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Water evaporation technology

The world's biggest, most efficient range of bespoke mechanical water evaporation solutions, designed to evaporate wastewater rapidly and sustainably while reducing risks and ensuring compliance.

Water management solutions.

Minetek’s evaporation technology has been engineered from the ground up using the first principles of fan engineering and airflow. Our mobile, flexible, and patented solutions have been scientifically proven in the most challenging industrial landscapes. They can process varying water qualities with with a broad range of pH and water quality levels.

Is there a proven alternative to a wastewater management plant?

Have you been looking for a wastewater management plant built as a turnkey solution that helps businesses avoid common challenges like long setup times, inconsistent performance and high maintenance demands? Minetek has you covered. We design customized wastewater removal solutions that simplify integration, enhance reliability and support industry-specific requirements. 

 

Quick answer: Yes, Minetek’s wastewater solutions can simplify your management needs.

Through automated controls and energy-efficient technology, our systems ensure businesses can manage wastewater without unnecessary downtime or resource strain. With a focus on simplicity, compliance and long-term cost savings, this turnkey alternative to a water management plant offers a smarter way to handle these industrial water processes. 

Here’s how it delivers efficiency at every stage.

 

#1: We reduce the time spent on setup.

When you’re considering wastewater management plant options, you may be worried about how long installation will take. 

Time matters when it comes to effective wastewater management. A compact and mobile alternative to a wastewater management plant can help businesses shorten installation timelines by arriving pre-engineered and ready for deployment. Its standardized design reduces on-site labor, while off-site manufacturing ensures that major components are tested before they reach the facility.

Instead of dealing with complex construction phases, companies receive a fully integrated system that is ready to function soon after delivery. 

Our evaporation solutions are designed with regulatory compliance in mind. 

You may be looking for proven technologies that support adherence to environmental standards. After all, the process of securing operational approvals is made easier when regulatory requirements are met from the start. However, you don’t necessarily have to turn to a water treatment plant to get this.

At Minetek, we offer wastewater management solutions that align with regulations while also adapting our services to site-specific needs and guidelines. Our goal is to reduce extra steps and potential delays so that businesses achieve regulatory compliance on schedule. 

 

#2: This wastewater management solution optimizes operational performance.

Automated controls can reshape how facilities handle wastewater, reducing manual tasks and promoting consistent outcomes. This alternative to a wastewater management plant can adjust operations as conditions change by closely tracking factors such as wind speed, water flow and water quality. 

This approach lowers the risk of errors while enhancing reliability. Because they require less hands-on monitoring, operations can dedicate staff and resources to other areas needing attention. 

At Minetek, we engineer these industrial wastewater solutions to align with industry standards from the outset, simplifying approval processes from the Department of Water Management and reducing administrative problems.

Energy efficiency is another major advantage. 

At Minetek, our advanced methods are built to minimize power consumption while preserving evaporation efficiency and maximizing the volume of water processed. Techniques like optimized aeration conserve energy and reduce overall costs. 

At Minetek, we integrate weather-based sensors that send timely alerts, allowing operators to ensure that the system always operates according to set parameters. This minimizes unexpected downtime and ensures that wastewater evaporation stays on schedule. 

With automated notifications and real-time monitoring, you can focus on sustained performance rather than worrying about sudden interruptions.

 

#3: Turnkey mobile wastewater management solutions are cost-effective.

Turnkey wastewater management solutions can help businesses reduce expenses and simplify operations, which you can’t always assure when you turn to a wastewater management plant. With a fully managed system being supplied from day one, these evaporator systems and wastewater solutions remove the need to design or engineer each step independently. 

Standardized equipment and a structured implementation plan keep upfront costs predictable while lowering long-term maintenance bills.

Comprehensive planning reduces complexity.

Every stage is mapped out in advance, from site evaluation to the installation of automated evaporation processes. Each component is carefully configured to work together, leading to efficient setup and smooth day-to-day performance. 

This coordination means businesses avoid the complications that come with juggling multiple vendors or constructing each part of the system on-site.

Minetek’s years of experience deliver results.

Beyond systems that can supplement or replace the need for waste water treatment, Minetek provides detailed commissioning services and training programs to ensure teams can operate and maintain the system effectively. This hands-on guidance reduces reliance on outside experts and allows businesses to maximize performance without having to rely on a wastewater management plant.

With over 150 years of combined expertise, we specialize in advanced solutions for air, water, and sound management. Our knowledge in these areas allows us to create systems that promote reliable, cost-effective operations. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What industries benefit most from wastewater evaporation systems?

Industries such as mining, oil and gas, power generation and waste management all benefit from wastewater evaporation technology. These sectors generate high-contaminant wastewater requiring effective management. 

Minetek’s mechanical wastewater evaporation system is engineered to handle the challenges of these industries, helping businesses comply with environmental regulations while optimizing water management strategies.

 

How does a floating water evaporator improve site water management?

Floating evaporation systems enhance site water management by reducing excess water volumes directly from ponds and storage areas. It operates without additional land use, lowers or eliminates pumping and transport costs and ensures environmental water compliance.

This floating water evaporator processes wastewater in its existing location, eliminating the need for costly pumping and transportation while maintaining water compliance solutions with environmental regulations. 

 

What factors influence the efficiency of wastewater evaporation?

Temperature and humidity can impact evaporation. However, Minetek’s advanced evaporator water systems are designed to operate efficiently in various conditions, delivering proven consistent results in all climates. Using proven engineering and real-world data, these systems offer a reliable wastewater management solution for industrial applications.

Minetek: Driving innovation in industrial water, air and sound management

Minetek is a leader in industrial solutions, delivering innovative and cost-effective technologies to sectors such as mining, oil and gas, and more. With over 600 successful projects in more than 30 countries, we understand the challenges businesses face in managing industrial processes. 

