Discover our articles on water treatment

In this section, you will find articles covering important topics related to water treatment. Read about laws and regulations, planning for treatment solutions, and various contaminants. Whether you need solutions for specific projects or want to deepen your knowledge of industry best practices, we offer valuable information to ensure efficient and sustainable water treatment.

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The 5 most common steps

In a water treatment project, various technologies are used to effectively remove specific contaminants and prevent harmful discharges. In this article, we outline the five most common steps in a water treatment system.
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Mobile water treatment

Swedish Hydro Solutions is the leading company in mobile water treatment for the construction and civil engineering industry in Sweden. We work with sustainable solutions, and our technology represents 'best practice' in certain parts of the USA.

The development in the construction industry

Twenty years ago, water management on construction sites in Sweden was limited to diverting oil and sludge using basic oil and sludge separators. Environmental requirements were low, and the technology was basic. Today, the situation is entirely different.

Planning for water treatment

The preliminary analysis

When setting emission limits, it is important to conduct preliminary analyses to ensure that the established limits are realistic, effective, and meet both environmental and regulatory requirements. Here we list some of the most common important preliminary analyses.

How to set emission limits

Procuring and specifying water treatment for large projects can be complicated. Sometimes, it might be tempting to take shortcuts and look at what others have done before, but to truly succeed in specification, there are certain questions you must address.

Water characteristics

One of the first steps we need to take when it comes to setting emission limits is understanding the type of water we are dealing with. This is crucial for several reasons, for example since different types of water contain varying pollutants. Here, we list the five most common types of water that we manage in our projects.

Laws and regulations

Laws and regulations in Sweden

When it comes to setting emission limits in Sweden, there are several important regulatory frameworks to consider. These include national legislation such as the Environmental Code, the Water Directive, local regulations, international and national standards, and industry-specific rules.
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EU Water Framework Directive

In 2000, the EU Water Framework Directive was adopted to establish a unified management approach for the water resources of member states. The directive aims to protect and improve the quality of all water resources within the EU, ensuring that future generations have access to water of good quality in sufficient quantities.
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Industrial Emissions Directive

A large portion of Europe's pollution originates from industrial production processes, including the release of pollutants, wastewater discharges, and waste generation. In November 2010, the EU introduced the Industrial Emissions Directive, with the overall goal of reducing pollution from industrial activities.