Salts for water treatment

Salts in water treatment are chemical compounds containing cations and anions. These components can be used for various purposes, including water purification and conditioning. 

Ionization Capacity: Salts dissociate in solution, releasing ions that can interact with other substances present in water.

Variability: There is a wide variety of salts with different properties, allowing their use in specific applications. 

Precipitation: Some salts can induce the precipitation of impurities, facilitating their removal from water. 

Conditioning: They contribute to adjusting the pH of water, preventing corrosion of pipes and equipment. 

Waste Treatment: They are used in wastewater treatment for the precipitation of suspended solids and the removal of heavy metals. 

Water Softening: Ion exchange salts, such as sodium salts, are used to remove calcium and magnesium ions that cause hardness in water.

Coagulation and Flocculation: Some salts, such as aluminum sulfate, are used in the coagulation and flocculation of solid particles in water, facilitating their removal. 

Disinfection: Sodium hypochlorite, a salt, is used for water disinfection by eliminating pathogenic microorganisms. 

pH Control: Acidic or alkaline salts are added to water to adjust its pH and prevent corrosion. 

Metal Removal: Salts like lead sulfate are used in treating water contaminated with heavy metals to precipitate and remove them. 

Water Quality Improvement: They help remove impurities and improve the quality of drinking and process water.

Equipment Protection: They prevent scale formation and corrosion in pipes and treatment systems. 

Efficiency in Industrial Processes: They facilitate water treatment in the industry, improving the efficiency and quality of processes. 

Regulatory Compliance: They help comply with environmental and water quality regulations. 

Sustainability: They contribute to sustainable water resource management by reducing pollution and waste.