Local system successfully remediates 25 000 tons of soil
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After an estimated 400 000 ℓ of diesel was spilled in May 2013, the contaminated soil was stockpiled on site, Procon started work in October to remediate. Procon managing director Kuno Kerlen reveals that the Oil Buster system was able to successfully remediate 25 000 tons of soil. "In the past, this spillage would have had a devastating effect on the environment, in addition to the increased costs and prolonged downtime associated to the cleanup process. The speed and effectiveness of the Oil Buster system therefore averted a disaster."
After several months of extensive research and development, the Oil Buster system was officially launched in South Africa in October 2013. Kuno explains that the new machine is capable of processing large quantities of soil, while simultaneously adding the required microbes, nutrients and other bioremediation components according to predetermined mixture ratios.
"The costly and hazardous process of standard soil bioremediation has been dramatically simplified by the launch of this system, which serves as an efficient and cost effective alternative to the full extraction, removal and transportation of contaminated soil to an approved hazardous waste facility. This results in measurable savings on costs and rehabilitation turnaround times," he says.
According to Kuno, the Oil Buster system is also more accurate and environmentally friendly than in-situ bioremediation, which is done by tilling the soil mechanically or by hand and adding in oil degrading microbes, absorbents, chemicals and nutrients.
"During this method, the components are not always homogenously mixed with the hydrocarbon contaminant within the soil. Oil Buster ensures complete distribution of the components in the treated soil, while improved aeration results in an improved bioremediation process," he adds.
Kuno points out that the Oil Buster system is designed for clients operating in industries ranging from petrochemical and mining, to transport and general industry. "With the capacity to treat approximately 20 -30 tons of soil per hour, depending on the soil type, the Oil Buster system enables these operations to complete large remediation jobs quicker than traditional methods with less personnel on site, thereby reducing the associated health and safety and environmental risks."
Given the success of the Oil Buster system immediately after its official launch, Kuno indicates that he is confident of the future outlook. "This is a unique and highly effective product that provides Procon clients with the peace of mind that the remediation process will be successful, within agreed timeframes, thanks to the scientific and automated nature of the remediation process. All of this is achieved at a significantly reduced cost, which translates to savings for our clients. As industries move towards more environmentally sustainable business practices, I believe that the Oil Buster system has the potential to gain considerable market share locally and abroad," he concludes.
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About Procon Environmental Technologies
Today more than ever before it is the responsibility of companies and their employees to be aware of pollution and its environmental consequences. While the first principle of environmental management is that prevention is better than cure, accidents and spills do happen. It is for this reason that Procon Environmental Technologies was established in 1993. We offer a full scope of Environmental Products & Technologies, specialising in systems that minimise the impact of contamination on the environment and surrounding areas. The company has secured exclusive partnerships with international companies that are world leaders in their field of expertise.
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