Do you have questions about our STS water treatment systems? On this page, you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about the operation, applications, and benefits of STS. Our systems are designed to optimize water quality and make processes more efficient and sustainable.
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1. What is STS at JB Groep?
STS stands for Smart Technical Solutions and is JB Groep’s water purification and ultrafiltration system, specifically developed to filter, disinfect, and reuse water for applications such as irrigation and industrial processes.
2. How does the STS ultrafiltration technology work?
The STS system uses a durable pumping system that guides water through multiple filtration stages - first removing coarse contaminants, then finer particles - followed by ultrafiltration using membranes down to 0.02 microns. This process physically removes fungi, bacteria, and viruses from the water.
3. What types of water can STS treat?
STS is suitable for various water sources, including surface water, river water, rainwater, drainage water, and recirculation water. It can also be used as pre-filtration for reverse osmosis installations.
4. What are the benefits of STS ultrafiltration?
Key benefits include improved water quality without the use of chemicals, removal of micro-organisms down to very small particles, preservation of nutrient values in the water, more stable pH levels, and up to 70% lower energy consumption compared to alternative purification technologies.
5. How clean is the water after STS treatment?
Thanks to the ultrafiltration membranes, micro-organisms such as bacteria and viruses are removed very effectively, with removal rates of up to LOG-6 for bacteria and LOG-4 for viruses.
6. Is STS water treatment energy-efficient and sustainable?
Yes, STS systems consume significantly less energy than conventional treatment methods such as UV disinfection and operate with PFAS-free membranes, contributing to sustainable water treatment.
7. What are typical applications of STS systems?
STS installations are used in sectors such as horticulture, industry, car wash facilities, and other situations where water reuse and water quality are essential.
8. Which STS models are available and what are their capacities?
A range of models is available, with capacities from 50 m³/day up to 800 m³/day. Multiple units can be combined for larger-scale applications.
9. Can STS technology be integrated with existing systems?
Yes, STS systems can be used as standalone solutions or integrated with climate control systems and external control interfaces, including cloud-based monitoring and operation.
10. What is the difference between STS ultrafiltration and other water treatment methods?
Ultrafiltration physically removes micro-organisms from the water, unlike some alternative methods (such as UV treatment) that only inactivate them without removing them. This results in cleaner water and a lower risk of recontamination.
11. Why do customers choose STS from JB Groep?
Customers choose STS because of its high filtration efficiency, energy savings, broad applicability, and the combination of sustainable water management with proven water treatment results in industrial and agricultural environments.