Specialist in the entire water treatment cycle
About Aquaplus STRONG ROOTS IN THE WATER SECTOR
Belgium based Aquaplus offers tailor-made solutions for all aspects of waste water treatment. Internationally, Aquaplus provides specialist consultancy and project management services for water utility companies and local partners to solve waste water problems. In Belgium, Aquaplus mainly has industrial clients from the food and beverages sector, the chemi-
Our specialisms, from small scale to complex, highly automated water treatment TOTAL SOLUTIONS FOR RURAL SANITATION
There is no “one size fits all” solution for water treat-
cals sector and the pharmaceutical industry for which, besides
ment issues. Every situation is unique. Thanks to our
design and engineering services, it also often provides com-
experience of waste water treatment projects in devel-
plete management of industrial waste water treatment.
oping regions, we are familiar with the specific requirements. The focus is on sustainable, efficient technology
In Aquafin, Aquaplus has a stable and well-respected parent
that enables the treated waste water to be recycled for
company behind it. The Flemish Government established
irrigation, for example. At local level, we seek the most
Aquafin in 1990 to further develop, operate and finance the
sustainable way of processing the sludge and exploit
waste water treatment infrastructure for households. Aquafin
the advantages of solar energy to the full.
currently has a portfolio of 1.3 billion euros worth of projects and manages 300 waste water treatment plants and almost 6,000 km of pipes in Flanders. The company has a rolling 20year management agreement with the Flemish Region.
IN RESPONSE TO YOUR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
ENERGY-EFFICIENT TECHNOLOGY FOR WATER TREATMENT
The biological water treatment process in a large-scale plant with nutrient removal is very energy-intensive. To remove nitrogen and phosphorus, the bacteria have
Aquaplus can count on Aquafin’s knowledge and expertise,
to be aerated and unaerated for alternate periods.
from design to optimisation, operation and maintenance to
With AquaNAV, Aquaplus offers a proven technology
audits of facilities and plants. On an international scale, the
in which a control algorithm tells the treatment plant
company has already worked successfully with international
exactly when aeration should start and stop for better
water companies and their partners in diverse countries in
effluent quality with the lowest possible energy con-
Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Naturally, we take the client’s
sumption. Aquafin developed this technology and has
requirements as our basis and incorporate them in the solu-
been using it successfully on its own plants for years.
tion offered - with the optimal outcome for the environment
We applied this technology also in large plants in
and local community.
China, in the Kunshan region. Aquaplus installed this waste water treatment energy navigator for two plants with a total capacity of 105,000 m2/day.
SUSTAINABLE AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR WASTE WATER TREATMENT
Innovation and research play a prominent role for the parent company Aquafin. One of the pillars of its research strategy is the recovery of energy and raw materials from the water treatment process. The company
constantly tests new technologies on the market and adopts the most beneficial in its own infrastructure. For example, Aquafin generates its own green electricity through the digestion of sludge, a by-product of waste water treatment, to produce biogas. We have also adopted technology for treating heavily polluted sludge water in a separate stream in an energy-efficient manner.
ASSET MANAGEMENT FOR THE WASTE WATER TREATMENT INFRASTRUCTURE
The infrastructure for collecting, transporting and treating waste water requires large-scale investment. Careful monitoring and adequate maintenance keep it
A solar-powered water pump enables farmers in a hilly region of Bangladesh to pump up more water for the irrigation of the crops on which their livelihoods depend. For this Young Water Solutions project, Aquafin employees provided technical advice to the local young people installing the pump.
in the best possible shape and extend its life considerably. Aquafin is ISO55001 certified for the way in which it manages its assets. Through smart and targeted use of the available resources, we keep the risks under control. With our LCA method (lifecycle analysis), we can also compare the environmental impact of various techniques over their entire lifecycle, from construction to the end of their lifespan. This allows our clients to make the most sustainable choices.
Aquaplus is developing an asset management plan for the entire treatment infrastructure operated by Haya Water in Muscat, Oman. Our operational experts have also trained Haya Water’s operators in the various aspects of water treatment.
In Gaborone, Botswana, Aquaplus has assisted the public corporation responsible for the drinking and waste water of Gaborone and the capital Francistown for three years now. There were already large treatment plants there, but process expertise was too limited to run them efficiently. Aquaplus provided consultancy services, trained the staff and introduced a maintenance methodology.
Belgian not-for-profit organisation Kitanda sought advice for its project in Kenya. Our specialists developed a solution for collecting, treating and recycling waste water for the “Ebenezer Life Centre” and surrounding communities in Ahero, Kisumu and Ayweyo. Six Aquafin employees travelled to the region with the organisation to lay the pipes and install the pumps.
Aquaplus, expert in solutions for all waste water issues on both large and small scale.
Our strengths • SPECIALIST IN THE ENTIRE WATER TREATMENT CYCLE • PROGRESSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS • OPERATIONAL EXPERTISE • RESPECT FOR THE LOCAL SITUATION AND POPULATION • STRICT CONTROL OF TIMING AND BUDGET MORE INFORMATION ON THE AQUAFIN GROUP:
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