Softener equipment in the palm oil industry is used to remove calcium and magnesium ions from process water used in various stages of production. These ions can cause scale buildup on equipment and pipes, reducing operational efficiency and increasing maintenance and replacement costs.

The softener operates using cation exchange resin, which replaces calcium and magnesium ions with sodium ions, resulting in softer water and minimizing the risk of scale and damage to equipment.

Below are the problems and solutions you need to know about this equipment.

Problem: Hardness Leakage

Hardness leakage in softener equipment occurs when the cation resin used to remove calcium and magnesium ions from process water becomes saturated and is no longer effective in ion exchange.

This causes calcium and magnesium ions to remain in the water flowing through the softener, leading to scale formation on equipment and pipes. The impact is reduced operational efficiency, increased maintenance costs, and the risk of equipment damage in the palm oil industry.

Solution 1: EonResin Cation

EonResin Cation is the right solution for the problem of hardness leakage in softener equipment due to its good regeneration capability. This resin is designed to efficiently exchange ions, replacing calcium and magnesium ions trapped in the water with sodium ions during the regeneration process.

This allows the cation resin to continue working optimally in removing hardness from process water, maintaining soft water quality, and reducing the risk of scale formation on equipment and pipes.

Using EonResin Cation in softener equipment can help optimize operational efficiency, reduce downtime for resin regeneration, and save on maintenance and periodic resin replacement costs. Please contact us via WhatsApp for further discussion on this solution

Solution 2: Resin Cleaning

After your softener equipment uses EonResin Cation, the next solution step is to perform regular resin cleaning. This cleaning process can restore the resin’s ability to effectively remove calcium and magnesium ions.

When the resin becomes saturated, cleaning is done using a special cleaning solution that can break the bonds of ions attached to the resin surface. This helps restore the ion exchange capacity of the resin to optimal levels, allowing the resin to efficiently exchange ions during the water treatment process.

Regular resin cleaning helps extend the resin’s lifespan. By maintaining the cleanliness and optimal performance of the resin, the process of removing hardness from process water can continue consistently without interruptions due to resin saturation.

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Solution 3: Training from EON Engineers

Eonchemicals is ready to provide training tailored to your needs. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the principles and techniques for optimizing softener equipment effectively in terms of chemical use.

Eon engineers will explain the procedures for resin regeneration, resin cleaning, and operational parameter settings to maintain softener equipment performance. With a good understanding of how to operate and maintain softener equipment, operators and technicians can identify problems more quickly and take appropriate action to prevent or address hardness leakage effectively

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