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Wastewater Systems
Leaders in
environmental
solutions for ships
The increased size and number of cruise ships has led to
concerns on the impact of their waste discharges on the
natural environment.
Proven technology
Hamworthy has over 7000 sewage plants in operation around the world, more than any other manufacturer. The
innovative MBR system is an evolution of the proven sewage treatment plant technology, which allows for the
treatment of grey and black water.
AIR
WATER VAPOUR
chemicals.
Robust construction for long life and low maintenance.
BLACK WATER
GREY WATER
100%
TREATMENT
SYSTEM
AIR
CLEAN
WATER
99.5%
BIOMASS
RETURN
Membrane module
The system utilises cross flow ultrafiltration reducing solids
build up (normally associated with stack plate ultrafiltration)
resulting in no back washing or pressure problems.
CLEAN
WATER
OUT
COMPOSITE
MEMBRANE
TUBES
The system features hard case modules with hollow fibre inner.
Waste flows from in to out and promotes recirculation.
FIBRE REINFORCED
RESIN CASING
BIOMASS
FEED
Customer requirements
Meet the likely regulatory requirements for
both new and existing installations.
Biosolids dewatering.
Nutrient removal.
Item
Units
USCG
IMO
USCG/Alaska
Hamworthy
MEPC.2 (vi)
33CFR 159.309
Test Results
Test Duration
10 days
10 days
30 days
31
Suspended Solids
mg/l
150
50 (100 at sea)
30
3.1
BOD5
mg/l
Not required
50
30
2.6
Faecal Coliform
Count/100m
200
250
20
10.6
pH
Not required
Not required
6.0 - 9.0
Within limits
Chlorine
g/l
Not required
As low as
practicable
10.0
Principles of
operation
passes though the screen press into the first stage bioreactor
into the second stage bioreactor, free of any fibres which could
the effluent.
Screenings return
1st stage
bio-reactor
Transfer pump
Interstage filter
2nd stage
bio-reactor
Black water
Filter press
Grey water
Membrane
system
Blower
Permeate
pump
Permeate tank
Bagged screenings
for incineration
Cross-flow pump
Turbidity
meter
Permeate
overboard
Complete flexibility
Hamworthys team of wastewater treatment specialist are there to help you design your
bespoke system. We have proven track records various build options and markets.
Military newbuild
Hamworthy has been contracted to supply advanced MBR wastewater
treatment systems to the MoD for the first six Type 45 destroyers to be
constructed at BAe Marine at Scotstoun and Vosper Thorneycroft at
Porchester. Hamworthy is among the first Tier 1 companies to be
awarded contracts on all six vessels.
Professional
project management
Assistance will be given to ensure complete project control of vessels and installation
from conception through to operation and service support.
Supply equipment
Provide/supervise installation
Troubleshooting