Hydroflux Completes a 7.2MLD Membrane Bioreactor Upgrade for Ballina WWTP

Hydroflux recently completed the upgrade of the Ballina WWTP to increase the plant’s MBR filtration capacity from 5.4 to 7.2 ML/day ADWF, deliver a new UV disinfection system, provide new process instrumentation, SCADA modifications and required site construction alterations. The upgrade will provide a higher level of treatment in addition to increased membrane filtration capacity.  

Thirty-six new ultra-filtration flat sheet membrane modules manufactured by Toray-MMBR were retrofitted to the MBR filtration zones. The retrofit modules were designed for easy integration within the site constraints and existing process pipework. A new UV disinfection system was also installed to increase the level of virus and bacteria removal. Two new 80 L/s in pipe UV systems were installed.

Project Highlights

• Increased capacity of the membrane bioreactor trains
• Enhanced performance due to new ultra-filtration membrane modules replacing existing micro-filtration modules
• New inline UV technology with increased performance for virus inactivation

Technology Highlights

• New Toray-MMBR Membrane Modules provide increased surface area per module compared to the existing units, allowing increased capacity in the same footprint  
• The modules were designed to be easily retrofitted with minimal site modifications, using existing base frames, scouring blowers, permeate and aeration headers
• UF based filtration provides higher quality effluent over the decommissioned MF type units originally installed

To learn more about how Hydroflux can help upgrade your wastewater treatment plant, provide Aeration and MBR packages or retrofit MBR modules to existing sites – please contact us on 1300 417 697 or visit www.hydrofluxepco.au.

About the Hydroflux Group

The Hydroflux Group aims to deliver the highest level of engineering and scientific know-how to the emerging issues of sustainability, climate adaptation and environmental protection with a specific focus on water and wastewater.

As part of its vision and mission, Hydroflux has always taken its climate responsibility seriously. In 2022, Hydroflux became Australia’s first water treatment and technology company to achieve Climate Active carbon neutral certification for its organisation and products. It knows that partnering with customers and clients is the most significant impact it can have in its journey. The Group employs over 100 staff and operates throughout Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, with office locations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Auckland, Suva and Portsmouth.