Water Treatment for Food & Beverage Companies
Water is a critical factor in every aspect of the food and beverage industry. food & beverage industries are among the industries which require high-volume purified water, From cleaning process machinery to incorporation in food and beverage products, quality water is essential to efficient processing and manufacturing. depending on the type of process beverage companies have their standards in regard to the level of water purity required for the production of their soft drinks Since food and beverage products can affect the health of consumers, processing and distribution facilities are held to stringent standards for water quality. Also, used water that leaves food and beverage processing facilities must be treated before it is discharged to meet environmental regulations. Abrah co based on its own experience in water and wastewater treatment understands the specific needs of clients
Water Treatment in Food Industry
the key feature of water treatment in the food industry is to remove any presence of microorganisms. Since the product water has a direct effect on the taste of it and makes up the majority of the fluid in the food industry, Creating a proper taste and quality for water is essential and has a direct effect on the quality and taste of the final product. To avoid any sort of degradation, water in use for cooking or specifically applied to the food must be potable and of good quality. This involves the absence of dissolved minerals that make the water too hard or alter its taste.
Abrah's industrial water treatment systems can be incorporated into production processes to remove contaminants and provide a quality product. For high purity, water treatment further than that needed to meet potable water requirements is frequently required. To ensure ideal product quality and compliance with regulatory standards, it is essential to use reliable water treatment systems tailored to your particular application. We offer systems to help you recycle and reuse processed water, thereby enhancing system efficiency, reducing water emissions, and improving the overall sustainability of your operation
Water treatment in the food and beverage industry varies widely depending on the specific application. Some of the most useful water treatment methods include reverse osmosis, ultraviolet (UV) water treatment, filtration, and deionization.
Reverse Osmosis
Reverse osmosis is a water purification process that removes a variety of bacterial and chemical contaminants by using a semi-permeable membrane. Reverse osmosis systems work by applying immense pressure to drive water across a membrane while siphoning out impurities. Due to this immense pressure, impurities will arise and cause one side of the membrane to become more concentrated than the other. Only the ultra pure water is capable of passing through the membrane. The extremely fine holes of the membrane filter prevent large particles from passing through for purified, potable water that can be used for food and beverage products. Reverse osmosis is the foundation of water treatment process that is used in the beverage industry .
Ultraviolet Water Treatment
Ultraviolet water treatment purifies water by killing pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, and protozoa. While more traditional water treatment processes use harsh chemicals, UV systems allow for water purification without harsh substances. This improves the flavor and quality of the water and reduces the potential for chemical contamination of both end products and wastewater runoff.
Filtration
Filtration is a fundamental water treatment method that uses a variety of media to remove certain chemicals and solids from water prior to reverse osmosis, UV treatment, or deionization. It is ideal for water treatment plants in the food industry, which often treat wastewater from food processing that can contain a variety of solid and organic waste. Since filtration cannot remove inorganic solids, salts, or minerals, it is often used in conjunction with more thorough treatment processes.
Deionization
Deionization is a common water treatment process in industrial water purification systems. Water is passed through an electrically charged resin to remove unwanted minerals and ions, leaving pure water. It is a common means of removing calcium, iron, and other minerals for high-purity water that can be used in food and beverage processing and drinking water.