Executive Summary
Rising environmental mandates and operational efficiency demands drive steel plants to adopt advanced filtration technologies. This case study details Lefilter's EPC delivery of twin-cyclone filtration systems - demonstrating how integrated engineering resolves scaling challenges while reducing lifecycle costs.
Why EPC Delivery Matters for Filtration Projects
EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) methodology provides turnkey advantages for complex industrial retrofits:
Integrated Value Proposition
Cost Transparency
Single-point accountability eliminates change orders and interface risks
Schedule Certainty
Parallel engineering and fabrication reduces commissioning timeline by 40%
Twin-Cyclone Technology: Operational Advantages
Performance Highlights
| Parameter | Improvement |
|---|
| SS Removal | >95% @ 50μm |
| Backwash Frequency | Reduced 60% |
| Energy Consumption | 0.8kW/100m³ |
Maintenance Innovation
Case Study: 16-Unit Retrofit in Tier 1 Steel Plant
Project Scope
Technical Interventions
Material Science Upgrade
Hydrophilic/Oleophobic fiber media replacing sand beds
Valve System Overhaul
16× DN300 butterfly valves
32× DN150 ball valves
Position feedback sensors
Environmental Compliance
Zero-discharge sludge dewatering system
Validated Outcomes
✓ 30% filtration efficiency increase
✓ 15% OPEX reduction
✓ 12-month performance warranty
Strategic Value of EPC Model
Client Benefits
Industry Applications
• Blast furnace cooling • Rolling mill scale pits • Coke oven quenching
Conclusion: Smart Filtration = Sustainable Operations
This project demonstrates how twin-cyclone technology combined with EPC execution delivers quantifiable ROI through:
Precision engineering matching process requirements
Operational resilience via redundant designs
Sustainability alignment with circular water principles
