.
Ultrafiltration, like Reverse Osmosis, is a cross – flow
separation process. Here liquid stream to be treated (feed)
flows tangentially along the membrane surface, thereby
producing two streams. The stream of liquid that comes
through the membrane is called permeate.

• High quality hollow fibre membranes
• Feed & backflush pumps
• Control valves
• Process pressure gauges and flow meters
• Stainless steel frame
• APVC and ABS pipe work and valves
• PLC controlled with option of HMI, GSM dialler or SCADA
remote monitoring
• Containerised or modular integration

TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS

depositories of suspended solids and have to be cleaned
or replaced frequently. Conventional filters are used
upstream from the membrane system to remove relatively
large suspended solids and to let the membrane do the
job of removing fine particles.

Conventional filters such as media filters or cartridge filters,
only remove suspended solids by trapping these in the
pores of the filter – media. These filters therefore act as

FEATURES

In ultrafiltration, for many applications, no pre filters are
used and ultrafiltration modules concentrate all of the
suspended and emulsified materials.

Design: Removal of turbidity, bacteria
Configuration: Out to in (dead end) or in to out
Recovery: 75-95%
Trans Membrane Pressure: < 8 psi (service)
<14 psi (backflush)
Operating Temperature: < 50°C
Membrane Type: Hollow fibre UF membrane
pH Range: 3-9 (operating) and 2-11 (washing)
Max Feed Turbidity: 100 NTU

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• UF membrane
• Feed and backflush pumps
• 2 electrical control valve
• Feed, air and backflush pressure gauges
• Product variable area flow meter
• Air-scouring blower
• PVC pipe work, hoses and quick couplings
• Electrical control panel with PLC

APPLICATIONS
• Pretreatment of Reverse Osmosis systems
• Removal of Suspended Solids
• Post Waste Water treatment plants
• Laboratory grade water purification
• Industrial wastewater treatment
• Drinking water disinfection (including removal of viruses)
• Removal of endocrines and pesticides combined with
Suspended Activated Carbon pretreatment


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INDUSTRIES

MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY

REVERSE OSMOSIS
A Reverse Osmosis system is able to remove and reject a
broad spectrum of impurities from water with minimal energy.

REVERSE
OSMOSIS

FEATURES
• RO high quality membrane modules
• High pressure and CIP pumps
• CIP tank
• Skid mounted pre-filters
• Stainless steel frame
• Pipe work and valves
• PLC controlled with option of HMI, GSM, dialler or SCADA
remote monitoring

REVERSE OSMOSIS (RO) IS A MEMBRANETECHNOLOGY FILTRATION METHOD THAT
REMOVES MANY TYPES OF LARGE MOLECULES
AND IONS FROM SOLUTIONS.


APPLICATIONS
• Desalination treatments
• Water and waste water applications
• Type III for labs
• Drinking water purification
• Food and beverage industry
• Feed for ultrapure water systems
• General chemistry
• Laboratory washing machines including final rinse
• Feed for autoclaves and environmental chambers
• Buffer preparation
• Photometry
• Spectrophotometry
• General chemical analysis
• Media preparation
• Protein electrophoreses
• Microbiological media preparation
• Cytology and histology work
• Electrophoreses

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS

Design: Membranes using Reverse Osmosis technology
to reduce salt levels from bore and river water up to 99.5%
to produce the highest quality permeate.
Configuration: Spiral wound membrane
Recovery: 50 – 85%
Operating Pressure: 10 – 21 bar
Max Operating Temperature: 45°C
Membrane Type: Thin-film composite
Membrane Size: 2.5”, 4 and 8 (D) x 40” (L)
pH Range (Service mode): 1 – 13
Max Feed. SDI: 5
Max Free Chlorine Concentration: <0.1ppm

It effectively removes turbidity, colloidal matter, toxic metals, micro-organisms, pesticides, sediment, TDS,
radioactive elements, asbestos and herbicides.

• Brackish water spiral wound membrane
• Inlet sediment cartridge filter and housing
• Pressure gauges
• Conductivity sensor
• Product, concentrate and permeate variable area flow meter
• High pressure stainless steel pipe work (optional)
• Isolation ball valve and recovery regulating needle valve
• Containerised options are available on request
• Feed high pressure and CIP pumps (optional)
• Flushing solenoid valve
• Low and high pressure switches
• Low pressure PVC pipe work
• Antiscalant dosing (optional)
• Cleaning in place (CIP) tank and cartridge (optional)
• Low level, low pressure, high pressure alarm
• Electrical Control Panel with PLC or RO Controller
• Galvanised or stainless steel skid


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MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY

INDUSTRIES

RO/EDI SYSTEM
This system delivers superior Reverse Osmosis water
purification solutions for the most high end laboratories and
health care requirements.

KINETICO
TL SERIES

The Continental Water RO/EDI system uses resin in a single
bed configuration to deionise water. The deionisation process
significantly reduces the number of bacteria in the water, as the
electrodes that contact the resin create an electric potential that
the bacteria cannot live in. While the pH shift in the cells helps with
the removal of the SiO2 and CO2 and reduces bacterial growth.

