A gold and silver mining manufacturer faced buildup issues inside their equipment due to sediment and byproducts accumulating in the cooling tower basin. While a filter was in place, increasing water flow demands required an upgrade. However, most suitable filters were either too costly or too large for the system.
The manufacturer needed a cost-effective solution with a limited capital investment. The Dual VelRay X met the needs of the mining operation by efficiently handling high volumes of water with abrasive waste in a compact footprint. Capable of processing up to 800 gallons per minute in just 16 square feet, the Dual VelRay X provided a large capacity while saving valuable space. This capability helped reduce downtime for equipment repairs and significantly extended the lifespan of the machine’s pump seal.
Impact
- Achieved a total reduction in equipment downtime with minimal capital investment.
- Enabled effective cleaning of the cooling tower basin using a side stream of 200-400 gallons per minute (GPM).
- Ensured full flow filtration from the cooling tower, providing 20-micron filtration to equipment at 650 GPM.
- Created new opportunities for water recycling and reuse, contributing to more sustainable operations.
