In clarifier maintenance the problem for a Utility Operator is often the cleaning of Algae in the Launder. A few of the issues include: Safety of workers in slippery troughs. Spray Systems that increase the cost of maintenance and power. And for some, home made brush solutions that are less effective. EPCO Australia is proud […]
The QUU Oxley Creek Sewage Treatment Plant is the second largest sewage treatment plant in Queensland. The Brisbane flood of 2011 caused $32 million worth of damage forcing part of the plant offline but due to industrial and residential growth in the area Queensland Urban Utilities is investing $15 million to bring those facilities back […]
In general 2014 was a year of solid project activity and strong international growth for EPCO – we have successfully undertaken projects in Adelaide, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Central Queensland, North Queensland and Papua New Guinea. We have continued to strengthen our relationship with existing clients such as Oil Search, Stirloch and Oaky Creek Mine as […]
The ultra-filtration plant is housed in a standard 20′ shipping container. Effluent from the main plant is diverted from existing irrigation tanks to a closed loop filtration process where it is pumped through a membrane module under controlled conditions. The resultant filtrate is monitored for turbidity and sterilised with both ultraviolet light and traditional chlorination before […]
The control of infestations of Water Hyacinth, Alligator Weed and Giant Parramatta Weed had been an ongoing problem for Hunter Water at the intake to their Balickera Canal Pump Station. Continuous regulated treatment of the weeds with herbicides had been carried out, but removal of the weeds from the water flow posed a health and […]
Masig Island (Yorke Island) is a coral cay situated in the Torres Strait at the top end of the Great Barrier Reef surrounded by pristine aquamarine seas, rich in marine life. The sea has always been integral to the way of life of the Masig islanders. Commercial mackerel fishing, prawning and crayfishing is undertaken and […]
It is often the case in high population growth areas that residential developments encroach on existing wastewater treatment plants. Many of these plants have been in operation for over 20 years and utilize outdated technology. Increased inflows to the plant due to the increase in population growth can lead to problems such as high odour […]
Aeration equipment is vital to the biological operation of aerobic wastewater purification processes. Aeration introduces oxygen into the treatment process which is essential in sustaining the beneficial bacteria that consume the pollutants in the wastewater. If you have a requirement for reliable, energy efficient aeration, then the solution may be the EEE High Speed Floating […]
A recent site visit to the Burpengary Wastewater Treatment Plant to inspect existing clarifiers revealed that they required upgrading in order to meet current Health & Safety standards. All clarifier bridges are required to have obstruction sensing devices installed in front of the bridge access ladders and the leading wheel on each wheeled support carriage. […]
By now you may have received a brochure from The Queensland Department of Environment and Heritage Protection announcing changes to compliance and monitoring of environmental standards. Do you know what your compliance obligations are? Does your process and equipment meet those obligations? The department is changing the way it regulates by: Upgrading systems to increase […]
