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Advanced Water Treatment Systems for Critical Infrastructure
Veolia’s latest filtration and ozone technologies target micropollutant removal, energy efficiency, and operational reliability across municipal and industrial water systems.
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Ozonia® S ozone generator
Access to clean water is increasingly constrained by pollution, aging infrastructure, and stricter discharge standards. In this context, water treatment systems are evolving toward higher efficiency and resilience. At IFAT 2026, held in Munich from 4–7 May, Veolia introduced two new technologies designed for drinking water treatment, wastewater reuse, and industrial applications: the Ozonia® S ozone generator and the Hydrotech™ cloth filter Confidence series.
Addressing water quality under tightening constraints
Municipal utilities and industrial operators are facing rising requirements for micropollutant removal, phosphorus limits, and total suspended solids (TSS) reduction. These requirements are driven by regulatory frameworks targeting ecosystem protection and public health, particularly in water reuse and discharge scenarios.
The newly introduced systems focus on two core treatment stages within the digital supply chain of water infrastructure: oxidation for contaminant removal and filtration for solids and nutrient reduction. Together, they are positioned to support continuous operation and predictable performance in high-demand environments such as drinking water plants and wastewater treatment facilities.
Ozone generation with reduced energy demand
The Ozonia® S ozone generator is designed for applications including micropollutant degradation, disinfection, and water reuse. Its modular architecture incorporates redundancy, allowing continuous operation even during component maintenance or failure.
A key technical parameter is energy consumption. The system achieves up to 25% lower energy use compared to previous designs, enabled by Veolia’s Ozonia IGS+ technology. This improvement is relevant in ozone-based oxidation, where energy demand is a major operational cost driver.
The generator also integrates the Intelligent Air System+ (IAS+), which produces ozone directly from ambient air. This removes the need for external oxygen supply systems, simplifying plant design and reducing logistical dependencies. A turndown ratio greater than 100:1 allows operators to adjust ozone output across a wide range, supporting variable load conditions without efficiency loss.
Increased ozone pressure further enhances mass transfer efficiency in water, improving oxidation performance for trace contaminants such as pharmaceuticals and industrial residues.
Hydrotech™ cloth filter
Filtration targeting low TSS and phosphorus limits
The Hydrotech™ cloth filter Confidence series applies pile cloth media filtration to achieve TSS levels below 5 mg/l and phosphorus concentrations down to 0.1 mg/l. These values align with advanced wastewater treatment targets required in sensitive discharge zones and water reuse systems.
A central feature is the patented Wedged Hem Interchangeable Panel (WHIP) technology. This design allows filter panels to be removed and cleaned up to 80% faster compared to conventional systems, without the use of lifting equipment. This reduces maintenance time and improves plant availability.
Maintenance components are mounted externally, enabling safer and faster access for technicians. This configuration minimizes downtime and supports consistent filtration performance over time.
To address cost predictability, the system introduces a panel leasing model, allowing operators to standardize maintenance expenses and avoid unplanned replacement costs. This approach aligns with broader trends in lifecycle-based asset management within water treatment infrastructure.
Integration into modern water infrastructure
Both technologies are designed for integration into existing and new treatment plants, supporting applications across municipal utilities, industrial water reuse, and critical infrastructure. Their modularity and operational flexibility make them suitable for facilities facing variable inflow conditions and evolving regulatory requirements.
By combining energy-efficient oxidation with high-performance filtration, these systems address key bottlenecks in water treatment: micropollutant removal, nutrient reduction, and operational continuity.
Edited by Aishwarya Mambet, Induportals Editor, with AI assistance.
www.veoliawatertechnologies.com
Access to clean water is increasingly constrained by pollution, aging infrastructure, and stricter discharge standards. In this context, water treatment systems are evolving toward higher efficiency and resilience. At IFAT 2026, held in Munich from 4–7 May, Veolia introduced two new technologies designed for drinking water treatment, wastewater reuse, and industrial applications: the Ozonia® S ozone generator and the Hydrotech™ cloth filter Confidence series.
Addressing water quality under tightening constraints
Municipal utilities and industrial operators are facing rising requirements for micropollutant removal, phosphorus limits, and total suspended solids (TSS) reduction. These requirements are driven by regulatory frameworks targeting ecosystem protection and public health, particularly in water reuse and discharge scenarios.
The newly introduced systems focus on two core treatment stages within the digital supply chain of water infrastructure: oxidation for contaminant removal and filtration for solids and nutrient reduction. Together, they are positioned to support continuous operation and predictable performance in high-demand environments such as drinking water plants and wastewater treatment facilities.
Ozone generation with reduced energy demand
The Ozonia® S ozone generator is designed for applications including micropollutant degradation, disinfection, and water reuse. Its modular architecture incorporates redundancy, allowing continuous operation even during component maintenance or failure.
A key technical parameter is energy consumption. The system achieves up to 25% lower energy use compared to previous designs, enabled by Veolia’s Ozonia IGS+ technology. This improvement is relevant in ozone-based oxidation, where energy demand is a major operational cost driver.
The generator also integrates the Intelligent Air System+ (IAS+), which produces ozone directly from ambient air. This removes the need for external oxygen supply systems, simplifying plant design and reducing logistical dependencies. A turndown ratio greater than 100:1 allows operators to adjust ozone output across a wide range, supporting variable load conditions without efficiency loss.
Increased ozone pressure further enhances mass transfer efficiency in water, improving oxidation performance for trace contaminants such as pharmaceuticals and industrial residues.
Hydrotech™ cloth filter
Filtration targeting low TSS and phosphorus limits
The Hydrotech™ cloth filter Confidence series applies pile cloth media filtration to achieve TSS levels below 5 mg/l and phosphorus concentrations down to 0.1 mg/l. These values align with advanced wastewater treatment targets required in sensitive discharge zones and water reuse systems.
A central feature is the patented Wedged Hem Interchangeable Panel (WHIP) technology. This design allows filter panels to be removed and cleaned up to 80% faster compared to conventional systems, without the use of lifting equipment. This reduces maintenance time and improves plant availability.
Maintenance components are mounted externally, enabling safer and faster access for technicians. This configuration minimizes downtime and supports consistent filtration performance over time.
To address cost predictability, the system introduces a panel leasing model, allowing operators to standardize maintenance expenses and avoid unplanned replacement costs. This approach aligns with broader trends in lifecycle-based asset management within water treatment infrastructure.
Integration into modern water infrastructure
Both technologies are designed for integration into existing and new treatment plants, supporting applications across municipal utilities, industrial water reuse, and critical infrastructure. Their modularity and operational flexibility make them suitable for facilities facing variable inflow conditions and evolving regulatory requirements.
By combining energy-efficient oxidation with high-performance filtration, these systems address key bottlenecks in water treatment: micropollutant removal, nutrient reduction, and operational continuity.
Edited by Aishwarya Mambet, Induportals Editor, with AI assistance.
www.veoliawatertechnologies.com
