60m³/H Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Project Case

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60m³/H Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Project Case

29 December, 2025

1. Case Basic Information

1.1 Company Overview

Hella Water Treatment Equipment Technology Co., Ltd. is a professional water treatment solution provider specializing in R&D, production, and sales of industrial, agricultural, commercial, and household water treatment equipment. The company offers one-stop services covering reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, desalination, and ultrapure water systems, holding multiple international certifications including ISO 9001, CE, NSF, FDA, and RoHS. It has established long-term cooperative partnerships with renowned enterprises such as TSINGTAO Brewery, SIEMENS, and GEELY. For more product categories, visit [water treatment product].

1.2 Project Background

This project targets an industrial scenario (e.g., food & beverage, pharmaceutical, or electronic manufacturing) requiring stable supply of high-purity water with a capacity of 60m³ per hour. The raw water contains excessive dissolved salts, heavy metals, and organic impurities, which fail to meet the production process requirements. Reverse osmosis (RO) technology is adopted to achieve deep purification, ensuring the treated water complies with industry-specific quality standards.

1.3 Raw Water Quality Data

The following table presents the tested raw water parameters, which serve as the core basis for formulating the RO treatment solution:

Parameter	Value	Unit
pH	7.2-7.8	pH
Conductivity	480-550	μS/cm
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)	350-420	mg/L
Turbidity	<3.0	NTU
Total Suspended Solids (TSS)	<8	mg/L
Total Organic Carbon (TOC)	0.6-0.8	mg/L
Heavy Metals (Pb, As)	<0.05	mg/L
Silica (SiO₂)	85-95	mg/L

2. Core Pain Points and Requirements of the Project

2.1 Raw Water Quality Pain Points

Excessive Dissolved Salts: TDS content of 350-420 mg/L and high conductivity may cause scaling in production equipment and affect product quality.
Organic and Heavy Metal Contamination: Presence of TOC and heavy metals (Pb, As) poses risks to product safety, especially for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.
Silica Scaling Risk: High silica content (85-95 mg/L) can form insoluble deposits on RO membranes, reducing system efficiency and lifespan.
Turbidity and Suspended Solids: Untreated turbidity and TSS may cause membrane fouling, increasing maintenance costs.

2.2 Produced Water Quality Requirements

Basic Purity Indicators: TDS ≤10 mg/L, conductivity ≤20 μS/cm, turbidity ≤0.1 NTU, meeting industrial high-purity water standards.
Contaminant Removal: Heavy metal removal rate ≥99.5%, organic matter (TOC) <0.2 mg/L, bacteria and virus removal rate ≥99.99%.
Special Industry Standards: Compliant with GB 5749-2022 (drinking water) or GMP (pharmaceutical) requirements based on application scenarios.
Stability: Water quality fluctuation ≤±3% during continuous operation to ensure consistent production processes.

2.3 Project Scale and Operation Requirements

Output Capacity: Stable water production of 60m³/H, supporting 24/7 continuous operation.
Automation Level: Fully automatic control with real-time monitoring of key parameters (TDS, pressure, flow rate) and automatic alarm for abnormalities.
Energy Efficiency: Low energy consumption design, with operating power matching industry advanced levels.
Maintenance Convenience: Easy-to-replace consumables and remote technical support for troubleshooting.

3. Hella Water Customized Solutions

3.1 System Model and Core Configuration

Hella Water provides the HLRO-60T Reverse Osmosis System as the core equipment, combined with pretreatment and post-treatment modules to ensure water quality and system stability. The specific configuration is as follows:

No.	Part Name	Description
1	High-Pressure Pump	SUS304 material, flow rate=80m³/H, head=1.8MPa, power=45kW
2	RO Membrane Elements	4040 type, 24 pieces, aromatic polyamide material, desalination rate≥99.5%
3	Membrane Pressure Vessel	304 stainless steel, 8 pieces (3 membranes per vessel)
4	Pretreatment System	Quartz sand filter + activated carbon filter + precision filter (5μm)
5	Dosing System	Scale inhibitor and bactericide dosing, preventing membrane scaling and contamination
6	Control Cabinet	PLC integrated control, supporting automatic start/stop and backwashing
7	Monitoring Instruments	TDS meter, flow meter, pressure gauge (raw water, concentrated water, produced water)
8	Post-Treatment Module	Optional UV disinfection or EDI system for ultrapure water upgrade
9	Pipes and Valves	Food-grade UPVC and 304 stainless steel, corrosion-resistant

For more details on industrial RO systems, visit [reverse osmosis].

3.2 Key Technical Parameters of HLRO-60T

Parameter	Specification
Water Output Capacity	60 m³/H (25℃, standard working conditions)
Desalination Rate	≥99.5% (for new membranes)
Operating Pressure	1.2-1.8 MPa
Recovery Rate	75-80%
Power Supply	380V 50Hz 3-phase
Operating Temperature	5-45℃
Inlet Water Requirement	TDS<1000 μS/cm, turbidity<3 NTU
System Dimensions (L×W×H)	4500×1800×2200 mm

3.3 Process Design

3.3.1 Pretreatment Process

Quartz Sand Filter: Removes large suspended solids and reduces turbidity to <1 NTU, protecting subsequent filters.
Activated Carbon Filter: Adsorbs organic matter, residual chlorine, and odors, extending RO membrane lifespan.
Precision Filter (5μm): Captures fine impurities, preventing membrane puncture and fouling.
Dosing System: Adds scale inhibitor to prevent calcium carbonate and silica scaling, and bactericide to control microorganisms. For dosing system products, see [chemical dosing system].

