Controls/Design

October 22, 2024

pH Controlled Systems

Our PH control system is designed to detect and treat water with pH levels outside a given range. A pH probe placed in the water continuously reads the pH of the water. When the pH is out of the desired range, the control panel will automatically signal the chemical dosing pump(s) to apply the correct amount of chemical additive to get the water back into the pre-set acceptable range.

Standard Features:

Magnetic drive pump for circulation, mixing and discharging
pH Probe
Metering pump(s)
NEMA-4X control panel
Water management tank(s)
Automated valve system for water transfer and discharge
Weatherproofed to protect from water and environmental damage

Optional Features Available:

Multiple pumps and tanks
Integrated alarm systems

Multiple Pumps & Tanks with Alarms

Custom designed for your application! Call Us Today 1-800-453-8639!

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July 29, 2024

One of the most effective ways to remove floating oils from an oil water separator is with an electric 12” disk skimmer. Mounted on the side of the clarifier and/or coalescing compartments, the skimmer assembly consists of an oleophilic wheel that slowly rotates so that oils and sludge adhere to the wheel’s surface. A spring-loaded blade wipes the oil from surface of the wheel and discharges the oil into a steel trough connected to the oil storage tank.

Electric Oil Disk Skimmer

The 115V disk skimmer motor is controlled by a simple control panel with a field-adjustable timer so that you can remove floating oils as often as necessary for your particular application.

Standard Features

Front- or side-discharge trough
High temp stainless-steel skimmer wheel for fluids up to 180°F
12-18-inch HDPE skimmer wheel for fluids up to 140°F
12-18-inch stainless-steel skimmer wheel for fluids up to 180°F
115 Volt, 7 RPM, shaded-pole motor & gear assembly
Control with field adjustable timer
Powder-coated skimmer frame and discharge trough
Approximate dimensions: 14” W x 8” D x 12” H
Approximate weight: 14

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July 9, 2024

RDS-20 Rainwater Management System (Rain Diverter)

Rain Diverter System Panel Control

Many wash facilities do not have a roof over the wash pads so when it rains, storm water can flow through the pre-treatment system into the city sewers and overwhelm the system. To make sure that doesn’t happen, we have designed a simple, programmable rain diverter system (RDS-20).

The concept is fairly straightforward. When the system senses at least ¼” of rainfall, a controller turns on the pumps for a pre-set time to remove the floating oils and water from the wash pad through our pre-treatment system. This time is factory set for 15 minutes, but can be readily changed to suit field conditions.

After the first flush of rainwater with the contaminants are removed, the RDS then shuts down the system to prevent excess storm water from entering the tank and the sewer system. After the rain event, the RDS will reset to allow normal operation of the treatment system. If needed, the system can be manually overridden to allow washing operations during rain events.

Features

Adjustable rain sensor
Actuator and Jandy Valve
Programmable controller with manual/automatic switch capability

Benefits

Captures and directs first flush waters and contaminants
Ideal for uncovered wash bays
Can be designed to work with new or existing recycling systems
Compact design can be mounted anywhere
Can be configured to work with electric or air operated pumps
Completely field programmable for rain sensitivity, pumping duration, and reset time.

Rain Diverter Sensor Technology

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January 29, 2024

Custom Control Systems

For over 30 years, we have provided custom engineered systems for a variety of industrial and commercial applications all over the world. All of these systems require some type of control system that has to be custom-engineered to meet our client’s specifications, maximize efficiency and reduce onsite monitoring. Some of our integrated control systems include:

Wash Bay Pumping & Treatment – Systems can control and monitor all reclaim and wash system components including pumps, tank level sensors, automatic valves, and filters. Lights and alarms can be added to help monitor water quality parameters and trouble-shoot components.

Rainwater Collection – Systems with digital display screens can monitor and control high and low collection tank levels, rainwater transfer pumps, valves and storage tank levels to ensure that all water collected will be available for use.

Wash Tunnel Entry and Control – These custom-engineered tunnel entry light systems feature industrial traffic fixtures affixed to the tunnel entry and ultra-bright LED illumination.

Photocell or Proximity Detection Systems – These systems are extremely rugged, with an industrial design, and heavy cast aluminum housings. They feature interchangeable logic modules and output devices.

pH Control – These systems adjust the pH of the water and are highly recommended if the pH of the water is either too high or too low from using industrial cleaning solutions. These systems normally include metering pumps, tanks, controllers and switches.

