Ageing effluent treatment infrastructure in a manufacturing environment can lead to higher operational costs, increased energy consumption and decreased treatment effectiveness.
Sherwin-Williams is a global paint and coatings manufacturer with a UK production facility in South Yorkshire.
The company’s effluent treatment system was nearing the end of its natural life, suffering frequent breakdowns and performance issues with variations in the effluent being treated. It also did not have sufficient capacity for the current and future output at the facility. We were engaged by the client to deliver a turn-key solution covering the design, build and commissioning of a new effluent reception system to deliver homogenised effluent to the existing plant. This process needed to include:
Applying our expertise in wastewater treatment, we started with a detailed design process to ensure we delivered a solution that was fit for purpose and extended the lifespan of the manufacturing facility. The focus of the design phase centred around functionality, providing ease of operation and maintenance. We also maximised the potential of the available land.
As a global paint manufacturer, Sherwin-Williams needed the plant to remain fully operational until we commissioned the new system. This was achieved through detailed planning and design. The existing steam system continued to operate whilst we removed the old steam assets to allow the new treatment system to be installed.
We constructed and commissioned the automated effluent reception system and managed the project's Construction, Design and Management (CDM) responsibilities. Rigorous testing and quality assurance procedures ensured the system’s functionality and reliability.
Delivering to budget and timescale, we extended the lifespan of the plant by designing and installing a new effluent treatment reception system that is easy to operate and maintain. Our innovative design approach secured the system's long-term sustainability, minimising the risk of downtime, reducing energy consumption and improving operational efficiencies. The new system has positioned Sherwin-Williams to handle increased production output effectively while ensuring environmental compliance and sustainability.
Working with Sherwin-Williams, we were able to extend the lifespan of its manufacturing facility and enable increased production output.
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