3.3.2 Core RO Process

Adopts single-stage RO design with 24 membrane elements arranged in 8 pressure vessels (3 elements per vessel) to ensure stable desalination and output.
Equipped with automatic backwashing and chemical cleaning functions to remove membrane fouling and maintain system efficiency.

3.3.3 Post-Treatment Options

UV Disinfection: Wavelength 254nm, sterilization rate ≥99.99%, suitable for food and beverage or drinking water scenarios.
EDI Upgrade: For ultrapure water 需求 (e.g., electronic or pharmaceutical industries), achieving conductivity ≤18.2 MΩ・cm. For ultrapure water solutions, visit [ultrapure water system].

4. Project Effect Verification

4.1 Produced Water Quality Test Results

After treatment by the HLRO-60T system, the produced water fully meets the preset requirements, with key indicators as follows:

Parameter	Raw Water Value	Produced Water Value	Unit
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)	350-420	≤10	mg/L
Conductivity	480-550	≤20	μS/cm
Turbidity	<3.0	≤0.1	NTU
Total Organic Carbon (TOC)	0.6-0.8	<0.2	mg/L
Heavy Metals (Pb, As)	<0.05	<0.001	mg/L
Bacteria Removal Rate	–	≥99.99%	–
Desalination Rate	–	≥99.5%	–

4.2 System Operation Performance

Stability: Continuous 72-hour operation test shows water output fluctuation ≤±2%, system pressure difference stable at <0.08 MPa, no membrane fouling.
Energy Efficiency: Operating power is 45kW, with energy consumption per cubic meter of water ≤0.75 kWh, reaching industry advanced level.
Automation: Automatic start/stop, backwashing, and alarm functions reduce manual intervention; key parameters are displayed in real-time for easy monitoring.

4.3 Customer Verification and Certifications

Application Cases: The system has been successfully applied in food processing plants and electronic component manufacturing, with customer satisfaction ≥96%.
Certifications: The product complies with ISO 9001 quality management system, CE safety standard, and NSF water safety certification, meeting international trade requirements. For commercial water treatment applications, visit [commercial water filter].

5. Quotation Description of Corresponding Products

5.1 Main Equipment (HLRO-60T Reverse Osmosis System) Quotation

Item	Model	Qty	Unit Price (USD)	Total Price (USD)	Description
60m³/H Reverse Osmosis System	HLRO-60T	1	32,800	32,800	Includes pretreatment, RO host, control system, and international standard packaging

Note: The above price is EXW (Ex Works) price, based on 380V/3P/50Hz power supply (customizable for other voltages).

5.2 Optional Upgrade Modules Quotation

Upgrade Module	Specification	Unit Price (USD)	Description
UV Disinfection System	Wavelength 254nm, flow rate 60m³/H	1,200	Ensures microbial safety, suitable for food and beverage industry
EDI Ultrapure Water Module	Conductivity ≤18.2 MΩ·cm	8,500	Meets ultrapure water needs for electronic, pharmaceutical industries
Automatic Chemical Cleaning System	Compatible with HLRO-60T	2,800	Reduces manual maintenance workload, extends membrane lifespan

For reverse osmosis-based pure water systems, visit [reverse osmosis].

5.3 Payment Terms & Lead Time

Term Type	Details
Payment Term	T/T (Telegraphic Transfer): 50% deposit for production, 50% balance paid before shipment
Lead Time	15-20 days from receipt of deposit (customized systems may take longer)
Packaging	International transportation standard packaging (anti-collision, moisture-proof)
Shipping Terms	EXW, FOB, CIF optional (quotation adjusted based on terms)

6. Common Questions (FAQ)

6.1 Maintenance and Consumables

Q1: How often should RO membranes and pretreatment consumables be replaced?A1: RO membranes have a service life of 2-3 years (depending on raw water quality); precision filter cartridges (5μm) need replacement every 3-6 months, and activated carbon filter media every 12 months. For replacement parts, visit [accessory supporting equipment].

Q2: What is the frequency of chemical cleaning for the RO system?A2: It is recommended to perform chemical cleaning every 3-6 months. The frequency may increase if raw water turbidity or TOC is higher than normal, using specialized RO cleaning agents (citric acid for inorganic fouling, alkaline cleaners for organic fouling).

6.2 Warranty and After-Sales Service

Q1: What is the warranty period of the HLRO-60T system?A1: The warranty period is 12 months from the date of delivery. Within the warranty period, free repair or replacement of parts is provided for non-human-induced failures (following the user manual).

Q2: Is remote technical support available?A2: Yes, 7×24 hours online technical support is provided, including operation guidance, parameter adjustment, and troubleshooting via video calls or technical documents.

6.3 Installation and Operation

Q1: Does Hella Water provide on-site installation services?A1: Yes. On-site installation and commissioning services are available, with the customer bearing engineers’ travel, accommodation, and labor costs. A detailed installation manual is provided for self-installation if preferred.

Q2: What preparations are needed before installation?A2: The customer needs to prepare a flat installation site (≥5m×2m), stable power supply (380V 3-phase), raw water inlet pipeline, and drainage system, and ensure the site meets environmental requirements (temperature 5-45℃, no corrosive gas).

6.4 Water Quality and System Performance

Q1: How to verify if the produced water meets the required standards?A1: Hella Water provides a TDS test pen and operation manual for on-site testing. Third-party testing is also supported, and the company can assist with acceptance if needed (costs borne by the customer for non-warranty services).

Q2: What should be done if the system’s water output decreases or TDS increases?A2: First check if pretreatment consumables need replacement; if not, perform chemical cleaning of the RO membrane. Contact technical support if the issue persists, and engineers will provide targeted solutions.

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