Our control panels are assembled with the highest quality electrical components, including Allen Bradley, Siemens, Eaton, and GE. System design tailored to interface with existing hardware and software to minimize compatibility concerns. Designs and assembly are focused on reliability and durability for continuous use in rail yards, bus depots, mining and oilfield service, and other heavy industrial applications. Features can include:

Stainless Steel Master control panel
NEMA 4X Rated
UL Rating (Optional CSA Rating)
Hands-Off-Automated (HOA) switches for all pumps
Onboard digital display
Modem for remote monitoring and control
User-friendly monitoring software design to facilitate the system’s management

With each control system, we will provide detailed drawings and documentation packages with easy-to-follow descriptions, schematics, and wiring diagrams. Our engineers can also provide field installation, start-up and training for onsite personnel.

Call us at 1-800-453-8639 for help with customizing your control systems.

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August 22, 2022

Robustly designed for range of industrial applications from mining and oilfield services to light vehicle and boat washes, our fiberglass sump systems provide an economical alternative to a concrete sumps. The fiberglass in-ground pit system provides double wall construction of fiberglass on the interior and concrete poured around the exterior of the pit.

BENEFITS:

Less expensive and easier to install than concrete vaults.

Helps capture solids – lengthening the life span of motor and pumps

Heavy-duty Fiberglass construction
Water pipes and electrical conduits easily installed on any side of the fiberglass pit.

Reduces bacteria growth and odor issues
Simple to maintain
Tapered shape makes it easier to install

Specifications

SUMP PIT	FS-3
VOLUME, GAL	47
APPROXIMATE OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS, IN	32 X 32 X 38
APPROXIMATE INSIDE DIMENSIONS, IN	22 X 22 X 36
DRY WEIGHT, POUNDS	34
SUMP CONTRUCTION MATERIAL	FIBERGLASS
TOP GRATING DIMENSIONS, IN	24 X 24 X 2
GRATING CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL OPTIONS	LIGHT WEIGHT FIBERGLASS TRAFFIC RATED CAST IRON GALVANIZED STEEL

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February 21, 2020

Our Polishing Pack Oil Absorbent Bags keeps your systems running cleaner and reduces environmental concerns by removing oil-related contaminants from water in sumps, recycling systems, and oil-water separators.

Benefits

Excellent filtering capabilities
Easy to handle and dispose of
Cost efficient
Custom shapes available to fit most separators

How do they work?

Water containing free oils enters the filter through the poly mesh cover. As the water flows around the multi-faceted oil-absorbing foam cells, the free oils are absorbed into the foam.

All water is repelled and continues to pass through the filter after the free oils are removed.

Typical Installation

Although they can be placed directly in the sump, the bags are typically installed with a flow dissipater plate in the clean water chamber of the oil water separator before the water is discharged to the sewer or surroundings.

They act as a polishing system by removing any floating oil sheens that may have passed through the separator. If the local sewer requirements are strict, the polishing system is highly recommended!

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April 8, 2015

Water Management Consulting: We gather as much data as possible and then use our decades of experience to develop a comprehensive plan for your entire facility.

In many industrial, mining, and oil and gas operations, multiple processes involving water and fluids can be occurring at a single location at any one time. Often, these complicated processes may seem unrelated but they can affect one another and cause poor water quality, unforeseen chemical reactions, and costly equipment failures.

Our approach is a little different in that it is very “data-driven”. We gather as much data as possible and then use our decades of experience to develop a comprehensive plan for your entire facility.

Surveys: As a first step, we perform a comprehensive survey to identify all potential sources of water and fluids entering and leaving the facility. These survey results can be very interesting. They can reveal previously unknown volumes of water and chemicals coming into the system intermingling and creating different reactions and issues.

Data Gathering & Documentation: After the initial survey, we gather as much water quality, flow, pressure, and chemical data as possible with a wide array of measurement and control systems including:

Flow meters and pressure sensors
pH control systems
COD/BOD analyzers
Water quality tests
Level controllers

We also provide checklists and spreadsheets with automatic graphing capability that can show system changes and allow for further system analysis and process improvement.

System Analysis & Process Modifications: By analyzing this data, we are able to recommend various process and chemical changes which will maximize your system operations and reduce costs. Adding measurement devices and control systems will help onsite personnel quickly react to any changes in the system and effectively address issues before they become costly problems.

Developing a comprehensive water management system can have many advantages and be a smart move for your company. Give us a call at 800-453-8639 for more information.

Engineered pH Control Systems

Electric Disk Oil Skimmer

Standard Features

Rain Diverter System (RDS)

RDS-20 Rainwater Management System (Rain Diverter)

Washbaysolutions.com Custom Control Systems

Custom Control Systems

Fiberglass Sump System (FS-Series)

BENEFITS:

Specifications

Polishing Pack – Oil Absorbent Bags

How do they work?

Typical Installation

Comprehensive Water Management Plans

Headquarters

WashBay Solutions International

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