COMMERCIAL MEMBRANE
SYSTEMS

• Resin is continually regenerated without chemicals
• Energy consumption is low saving you on energy bills
• Water quality is constantly maintained
• System designed to have various additional components based
on water purity needs and business growth
• Compact size for easy installation
• CO2 traps for the tank
• UV Oxidisation and disinfection
• Sterile environment
• Finest quality materials used in the manufacturing

WHAT IS THE EVERCLEAN
RINSE SYSTEM?

The TL Series from Kinetico is ideal for high quality
water solutions when space is at a premium and water
conservation is needed. The TL Series features Kinetico’s
patented EverClean rinse.

FEATURES

If your system has a raw water flush or no flush, dissolved
solids travel through the membrane when the system is
idle and appear in the product water upon start-up.
Accelerated membrane fouling also occurs, decreasing
membrane life and increasing maintenance costs.
Kinetico’s patented EverClean rinse eliminates the
potential for low quality start-up water and extends
membrane life. The EverClean rinse is standard on all
TL Series systems.

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22"

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INDUSTRIES

KINETICO
TL SERIES

THE
DESALINATION
PROCESS

TL SERIES FEATURES
• Extended membrane life
• Easily expanded
• EverClean rinse
• Variable recovery
• Compact design
• High permeate output
• Digital micro-processor controlled
• Quiet operation

DESALINATION REFERS TO ANY OF SEVERAL
PROCESSES THAT REMOVE SOME AMOUNT
OF SALT AND OTHER MINERALS FROM SALINE
WATER. MORE GENERALLY DESALINATION
,
MAY ALSO REFER TO THE REMOVAL OF
SALTS AND MINERALS.

PLANT SIZES
Specifications

TL 2000

TL 4000

TL 6000

TL 8000

System Size (wxdxh) cm

51x56x137

51x56x137

51x56x137

51x56x137

Membrane Type

TF Low Energy

TF Low Energy

TF Low Energy

TF Low Energy

EverClean Rinse

Standard

Standard

Standard

Standard

Power (voltage/hz)

230/60 – 230/50

230/60 – 230/50

230/60 – 230/50

230/60 – 230/50

Feed Pressure (psi/bar)

15-50 / 1 -3.4

15-50 / 1 -3.4

15-50 / 1 -3.4

15-50 / 1 -3.4

Operating Temperature °C

1.6 – 32.2

1.3 – 32.2

1.3 – 32.2

1.3 – 32.2

Inlet Flow Rate LPM*

10.4

20.8

31.4

41.6

Permeate Flow Rate LPM*

5.2

10.4

15.7

20.8

Reject Flow Rate LPM*

5.2

10.4

15.7

20.8

Rejection Rate

92%/98%

92%/98%

92%/98%

92%/98%

Daily Production LPD*

7,500

15,140

22,710

30,280

TDS (Max) as NaCL mg/L

3,000

3,000

3,000

3,000

Salt water is desalinated to produce fresh water suitable
for human consumption or irrigation. One by-product of
desalination is salt. Desalination is used on many seagoing
ships and submarines. Most of the modern interest in
desalination is focused on developing cost-effective ways
of providing fresh water for human use. Along with recycled
wastewater, this is one of the few rainfall-independent
water sources.
Large-scale desalination typically uses large amounts of
energy and specialised, expensive infrastructure, making
it more expensive than fresh water from conventional
sources, such as rivers or groundwater. Desalination is
particularly relevant to countries, such as Australia, which
traditionally have relied on collecting rainfall behind dams
to provide their drinking water supplies.

*Based in 24 hour operation, 25°C, 500 TDS feed, permeate to atmospheric tank, 50 psi (3.54 bar) inlet pressure

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Range of sizes from 7,500 to 30,000 litres per day of high
quality permeate water
• Low energy, high rejection membranes for colder water and or
lower pressure water line and drain
• Simple expansion any TL Series can grow to a 30,000 litres
per day as your business grows
• EverClean rinse cleans the membrane to protect water quality
and extend the life of the membrane
• Prefilter improves water feed quality by removing solids
• Digital micro-processor for automated control and precise
operation
• Panel mounted gauges for accurate pressure readings

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ACCESSORIES AND SYSTEM
EXTENSIONS
• Pre treatments
• Carbon Filtration for chlorine removal to extend membrane life
and improve water quality
• Filtration improves feed water quality by removing solids
• Softening increases Reverse Osmosis system performance
by eliminating hardness fouling to extend membrane life and
water quality
• Storage and repressurisation systems
• Systems which provide a constant supply and pressure of high
quality permeate water
• Standard Bladder Tank – sizes up to 300 litres
• Atmospheric Tank – sizes to suit most applications

CONTENTS

The traditional process used in these operations is
vacuum distillation – the boiling of water at less than
atmospheric pressure and thus a much lower temperature
than normal. Because of the reduced temperature,
energy is saved in the desalination process. The principal
competing processes use membranes to desalinate,
principally applying Reverse Osmosis technology.
Membrane processes use semipermeable membranes
and pressure to separate salts from water.
Reverse Osmosis plant membrane systems typically use
less energy than thermal distillation, which has led to a
reductionin overall desalination costs over the past decade.

