Pacific Water Technology

Leaders in water filters, water treatment and reverse osmosis.

INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS

A wide range of water filters and water treatment solutions for potable and wastewater including packaged reverse osmosis plants, membrane bioreactor (MBR) ultrafiltration, chemical dosing and ion exchange technology using synthetic adsorbents.
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COMMERCIAL SOLUTIONS

Domestic water filtration and purification for providing safe, contaminant-free and great tasting water. This includes residential reverse osmosis systems, ultrafiltration, and alkaline water purification systems. We also offer whole house water purification and water filtration systems that can treat different sources of water including bore and rainwater.
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RURAL/RESIDENTIAL SOLUTIONS

We offer bespoke solutions for membrane filtration (Reverse Osmosis and Ultrafiltration), ion exchange for water softening to prevent scaling and limescale, UV and ozone disinfection for allergen-free water sanitation and water treatment.
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Ozone (O3) is a natural gas that is comprised of 3 oxygen atoms bonded together to form the ozone molecule. Ozone is produced when energy from UV light or electrical discharge breaks the O2 molecule (oxygen’s natural state is to exist as two oxygen atoms bonded together – O2) into single oxygen atoms that combine with other O2 molecules to form O3 molecules – Ozone.

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  • Kills bacteria and viruses
  • Leaves surfaces clean and safe
  • Safe to use
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Try our ozone disinfection solutions for chemical-free water purification

Ozone (O3) is a natural gas that is comprised of 3 oxygen atoms bonded together to form the ozone molecule. Ozone is produced when energy from UV light or electrical discharge breaks the O2 molecule (oxygen’s natural state is to exist as two oxygen atoms bonded together – O2) into single oxygen atoms that combine with other O2 molecules to form O3 molecules – Ozone.

Put an end to COVID-19 with our long-lasting antimicrobial solution

Reassure your customers that your business is clean, hygienic and safe. Our EnduroKleen bundles allow you to clean, test and confirm that your workplace surfaces are free of harmful viruses and bacteria. AVAILABLE IN 5L AND 20L CONTAINERS

  • Kills bacteria and viruses
  • Leaves surfaces clean and safe
  • Safe to use
  • Long-life protection

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Water testing is a vital component in determining the type of treatment that will be required; once we know what type of contaminants are in the water, we’ll be able to design a water filtration system that will be right for you.

Products and Services Offered by Pacific Water Technology

Water is a resource that is essential for human survival. Unfortunately, contaminants like bacteria, viruses, minerals, and chemicals frequently degrade the quality of water that is made available for human use. Systems for filtering and purifying water are useful in this situation. By removing impurities, these systems can help make water safe for drinking and other applications. Below we explore different kinds of water filters and purification systems, as well as their uses, advantages, and disadvantages.

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Commercial Water Filters

Commercial water filters are developed to suit the demands of organisations and sectors that need a constant, clean supply of pure water. These filters are frequently used in hospitals, the food and beverage industry, and other contexts involving large volumes of water.

The carbon filter is a popular commercial water filter type that employs activated carbon to purify water. Chlorine, sediment, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can alter the flavour and odour of water can be effectively removed by carbon filters. Various types of activated carbon can be used to optimise the removal of specific contaminants , such as granular coconut shell activated carbon ( removal of chlorine  or oxidisers), or Bituminous activated carbon used typically for reduction of organics in water.

Reverse osmosis (RO) systems, which use a semipermeable membrane to remove dissolved particles from water, are another type of commercial water filter. Heavy metals like lead and mercury, as well as minerals like salt, chloride, and fluoride, can be effectively removed by RO systems. However, installing and maintaining RO systems can be expensive, and the filtration process itself can result in significant water waste.  There are other membrane  systems , such as Nanofiltration, Ultrafiltration and Microfiltration, which can provide more cost effective solutions.  VPMF( Variable Pore Micro Filtration  Technology ) is leading edge technology that can deal with poor water quality and high turbidity water, without the drawbacks of membrane fouling.

