Purify Wastewater for Reuse with Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD)

Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) is an advanced and cost-effective process that eliminates all effluent discharge from industrial manufacturing. ZLD systems create a closed-loop, separating wastewater from solid byproducts and purifying it for reuse, ensuring no liquid waste enters the environment.

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Comprehensive ZLD Solutions by MacDermid Envio

With nearly 50 years of experience, MacDermid Envio delivers customized ZLD systems for diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, paper mills, and more. Our team of engineers, chemists, fabricators, and project managers designs solutions tailored to your facility’s unique needs, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations while optimizing costs.

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How ZLD Systems Work

ZLD systems treat wastewater and concentrate waste into solid form using specialized processes such as:

  • evaporación térmica
  • destilación por membrana
  • Forward and Reverse Osmosis
  • Electrodialysis

Core Components:

  • Sistemas de filtración
  • Clarificadores y reactores
  • Concentradores
  • Evaporadores
  • Cristalizadores
  • Sistemas de membrana de ósmosis inversa

Process Overview

Each ZLD system operates uniquely, yet the overall treatment process follows a consistent sequence of steps.

Pretratamiento

Chemicals and pH balancers prepare the waste for processing.

Concentración de residuos

Brine concentrators or electrodialysis condense solids.

Evaporación

 Clean water is recovered and redirected for reuse.

Cristalización

Solid waste is dried for disposal or recovery.

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Applications of ZLD

ZLD systems are essential for industries striving to minimize environmental impact, reduce water usage, and recover valuable resources.

Key Applications

Here is a summary of key applications that benefit from ZLD systems.

Energía nuclear

Safely condenses and disposes of radioactive waste solids while reusing water.

Textiles

 Reduces reliance on local water sources by reusing filtered water.

Petróleo y gas

Recovers water for refining while minimizing waste.

Petroquímica

Prevents discharge of harmful chemicals into the environment.

Minería

Treats acidic wastewater and recovers valuable resources.

acabado metálico

Ensures pure water for rinsing, enhancing product quality.

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Tailored Treatment Options

While ZLD offers 100% water recovery, many facilities benefit from practical reuse systems achieving 70–85% recovery at lower costs. ZLD is ideal for operations with:

High water demands exceeding available supply.
Poor-quality source water.
Limited options for wastewater discharge.

MacDermid Envio works with you to evaluate your needs and recommend the most efficient, cost-effective solution for your facility.

Why ZLD Matters

ZLD is a critical process for modern industrial wastewater treatment. Let MacDermid Envio help you implement a ZLD system that meets your operational and environmental goals while maximizing efficiency and sustainability.

 

Environmental Compliance: Meet stringent regulations
Water Conservation: Reduce reliance on scarce water resources
Resource Recovery: Reclaim valuable materials from wastewater
Sustainable Operations: Achieve closed-loop water management