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MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY

SEA WATER REVERSE
OSMOSIS
This is a membrane process which does not use heating
or phase changes. As a result energy requirements are low in
comparison to other processes of desalination. The procedure
of Reverse Osmosis in this instance produces drinking water
from sea water and utilises the following components: intake,
pre-treatment, high pressure pump, membrane assembly,
remineralisation and pH adjustment, disinfection and control panel.

SYSTEM FEATURES
• SWRO high quality membrane modules
• High pressure and CIP pumps
• CIP tank
• Automated control valves
• Skid mounted pre-filters
• PLC controlled with option of HMI, GSM dialler
or SCADA remote monitoring

Design: Membranes using Reverse Osmosis technology
to reduce high salt levels from sea water up to 99.7% to produce
highest quality permeate.
Configuration: Spiral wound membrane
Recovery: 50-85%
Operating pressure: 40 – 65 bar
Max operating temperature: 45°C
Membrane type: Polyamide thin-film composite
Membrane size: 4"and 8" (D) x 40" (L)
pH range (service mode): 2 – 11
pH range (cleaning mode): 1 – 13
Max feed SDI: 5
Max free chlorine concentration: <0.1 ppm

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Seawater spiral wound membrane
• Inlet sediment cartridge or bag filter with housing
• Pressure gauges
• Product, concentrate and permeate variable area flow meter
• Low pressure PVC pipe work
• Cleaning in place (CIP) tank and cartridge (optional)
• Low level, low pressure, high pressure alarm
• Electrical control panel with PLC or RO controller
• Containerised options are available upon request
• Feed, high pressure CIP pumps (optional)
• Flushing solenoid valve
• Low and high pressure switches
• Conductivity sensor
• Variable frequency drive for high pressure pump (option)
• High pressure stainless steel pipe work (optional)
• Antiscalant dosing unit (optional)
• Isolation ball valves and recovery regulating needle value
• Galvanised or stainless steel skid.


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MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY

DOLPHIN
DESALINATORS
SEAWATER MINI RANGE

BASIC AND YACHTY MODULAR
SERIES SIZES AND SPECIFICATIONS
Basic Series
Modular

Dolphin Desalinators are suitable for a number of applications
including on board vessels, resorts and remote communities.

Length
(mm)

Height
(mm)

Depth
(mm)

Inlet/Outlet
(mm)

Waste
(mm)

Electrical
Power (mm)

Flow Rate

DZRO-BA 25S-M

800

400

115

13

13

240VDC/50 Hz

30 l/hr

DZRO-BA40S-M

1100

400

115

13

13

240VDC/50 Hz

60 l/hr

DZRO-YA40S-M

1300

570

550

25/10

13

240VDC/50 Hz

60 l/hr

DZRO-YA40D-M

1300

570

550

25/10

13

240VDC/50 Hz

110 l/hr

DZRO-YA40T-M

1300

570

550

25/10

13

240VDC/50 Hz

160 l/hr

DZRO-YA40Q-M

Desalinators can be assembled as either a modular format,
where each component can be mounted individually within
the space requirements, or as a compact format, being one
complete fully assembled unit fitted to a frame. The units produce
fresh water for human consumption from a large range of raw
water qualities. Water produced is compliant with Australian
Drinking Water guideline standards of less than 500mg per litre
Total Dissolved Salts. (TDS)

1300

570

550

25/10

13

240VDC/50 Hz

210 l/hr

Yachty Series
Modular

We offer two systems to meet various requirements and
production needs.

BASIC SERIES

YACHTY COMPACT
SERIES SIZES AND SPECIFICATIONS

Designed to be economical and compact for small vessels and
campers. Manually operated this Reverse Osmosis system is not
suitable for 24/7 operation.

Basic Series
Modular

Length
(mm)

Height
(mm)

Depth
(mm)

Inlet/Outlet
(mm)

Waste
(mm)

Electrical
Power (mm)

Flow Rate

DZROYA40S-C

1300

570

550

25/10

13

240VDC/50Hz

60 l/hr

DZRO-YA40D-C

1300

570

550

25/10

13

240VDC/50Hz

110 l/hr

DZRO-YA40T-C

1300

570

550

25/10

13

240VDC/50Hz

160 l/hr

DZRO-YA40Q-C

1300

570

550

25/10

13

240VDC/50Hz

210 l/hr

Basic – 30 to 208 litres per hour

YACHTY SERIES
Suited for larger yachts and vessels that require a quality semi –
automatic desalinator and value for money.
Yachty 8,000 – 25,000 litres per day

SYSTEM FEATURES
• Frame mounted or modular (Yachty only)
• High pressure sea water Reverse Osmosis modules
• 316 SS fittings and marine grade hose
• PLC automatic controls (option)
• Pressure gauges and flow meters
• Pressure relief valve
• IP rated motor
• SS high pressure pump

Design: Reducing salt level and producing potable water
from sea water
Recovery: 20 – 45%
Inlet pressure: Minimum 2 bar for desalinators
without feed pump
Operating pressure: 50 – 65 bar depending on TDS
of seawater
Max operating temperature: 20 – 45%
Membrane type: Sea water element (SWRO)
Membrane size: 2.5" (D) X 21" or 40" (L)
pH range: 2 – 11
Max feed SDI: 5
Max operating pressure: 69 bar
Max free chlorine concentration: <0.1 ppm

Note: Larger Systems can be built with ability to produce up to 500,000 litres per day.

