Ballast Water
The discharge of ballast water is now a major concern for the marine industry worldwide. To assist operators of ocean going vessels in meeting the International Maritime Organization's (IMO's) impending ballast water discharge requirements, ETS will soon be providing validated, onboard UV Ballast Water treatment systems that are compact, easy to install and simple to operate.
All ocean-going vessels take on water to provide ballast and stability, where upon arrival to their destination the water is released. This water contains marine microorganisms such as zooplankton, veligers, algae, bacteria, viruses and the eggs, cysts, and larvae of various species. When discharged, these transported species threaten to invade the natural balance of local eco systems, often out-competing native species and causing serious damage both environmentally and economically. Ballast discharge is now treated as one of the greatest threats to the world's oceans.
In order to combat this problem, ETS offers highly advanced Ultraviolet systems for the treatment of ships ballast water before it is released into the oceanic environment. Our leading compact chamber designs allow for ease of installation into restricted spaces and provides protection against microorganisms, zooplankton, veligers, algae, bacteria, viruses, eggs, cysts, and larvae without the use of chemicals. This leads to an environmentally friendly solution to the challenges faced by marine engineers worldwide.
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