Author: Mike Gethin

Get Back Up and Running Faster. Shorter Lead Times on Custom Filter Plate Orders with Our In-House CNC! M.W. Watermark offers custom order capabilities with in-house CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining. Our customers often have special requests for filter press

As oil and gas industries continue production and eco-awareness grows, the need for adequate byproduct disposal arises. Drilling and fracking as a means of resource extraction result in many contaminated byproducts. One such side effect is produced water, or the mixture of water,

Filter presses need regular maintenance to continue operating at optimal performance levels. An important part of this care is servicing the filter cloths. As the initial barrier that removes solids from liquid in the filtration process, filter cloths experience a great

Metal plating and finishing requires an ample amount of various chemicals for an efficient operation. However, the chemicals found in these wastewater streams are not only expensive to remove but also potentially damaging to the environment. Read on for tips for avoiding these negative

The M.W. Watermark™ Oil Coalescing Separator is designed to remove free non-emulsified oils, diesel, gasoline and fuels from a waste stream, resulting in an effluent quality of 10 mg/l or less of contaminants 20 microns and larger. The Oil Coalescing

Laboratory services can help determine the most effective filter press equipment, equipment sizing, filtration media required, and dewatering techniques for your specific application. This includes the recommended treatments, chemicals, and dosages required to form an ideal cake in a filter

Recycling car wash wastewater is an often-overlooked way to cut costs, ensure company sustainability, and help the environment. Learn more about the benefits of car wash wastewater treatment and how the process works. Why Recycle Water? It’s no secret that humans consume millions of

Municipal waterworks generally choose water softening treatment methods as a function of cost, water quality, infrastructural capacity, and the degree of hardness the customers demand. As a rule, lime softening water treatment works best in systems that source groundwater with low to

Wastewater treatment professionals know that water recycling—the process of cleaning and repurposing wastewater—is not a new concept. All kinds of industries reuse water in their operations, including industrial laundries, car and truck washing facilities, metal finishers, and more. Municipal wastewater

Hydraulic Systems, Control Elements and the Filter Press The type of hydraulic system best suited for a dewatering application typically depends on the size of the filter press required. Three common types of filter press hydraulic systems include air-operated, electric

When it comes to wastewater treatment, it’s important to utilize a process that handles the job efficiently without breaking the bank. Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) wastewater treatment is recognized globally as an effective system with low capital and operating costs. What

More Options, Greater Capabilities and Shorter Lead Times Get You Back Up and Running Faster In case you hadn’t heard, M.W. Watermark™ makes filter cloths for all makes and models of filter presses, including the large format presses used in the

When discussing municipal wastewater treatment equipment, “sludge” is the term used to signify a toxic semi-solid slurry made up of all of the different types of wastewater that end up at a water treatment plant via sewage systems. Sludge typically is a kind

Depth filters are innovative pieces of technology that allow particles to collect throughout the medium, not just on the surface. The filter cloth is an integral part of the filter press, collecting particles to separate solids from liquids. What Sets Depth

Ready-mixed concrete providers require ongoing innovation to ensure that production operations do not produce excessive waste, which reduces profits and could result in environmental harm. Concrete wastewater treatment requires vigorous quality control as well as adherence to applicable environmental regulations. Recycling

From car washes to chemical processing, various industries rely on effective water treatment equipment for everyday use.  Replacing water treatment equipment—particularly a large capacity filter press—can be a substantial capital investment. However, purchasing a rebuilt filter press can be a great

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M.W. Watermark™ manufactures filter cloths for all makes and models of filter presses. Filter cloths can be sewn to the exact specifications of your filter press, providing for a perfect fit. All cloths are made in the U.S.A. in our facility in Holland,

Conserving the world’s water and using it efficiently are important goals. Wastewater treatment equipment is a crucial component for ensuring conservation and responsible use of water. Bottling nature’s filtered water in an environmentally responsible way is important for the owner of

Microfiltration membranes have become one of the most promising technologies for water treatment. Other technologies from the past century have focused on neutralizing pathogens, removing contaminants, and improving the visible clarity of water. Membrane microfiltration and ultrafiltration are promising because

The average stone fabrication shop produces much more than just countertops and polished stone surfaces. Processes like cutting and polishing also produce a lot of wastewater. Oversights with disposal can lead to compliance fines, and the regulations around contaminants and

Since 1966, the Water Research Foundation has risen to the challenge of helping companies and principalities maintain clean and reliable water supplies. In the last 50 years, the Foundation has completed more than 1,000 studies, including studies on wastewater treatment. Water Research

It’s not a secret that the number of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is on the rise. The majority of these strands can be found in the sewage lines of hospitals where approximately one-third of the patients are on some form of antibiotic.

In today’s regulatory climate, it is important for potential buyers to understand the differences between the various types of filtration systems. Microfiltration, just like all of the other systems, has a specific set of scenarios that stand as the best