Mining
Industrial filtration for mining water systems that need durable solids control for abrasive and variable water conditions.
When dealing with Mining, there are many water quality issues that must be addressed through filtration.
- Mining water systems can carry abrasive grit, sediment, suspended solids, and process debris.
- Solids can damage pumps, valves, heat exchangers, spray equipment, and process piping.
- Remote or harsh environments make frequent manual filter servicing difficult.
Conditions, Contaminants, and Considerations
Water sources may vary, but the primary water sources for Mining filtration are:
- Process water
- Intake water
- Pit water
- Recycled water
- Surface water
In this application, water is usually filtered within the 100-500 micron range to remove contaminants like:
- Grit
- Sand
- Suspended solids
- Scale
- Process debris
Due to these constraints, certain design considerations must be made to accommodate variables that can interfere with the filtration process. Factors such as Abrasiveness, Solids loading, Flow rate, Pressure, Micron rating, and Flush waste handling must be accounted for to ensure reliable and efficient water filtration.
Benefits
Filtering the water before industrial or commercial use:
- Protects critical equipment from abrasive solids.
- Supports automatic cleaning in high-solids industrial environments.
- Reduces maintenance burden compared with manual strainers.
Relevant FAQs
Does the filter waste a lot of water while cleaning itself?
No, because of how quickly the filter cleans itself. Typical backwash water volume is as little as 10 gallons.