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Fresh water flushing (Yachty only)
• Sediment cartridge filter
• Feed water pressure gauge
• Low pressure switch
• High pressure pump
• High pressure FRP pressure vessel
• Recovery adjustment stainless steel 316 needle valve
• High pressure housing connection
• High pressure switch (not in Basic model)
• PLC control system or contactor relay (Basic)
• Multimedia filter (optional)
• Antiscalant dosing (optional)
• Permeate sample point
• Conductivity analyser (Yachty only)
• Three way dumping (Yachty only)

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ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

INDUSTRIES
ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

DEIONISATION

DEIONISATION IS THE
MOST EFFICIENT
PROCESS KNOWN FOR
REMOVING DISSOLVED
SALTS AND MINERALS
FROM WATER, THE
PROCESS REMOVES
THESE IMPURITIES
BY ION EXCHANGE.
Synthetic ion exchange resin with either hydrogen or
hydroxide ions, release their ions in exchange for the
positively charged cations or negatively charged anions
which may be present in the water supply. An efficient mixed
bed deioniser, combining both cation and anion resins, can
produce water that approaches the theoretical limits of
purity (18.24 megohm-cm resistivity at 25°C).
Mixed bed deionisation utilises only one ion exchange tank
with cation and anion exchange resin mixed to produce an
infinite number of separate ion exchange sites within the
single tank. Water quality from a mixed bed system is much
higher than separate bed, with 18 megohm-cm possible.
In many applications, the mixed bed deionisers are
preceded by separate bed deionisation units in order
to get large volumes of water from units.
In separate bed deionisation, dissolved cations are
removed by direction fed water through a bed of cation
exchange resins. The water flows through a bed of anion
exchange resin to remove the negatively charged fraction of
the dissolved solids in the water. Separate bed deionisation
can remove more than 99% of the dissolve ions in a water
supply, depending on the constituents of the water,
regenerant chemical type, and litres used. Product water
quality from separate bed deionisation systems is typically
within the 1 megohm-cm range, approximately 1 part
per million as CaCO3.
Continental Water can provide any number of systems to
meet your business needs. Our tanks are available in sizes
from 7 litres with a flow rate of 3LPM to 100 litres with a flow
rate of 100LPM. The larger systems can be also be arranged
in parallel to increase flow rates from 200LPM or more.
All of our systems are serviced every 90 days and full
installation and training is included as part of our Service
Deionisation program.

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ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
CASE STUDY

SYDNEY
WATER
SERVICE DEIONISATION
(SDI) IS A KEY PILLAR TO
CONTINENTAL WATER’S
BUSINESS – IN FACT WE
INTRODUCED THE SYSTEM
INTO AUSTRALIA 24
YEARS AGO.
Sydney Water approached Continental Water 10 years
ago with the brief of designing and installing a SDI system
to service their water testing laboratories based in North
Ryde. On a tour of the Sydney Water Laboratories, it
became very apparent that without a reliable system there
could be a very significant impact to water testing and
water quality across Sydney if problems were not identified
due to a laboratory water system failure.
The Sydney Water SDI system starts in the top level of
the building. Located with air conditioning ducts and
computer wiring is their five tank system. Various media

“

1
1. Water arrives for testing
2. DI – 5 tank filter system
3. Water Polisher in laboratory
4. Alarm in the laboratory
5. Sydney Water – equipment washing

fall below standard, an alarm activates in the laboratories
down stairs to alert staff who can then make a call to
organise a Service Technician to make a same day call.
Charlie Pierce, Laboratory Manager, Analytical Services
told us on our tour “the beauty of the system is that back
up water is stored in a 2,500 litre tank with a polishing
system to maintain Type II water in specific labs. The
drinking water schedule is not impacted prior to a service
call as we have this back up water until the Service
Technician arrives. And trust me, we know when there
is a problem with the system as the alarm is loud!”
2
3

4

5

The beauty of the system is that water is stored in a 2,500 litre
tank with a polishing system to maintain Type I water in specific
labs. The drinking water schedule is not impacted prior to
a service call as we have this back up water ready until the
Service Technician arrives. And trust me, we know when there
is a problem with the system as the alarm is loud!

are housed in each tank with a specific task. Initially, a five
micron filter removes suspended solids; once the water
passes through this it then goes to an activated carbon
tank which removes chlorine before it goes to a single bed
and then into mixed bed media tank containing DI resin
which removes the final impurities in the water
to generate Type II water.
The tanks generate 40,000 litres of water prior to
replacement tanks being installed by one of our NSW
Service Technicians. However, water quality is tested by
an in built monitor after tank five. If water quality should

”

Charlie Pierce Laboratory Manager, Analytical Services, Sydney Water

The high purity labs are equipped with Siemens Water
Polishers so that any requirement of their rigorous and
demanding drinking water schedule is met with the
combined system from washing equipment to micro testing.
The greatest benefit that Charlie was keen to reinforce is
that the Service Technicians and Administration Support
“are always there within hours of a service call being made”
and always have a solution to resolve any production
issues so that Sydney Water’s schedule is not impacted.

