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Italian Minetek Evaporation System Package allows for cost-effective coal ash pond dewatering at Texas power plant
A power plant in Texas, USA faced the critical challenge of efficiently managing coal ash pond water levels. Effective dewatering of these ponds is essential 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 water management solution. By deploying two of Minetek’s mechanical evaporators, with a combined volume throughput of 270 m³/hour (1,200 GPM), Minetek provided a comprehensive water management system tailored to the power plant’s specific needs. This case study explores the implementation and impact of our evaporation technology at the power plant, highlighting the enhancements in operational efficiency and environmental stewardship achieved through our collaboration.
Localisation - Texas, USA
Industrie - Production d'électricité
Application – Déshydratation des bassins de cendres de charbon
Product – Water Evaporation System Package
Volume throughput – 270 m3/hour (1,200 GPM)
Brief
This USA utilities provider engaged Minetek to design and deploy an efficient solution for coal ash pond dewatering at their power plant in Texas, USA. 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 plant 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 plant 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 Water Evaporation System Package specifically designed for the coal ash pond dewatering needs of the power plant. These systems, with a combined volume throughput of 270 m³/hour (1,200 GPM), effectively managed the water levels in the coal ash ponds, significantly reducing water accumulation. The advanced evaporation technology provided a reliable and efficient solution, ensuring uninterrupted power generation operations and compliance with environmental regulations. Minetek’s evaporation systems not only enhanced operational efficiency but also supported our client’s commitment to sustainable and responsible power generation practices. The successful implementation at this power plant demonstrates Minetek’s expertise in delivering tailored and effective water management solutions for complex power generation environments.