Self-Cleaning Water-Filtration Reduces Airport Maintenance

Overview:
John Wayne Airport, located in Santa Ana, California, faced challenges with its cooling system due to the lack of filtration. Dirt and dust from airplanes lowered efficiency, requiring harder pumping and frequent cleaning. Tekleen’s self-cleaning filters offered a solution.

• Challenges:
  Inefficient cooling system: The lack of filtration allowed dirt and dust to accumulate, reducing system efficiency and requiring additional pumping power.
• High maintenance costs: Frequent cleaning of the cooling towers was necessary due to the buildup of contaminants.
• Environmental concerns: Traditional cleaning methods used large amounts of water, raising environmental concerns.

Solutions:
Tekleen’s self-cleaning filters effectively address the challenges of inefficient cooling systems, high maintenance costs, and environmental concerns. By implementing this technology, the airport achieved significant improvements in system efficiency, cost savings, and environmental sustainability.

Results:

• Improved system efficiency: The Tekleen filters eliminated the need for additional pumping power due to cleaner water flow, leading to reduced energy consumption.
• Reduced maintenance costs: The automatic backwash feature significantly minimized the need for manual cleaning, lowering overall maintenance costs.
• Environmental benefits: The reduced water usage for cleaning contributed to a more sustainable operation.
• Cleaner water flow: The airport observed cleaner water flow through the system, indicating improved system performance and potential for extended chiller life.
• Fast payback period: The reduced pumping costs and maintenance savings are expected to offset the initial cost of the Tekleen filters within the first year.