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innovations and pilots innovations and pilots innovations and pilots innovations and pilots New ozonation technology purifies water sustainably New chemicals enter our aquatic environment via wastewater treatment plants. These include residues of medicines, synthetic or natural hormones, personal care products and industrial chemicals. The increasing focus on removing these micro-pollutants from surface water, along with the growing need for robust water systems for water reuse and closed loops, is reflected in stricter regulations for WWTPs. They have to take additional treatment steps. Purifying water at its source New hotels, campsites, industrial buildings, ... all places with potential to purify water locally. The Flemish Hydrohm and Dutch PureBlue Water want to develop a hydrolysis unit to facilitate this. The E-hydro technology makes it possible to purify decentrally in a cost-effective and energy-neutral way. Moreover, the technology offers possibilities to upcycle the organic stream through fermentation and thereby produce products such as bioplastics. Sustainable distillation Distillation is a widely used technique in the chemical and food industries. Due to the high heat demand, the technique has a large energy consumption. For example, in the Netherlands and Belgium, approximately 110 GWh are consumed annually for the production of distilled drinks. That corresponds to the energy consumption of approximately 32,500 households. Three companies are going to cooperate in order to drastically reduce that consumption and the corresponding CO2 emissions. Website pagina

sustainable destillation Sustainable Destillation sustainable destillation Sustainable Destillation Sustainable distillation Distillation is a widely used technique in the chemical and food industries. Due to the demand for high heat, the process consumes large amounts of energy. For example, in the Netherlands and Belgium, approximately 110 GWh are consumed annually for the production of distilled drinks. That is the equivalent of approximately 32,500 households. Three companies are going to cooperate in order to drastically reduce that consumption and the corresponding CO2 emissions. Two complementary partners In recent years, the Flemish SME Merlin Innovation has accrued expertise in the development of sustainable production processes in which it makes full use of solar energy and heat. Together with the Dutch SME PureBlue Water, specialists in waste-water technology and innovative water treatment processes, they will develop a prototype to produce grain alcohol and non-alcoholic distillates in a sustainable way through fermentation and distillation. 100% sustainable production process According to Kevin van de Merlen (Merlin Innovation), "The goal of our project is to produce distilled alcohol in a completely sustainable and CO2-neutral way. The use of solar energy alone, however, does not provide enough energy for this. Therefore, we will use innovative techniques such as vacuum and membrane technology to reduce the energy requirement while greatly reducing water consumption and coolant energy. In the future, the developed solution can also be used to produce bioethanol in a sustainable way." Non-alcoholic gin Finally, the partners will also look at the production of non-alcohol drinks. There is an increasing demand for non-alcohol beverages that are similar in taste to alcohol distillates. These also require even more energy because of their higher boiling point. A sustainable solution is being developed for this, too. CO2 savings Per bottle of gin we can save about 1kWh, and per litre of pure alcohol, we will save 3 kWh. Each kWh saved results in a CO2 savings of 0.2 kg. The first (smaller) unit we want to develop will be able to produce about 10,000 litres of pure ethanol per year, saving 6000 kg of CO2. This project receives financial support from the European Union. Website pagina