Ion exchange systems provide a highly effective way of removing dissolved and ionised impurities in water. The more well know ion exchange resin  is a cation resin that is used for  softening water and reducing the permanent hardness metals calcium and magnesium. A mixture of cation and anion resins can be used to deionise water and remove all dissolved impurities.

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Ozone Disinfection

Ozone gas is used in the water ozone disinfection process to destroy bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. Ozone can be used as a gas to remove odours or toxic  flue gases  from production plants such as pet food plants.  Ozone can also be used in water treatment by dissolving the ozone via a venturi or compatible sparger in liquids. An efficient disinfectant, ozone is a potent oxidising agent that can decompose organic waste and eliminate bacteria. Ozone is frequently used in water treatment facilities as a pre-treatment step to clean the water of colour, taste, and odour before it receives further treatment. Compared to conventional disinfection techniques like chlorination, ozone disinfection offers a number of benefits. For instance, it does not leave a lingering taste or odour in the water or produce any toxic byproducts. Protozoa and viruses among other aquatic pathogens can be effectively inactivated by ozone.

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Water Desalination

Desalination of water is the process of removing salt and other minerals from brackish or seawater to create pure water fit for industrial, agricultural, and human consumption. Via physical or chemical means, salt and other minerals are removed from water during the desalination process.

Thermal distillation and membrane procedures are the two basic categories of desalination processes. In thermal distillation, seawater is heated to create steam that is then condensed to produce fresh water. Although this process is costly and energy-intensive, it successfully produces high-quality freshwater. On the other hand, semi-permeable membranes are used in membrane processes to extract salt and other minerals from the water.

The most widely used membrane technology for desalinating water is reverse osmosis (RO). RO involves applying high pressure to a semi-permeable membrane to pass water molecules through while keeping salt and other impurities from the seawater. The concentrated brine solution is then collected on one side of the membrane, and the purified water is collected on the other.

There are several crucial steps in the RO process. To start, suspended solids and big particles are removed from the seawater during pre-treatment. This pre-treatment may involve techniques including filtration, sedimentation, and chlorination. The semi-permeable membrane is then driven through by applying pressure to the seawater. Typically, cellulose acetate or thin film composite (TFC) are employed as the membrane materials in RO. These materials resist corrosion and fouling, two factors that might lessen the desalination process’ efficiency.

Two streams of water are created by the RO process: concentrated brine and cleansed water. For delivery to users, the filtered water is gathered and kept in a separate tank. The concentrated brine, which has significant salt and mineral content, is often dumped into the sea or into evaporation ponds. Brine disposal can have an adverse effect on the environment, especially if the concentrated solution is released in a region with poor water circulation or high levels of biological activity.

The quality of the salt water, the layout of the membrane system, and system upkeep are only a few of the variables that affect how effective the RO process is. Location, season, and weather all have an impact on the quality of the seawater. By clogging the membranes or lowering the quality of the purified water, contaminants like algae, bacteria, and organic debris can lessen the effectiveness of the RO process. To guarantee optimum performance and longevity, the membrane system must undergo regular maintenance and cleaning.

Although RO is the most used way of desalinating water, other membrane processes including nanofiltration (NF) and ultrafiltration can also be utilised (UF). These processes remove bigger particles including viruses, germs, and some chemical molecules by employing membranes with wider pores than those found in RO.

Desalination of water is essential for giving areas with water contamination or scarcity difficulties a reliable source of freshwater. For areas with scarce freshwater resources, such as coastal or dry areas, desalination might be especially crucial. Desalination has been increasingly popular recently, especially in the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia.

