Wasser 3.0 PE-X®
Partner(s)/Owner(s): Wasser 3.0 gGmbH
Brief Description:
Standard particle elimination technologies such as membrane filtration, hydro cyclone, or sand traps can be applied for microplastic removal. However, these approaches are costly, energy-intensive and demanding to maintain, and they do not tackle the complexity or build a sustainable process surrounding. Additionally, microplastic pollution comprises a range of polymers with different properties and surface chemistries, which makes it challenging to select suitable flocculants. Wasser 3.0 PE-X® is a novel approach based on a combination of physical agglomeration and water-induced chemical fixation. It provides fast and strong particle growth and forms stable agglomerates. Wasser 3.0 PE-X® requires 20% lower CapEx than mainstream alternatives (e.g., filtration-based methods, electrocoagulation, hydro cyclones) and up to 75% less operational costs. In addition, 100% of the removed waste can be reused, which increases the contribution to resource conservation and at the same time creates a new secondary source of income across the value chain. Additional savings are realized through reductions in energy, chemical and water consumption; waste-as-resource approach & circular economy (for water, chemicals, removal products), maintenance, and operational costs.
Problem:
Microplastic pollution in water systems poses a growing environmental and health threat. Traditional methods for detecting and quantifying microplastics are often complex, time-consuming, and lack precision, hindering effective monitoring and management efforts. This makes it difficult to assess the true extent of microplastic contamination and develop targeted mitigation strategies.
Furthermore, removing microplastics from wastewater streams presents a significant challenge. Conventional filtration systems may not effectively capture these tiny particles, allowing them to enter natural water bodies and potentially harm aquatic life and ecosystems.
Finally, the lack of sustainable disposal options for collected microplastics contributes to the growing problem of plastic waste.
Solution:
Traditional microplastic removal technologies are costly, energy-intensive, and complex. Wasser 3.0 PE-X® offers a novel approach, combining physical agglomeration and chemical fixation for rapid particle growth. With 20% lower CapEx and up to 75% lower OpEx than alternatives, it enables 100% waste reuse, creating new revenue streams and reducing resource consumption. Wasser 3.0 PE-X® uses fluorescent dyes and Clump & Skim Technology for efficient microplastic detection and removal across polymer types, offering a cost-effective, energy-efficient, and sustainable alternative.
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