Decentralised Treatment Decentralised Treatment Decentralised Treatment Decentralised Treatment E-hydro technology for decentralised purification in a cost-efficient and energy-neutral way While many water treatment plants were centralised in the 1950s to enable follow-up and logistics, there is gradually a shift towards more decentralisation. The large distances between treatment plants have a negative impact on water quality, energy consumption, and CO2 emissions. The water is sometimes on route for several days from the source to the WWTP. As a result, a lot of the useful organic substances in the water disappear into the air as CO2 and even methane. Advantages Hydrohm from East Flanders and PureBlue Water from Zeeland know that decentralising water treatment will yield major benefits. Aa Angelo de Mul, director of PureBlue Water, states, “Decentralised purification ensures that the organic fraction is not lost and limits the formation of methane and greenhouse gas emissions during sewer transport. We can reuse the water locally, the investment and purification costs are much lower, and the extraction of biogas from the sludge is improving significantly.” In a previous CrossRoads2 project, PureBlue Water recorded these findings, and a first pilot has already been developed for the decentralized purification of waste water. The expertise of both partners lies in water technology and systems. Hydrohm, a spin-off of Ghent University, conducts research into the electrification of water treatment and develops local and sustainable water systems, with a focus on quality and health. PureBlue Water focuses on wastewater technology for both the industrial and the municipal market and develops innovative water-treatment processes. From sludge to biogas The crucial aspect for successful decentralised water treatment is to develop an effective way to process the formed organic substances, 'sludge', so that it can be used elsewhere, such as in biogas production and the upcycling of the residual fraction. At the moment, the collection of sludge is still inefficient and the biogas yields when fermenting sludge without pre-treatment are low. The two project partners want to tackle these two problems in their CR2SE project. They do this by developing a sludge hydrolysis unit that uses the organic acids formed from the sludge to effectively stabilize and hydrolyse the sludge without adding chemicals. Kevin van de Merlen, R&D manager PureBlue Water states, “If successful, the project can also be rolled out to other organic by-products in order to greatly increase the potential of, for example, biopolymers from fatty acids. Also organic waste could be hydrolysed locally in this way. There are enormous opportunities here, but mixing streams with sewage sludge is not yet allowed.” CO2-impact The proposed E-Hydro technology is expected to emit 50% less CO2 than the current process because the organic residual fraction is efficiently used and less energy is required for this. As Pieter Naert, co-founder of Hydrohm, points out, “We save a lot of energy because the water does not have to be pumped that far and because it hydrolyses en route to the WWTP. The less hydrolysis, the less energy is needed to remove the organic waste from the water. It also allows us to convert 40% of the carbon into useful carbon, which can be used in bioplastics. Because we can produce bioplastics from waste water, we also save on fossil fuels at the same time.” “In total, we have the potential to save 4,200 tons of CO2 per year per 100,000 inhabitants. For the whole of the Netherlands, that amounts to an annual savings of 720,000 tons of CO2 and for Belgium 483,000 tons of CO2.” CO2 Savings An annual saving of 4,200 tons of CO2 per 100,000 inhabitants This project receives financial support from the European Union. Website pagina

New Ozonation Technology New Ozonation Technology New Ozonation Technology New Ozonation Technology New ozonation technology sustainably purifies water Through sewage treatment plants (WWTPs), new chemicals enter our aquatic environment. These include residues of medicines, synthetic or natural hormones, personal care products and industrial chemicals. The increasing focus on removing these micro-pollutants from surface water, along with the growing need for robust water systems for reusing water and closing loops, are reflected in the stricter regulations for WWTPs. They need to take additional treatment steps. More treatment leads to higher CO2 emissions However, removing these micro-pollutants from wastewater is complex, and it requires more and more energy, leading to rising CO2 emissions. Existing techniques lead to a 55% increase in CO2 emissions. This contradiction inspired us, along with the Flemish AM-TEAM, to develop a more sustainable solution. The result is a new ozonation technology, combined with biological purification, which PureBlue Water renamed 'HydrOzone' technology. The AM-TEAM will build a 'digital twin' from this - a smart digital copy that can predict parameters that cannot be measured in reality. Sustainable water purification Kevin van de Merlen, PureBlue Water states, "In this project, we will develop a sustainable water purification system that is suitable for treating wastewater at a WWTP. We will combine a new type of ozonation reactor with a biological-purification system. Thanks to the better use of the ozone and the biological processes, we will achieve minimal energy consumption and a relevantly lower CO2 emission than the best existing techniques." "Based on a feasibility study conducted earlier, our technology will emit 3 to 7 times less CO2 than the other best-available technologies. In the Netherlands alone, we will then save 110,160 tons of CO2 annually compared to current ozone technology with a sand filter. This reference is based on a WWTP with 100,000 population equivalents." Specializations complement each other PureBlue Water specializes in wastewater technology for both industrial and communal markets. In this project, the company will focus on the development of advanced oxidation technology and biological treatment. AM-TEAM is a spin-off of Ghent University and helps the water industry worldwide with advanced process simulations for optimization, design, scaling-up and operation of treatment and purification processes. They use their expertise to develop the kinetic and dynamic models in a reactor where the ozone is mixed. This allows 'what-if' tests to be performed that are not possible in practice and to predict parameters (e.g. drug residues) that are difficult to measure in practice. CO2 Savings An annual saving of 4,200 tons of CO2 per 100,000 inhabitants. This project receives financial support from the European Union. Website pagina

