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WV Pollution Prevention (P2) Program

Use Conductivity Control System Technology

A continuous flow of fresh water in the rinse tank for rinsing contaminants from workpieces results in significant water loss. The quality of the rinse water can be monitored by its conductivity level in the tank. A higher conductivity indicates more metal contamination, while a lower conductivity suggests less metal contamination. Continuous monitoring of the conductivity level allows operators to identify when the rinse water is no longer usable and should be discarded or freshwater added.

In a case study, the implementation of a conductivity control system resulted in water savings of 2,888,000 gallons annually, amounting to approximately $10,883 in annual savings