Industrial water is used in a range of industrial processes, including manufacturing, cooling, cleaning, and production. Groundwater, surface water, and public water supplies are some of the possible sources for this water. Furthermore, it might be polluted with various diseases, chemicals, or metals, making it dangerous to consume or release into the environment.
Wastewater is any water that has been used but is no longer suitable for its original purpose. Industrial Wastewater is water that has been contaminated by various contaminants as a result of industrial processes. This can involve inorganic and organic materials, heavy metals, and different compounds.
Removing toxins and pollutants from water used in industrial processes or produced as a by-product is a key component of the treatment of industrial water and Wastewater. The treatment processes' three main objectives are to protect public health, comply with legal requirements, and prevent environmental damage by reducing the levels of contaminants.
There are a variety of techniques that can be used in industrial water treatment, depending on the specific contaminants that are present. Processes like coagulation and precipitation, as well as physical ones like sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection, can be included in this list of possible processes. The process of treating industrial Waste water may include membrane filtering, reverse osmosis, biological treatment, which uses microorganisms to break down organic contaminants, and more advanced treatment methods.
The primary purpose of industrial water and Wastewater treatment is to produce water that is safe for discharge into the environment or for reuse in industrial processes. Businesses can lower their water use and environmental impact while still adhering to rules in this way, safeguarding both the environment and the general public's health.
The COVID-19 outbreak has had a significant impact on industrial water and Wastewater treatment, both in terms of the volume and quality of generated Wastewater as well as treatment plant operations.
Changes in consumer behaviour and industrial production patterns brought on by the epidemic have altered water demand. For instance, the demand for water has significantly decreased in several industries, such as hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues, as a result of closures or decreased occupancy. The rising use of medical technology and internet communication platforms has raised the demand for water in other sectors, such as data centres and healthcare facilities.
Rise in Domestic Wastewater: There has been an increase in the production of domestic Wastewater as a result of the widespread usage of masks, gloves, and other personal protective equipment. These objects are frequently disposed of inappropriately, which causes clogging of the treatment plant's machinery and sewer systems, necessitating more frequent maintenance work and raising operating expenses.
Disruptions to supply chains: The epidemic has caused shortages of chemicals and other supplies required for the treatment of Wastewater and drinking water. This has caused higher expenditures and delays in the functioning of the plant.
Use of disinfectants has grown as a result of the pandemic in treatment facilities in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. Higher disinfectant concentrations in Wastewater as a result of this could influence treatment operations' effectiveness and drive up treatment costs.
Overall, industrial water and Wastewater treatment has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 epidemic. To continue supplying the public with safe and hygienic water, treatment plants must be adaptable and able to meet the changing needs and difficulties of the pandemic.
Malaysia Industrial Water and Waste Water Treatment Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as; Britech Engineering, Darco Water Treatment, Salcon Berhad, Tailworks Group Sdn.
Malaysia Industrial Water and Waste Water Treatment Market Segmentation:
By Industry: Based on the Industry, Malaysia Industrial Water and Waste Water Treatment Market is segmented as; Agriculture and Food, Electronics, Oil and Gas, Palm Oil, Others.
By Region: This report also provides the data for key regional segments of North, Kuala Lumpur, South and East, Sabah and Sarawak.
This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.