Desalination does, however, also have an effect on the environment through energy use, glasshouse gas emissions, and waste disposal. Desalination plants can use a lot of energy to run, especially if thermal distillation is used. The production of desalination energy using fossil fuels may increase glasshouse gas emissions and accelerate climate change. Brine disposal can have an adverse effect on the environment, especially if the concentrated solution is released in a region with poor water circulation or high levels of biological activity. Hence, it’s crucial to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of desalination and take other options into consideration.

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Water Filtration Systems

Water filtration systems come in a variety of sizes and types and are intended for both household and commercial use. A water filtration system’s main purpose is to clean the water of pollutants so that it is safe to drink.

The whole-house filter is one form of water filtration system that is installed at the point where water enters the house or structure. Whole-house filters can purify water by removing sediment, chlorine, and other contaminants, which enhances the water’s flavour and odour. Also, they help shield piping and equipment from deterioration brought on by mineral accumulation.

The countertop filter, which is mounted on a kitchen or bathroom sink, is another form of water filtration system. Countertop filters may remove chlorine, sediment, and other impurities from water and are inexpensive and simple to install. When it comes to cleaning heavy metals and other impurities however, they might not be as efficient as other types of filters.

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Water Purification Systems

To make water safe for consumption, contaminants must be removed. This process is known as water purification. Reverse osmosis, distillation, and ultraviolet (UV) radiation are a few techniques for cleaning water.

Boiling water produces steam that is later condensed back into liquid during the distillation process. With the help of this procedure, water that is unsafe for drinking is cleaned of minerals, bacteria, and other pollutants. However, distillation can be costly and time-consuming, and it might not be as good at getting rid of some impurities as other techniques.

A semipermeable membrane is used in the reverse osmosis (RO) technique to extract dissolved particles from water. RO systems are very good at purifying water of contaminants such as heavy metals, minerals, and other impurities. The RO systems for residential and commercial use are modular or skid mounted and are easy to install. The RO systems are designed to suit the raw water parameters, and may include multiple pre-filtration steps to protect the RO membrane from fouling.

Another technique for sanitising  water is UV disinfection, which entails exposing the water to ultraviolet light. Bacteria and other potentially harmful microbes are inactivated during this process. It is important to have various filtration steps  before UV disinfection, in order to improve the UV transmission into the aqueous media. Unlike chemical  disinfection like for instance using chlorine, UV disinfection does not provide any residual or long lasting protection.

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Water Softening

Calcium, magnesium, and other metal ions are taken out of hard water as part of the water-softening process. A number of issues, such as scale accumulation in pipes, decreased soap effectiveness, and discoloured surfaces, can be brought on by hard water. Water softeners, which work by exchanging calcium and magnesium ions with sodium ions, are used to soften water.

Ion exchange and salt-free water softeners are the two basic varieties. The most popular kind of water softener uses resin beads to convert calcium and magnesium ions into sodium ions. Salt or potassium chloride is periodically used to renew the resin beads.

Contrarily, salt-free water softeners use a variety of methods, such as template-assisted crystallisation or magnetic fields, to stop the calcium and magnesium ions from forming scale rather than ion exchange.

Water softeners have a number of advantages, including increased plumbing and appliance longevity, lower soap and cleaning expense, and softer and brighter clothes. It is crucial to remember that people on low-sodium diets may have a problem with excessive salt intake. Water softeners also need routine upkeep and salt or potassium chloride refills.

The quality and effectiveness of water consumption in homes and businesses can be considerably enhanced by water softening, which is a frequent treatment for hard water issues.

Commercial Water Filters

Commercial water filters are developed to suit the demands of organisations and sectors that need a constant, clean supply of pure water. These filters are frequently used in hospitals, the food and beverage industry, and other contexts involving large volumes of water.

The carbon filter is a popular commercial water filter type that employs activated carbon to purify water. Chlorine, sediment, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can alter the flavour and odour of water can be effectively removed by carbon filters. Various types of activated carbon can be used to optimise the removal of specific contaminants , such as granular coconut shell activated carbon ( removal of chlorine  or oxidisers), or Bituminous activated carbon used typically for reduction of organics in water.

