Water Treatment Pilot Plant – HydraNexis HNX 07
The Water Treatment Pilot Plant ( ) is a comprehensive laboratory and pilot-scale system designed to demonstrate the three principal unit operations used in conventional water treatment: depth filtration, adsorption, and ion exchange. Made by Scientico India, ISO 9001:2015 certified, and supplied with a calibration certificate and operation manual.
Product Overview
The HydraNexis HNX 07 enables hands-on demonstration and analysis of multi-stage water treatment processes. Raw water is pumped from a dedicated supply unit into a gravel filter followed by a sand filter, where suspended solids are removed through depth filtration. Differential pressure across the filters allows observation of pressure loss and clogging behavior. In the second treatment stage, dissolved contaminants are removed through adsorption using activated carbon and aluminum oxide adsorbers. The treated water then passes into the ion exchange stage, where undesirable ions are removed. Initially, a cation exchanger is used for water softening, followed by a mixed-bed ion exchanger (cation and anion) for desalination. Raw and treated water are stored in separate tanks. The raw water tank can be aerated to ensure homogeneous mixing and to promote precipitation of dissolved substances such as iron, which can then be removed by filtration. A backwashing connection is provided for cleaning the sand filter.The system is fully instrumented with flow, pressure, differential pressure, conductivity, and temperature measurements. A PLC-controlled system with a touch panel enables real-time monitoring, control, and data visualization. Measured data can be transferred via USB to a PC for further analysis, with optional DAQ software support.Request Specifications & Pricing
model-specific, ISO 9001:2015 compliant. Supplied to universities and institutions in 30+ countries.
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| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Raw Water Pump | Max. Flow Rate: 25 m³/h; Max. Head: 20 m |
| Gravel, Sand Filters & Adsorbers | Inner Diameter: 150 mm; Height: 650 mm |
| Ion Exchange Tanks | Diameter: 240 mm; Height: 410 mm |
| Raw Water Tank | Capacity: ~180 L |
| Treated Water Tank | Capacity: ~180 L |
| Parameter | Range |
|---|---|
| Flow Rate | 0–1300 L/h |
| Pressure | 0–4 bar |
| Differential Pressure | 0–2.5 bar |
| Conductivity | 0–2000 μS/cm |
| Temperature | 0–100 °C |
Key Features
- Demonstrates three core water treatment unit operations in a single integrated system
- Modular design with gravel filter, sand filter, adsorbers, and ion exchangers
- Differential pressure measurement for filtration performance analysis
- Aerated raw water tank for enhanced mixing and oxidation
- Backwashing provision for sand filter maintenance
- PLC-controlled operation with touch screen interface
- Suitable for real-time monitoring and data analysis
Experiments & Learning Outcomes
- Understanding principles of depth filtration, adsorption, and ion exchange
- Observation and determination of pressure loss in depth filtration
- Plotting and interpretation of adsorption breakthrough curves
- Comparison of different adsorption media
- Study of water softening and desalination using ion exchange processes
Construction & System Design
The HydraNexis HNX 07 is constructed with industrial-grade components suitable for continuous laboratory operation. The plant is arranged as a compact, integrated system with clearly defined treatment stages. All relevant sampling points are accessible, enabling water quality analysis at each process step. The PLC-controlled automation ensures repeatable experiments and safe operation, making the unit suitable for teaching, research, and demonstration purposes.
Process Capabilities
- Depth filtration (gravel and sand filters)
- Adsorption (activated carbon and aluminum oxide)
- Ion exchange (cation exchanger and mixed-bed exchanger)
Control and Instrumentation
- PLC-based control system
- Touch panel HMI for operation and monitoring
- Measurement of flow rate, pressure, differential pressure, conductivity, and temperature after each treatment stage
- USB data transfer to PC
- Optional DAQ system with LABVIEW™-based software (HNX 07)
Scope of Delivery
- 1 × Water Treatment Pilot Plant (HNX 07)
- 1 × Packing unit of sand
- 1 × Packing unit of gravel
- 1 × Packing unit of aluminum oxide
- 1 × Packing unit of activated carbon
- 1 × Packing unit of cation resin
- 1 × Packing unit of anion resin
- 1 × Set of hoses
- 1 × Instruction manual
Applications
- Water treatment education and laboratory training
- Demonstration of conventional drinking water treatment processes
- Research on filtration efficiency, adsorption capacity, and ion exchange behavior
- Comparative studies of treatment media
- Pilot-scale evaluation of integrated water treatment systems
Q1. Which water treatment processes can be demonstrated using HNX 07?
Depth filtration, adsorption, and ion exchange.
Q2. Can adsorption media be compared experimentally?
Yes, the system allows comparison of activated carbon and aluminum oxide adsorbers.
Q3. Is automation included in the pilot plant?
Yes, the plant is PLC-controlled with a touch panel interface.
Q4. Can experimental data be exported to a computer?
Yes, data can be transferred via USB, and optional DAQ software is available.
Q5. Is the system suitable for international supply?
Yes, the HydraNexis HNX 07 is designed for export and global academic and research use.
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