Chile Copper Mine: Scale Cut on 6–30 Inch Pipelines

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Key results

Reduced scale build-up

Reliable flowmeter readings

200m pipeline coverage

The Challenge

Scale buildup increased pumping energy demand

Flowmeters produced inaccurate readings

Pipes required costly replacement work

Pipe replacement caused water loss and downtime

Valves and controls became difficult to operate

The Solution

HydroFLOW® units were installed externally on copper mining pipelines from 6 inch to 30 inch (152mm to 762mm) diameter carrying process, effluent and return water. The signal disrupts the conditions that bond scale to surfaces, so deposits reduce and flowmeters, valves and pumps stay operational without chemicals or mechanical cleaning.