Summary
The SkimLoop oil water separator (OWS) from Ecologix Environmental Systems is an industrial-grade system designed to separate floating oils and solids from various process fluids like wash tanks, coolants, and other manufacturing fluids. It's a two-step process that uses both a skimmer and a separate tank.
Key Features and How It Works
The SkimLoop system operates on the principles of gravity flow and coalescence to achieve separation.
- Skimming: A patented floating suction skimmer removes the top oily layer from a source tank.
- Separation: The skimmed fluid is then pumped to the OWS tank. Inside the tank, a proprietary open channel platepack system separates the oils and solids.
- Collection and Return: The captured oil automatically drains to a separate collection drum. The now-clean fluid returns to the source tank by gravity.
Applications and Benefits
The SkimLoop separator is used in various industries, including manufacturing, automotive, and food processing, to treat wastewater contaminated with oils, fuels, and other hydrocarbons. Its benefits include:
- Cost Reduction: By extending the life of fluids and reducing waste volumes, it can significantly lower costs for fluid purchases and disposal.
- Environmental Compliance: It helps facilities meet environmental regulations for discharging wastewater by reducing tramp oils to less than 1% in a single pass.
- Improved Operations: In applications like parts washers and coolant systems, it can lead to cleaner parts, improved tool life, reduced bacteria levels, and a cleaner machine environment.
Installation and Specifications
The SkimLoop Oil Water Separator takes up very little floor space. The unit measures 48" wide x 14" deep x 24" tall. In most instances, the separator can be attached to existing parts washers or other structures.
Due to the nature of gravity discharge, the separator needs to be installed with the outlet port above the level of the fluid that it is cleaning. The standard suction skimmer requires an area of 12" x 12" x 18" deep within the source tank.
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