If you want to know more about Sydney Water
and their services visit www.sydneywater.com.au

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FAQ

ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

DEIONISATION APPLICATIONS

LABORATORIES AND
RESEARCH

HOW IS THE MEDIA
REGENERATED?
All exhausted deionisation resin media is regenerated with
a six-stage process including; separation, backwash,
chemical regeneration, rinse, mix, and fast rinse. Media
backwash removes fines and debris to media bed to
maximise capacity. Regeneration chemical quality
(hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide) is technical
grade or better to assure quality regeneration, and
minimise any contamination from the regeneration
chemicals. Rinse water is processed through regenerated
tanks until residual chemical is flushed from the system
as confirmed by conductivity measurement. All tanks are
thoroughly rinsed to quality specification before leaving
the regeneration facility and prior to activation on-site.

HOW DURABLE AND TRANSPORTABLE ARE THE TANKS?

COSMETIC AND
PHARMACEUTICAL

The tanks are designed for a maximum working
pressure of 860 kPa, hydrostatically tested at 2000 kPa
and de-rated for service to 340 kPa. Tanks are made of
fibreglass-reinforced polyester with a 2½" threaded top
opening. Upper and lower distribution system are of a slot
or mesh strainer design to provide even distribution of
water throughout the exchange column.

WHAT CONDITIONING MEDIA
DO YOU USE?

HOSPITALS AND INSTITUTIONS

Each tank contains around 6.5 litres of high-capacity,
40:60, strong acid cation to strong base anion mixed
bed resin. The media is solid, of uniform particle size
and contains no plates, shells, and agglomerates or
similar that might interfere with the normal function
of the water purification system.

LAUNDRIES

THE SYSTEM?
The system is quick and simple. Inlet and outlet ports
accept a ½" quick connect inert, double “O” ring sealed
adapter. Compression fittings and ferrules suitable for
use with ½" or ¾" high-pressure flexible LLDPE tubing are
used to interconnect pre filtration, deionisation and post
filtration stages and provide for easy replacement and
movement of the tanks.

IS THE WATER PRE TREATED
AND IF SO HOW?
The feedwater supply shall be pressure regulated to
a maximum 350 kPa and made available for connection
through a ¾" or ½" female thread ball valve. Prior to
entering the deionisation resin stages, the feedwater is
pre-treated by passage through a disposable nominal
5 micron filter element (blown polypropylene type) for
sediment removal. Filtered feedwater is then dechlorinated
by passage through a disposable activated carbon filter
element or tank. Both filter elements are contained in filter
housings rated for a maximum working pressure of
860 kPa and de-rated for routine operation to 350 kPa.
Filter housings are interconnected with a ¾" double
thread 3.5 litre per minute flow restrictor.

HOW IS POST FILTRATION
DONE?
Product water exiting the Deionisation system is filtered
to a nominal 1 micron using a disposable filter element
housed in a standard filter housing.

HOW OFTEN DOES MY SYSTEM
NEED TO BE SERVICED?
Filter elements are changed every 90 days (maximum)
or earlier if blockage occurs.

HOW EASY IS IT TO CONNECT

FOOD PROCESSING PLANTS

CAR WASHING

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ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURING

ENGINEERING

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WHY USE A DEIONISATION
SYSTEM AND SERVICE?

DEIONISATION PROCESS FLOW DIAGRAM
raw water
Ca, Mg Na

Exhausted DI cylinders are exchanged for fully regenerated
ones while the exhausted cylinders are regenerated at our
premises. A DI system delivers a quality end water product
economically and efficiently.

anions

A DI system removes the headache of worrying about;
• Operator Training
• No capital cost for cylinders
• No labour costs
• Less service down time to improve productivity
• Lower maintenance costs
• No dangerous regeneration chemicals or water on your site
• Varying options to suit different water types and needs.

cation
resin

resin

anion
resin

attracts cations
& exchanges
H + ions to the
water

resin
attracts anions
& exchanges
OH- ions to the
H + water

cation vessel

A DEIONISATION
SYSTEM DELIVERS
A HASSLE FREE,
CONSTANT SUPPLY
OF PURE WATER.

mixed resin
(cation &anion)
attracts the
ionic carry over
& exchanges
H + & OH- to the
pure water

H+ + OH-=
high quality
water

H+
ions w/anions

two column demineraliser

mixed
bed
resin

ultra
high quality
water

- minute ionic
carry over

anion vessel

two column demineraliser

mixed bed vessel

three column demineraliser

SDI SERIES SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Wall mount bracket, dual place
• 2 x HS-750-10APR filter housings
• 1 x PS-5-10 5µm pre-filter
• 1 x CSC-234-10 carbon filter
• 1 x MB007 mixed bed DI tank (worker)
• 1 x HyLite quality monitor

GUARANTEED.

