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Navigating Water Scarcity and Pollutant Management in High-Tech Manufacturing
The production of semiconductors and batteries relies on ultrapure water (UPW) and chemicals of the highest quality to ensure seamless manufacturing and avoid costly product losses. However, the industry faces significant challenges:
- Water Scarcity: Limited availability of raw water resources.
- Pollutant Management: Strict legal limits on wastewater pollutants.
- Resource Recovery: Loss of valuable materials like copper, nickel, and gold in wastewater, impacting both sustainability and profitability.
Innovative Solutions for Ultrapure Water and Wastewater Treatment
Bilfinger provides end-to-end solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of semiconductor and battery manufacturers. These include:
Ultrapure Water Systems
- Design, construction, and commissioning of UPW systems.
- Integration of UPW loops, interconnecting piping, and hook-ups.
Wastewater Treatment
- Advanced systems for pollutant removal and resource recovery.
- Recycling of up to 80% of process water.
Chemical Management
- Storage, discharge, and recycling of chemicals like sulfuric acid and ammonia.
Standardized Design
- Optimized budgets and time-efficient implementation.

100
%
uptime of water related systems
80
%
of process water can be recycled
Achieving Sustainability and Efficiency with Bilfinger's Proven Expertise
Bilfinger’s solutions deliver tangible benefits that drive efficiency, sustainability, and compliance:
- Efficiency:
- 100% uptime of water-related systems ensures uninterrupted production, even during maintenance.
- Sustainability:
- Up to 80% of process water is recycled.
- Recovery of valuable metals and chemicals reduces environmental impact and generates additional revenue.
- Compliance:
- Adherence to strict legal wastewater standards.


Bilfinger: Your Trusted Partner for Pure Water Solutions in High-Tech Manufacturing
- Proven Expertise: Decades of experience in ultrapure water and wastewater treatment systems.
- Global Reach: Localized support through a network in Europe, the USA, and the Middle East.
- End-to-End Solutions: From engineering and fabrication to installation and maintenance.
- Sustainability Focus: Tailor-made recycling systems to minimize resource consumption.

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Martin Sampl
Head of Product Management/Sales Business Unit Pure Water


