Industries
1. Joint Research & Development
We specialize in optimizing advanced treatment processes to effectively eliminate a wide array of contaminants from wastewater. Our methods include chemical and electrochemical treatment, adsorption, ion exchange, membrane separation, filtration, desalination, and biological processes. Our research center features a dedicated laboratory equipped with state-of-the-art instruments for testing various water and wastewater parameters, including pH, BOD, COD, TDS, TSS, NH4+, NO3, NO2, conductivity, and more.
Our energy-efficient solutions are tailored for industries, enabling them to treat wastewater to a quality suitable for reuse in their processes or non-potable applications, in line with our sustainability commitment.
At ICCW, we not only investigate methods for recovering and reusing valuable resources like water, energy, and materials from wastewater but also offer technical and formulation support to industries, fostering efficiency and sustainability in their production processes.
Key Implementation
Membrane Distillation Technology for Grundfos:
Membrane distillation is an innovative technology for treating high-salinity water. It operates by passing water vapor through a hydrophobic membrane, condensing it into pure water on the other side. The inlet water is continuously recycled to higher concentrations, with solar heating enhancing permeate production while minimizing energy consumption.
Online Colorimetric Water Quality Monitoring Unit:
An online colorimetric water quality monitoring unit has been developed to periodically collect and relay data to an online dashboard. Unlike costly potentiometric sensors with limited lifespans, this unit is adaptable for various parameters such as iron, phosphate, fluoride, and nitrate. A lab-level prototype has been demonstrated for fluoride testing, and efforts are ongoing to transition the technology from lab to field and extend it to additional parameters. Automation and IoT electronics are supported by the ICCW-incubated startup Eyenetaqua.
3. Development of an electrocoagulation process for the treatment of textile industry effluents enabling zero liquid discharge at lower energy costs.
4. Development of a process for recycling processed water in the electroplating industry enabling iron removal with copper retention.
5. Recovery of materials resources from industrial effluents creating a circular economy.
Our State of Art Lab facilities for Research & Development
2. Water management solution & Advisory
Water audit, connecting industries to academia, product development and validation, water quality support, emerging technologies through startups, capacity building & training
- Water Auditing: It is a qualitative and quantitative analysis of water consumption to identify and reduce water consumption by implementing the 4 Rs (Reduce, Recycle, Reuse & Recharge).
- Water management: Recommending solutions for sustainable water management and handholding implementation in partnership with technology providers to achieve water neutrality.
- Digital water tool: Developed a tool that can help industries and communities to conduct their water audit. A tool combined with sensors, meters, and user-friendly templates enables stakeholders to arrive at a water balance report with recommended interventions. Handhold interventions to ensure that the potential gains are realized.
Ongoing projects
Water audit and implementing sustainable solution to conserve water at R&D facility of Pfizer, Chennai.
Field assessment of in-house developed efficient fluoride sensors in field
AMC services for the CDI technology to provide drinking water to LIC southern zonal office
3. Capacity Building Program:
Water management training program for Water experts in industries:
Cooling Water Chemistry Program:
- CWC is an Online certification program series on Cooling water chemistry and its management where we study in detail quality parameters, analysis & its effects, Types circulation & cost economics of its chemistry, impact-based indicators, controlling and monitoring of cooling towers, and case studies
Water Reduction Program
- The course is aimed at preparing the participants for performing a water audit of their own on their premises. It helps to understand and implement the 4Rs: reduce, reuse, recycle, and recharge leading to a reduction in specific water consumption based on a broad set of common impact indicators. Step-by-step methodology for a water audit, Approach for implementing no-cost, low-cost water conservation measures, Strategies for achieving zero water discharge levels using the 4R mechanisms of reduce, recycle, reuse, and recharge. Use of emerging technologies for sustainable and eco-friendly industrial production
4. Analysis & Social Impact:
Our cutting-edge laboratory infrastructure enables comprehensive analysis of water quality parameters excluding radioactive contaminants. Furthermore, we leverage equipment at IIT-Madras for imaging, characterization, and trace element detection down to parts per trillion levels. Whether as a standalone service or integrated into projects, our water quality analysis solutions are tailored to meet your needs.
Our team of scientists and expert panel members will meticulously discuss your requirements, devise optimal analysis methods, and interpret results. Additionally, we offer discounted rates and customizable services for regular customers through a consortia model. Our primary focus is on problem resolution and maximizing social impact, both directly and indirectly.
Our state-of-the-art lab facilities for Research & Development