• 1 x Tran Hylite power supply to suit
• 1 MB007 mixed bed DI tank (polisher)
• 1 only wall mount bracket, single place
• 1 x HS-750-10APR post-filter housing
• 1 x PS-1-10 1µm post filter
• 1 x WAV520 bench top mount

SDI – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS
SEPARATE AND MIXED BED

SAME DAY EMERGENCY
SERVICE OR NEXT DAY
STANDARD SERVICE

Model

Flow rate

Water Resistivity

Power

Service

Feedwater

SDI MB007

3 LPM

1.0MΩ/cm

240V/10A

90 days

40-60 psi

SDI MB012

4 LPM

1.0MΩ/cm

240V/10A

90 days

40-60 psi

SDI MB015

7.5 LPM

1.0MΩ/cm

240V/10A

90 days

40-60 psi

SDI MB022

11.7 LPM

1.0MΩ/cm

240V/10A

90 days

40-60 psi

SDI MB034

20 LPM

1.0MΩ/cm

240V/10A

90 days

40-60 psi

SDI MB060

30 LPM

1.0MΩ/cm

240V/10A

90 days

40-60 psi

SDI MB100

50 LPM

1.0MΩ/cm

240V/10A

90 days

40-60 psi

Model

Post Filter Installation
Specs WxDxH (mm)

600x300x550

400x180x500

250x180x500

600x300x550

400x180x500

250x180x500

SDI MB015

650x 210x1400

400x180x500

250x180x500

SDI MB022

620x 210x900

400x180x500

250x180x500

SDI MB034

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Pre Filters Installation
Specs WxDxH (mm)

SDI MB012

1034x300x1450

250x180x500

1200x350x1800

250x180x500

250x180x500

SDI MB100*

1200x350x1500

400x180x500

• ½" female thread ball valve adjacent
to installation site and within 0.5 metre
of pre-filter inlet. Inlet feedwater
pressure regulator (adjustable) fitted
to supply line

250x180x500

SDI MB060*

PLANT TANK
REGENERATION

Tanks Installations
Specs WxDxH (mm)

SDI MB007

AFFORDABLE RENTAL
SOLUTION

Sourced from INC PDF

In today’s world of increased environmental awareness and
sophistication in manufacturing more demands are made
on businesses. A deionisation system allows your business
to procure pure water without the significant set up, owning
and operating costs associated with a full pure water system.

C1, S04, C08, S102

250x180x500

• Drainage is not required, floor drain
and bunding near tank installation
is recommended for spillage control.

*Specifications are based on single tank in each combined system not on the entire system.

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INDUSTRIES

RECLAIM
SYSTEMS

WATER IS PERHAPS
OUR MOST PRECIOUS
RESOURCE, BUT IT
IS ALSO BECOMING
INCREASINGLY SCARCE
AND COSTLY
.
Consequently, there has never been so much attention
given to the responsible management of our water
resources. The requirement to provide an adequate supply
of safe, clean drinking water to the world’s ever growing
population is recognised globally as one of mankind’s
greatest challenges.
New approaches to water recycling, using technology
to harvest alternative water sources, are becoming
increasingly vital in the rural and manufacturing industries
to save water and costs.
Continental Water Systems offer a range of alternatives
to support your business in the management of water
recycling, harvesting and treatments.
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RAINWATER HARVESTING

RAINWATER
HARVESTING SYSTEM

RECLAIM SYSTEMS
APPLICATIONS

Rainwater harvesting involves the collection, storage and
distribution of rainwater from the roof or storm water, which,
depending on the type of filtration installed, can be utilised
either inside or outside of the building. In commercial
situations, rainwater is commonly used for cooling towers,
irrigation and ablution facilities. Residential applications are
predominantly for rainwater reuse in toilets, laundry and
drinking. Due to rainwater having a near neutral pH level,
treatment is generally simple and inexpensive.