Whether it’s wastewater risk mitigation, wastewater removal, noise reduction or acid mine drainage management, we engineer systems that enhance efficiency without compromising performance.

Minetek is committed to delivering real-world solutions that make a measurable impact. Contact us today to learn how our technology can help your business operate smarter and more sustainably.

Maximum evaporation efficiency

Minetek can predict the efficiency of our evaporators in your specific operating climate with a site-specific analysis. Our modelling is based on specific data inputs such as humidity, rainfall, elevation, pan evaporation, Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), and temperature. This enables us to understand the evaporation rates we can achieve over 12 months in any specific climate conditions across the globe.

Environmental Management System (EMS)

Monitor and respond to environmental condition changes like humidity, rain, and wind in real time with Minetek’s EMS. Communicating wirelessly via a remote controller, our adaptable EMS system is governed by a weather station that optimises operation according to a broad range of adjustable parameters, including optimum sun-up/ downtimes, relative wind speed and direction, humidity and temperature, system water flow, and pressure.

Versatile evaporator applications

Explore a multitude of uses for Minetek's evaporator technology, from pit dewatering to zero liquid discharge solutions. Our innovative systems address water management needs across diverse industries, including tailings dams, mine closure, emergency response, acid water management, and more. With adaptable designs, they mitigate dam risks and suit any industrial organisation that manages wastewater.

Low Fouling Nozzles Specially designed for processing acid, caustic, high TDS and high TSS water, regardless of pH.
Construction Materials Able to withstand even the toughest conditions, choose from a broad range of proven construction materials to suit your application needs.
Water Rail Supplies huge volumes of wastewater through to nozzles for atomisation and evaporation.
Rapid Deployment Unparalleled mobility between ponds and sites provided by self-supporting lifting hooks and forklift pockets.
Compact & efficient With a small footprint, low power requirements and minimal moving parts, our evaporators provide unparalled ROI through reduced operating and maintainence costs.
Low Fouling Nozzles Specially designed for processing acid, caustic, high TDS and high TSS water, regardless of pH.
Rapid Deployment Unparalleled mobility between ponds and sites provided by self-supporting lifting hooks and forklift pockets.
Construction Materials Able to withstand even the toughest conditions, choose from a broad range of proven construction materials to suit your application needs.
Compact & efficient With a small footprint, low power requirements and minimal moving parts, our evaporators provide unparalled ROI through reduced operating and maintainence costs.
Water Rail Supplies huge volumes of wastewater through to nozzles for atomisation and evaporation.

Proven success in the most challenging landscapes

From the cold of Alaska to the burning heat of the Sahara, Minetek’s water evaporation technology is utilised by regulatory authorities, governments and the world’s leading mining, oil & gas and industrial companies.

Our systems boast a broad range of volume capacity, operating in excess of 2,160 m3/hour, with low maintenance and 24/7 automated operation. Our environmentally sustainable solutions offer rapid deployment and proven performance in all climates, featuring unit angle adjusters, low-fowling stainless steel nozzles, stainless steel filter systems and the ability to process water with high TDS and TSS. Delivered and installed globally, our mobile and modular systems require minimal footprint and power, with a fully integrated Environmental Management System (EMS) that monitors and responds to changes in environmental conditions in real time.

High-pressure atomising stainless steel nozzles

Low fouling spiral water fracturing nozzles engineered to evaporate water with high TDS and TSS.

Broad range of volume capacity

Minetek’s evaporation systems operate and process in excess of 2,160 m3/hour and are not susceptible to changes in feed water quality.

24/7 automated system operation

Monitoring and responding to changes in environmental conditions in real-time using the Minetek Environment Management Solution (EMS) allows operators to stay ahead of the curve with fully automated operation.

Turnkey installation & commissioning

Minetek offer a total turnkey package solution for customers who prefer to have the entire project, designed, engineered and managed from start to finish. This includes an initial site assessment, through to a fully energised and automated evaporation system. Minetek is also able to provide commissioning & training.

How it works

Minetek’s evaporators enhance natural evaporation to effectively process produced water. Our patented designed evaporators fracture liquid into atomised droplets, elevating them into the atmosphere.

Evaporation technology

Minetek’s evaporators are 10X more cost effective than traditional water management solutions

Considering the CAPEX & OPEX costs mechanical evaporation in comparison to water treatment, sprinklers irrigators, new dam construction, water haulage and water pumping, Minetek’s mechanical evaporation solutions are 10X more cost effective.

Filter system reduces maintenance requirements

Minetek’s stainless steel filter system is adaptable to any setup and prevents nozzle ring blockages. Designed for seamless operation, it allows cleaning without system shutdown, complemented by automated alerts for maintenance, integrated into the EMS system.

Applications

Water management applications

Minetek's evaporators cater to a diverse array of industries involved in water management, including mining, oil & gas, municipal sectors, waste management, and industrial settings. Our versatile water management solutions can be seamlessly integrated across various industries and applications to effectively address water management challenges.

Testimonials

What our customers have to say...

Good product with great service leads to a great outcome. My dealings with Minetek Water and their supply and service of evaporator fans was one of high quality. I installed 10 evaporator fans on climate control to maximize efficiency and the results were incredible. From the first meeting through to commissioning nothing was a problem for the Minetek Water team. I would highly recommend this product to anyone with water disposal issues.

Coal Handling & Preparation Plant (CHPP) Manager

Our evaporators are still performing flawlessly and working absolutely great. They have been running 24/7 without a single hiccup. Thanks again!

Process Maintenance Planning Manager

We found the Minetek Water team listened and supported our situation with helpful guidance and advice to layout the evaporator pipework maximizing their efficiency. I would highly recommend the units to others needing a cost effective solution to excess water.”

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