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Italian Floating Water Evaporation System Package allows for effective coal ash pond dewatering at Queensland power station.
A utlities provider in Queensland, Australia, faced the challenge of efficiently managing coal ash pond water levels. Effective dewatering of these ponds is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and environmental compliance in the power generation industry. To address these challenges, our client partnered with Minetek to implement a robust and efficient solution. By deploying Floating Water Evaporation System Package with 2 x water evaporators with a throughput volume of 86 m³/hour (380 GPM), Minetek provided a tailored water management system designed to meet the power station’s specific needs. This case study explores the implementation and impact of our floating evaporation technology at the power plant highlighting the enhancements in operational efficiency and environmental stewardship achieved through our collaboration.
Location – Queensland, Australia
Industry – Power Generation
Application – Coal ash pond dewatering
Product – Twin Floating Water Evaporation System Package
Volume throughput – 86 m3/hour (380 GPM)
Brief
Our client engaged Minetek to design and deploy an effective solution for coal ash pond dewatering at their power station in Queensland, Australia. The objective was to manage the water levels in the coal ash ponds efficiently, ensuring uninterrupted power generation operations and compliance with environmental regulations.
Challenge
The site had faced significant challenges in managing the water levels within its coal ash ponds. Accumulated water in these ponds posed risks to operational efficiency and environmental compliance. Without an effective dewatering solution, the power station could experience operational delays, increased costs, and potential breaches of environmental standards. Our client needed a reliable and sustainable solution to handle the high volume of water in the coal ash ponds while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
Solution
Minetek supplied a Floating Water Evaporation System Package with twin water evaporators mounted on an engineered pontoon specifically designed for the coal ash pond dewatering needs of the site. This systems, with a combined volume throughput of 86 m³/hour (380 GPM), effectively managed the water levels in the coal ash ponds, significantly reducing water accumulation. The advanced floating evaporation technology provided a reliable and efficient solution, ensuring uninterrupted power generation operations and compliance with environmental regulations. Minetek's floating evaporation systems not only enhanced operational efficiency but also supported the client's commitment to sustainable and responsible power generation practices. The successful implementation at this power plant demonstrates Minetek's capability in delivering tailored and effective water management solutions for complex power generation environments.