Modular Design and Engineering for Ultrapure Water Production in Shipping Containers
At ImWATER, we continue to strengthen our position as specialists in modular solutions for industrial water treatment. We have recently successfully completed the design, manufacturing, and containerization of an Electrodeionization (EDI) system for one of Spain’s leading refineries.
This project is another example of our ability to deliver turnkey solutions that reduce installation times, simplify commissioning, and ensure the highest construction quality standards.
What Is an EDI Plant?
Electrodeionization (EDI) is a continuous demineralization technology capable of producing very high-purity water without the need for chemical regeneration.
By combining ion-exchange membranes, specialized resins, and electrical current, EDI systems produce ultrapure water efficiently and sustainably. This technology is widely used in:
- Power generation industry
- Refineries
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Hydrogen production
- Microelectronics
- Chemical industry
Its high reliability and low operating costs make it one of the most sought-after technologies for critical industrial processes.
Customer Requirements
Our customer needed to integrate three Electrodeionization skids inside a specially adapted shipping container designed to operate in a highly demanding industrial environment such as the Oil & Gas sector.
The objective was to provide a fully assembled system ready for transportation, rapid installation, and plant connection, while minimizing on-site assembly work.
To achieve this, ImWATER’s Engineering Department developed a fully customized solution.
Scope of Supply Provided by ImWATER
The project included:
- Detailed engineering of the system
- Complete adaptation of a 40-foot shipping container
- Interior layout design
- Thermal and acoustic insulation
- HVAC system for temperature control
- Electrical installation and interior lighting
- Complete hydraulic piping installation using PE100 piping
- Integration of three Electrodeionization (EDI) skids
- Preparation for industrial transportation
- Assembly and testing at our facilities
- Delivery of the fully containerized system
All engineering activities were developed to facilitate final installation and minimize commissioning times at the customer’s facilities.
Advantages of Containerized Water Treatment Plants
More and more industries are choosing containerized solutions due to their significant advantages:
- Reduced installation time: Most of the work is carried out in the factory, significantly reducing field installation hours.
- Higher manufacturing quality: Workshop fabrication allows for greater quality control, superior finishing, and full supervision throughout the entire process.
- Safe transportation: The system is transported fully protected and ready for installation.
- Easy scalability: Modular solutions allow future capacity expansions with minimal intervention at the plant, ensuring scalability according to the customer’s needs.
- Reduced risks: By minimizing on-site work, the risks associated with industrial installation are also significantly reduced.
