Emergency Safety Shower and Eye Wash
July 31, 2013

Earlier this year one of our closest suppliers, the All-Flo Pumps product line, published an article pertaining to some emergency work we had done on a Freeport location regarding safety showers and eye wash stations.

You can read the article and how we saved their worksite from further hazardous work conditions below:


SCI Solves Two Emergency Shower/Eye Wash Problems

Sparkling Clear Industries (SCI), a leading industrial supplier on the Gulf Coast, recently completed two safety shower projects. In the first project, SCI was approached by a chemical plant to construct and fabricate a portable safety shower system to be used at their Freeport site. The safety shower/eye wash system is to be used in case of a safety incident in a remote area: where neither potable water, safety showers, nor eye wash stations are available. The safety shower systems must be portable, so SCI built the self-contained systems on a 14 foot long flat bed trailer. The trailer mounted system featured the following:

  • Power Supply: 9 HP, 4500 Watt, Gas powered Generator with GFCI
  • Water Storage: 500 Gallon polyethylene storage tank, NSF 61 Certified for potable use
  • Supply Pump: ¾ HP water pump, horizontal multi-stage, TEFC Motor for continuous duty
  • On/Off Controls: Magnetic Starter for pump with NEMA enclosure, and Hand- Off-Auto Control
  • Customer Approved Safety Shower/ Eye Wash Combination
  • Environmental Spill Kit and fire extinguisher

SCI constructed the safety shower systems in house and invited plant personnel to SCI’s facility to test the systems and familiarize them with the operation of the portable safety showers
systems.

For the second project, SCI provided another plant a system that addressed existing safety showers at their facility. The customer required SCI to provide a water booster pump system designed to accommodate enough water pressure and flow rate for (3) safety showers, all from a common water line. The problem was that the existing water line did not supply enough pressure for all (3) safety showers to run at once. SCI provided a skid mounted booster pump system that would flow a minimum of 40 Gallons per minute @ 50 psi. This skid Mounted system included the following:

    • Booster Pump, Vertical Multi Stage, 304 Stainless Steel
    • Motor Starter, NEMA 4X Stainless Steel Enclosure with H-O-A Control
    • Pressure Switch
    • Pressure Snubber
    • Check Valve
    • Pressure Gauge
    • Pressure Relief Valve
    • ProSource Bladder Tank
    • Carbon Steel Skid

SCI constructed the safety shower systems in house and the projects were delivered on time and in budget.

Let us solve all of your emergency safety shower needs:

At Sparkling Clear Industries, we work by the motto of “we’ve got you covered” when it comes to our rental programs, so whether it’s emergency safety showers, eye wash stations, or anything related to the air and water filtration industry, email us here or call us at (713) 956-8900 and we’ll get you covered.

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How Advanced Filtration Systems Help Future-Proof Regulatory Challenges in Water Quality