Reverse osmosis (RO) systems, which use a semipermeable membrane to remove dissolved particles from water, are another type of commercial water filter. Heavy metals like lead and mercury, as well as minerals like salt, chloride, and fluoride, can be effectively removed by RO systems. However, installing and maintaining RO systems can be expensive, and the filtration process itself can result in significant water waste.  There are other membrane  systems , such as Nanofiltration, Ultrafiltration and Microfiltration, which can provide more cost effective solutions.  VPMF( Variable Pore Micro Filtration  Technology ) is leading edge technology that can deal with poor water quality and high turbidity water, without the drawbacks of membrane fouling.

Ion exchange systems provide a highly effective way of removing dissolved and ionised impurities in water. The more well know ion exchange resin  is a cation resin that is used for  softening water and reducing the permanent hardness metals calcium and magnesium. A mixture of cation and anion resins can be used to deionise water and remove all dissolved impurities.

Ozone Disinfection

Ozone gas is used in the water ozone disinfection process to destroy bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. Ozone can be used as a gas to remove odours or toxic  flue gases  from production plants such as pet food plants.  Ozone can also be used in water treatment by dissolving the ozone via a venturi or compatible sparger in liquids. An efficient disinfectant, ozone is a potent oxidising agent that can decompose organic waste and eliminate bacteria. Ozone is frequently used in water treatment facilities as a pre-treatment step to clean the water of colour, taste, and odour before it receives further treatment. Compared to conventional disinfection techniques like chlorination, ozone disinfection offers a number of benefits. For instance, it does not leave a lingering taste or odour in the water or produce any toxic byproducts. Protozoa and viruses among other aquatic pathogens can be effectively inactivated by ozone.

Water Desalination

Desalination of water is the process of removing salt and other minerals from brackish or seawater to create pure water fit for industrial, agricultural, and human consumption. Via physical or chemical means, salt and other minerals are removed from water during the desalination process.

Thermal distillation and membrane procedures are the two basic categories of desalination processes. In thermal distillation, seawater is heated to create steam that is then condensed to produce fresh water. Although this process is costly and energy-intensive, it successfully produces high-quality freshwater. On the other hand, semi-permeable membranes are used in membrane processes to extract salt and other minerals from the water.

The most widely used membrane technology for desalinating water is reverse osmosis (RO). RO involves applying high pressure to a semi-permeable membrane to pass water molecules through while keeping salt and other impurities from the seawater. The concentrated brine solution is then collected on one side of the membrane, and the purified water is collected on the other.

There are several crucial steps in the RO process. To start, suspended solids and big particles are removed from the seawater during pre-treatment. This pre-treatment may involve techniques including filtration, sedimentation, and chlorination. The semi-permeable membrane is then driven through by applying pressure to the seawater. Typically, cellulose acetate or thin film composite (TFC) are employed as the membrane materials in RO. These materials resist corrosion and fouling, two factors that might lessen the desalination process’ efficiency.

Two streams of water are created by the RO process: concentrated brine and cleansed water. For delivery to users, the filtered water is gathered and kept in a separate tank. The concentrated brine, which has significant salt and mineral content, is often dumped into the sea or into evaporation ponds. Brine disposal can have an adverse effect on the environment, especially if the concentrated solution is released in a region with poor water circulation or high levels of biological activity.

The quality of the salt water, the layout of the membrane system, and system upkeep are only a few of the variables that affect how effective the RO process is. Location, season, and weather all have an impact on the quality of the seawater. By clogging the membranes or lowering the quality of the purified water, contaminants like algae, bacteria, and organic debris can lessen the effectiveness of the RO process. To guarantee optimum performance and longevity, the membrane system must undergo regular maintenance and cleaning.

Although RO is the most used way of desalinating water, other membrane processes including nanofiltration (NF) and ultrafiltration can also be utilised (UF). These processes remove bigger particles including viruses, germs, and some chemical molecules by employing membranes with wider pores than those found in RO.

