Power Generation
High-flow self-cleaning filtration for power generation cooling and utility water systems where equipment protection is critical.
When dealing with Power Generation, there are many water quality issues that must be addressed through filtration.
- Power generation facilities can draw water containing debris, scale, silt, and biological material.
- Solids can foul cooling systems, heat exchangers, strainers, pumps, and turbine support equipment.
- Continuous operations need filtration that reduces manual maintenance and supports uptime.
Conditions, Contaminants, and Considerations
Water sources may vary, but the primary water sources for Power Generation filtration are:
- Cooling water
- River water
- Lake water
- Makeup water
- Process water
In this application, water is usually filtered within the 100-1000 micron range to remove contaminants like:
- Debris
- Scale
- Silt
- Biological material
- Corrosion products
Due to these constraints, certain design considerations must be made to accommodate variables that can interfere with the filtration process. Factors such as High-flow requirements, Source water variability, Solids loading, Micron rating, Pressure availability, and Flush discharge must be accounted for to ensure reliable and efficient water filtration.
Benefits
Filtering the water before industrial or commercial use:
- Protects cooling systems and plant utility equipment.
- Supports high-flow filtration with automatic cleaning.
- Reduces fouling that can affect heat-transfer performance.
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.