BENEFITS

GOLF COURSES

• SS feed pump
• Polypropylene housing for media filtration
• S.S. UV disinfection system
• UPVC or ABS pipe work and valves
• PLC control with option of connection to local
BMS or GSM dialler
• Disinfection dosing or pH control options
• Water quality monitoring with alarms and control
• Town water by-pass facility
• Modular integration
• Media filtration (option)
• Activated carbon filter (option)

MUNICIPAL

RAINWATER HARVESTING PLANT SIZES
Size

Height

Inlet/Outlet

Electrical Power

Product Flow

1800mm

1208mm

50mm

127W

150 LPM

800mm

1900mm

1208mm

75mm

185W

300 LPM

450 LPM

IRRIGATION AND AGRICULTURE

Length

465mm

300 LPM

STORM WATER DRAINS

Width

150 LPM

550mm

2200mm

1208mm

80mm

370W

450 LPM

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS

Design: Removal of suspended solids, bacteria and viruses
from rainwater
UV Housing Material: Stainless steel and polyethylene
Inlet Pressure: <6.8 bar
Operating Pressure: 2 – 6.8 bar
Element: Polypropylene bag filter
Lamp type: 254 nm wave length UV lamp

VEHICLE WASH


• 5 µm polypropylene bag filter
• Pressure gauges for inlet and outlet of bag filters
• Sample tap after UV unit
• Bleeding valve for bag filter
• Hot deep galvanised or carbon steel epoxy coated skid
• RPZ valve for town water top-up (option)
• Feed water pumps (option)
• Flow totaliser and transmitter for disinfected water (option)

WATER CONSERVATION


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WASTEWATER REUSE

WASTEWATER REUSE
SYSTEM
Waste water reuse systems for grey water are typically
designed to improve the efficient use of water. The result is
reduced costs of water supplied and help to meet environmental
management demands of statutory authorities. Once treated,
the water can be used for a wide range of applications including
wash down facilities for cars, trucks, boats and trains; dust
suppression; process water; cooling towers; domestic recycling;
irrigation etc. The solution for each application is dependent on
the quality of the input water, the quality required for the treated
water and the situation of the plant.


BENEFITS
• Mono suction lift feed pump
• Backwash and recycle pump
• Automatic flocculant, caustic and polymer dosing system
• Conical clarification hopper
• Automatic de-sludging system
• Aeration system
• UPVC and ABS pipework and valves
• PLC control with option of connection to local
BMS or GSM dialler
• Disinfection dosing or pH control options
• Bunded chemical storage
• Water quality and monitoring with alarms and control (option)
• Rainwater and mains bypass facility (option)
• Modular integration (option)

Design: Sediment and colloids removal and disinfection
pH range: 6.5 – 9.0

SYSTEM INCLUSIONS
• Coagulant dosing unit
• Caustic dosing unit
• Cone bottom contact tank
• Multimedia filter
• Filter feed pump
• Recycle water transfer pump
• Sludge dump solenoid valve
• Flocculant dosing unit
• Sodium hypochlorite dosing unit
• Sludge pump
• Backwash pump
• Transfer pump
• ORP Analyser (optional)
• Different Sample Points

SKID SIZE
Size

Width

Height

Length

Inlet

Product

Electrical Power

Product Flow

1500-2500L/hr

2500mm

2500mm

3500mm

40mm

40mm

240 VAC Single Phase

1500-2500L/hr


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WATER OZONE SYSTEMS

INDUSTRIES
WATER OZONE SYSTEMS

OZONE
OZONE GENERATORS
REPRESENT POWERFUL,
CHEMICAL FREE
DISINFECTING SYSTEMS.
OZONE IS A NATURALLY
OCCURRING GAS
CREATED FROM
OXYGEN ATOMS WHEN
EXPOSED TO UV LIGHT
AND HV CORONA
DISCHARGE
Ozone is recognised by its distinct smell and was named
after the Greek verb ozein (to smell) and is the peculiar
odour after lightning storms. Ozone’s odour is sharp,
reminiscent of chlorine.
Ozone is a triatomic oxygen meaning it has three atoms of
oxygen bound together. The third molecule can detach and
apply itself to other chemicals or substances. This ability to
attach to other substances means the ozone is able to alter
these substances.
Ozone is more effective and faster acting than chlorine plus
it’s environmentally friendly as it’s naturally occurring. It can
not be stored. It is generated and used immediately.
Advances in electronics and science in the past decade
have made it possible for Continental Water to develop and
manufacture a range of modern, high performance Ozone
Generators for a wide range of applications and industries.

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CASE STUDY

EASTCOAST FOOD
AND BEVERAGE
COMPANY
COMPANY PROFILE

1

Peats Ridge is located an hour from Sydney on the Central
Coast hinterland. It is an area that has long been recognised
for production of citrus fruit and vegetables. In more recent
year’s spring water has become a thriving industry in the
area due to the abundance of spring water fed streams.

1. Bottling line
2. Water bubbling in the
storage tank.
3. Ozone Generator

One family that has been tapping into the areas abundance
of natural resources for three generations is the Lentini
family. Citrus farmers for 40 years; in 1998 the family
started the Eastcoast Food and Beverage Company and
today produce juices and spring water for national and
international markets. The Lentini family tap into the natural
resources around them, from their 22,000 citrus trees and
Spring Water from the Kulnura Plateau, to produce some of
the finest juices and waters on offer for end users.