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News News PureBlue Magazine Read all about our latest developments and innovations on the MicroPack Generation Read more Succesful trademission Dubai From 1 to 7 November, we took part in the trade mission to the United Arab Emirates. The theme of the mission was sustainable innovations in the fields of science, energy and food. Read more PureBlue nominated for the #MVOprijs Zeeuws-Vlaanderen We have been nominated for the #MVOprijs Zeeuws-Vlaanderen . And we are proud of it! With our entire team, we work on sustainability every day. Read more PureBlue Climate School succes! The first Climate School is a fact. We welcomed 50 children and their parents for a fun, educational day on the theme of climate and the role of water. Read more Website pagina

Service Engineer Service Engineer Service Engineer Service Engineer Welcome to our world - the world of clean water. As a service engineer you will be responsible for the assembly, construction (both electrical and mechanical) and installation of water treatment installations. You will also carry out maintenance work and checks at customer sites, both in the region and abroad. You will diagnose failures and coordinate the necessary work with colleagues and the customer. You will take a practical look at the installations and give advice on how to improve them in terms of safety, environment, and quality. You will assist in testing the installations. You will work in the business office and have regular contact with the project leaders, engineers, work planners and technologists. Department The Operational Office Departments task is to design, build, install, operate and service installations Characteristics of a Successful Candidate Flexible Customer oriented and communicative Pragmatic Financialy aware Quality oriented Stress resilient Organized Education & Experience MBO (mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, electronics) Must have a minimum of VCA Basic or are willing to obtain this diploma Must be in possession of a drivers license B Knowledge of NEN 3140 is an added value Must have an excellent command of the English/Dutch language. If you do not speak the Dutch language, you are willing to learn it. Knowledge of French or German is an asset. What We Offer We offer a position within an innovative and growing company. You will be involved in sustainable projects. You will work together with an enthusiastic and dedicated team. Comments If you would like to be part of our awesome team, please come by for an introduction. Call or text Guyon Levels (Finance/Staff) 06 - 5159 3587. If you have a letter and CV ready, you can always email them to Guyon glevels@pureblue.nl First name * Last name * Email * Phone number * Birth date * CV * Add your CV here Motivation letter * Add here your motivation for applying Motivation and/or explanation * Send Website pagina

Open application Open application Open application Open application We are constantly looking out for new colleagues with a passion for our profession. We believe that talent and enthusiasm are more important than a diploma or extensive experience. We believe that if you are in the right place, you can achieve anything, and we are here to help. That is why we ask people who may not have the right diploma to come and meet us and perhaps spend the day checking us out. Also, if you are looking for something more rewarding than your current job, we encourage you to contact us. You will be joining a company where there are plenty of opportunities and training possibilities and where your colleagues are always ready to help you. What Can We Offer You As an enthusiast, we can always offer you beautiful, challenging work in an informal and dynamic work environment, a place where you are more than just a pawn in a game of chess. Our culture is based on mutual trust and personal responsibility. You will get the opportunity to develop yourself within the company, and you will receive full training. Furthermore, we value maintaining long-term client/employee relationships. Communication skills, a client-oriented attitude, flexibility, and collegiality are essential to this. We Are Constantly Looking for Enthusiasts For the Following Areas / Functions All-round craftsperson All-round engineering (all disciplines, all levels) Logistics and warehouse Service and maintenance Assembly, production, and mounting Business office Purchasing and work preparation Business Administration Shipping Laboratory technology Metal and construction engineering Welding Process engineering and process improvement Construction Technical services Corporate internships and graduation assignments (in all possible fields) If you would like to be part of our awesome team, please come by for an introduction. Call or text Guyon Levels (Finance/Staff) 06 - 5159 3587. If you have a letter and CV ready, you can always email them to Guyon glevels@pureblue.nl Open sollicitatie Heb je interesse in werken bij PureBlue? Solliciteer dan direct via dit formulier. Je hoort dan binnen enkele dagen van ons. First name * Last name * Email * Phone number * Birth date * CV * Add your CV here Motivation letter * Add here your motivation for applying Motivation and/or explanation * Send Website pagina