Desalination of water is essential for giving areas with water contamination or scarcity difficulties a reliable source of freshwater. For areas with scarce freshwater resources, such as coastal or dry areas, desalination might be especially crucial. Desalination has been increasingly popular recently, especially in the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia.

Desalination does, however, also have an effect on the environment through energy use, glasshouse gas emissions, and waste disposal. Desalination plants can use a lot of energy to run, especially if thermal distillation is used. The production of desalination energy using fossil fuels may increase glasshouse gas emissions and accelerate climate change. Brine disposal can have an adverse effect on the environment, especially if the concentrated solution is released in a region with poor water circulation or high levels of biological activity. Hence, it’s crucial to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of desalination and take other options into consideration.

Water Filtration Systems

Water filtration systems come in a variety of sizes and types and are intended for both household and commercial use. A water filtration system’s main purpose is to clean the water of pollutants so that it is safe to drink.

The whole-house filter is one form of water filtration system that is installed at the point where water enters the house or structure. Whole-house filters can purify water by removing sediment, chlorine, and other contaminants, which enhances the water’s flavour and odour. Also, they help shield piping and equipment from deterioration brought on by mineral accumulation.

The countertop filter, which is mounted on a kitchen or bathroom sink, is another form of water filtration system. Countertop filters may remove chlorine, sediment, and other impurities from water and are inexpensive and simple to install. When it comes to cleaning heavy metals and other impurities however, they might not be as efficient as other types of filters.

Water Purification Systems

To make water safe for consumption, contaminants must be removed. This process is known as water purification. Reverse osmosis, distillation, and ultraviolet (UV) radiation are a few techniques for cleaning water.

Boiling water produces steam that is later condensed back into liquid during the distillation process. With the help of this procedure, water that is unsafe for drinking is cleaned of minerals, bacteria, and other pollutants. However, distillation can be costly and time-consuming, and it might not be as good at getting rid of some impurities as other techniques.

A semipermeable membrane is used in the reverse osmosis (RO) technique to extract dissolved particles from water. RO systems are very good at purifying water of contaminants such as heavy metals, minerals, and other impurities. The RO systems for residential and commercial use are modular or skid mounted and are easy to install. The RO systems are designed to suit the raw water parameters, and may include multiple pre-filtration steps to protect the RO membrane from fouling.

Another technique for sanitising  water is UV disinfection, which entails exposing the water to ultraviolet light. Bacteria and other potentially harmful microbes are inactivated during this process. It is important to have various filtration steps  before UV disinfection, in order to improve the UV transmission into the aqueous media. Unlike chemical  disinfection like for instance using chlorine, UV disinfection does not provide any residual or long lasting protection.

Water Softening

Calcium, magnesium, and other metal ions are taken out of hard water as part of the water-softening process. A number of issues, such as scale accumulation in pipes, decreased soap effectiveness, and discoloured surfaces, can be brought on by hard water. Water softeners, which work by exchanging calcium and magnesium ions with sodium ions, are used to soften water.

Ion exchange and salt-free water softeners are the two basic varieties. The most popular kind of water softener uses resin beads to convert calcium and magnesium ions into sodium ions. Salt or potassium chloride is periodically used to renew the resin beads.

Contrarily, salt-free water softeners use a variety of methods, such as template-assisted crystallisation or magnetic fields, to stop the calcium and magnesium ions from forming scale rather than ion exchange.

Water softeners have a number of advantages, including increased plumbing and appliance longevity, lower soap and cleaning expense, and softer and brighter clothes. It is crucial to remember that people on low-sodium diets may have a problem with excessive salt intake. Water softeners also need routine upkeep and salt or potassium chloride refills.

The quality and effectiveness of water consumption in homes and businesses can be considerably enhanced by water softening, which is a frequent treatment for hard water issues.