“

INSTALLATION
Sam Lentini originally came to Continental Water
during the start-up stage of the Eastcoast Food and
Beverage business. The brief was simple – how do we
keep the spring water pristine and bacteria free just
prior to the bottling process.
“Given that the water is sourced from an underground
plateau we knew that the water would be free from above
ground containments such as bacteria, dissolved solids
and suspended solids. The challenge was to keep the
water’s purity once it was exposed above ground leading
up to the bottling process. We knew that as soon as it
went into a storage tank bacteria would be the problem”
said Peter Croft, Business Development Manager.
“Sam and I discussed this at length and I devised a
storage tank system which had to be custom built to work
in conjunction with the Ozone Generator.”
The system produces 100,000 litres per day to meet the
current production demands. Essentially water enters the
tank from the top and is drawn out of the base of the tank.
The ozone distribution system disperses the ozone equally
throughout the tank and the dissolved gas rises through
the incoming water. This counter current action provides

excellent contact of ozone through the water. An ozone
residual monitor continually checks and displays the
ozone level within the tank maintaining a constant
level at all times.
When Sam was asked how his experience with
Continental Water was, he told us “Continental Water was
very helpful in the start-up stage of Eastcoast Beverages.
We didn’t know much about the bottled water business
and Peter was very helpful in terms of his time and
advice. We designed the system together so we knew the
business was getting what it needed.”
15 years on, Sam has had to replace the original Ozone
Generator (after 8 years), the current model is still going
strong. The system is serviced by one of NSW Service
Technicians, Len Schuler, who specialises in the ozone
category. Regular services are scheduled and if the
system should fail same day service and loan equipment
can be organised to minimise production down time.

Given that the water is sourced from an underground
plateau we knew that the water would be free from above
ground containments such as bacteria, dissolved solids and
suspended solids. The challenge was to keep the water’s
purity once it was exposed above ground leading up to the
bottling process. We knew that as soon as it went into
a storage tank bacteria would be the problem

”

Peter Croft, CWS Business Development Manager.
2

3

It’s safe to say that today, Eastcoast Beverages are one of
the most successful beverage producers in the area and it
is reassuring for Continental Water to know that our ozone
system continues to meet their growing business needs.

If you want to learn more about the Eastcoast
Food and Beverage Company and their range
of water and juices visit www.ecfb.com.au.

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AIR OZONE SYSTEMS

AIR OZONE SYSTEMS

SERIES 3000

WATER OZONE APPLICATIONS

DESIGN
The Series 3000 comes in three sizes;
• Standard,
• Premium
• High Flow
They are one of the finest grade UV ozone generators on the
market, are Australian made and environmentally friendly.

FEATURES

HOSPITALITY AND
COMMERCIAL KITCHENS

• Freshens air
• Eliminates odour (cooking, smoking, pets, paint fumes,
water damage, decaying matter)
• Destroys airborne microbes
• Stop mildew growth
• Kills pathogens on food
• Stainless steel cabinet for easy cleaning
• Portable – move it where you need it
• 24 hour timer
• Analog bus for ozone monitoring and control

FOOD STORAGE AND FOOD
AND BEVERAGE PROCESSING

Code

WASTE AND GARBAGE
HOLDING AREA

Air Flow

Single lamp with
analog bus

Standard

3m3 /min

3210C

Double lamp
with analog bus

Standard

3110T

Single lamp with
built in timer

3210T
3610

AIR OZONE APPLICATIONS

Output
(g/hr)

Concentration
by weight

Ambient Air

ICE MAKING

Series

3110C

WATER PURIFICATION IN
PLACE OF CHEMICALS SUCH
AS CHLORINE

Description

Recommended
Room size

Power

AMPS

Specs
HxWxD(mm)

Kg

Ambient Air

1.5

0.05

50m3

48W

0.5A

220x 200x360

4.5

3m3 /min

4.0

0.05

70m3

75W

0.82A

220x 200x360

5.4

Premium

3m3 /min

1.5

0.05

50m3

50W

0.5A

220x 200x360

5.2

Double lamp
with built in timer

Premium

3m3 /min

4.0

0.05

70m3

80W

0.82A

220x 200x360

6.2

High flow, high
output double
lamp

High
Flow

6.57m3/min

2.7

0.05

150m3

125W

1A

220x 200x550

7

FLOOD AND FIRE
RESTORATION

BENEFITS
• A rapid, effective oxidant water treatment
• Hassle free as you don’t worry about handling, transport or dosing
• State of the art sanitising and disinfecting qualities
• Low maintenance and running costs
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AIR OZONE SYSTEMS

2400
DESIGN
A compact wall mounted system that kills bacteria which carries
diseases and causes odours. It is environmentally friendly as no
chemicals are used or stored; ideal for public bathrooms.

FEATURES
• Freshens air
• Eliminates odour (cooking, smoking, pets, paint fumes,
water damage, decaying matter)
• Destroys airborne microbes
• Stop mildew growth
• Kills pathogens on food
• Stainless steel cabinet for easy cleaning
• Portable – move it where you need it
• 24 hour timer
• Analog bus for ozone monitoring and control

Code

Series

Air Flow

Output
(g/hr)

AMPS

Specs
HxWxD (mm)

Weight

2400

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Description
Carona Discharge Ozone Generator 300mg/hrs

Standard

1.1m3 /min

0.3

0.45

340x160x120

1kg

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