Case Study Surpassing Aerospace Compliance
AllWater Technologies Successfully Implements TSA Process

A specialised engineering firm in aerospace manufacturing, Aero Fabrications Ltd. sought support for its business expansion. To meet this need, AllWater Technologies designed and installed a comprehensive water treatment solution for their new Tartaric Sulphuric Anodising (TSA) line.

Case Study Overview

  • Company: Aero Fabrications
  • Industry: Specialised Engineering for Aerospace Manufacturing
  • Requirement: Support growth in aerospace business.
  • Implemented Solution: Comprehensive Water Treatment for New Tartaric Sulphuric Anodising (TSA) Line
  • Results: Supply of high purity water for process solution make-up and rinsing Effluent treatment consistently achieved compliance limits set by the local water authority

The Challenge

The aerospace industry’s gradual shift away from hexavalent chrome, due to its carcinogenic properties, and continued growth led to a requirement for Aero Fabrications to install a new TSA process line. The distinctive chemistry of TSA makes it inherently more challenging to control and maintain compared to hexavalent chrome. The interactions between Tartaric acid and Sulphuric acid demand precise monitoring and adjustment, posing operational challenges during the anodising process. Treatment of TSA waste presents many challenges due to the complexing nature of the contaminants.

The Solution

AllWater Technologies designed and implemented a tailored solution that included a Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant to meet Airbus spec A water requirements and an advanced Water Treatment Plant for the TSA line’s waste. To ensure optimal efficiency, AllWater Technologies conducted rigorous laboratory testing, and designed a robust, automated system capable of handling the complexities of TSA chemistry.

Steps Taken

  • RO Plant Design: AllWater Technologies conducted tap water analysis and RO membrane projections, to design an RO plant that would produce water meeting Airbus spec A standards.
  • TSA Waste Treatment: Laboratory tests were conducted using TSA samples to optimise the waste treatment process, ensuring the highest possible level of automation and compliance with discharge regulations.

The Result

From town’s water inlet to compliance with discharge to foul sewer, AllWater introduced a comprehensive solution to all Aero Fabrication’s water and waste water requirements. The fully operational water treatment and anodising systems now exhibit efficiency and effectiveness, whilst meeting compliance limits for external governing parties, including Boeing and Airbus.

Conclusion

The validated TSA process positions Aero Fabrications as a go-to provider for Boeing and Airbus, potentially attracting more business as the industry shifts away from hexavalent chrome. AllWater Technologies’ role in this transformative journey has ensured that their Aluminium anodising process receives a consistently high quality of pure water for rinsing and also consistently achieves compliance limits.

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