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In the world of industrial compressed air systems, condensate management is often an overlooked challenge. If your facility uses lubricated air compressors, you are legally required to treat the oily condensate before disposal. Introducing the ROWS series Oil Water Separator from Shanghai Rocky Machinery—a compact, efficient, and reliable solution designed to help businesses across Europe, the Americas, Russia, and Southeast Asia meet stringent environmental standards while reducing waste disposal costs.
Why Oil-Water Separation is Critical
During air compression, water vapor condenses and mixes with lubricating oil, creating an oily condensate. Discharging this mixture untreated is not only harmful to the environment but also illegal in most industrial regions .
Environmental Impact: One liter of oil can contaminate up to one million liters of groundwater .
Regulatory Compliance: Jurisdictions including the EU, US (EPA), and Russia enforce strict limits (often 5–15 ppm) on oil content in discharged water .
Cost Savings: Proper separation reduces hazardous waste hauling costs by up to 90% .
How the ROWS series Works
The ROWS utilizes a multi-stage adsorption and filtration process to effectively separate oil from water without complex chemical treatments .
Pre-Filtration & Gravity Separation: Inlet condensate is depressurized, allowing free oils to rise and separate.
Oleophilic Media Stage: The core of the ROWS uses polypropylene fibers with an oleophilic (oil-attracting) and hydrophobic (water-repelling) coating. Oil droplets stick to the fibers, while water passes through .
Final Polishing (Activated Carbon): Remaining traces of oil and hydrocarbons are adsorbed by activated carbon, ensuring the discharged water meets environmental standards .
This results in an outlet concentration of less than 10ppm, making it safe for disposal into municipal sewer systems .
Key Selling Points & Advantages
1.Global Compliance Ready
Whether you are operating under EU environmental directives, US EPA 40 CFR regulations, or Russian GOST requirements, the ROWS 20 is engineered to help you achieve compliance and avoid heavy fines .
2. Robust & Simple Design
No Moving Parts: Reduces maintenance needs and increases reliability.
Easy Installation: Compact skid-mounted design integrates seamlessly into existing compressor systems.
Long-Lasting Media: High-capacity filtration media ensures long service life and lower operating costs.
3. High Separation Efficiency
Capable of handling a wide range of compressor lubricants, including synthetic oils, the ROWS achieves an oil removal efficiency of up to 99.5% .
4.Versatile Applications
Suitable for a variety of industries, including:
General Manufacturing
Automotive Shops
Mining & Construction
Food & Beverage Processing
Petrochemical Facilities
Regional Relevance
Europe & The Americas
With tightening regulations on industrial discharge, companies in the EU and North America rely on efficient separation to meet ISO 14001 environmental goals and local discharge permits. The ROWS series offers the reliability required for zero-failure compliance .
Russia & CIS
As the Russian market expands its industrial base, environmental responsibility becomes key. The ROWS series provides a robust solution for harsh climates and demanding industrial applications .
Southeast Asia
Rapid industrialization in countries like Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia brings increased scrutiny on wastewater. The ROWS series helps local facilities modernize their operations and adhere to international environmental standards .
The ROWS series Oil Water Separator is more than just a piece of equipment; it is an investment in corporate responsibility, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. By effectively removing oil from condensate, you protect the environment, adhere to the law, and save money on waste disposal.
Contact Shanghai Rocky Machinery Co., Ltd. today to discuss your condensate management needs.
