When industrial processes such as semiconductor manufacturing use chemicals, the chemical waste needs to be treated before disposal. Chemical waste treatment can be handled on-site with an acid neutralization system or companies can use outside service providers to pick up the waste and properly dispose of it.
Modutek’s acid neutralization systems are designed for easy and flexible installation along with reliable operation and low chemical consumption. The systems make it easy for customers to avoid the costs of hiring disposal companies by treating chemical waste in-house. For many industrial processes, the chemical waste treated with an acid neutralization system is safe enough to drain into the local sewer system.
Continuous Flow Versus Batch Neutralization Systems
For most large industrial operations, a continuous flow acid neutralization system is the best solution. The waste chemicals from a process are produced continuously and they are automatically treated. A continuous flow of 5 to 100 gallons per minute (GPM) can be neutralized. Smaller industrial facilities often operate in batch mode where small quantities of used chemicals need to be disposed of. Modutek’s acid neutralization systems treat and neutralize chemicals using the continuous flow method.
Flexible Installation Means Modutek Systems Are Suited for Many Different Applications
To reduce chemical disposal via an outside service provider, an in-house neutralization system has to be flexible and easy to install. Cost-effective systems have to feature low chemical consumption for complete neutralization allowing disposal into a local sewer. Modutek’s acid neutralization systems satisfy these requirements and can save customers money by reducing chemical disposal costs.
Additional installation features for various service applications include the following:
- Indoor or outdoor installation
- Working volume up 4000 gallons
- 110% Secondary containment tank for extra safety
- Final discharge sample tank with pH probe and chart recorder for compliance purposes
- Acidic or alkaline chemical waste treatment in two or three stages
- Fully automatic operation with a touch screen monitor
- Unitized construction with larger systems skid-mounted
- Microprocessor-based pH controls with a comprehensive alarm system
Modutek’s acid neutralization systems are designed to fit into existing process lines with just a plumbing connection and electrical hookup. Once installed, the systems offer problem-free chemical waste neutralization and disposal.
Sensors, Meters, and Automation Help with Ease of Operation
Modutek acid neutralization systems are designed to work reliably in fully automated mode while sensing chemical waste composition and triggering alarms when key variables show abnormal values. Electronic chemical metering pumps supply the correct amounts of neutralizing chemicals while Signet pH probes and transmitters monitor the composition of the chemical waste. Signet paddle wheel flow sensors and signet 9900 flow meters/totalizers send their signals back to a PLC that controls alarms. The systems are designed to work independently while providing readouts for operators tracking the process. Chemical use, discharge pH, overall flow, and triggered alarms are recorded. Operators can make sure that discharged waste stays within the environmental regulatory framework and can use the recorded data to demonstrate compliance with proscribed values.
Modutek’s Expertise in Chemical Processing and Neutralization
By working closely with customers and industry partners, Modutek provides continuous innovative products to meet customer needs. Modutek has its own in-house expertise to evaluate specific applications and make recommendations. After identifying process requirements, Modutek can make suggestions and offer systems from its complete line of chemical handling equipment. For a free quote or consultation to discuss your chemical processing and neutralization requirements contact Modutek at 866-803-1533 or email modutek@modutek.com.
