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Effluent management for a metal finishing industry aiming zero discharge conditions

  • Istanbul Technical University

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Abstract

Technical applicability of zero discharge conditions is evaluated for the specific case of a large metal finishing industry located within the protection zone of a surface water body designated as a potential source for domestic water supply. Within the context of a sound water management strategy, a detailed process profile of the plant is established with relevant balance between water demand and wastewater generation. Quality restrictions for various water uses are identified. Wastewater flows are segregated depending on significant quality parameters. A comprehensive treatment scheme is defined for optimum wastewater recycle and reuse. Source allocation is made for the reuse of different streams of recycled wastewater. The study indicates that wastewater reuse can only be implemented with an efficiency of around 85-90% for the selected industry.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1793-1806
Number of pages14
JournalJournal of Environmental Science and Health - Part A Toxic/Hazardous Substances and Environmental Engineering
Volume41
Issue number9
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Sept 2006

Funding

This project was sponsored by Uzel Machinery Industry as an Istanbul Technical University Development Fund Project (Project No: 2001/01/23).

FundersFunder number
Istanbul Technical University Development Fund Project2001/01/23

    UN SDGs

    This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

    1. SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation
      SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation
    2. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
      SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
    3. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
      SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

    Keywords

    • Effluent management
    • Industrial pollution
    • Metal finishing industry
    • Reuse
    • Wastewater recycle
    • Zero discharge

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