By Keith Adams • January 27, 2025
Businesses and industries face a lot of changes in the coming years. Advanced filtration systems are essential tools that can help meet these evolving standards before they become an issue. Here are a few ways to future-proof your businesses against water quality regulations. Managing PFAS and Emerging Contaminants One of the most pressing challenges is regulating PFAS (per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances), also known as “forever chemicals.” PFAS have been linked to significant health risks like cancer, heart disease, and immune system disorders. Advanced filtration technologies defend against PFAS and other emerging contaminants. Three effective options that meet or exceed regulatory standards include: Reverse Osmosis (RO). RO systems use semi-permeable membranes to remove up to 99% of contaminants, including PFAS, heavy metals, and bacteria. Granular Activated Carbon (GAC). The right GAC filters can adsorb PFAS molecules, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other pollutants. Ion Exchange Systems. These systems target specific contaminants and bind to them during the removal process. By integrating these technologies, businesses can meet or exceed regulatory thresholds for water safety before they go into effect. It also ensures they protect their employees, customers, and reputation as our knowledge of PFAS and other contaminants continues to evolve. Supporting Sustainability Goals Advanced water filtration systems help meet sustainability-focused regulations, including those that could appear in coming years. Reducing Water Waste. Stricter laws are targeting water conservation and waste reduction across industries. New filtration designs and custom filtration services allow for things like closed-loop systems that recycle used water. Lowering Environmental Impact. When the situation allows, advanced filtration processes like UV disinfection or ozone treatment minimize reliance on chemicals, reducing both cost and environmental risk. Compliance with Green Certifications. Compliance with green initiatives often comes with benefits like tax incentives or operational grants. Modern systems designed to meet water efficiency and waste reduction benchmarks help businesses achieve these certifications more easily. Businesses who take a sustainability approach to their water filtration systems will future-proof themselves to rising environmental standards and position themselves as leaders in environmentally responsible practices. Staying Prepared for Water Quality Crises The winter storm of January 2025 showed us that emergency preparedness should be a top priority to avoid or minimize regulatory issues during unexpected events. A few ways advanced systems help mitigate these risks include: Rapid Response Capabilities. Portable filtration units or mobile treatment systems can be deployed to manage emergencies quickly. Real Time Warnings and Automatic Controls. Using filtration and quality controls like real time meters, alarms, and pH regulators can help businesses deal with issues before they build up into regulatory breaches. System Redundancy. Designing systems with backup capabilities ensures uninterrupted compliance even during disruptions like frozen pipes or blockages from storm debris. Businesses can minimize compliance risks and stay prepared for future challenges by adopting filtration systems that can quickly adapt to unplanned situations. This proactive approach will safeguard against fines and penalties, ensure operational continuity, and future-proof your system against sudden regulatory issues.  Sparkling Clear Will Help Future-Proof Your Filtration Systems If your business is ready to upgrade its water filtration systems to meet the latest and future regulatory challenges, contact us today. Our team will provide tailored solutions designed to keep your operations compliant and running smoothly.

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Self-Cleaning Strainers and How They Work

July 24, 2024
Self-cleaning strainers offer an efficient and continuous way to remove debris and contaminants from fluid systems without the need for manual intervention. In this blog, we’ll discuss what self-cleaning filters are, how they work, and their various benefits in industrial filtration. What Are Self-Cleaning Filters?  Automatic self-cleaning strainers keep industrial process systems free of contaminants and debris as with traditional strainers and filters. What makes self-cleaning strainers unique is how they clean themselves without shutdowns and manual intervention. In most self-cleaning strainer designs, liquid enters the strainer from the bottom, flows upward through a filtering system, and exits as clean fluid. Any debris caught by the filter is pushed to a collection area. When the system detects a buildup of pressure, it opens a flush valve to remove the collected debris. The most common mechanisms you will see in a self-cleaning strainer include: Backwashing . The flow of the liquid is reversed to send a portion back through the filter. This dislodges trapped debris so that it can be directed to the collection area. Mechanical Scraping . Uses blades to physically scrape t he filter surface. Continuous Flushing . A bypass stream continuously dislodges and carries away contaminants while the main fluid passes through the strainer s . Ultrasonic Cleaning . Uses high-frequency vibrations to break apart and dislodge stubborn debris so that it can continue to the collection area. The longer a filter can go without shutdowns for cleaning and repairs, the greater the savings lost production. Benefits of Automatic Self-Cleaning Strainers The advantages of using a self-cleaning strainer are not limited to productivity and reduced downtime. Other benefits include: Consistent performance in flow rate and purity Prevents damage and repairs due to clogs in the filter Protects downstream equipment from damage due to clogs and impurities Is a Self-Cleaning Strainer Right for my Filtration Needs? Every work sight and process is unique, so what works perfectly at one site may not work well at another. This holds true with self-cleaning strainers as well. Before you invest in a self-cleaning strainer, you should discuss your needs with one of SCI’s knowledgeable employees. They will help you navigate factors to consider. This includes factors such as maximum flow rate, pressure, strainer mesh sizing and material compatibility to ensure the strainer will not corrode on contact with the fluid. Let Sparking Clear Help You Find the Best Filtration System For Your process. Contact us today to set up a consultation. We’ve Got You Covered
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