Access to potable water is not only a basic human necessity but also a critical factor in ensuring the well-being and productivity of workers, particularly in remote and challenging environments like the Algerian Desert. For the 12th largest oil consortium in the world, this need became a formidable challenge that demanded an innovative solution. In response, CECO Peerless, a renowned provider of water treatment solutions, stepped forward with a groundbreaking approach, designing and implementing a containerized filtration system that harnessed advanced technology explicitly tailored to the unique demands of the oil and gas industry.
In the heart of the Algerian Desert, where freshwater reserves are scarce, the oil and gas provider faced the pressing task of establishing a sustainable and reliable potable water source to meet the daily service requirements of its field workers. Ensuring compliance with global health guidelines was also paramount to safeguarding the safety and well-being of the workforce.
CECO Peerless developed a comprehensive potable water treatment package to overcome these challenges, incorporating various components to ensure water quality, safety, and availability. The package included pre-filtration and micron filtration stages to reduce turbidity and remove fine suspended solids, preparing the water for subsequent treatment processes. A chemical dosing station was integrated into the system to address specific water quality challenges. Precise dosing of chemicals optimized the treatment process, ensuring the removal of unwanted contaminants. The primary treatment method employed brackish reverse osmosis membrane technology, effectively eliminating unwanted pollutants from the water, including bacteria and viruses. Reverse osmosis simulation software aided in optimizing the system’s design and selecting appropriate membrane types, guaranteeing compliance with global health guidelines. The treatment package included a re-mineralization process to enhance the water’s taste, quality, and pH levels. This step ensured that the water met the desired standards for potability.
Furthermore, ultraviolet (UV) disinfection was utilized to eliminate any remaining bacteria, viruses, or other harmful microorganisms in the treated water, adding an extra layer of safety before consumption. In addition to providing safe and potable water, the package incorporated a water-cooling system to enhance the drinking experience for workers in the desert heat. The cooling system ensured that the water was refreshing and chilled, contributing to the well-being and comfort of the field personnel.
Implementing CECO Peerless’ potable water treatment package yielded significant benefits for the oil and gas provider. The optimized design, supported by reverse osmosis simulation software, facilitated the selection of suitable membrane types and compliance with global health guidelines. Consequently, the results were twofold.
Firstly, implementing the containerized filtration system provided a durable and trustworthy source of potable water, eliminating the need to transport water to the desert site. This saved time and resources and ensured a consistent water supply for the workers.
Secondly, adopting this water treatment solution enabled the oil and gas provider to comply with global health guidelines, safeguarding the health and well-being of its workforce. The advanced technologies employed in the treatment process ensured the removal of contaminants and the delivery of safe drinking water.
Furthermore, by reducing the reliance on bottled water, the availability of a reliable potable water source resulted in a significant reduction in plastic waste generated at the desert site. This environmentally sustainable practice is aligned with the growing global concern for plastic pollution and waste management.
