Tips For Selecting The Valve For Industrial Water Recycling Systems

What Is An Industrial Water Recycling System?

Industrial water recycling system is a system used to treat and circulate water resources inside the industrial. It usually consists of water supply, water treatment, water recycling and wastewater treatment.

The main function of the industrial water recycling system is to treat and reuse used water to reduce the consumption of natural water resources and the impact on the environment. It can remove pollutants and impurities in water through filtration, sedimentation, degassing, disinfection and other treatment processes, so that the water can meet the standards for reuse.

Once the water is treated, it can be recirculated and used for different purposes in the industrial, such as cooling systems, cleaning equipment, fire suppression systems, etc. This reduces the need for fresh water and reduces water consumption and costs.

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Purpose Of Industrial Water Recycling System

● Manufacturing industrial

Manufacturing plants often require water for processes such as cooling, cleaning and lubrication. Water recycling systems can help these factories reduce the need for fresh water and improve water use efficiency.

● Food And Beverage Processing Plant

Food and beverage processing plants require large amounts of water to clean equipment, cool food and prepare products. Water recycling systems can help these factories reduce water consumption and ensure water quality meets food safety standards.

● Chemical Plant

Chemical plants often require water for processes such as reactions, cooling and washing. Water recycling systems can help these factories reduce the need for fresh water and treat and recycle wastewater to reduce environmental pollution.

● Power Plant

Power plants require large amounts of water to cool power generation equipment such as boilers and turbines. Water recycling systems can help power plants reduce their reliance on natural water resources and increase cooling rates.

● Textile Plant

Textile factories require large amounts of water to clean and dye textiles. Water recycling systems can help these factories reduce water consumption and treat and recycle wastewater to reduce environmental impact.

Why Do Water Recycling Systems Need Valves?

Valves play a role in controlling and regulating fluid flow in water recycling systems. Valves have many uses in industrial water recycling systems, mainly including the following five uses.

● Flow Control

Valves are used to control and regulate the flow of water. By opening or closing the valve, the inlet and outlet of water can be controlled, and the pressure and flow in the system can be adjusted to meet the requirements of the process or equipment.

● Pressure Regulation

Valves can be used to regulate pressure in water recycling systems. By adjusting the opening of the valve, the water pressure in the system can be increased or decreased to meet the water pressure requirements of the equipment or process.

● Backflow Prevention

A non-return device in the valve prevents water from flowing backwards through the system. When the water recycling system stops running, the check valve will close to prevent water from flowing back and avoid equipment damage or system chaos.

● Temperature Adjustment

Some valves can be used to regulate the temperature of the water. For example, a regulating valve can be used to adjust the temperature of cooling water to meet the water temperature requirements of the equipment or process.

● Emission Control

Valves can be used to control and regulate the discharge of wastewater or liquid waste. By opening or closing the discharge valve, the discharge rate and time of wastewater or waste liquid can be controlled to maintain system stability and cleanliness.

What Types Of Valves Can Be Used In Industrial Water Recycling Systems?

● Globe Valve

A globe valve is a valve used to completely open or close a fluid passage. High sealing performance, can effectively cut off fluid. Typically used as main inlet and outlet valves in industrial water recycling systems to completely close or open the system when required.

● Globe Control Valve

Regulating valves are used to regulate the flow and pressure of fluids. The valve opening can be adjusted as needed to achieve precise flow and pressure control. In industrial water recycling systems, regulating valves are often used to adjust the inlet and outlet flow to meet the water flow requirements of the equipment or process.

● Butterfly Valve

The butterfly valve consists of a disc and a rotating rod, which can control the flow of fluid by rotating the disc. It has simple structure, lightweight and easy operation. In industrial water recycling systems, butterfly valves are often used in large-diameter pipelines to control the flow and pressure of water.

● Ball Valve

A ball valve consists of a rotating ball and a hole. The flow of fluid can be controlled by rotating the ball. Quickly switches and shuts off fluid. It has simple structure and good sealing performance. In industrial water recycling systems, ball valves are often used in applications where water flow needs to be shut off quickly, such as for emergency shutdowns or maintenance.

● Check Valve

Check valves, also known as non-return valves, are used to prevent fluid from flowing backwards through a system. It can prevent fluid from flowing backward and maintain one-way flow.

In industrial water recycling systems, check valves are often used to prevent water flow from backflow or mixing and maintain system stability.

Tips For Selecting The Valve For Industrial Water Recycling System

● Fluid Properties

First, we must understand the properties of the fluid, including temperature, pressure, flow rate, corrosiveness of the medium, etc. These parameters will determine the material selection of the valve and the durability of the valve.

● Flow Range

Select the appropriate valve size and type based on the flow requirements of the system. If the flow rate is large, you can consider using large-diameter valves such as butterfly valves or ball valves.

● Pressure Requirements

Select the appropriate valve based on the pressure requirements of the system. Generally speaking, globe valves and regulating valves are suitable for higher pressure systems, while butterfly valves and ball valves are suitable for lower pressure systems.

● Control Method

Choose from manually operated or automatically controlled valves depending on your needs. Manual operation is suitable for simple control needs, while automatic control valves can be integrated with the system’s automation control system.

● Sealing Performance

The sealing performance of the valve directly affects the leakage rate of the system. Choose valves with good sealing properties to ensure system safety and efficiency.

To sum up, choosing a valve suitable for the industrial water recycling system requires comprehensive consideration of factors such as fluid properties, flow range, pressure requirements, control methods, sealing performance, maintenance and upkeep, and cost-effectiveness. If any help is needed, feel free to consult us at sales@covnaactuator.com