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Coagulant Dose

Online automatic coagulation control systems utilising UV-Vis spectroscopy are the most advanced coagulation control systems available. By utilising absorption at multiple wavelengths, the nature of the natural organic matter (NOM) can be determined in real-time and the appropriate coagulant dose output, whether that be alum, ferric or any other coagulant.

NOM characterisation enables a better understanding of whether the organics in the raw water are hydrophobic or hydrophilic, and an indication of their molecular weight.

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Compass Automatic Coagulation Control (for water treatment works)

An online automatic coagulation control system to minimise filtered water turbidity breakthrough, ensure maximum organics removal and optimise coagulant dosing.

Compass Automatic Coagulation Control (for wastewater treatment works)

The online coagulation control system for optimising coagulant dosing whilst maximising phosphorus removal.

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