Case Study: Resin Optimization for Metal Finishing

Client Profile

A busy metal finishing plant in the Greater Toronto Area specializing in electroplating and surface treatment. The facility operates multiple rinse lines and requires consistent DI water quality to prevent spotting, scaling, and contamination.

Challenge

The existing DI system was undersized for the plant’s throughput. Resin tanks required regeneration every 30 days, causing frequent service interruptions and elevated operating costs.

Solution

Eclipse Water Technologies conducted a flow audit and resin exhaustion analysis. We recommended a reconfiguration that included:

• Upsized mixed-bed DI tanks with higher exchange capacity
• Staggered tank deployment to balance flow demand
• Service schedule adjustment based on actual resin loading

Our team continues to provide on-site support and performance tracking.

Results

Regeneration frequency was reduced from every 30 days to every 6 weeks, improving uptime and lowering service costs. The plant now operates with greater confidence and fewer disruptions.