PECM Issue 17 2015 | Page 125

A 21st century solution The Mordor Intelligence study highlights the fact that a lot of 21st century biochemistry, such as pesticides and pharmaceutical products, in use today cannot be removed by 19th century filtration technology, leading to a need for new technology. At NCH Europe, we’ve invested a great deal of effort in developing an answer to the strain of modern chemistry that also dramatically reduces the cost of waste water management. Our waste water treatment solution, which comprises the BioAmp delivery system and the FreeFlow product, uses live, naturally occurring bacteria to break down fats, oils, greases, suspended solids and other contaminants in water. FreeFlow bacteria actually digest contaminants, unlike solvents and free enzyme products. With traditional treatments, most bacteria get flushed through the pre-treatment system before they even become active. FreeFlow bacteria are live and begin feeding and multiplying the instant they enter the waste water stream or drain system. By the time they are finished, the waste water you release into the local sewage system is cleaned – meaning dramatic reductions in those Waste Water Directive fees. The BioAmp delivery system enables companies to bring waste water treatment in-house, cutting cost of off-site treatment. Our computer controlled microbial fermentation units are installed on site and deliver a large amount of active bacteria directly into drains, grease traps, lift stations and more. effluent that is less harmful to the environment without costly off-site treatment. Something NCH Europe already has down to a fine art. While the study highlights developing a 21st century solution as an area of future opportunity, NCH Europe already has the answer to cost effectively, easily, and safely making waste water treatment a smoother process. Bilston West Midlands, WV14 0QL, Our solution generates an average of 30 per cent reduction is waste water costs. Facebook: www.facebook.com/ pages/ncheurope Ready for tomorrow Over 40 per cent of the report’s non-utility respondents believed that the water industry was not prepared to meet the financial needs of managing waste water, given increased urbanization and regulation. There is a clear need for long-term investment in wastewater treatment infrastructure. However, the immediate answer to managing the financial pressures lies in a smarter approach to waste water that enables companies to release For further information contact: Catriona Whitford, NCH Europe NCH House, Springvale Avenue, United Kingdom Telephone: +44 (0)1902 510254 www.ncheurope.com mailto:[email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/nch_europe LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/ company/nch-europe Mario Kelly, VP of the waste water Innovation Platform of global water, energy and maintenance solutions provider NCH Europe, takes a look at what is driving this growth and the key challenges the sector is facing.