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Electrochlorination Systems for the Mining Industry
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Advanced Water Treatment Solutions for Mining Operations
Water Engineers Australia's Oximax™ Electrochlorination Systems provide a safe, reliable and cost-effective solution for water disinfection across the mining industry. By generating fresh sodium hypochlorite on-site using only salt, water and electricity, Oximax eliminates the need to transport, store and handle hazardous chlorine gas or bulk liquid chemicals, improving safety while reducing operating costs.
Engineered for Australia's demanding mining environments, Oximax systems deliver continuous, automated disinfection for potable water, process water, recycled water, wastewater, cooling water and mine site utilities, ensuring dependable water quality and supporting efficient, sustainable mining operations.
Advanced Water Treatment Solutions for Mining Operations
Water Engineers Australia’s Oximax™ Electrochlorination Systems provide a safe, reliable and cost-effective solution for water disinfection across the mining industry. By generating fresh sodium hypochlorite on-site using only salt, water and electricity, Oximax eliminates the need to transport, store and handle hazardous chlorine gas or bulk liquid chemicals, improving safety while reducing operating costs.
Engineered for Australia’s demanding mining environments, Oximax systems deliver continuous, automated disinfection for potable water, process water, recycled water, wastewater, cooling water and mine site utilities, ensuring dependable water quality and supporting efficient, sustainable mining operations.
Built for Remote Mining Operations
Remote mine sites often face significant logistical challenges when sourcing and storing treatment chemicals. Regular deliveries of sodium hypochlorite or chlorine gas can be expensive, difficult to manage and introduce additional safety risks.
Oximax electrochlorination systems generate sodium hypochlorite on-site whenever it is required, providing a continuous and reliable disinfectant supply without relying on hazardous chemical transport.
Benefits include:
- Continuous disinfectant generation
- Reduced chemical transport
- Lower operating costs
- Improved workplace safety
- Reduced chemical storage requirements
- Increased operational reliability
- Automated operation with minimal maintenance
Mining Expertise Beyond Water Treatment
Water Engineers Australia brings decades of experience in industrial electrochemical engineering to the mining sector.
We have been involved in the design and manufacture of electrode systems for metal recovery from ore bodies, tailings and wastewaters, providing innovative solutions that help mining companies maximise resource recovery while reducing environmental impact.
Our expertise includes:
- Metal recovery from ore bodies
- Tailings treatment
- Wastewater treatment
- Electrochemical oxidation
- Electrode system design
- Electrolysis technologies
- Process optimisation
- Custom electrochemical engineering
This unique capability enables us to provide integrated solutions that combine advanced water treatment with specialised electrochemical technologies for mining operations.
Water Treatment Applications
Oximax™ Electrochlorination Systems are suitable for a wide range of mining water treatment applications.
Potable Water
Provide safe drinking water for:
- Mine camps
- Accommodation villages
- Administration buildings
- Workshops
- Processing facilities
Reliable chlorination protects personnel while maintaining drinking water quality throughout the distribution network.
Process Water
Control microbiological growth in process water systems to reduce biofouling, improve equipment performance and maintain production efficiency.
Recycled Water
Disinfect recycled water for:
- Dust suppression
- Equipment wash-down
- Ore processing
- Industrial reuse
- Water recycling programs
Supporting sustainable water management and reducing freshwater consumption.
Wastewater Treatment
Provide effective final-stage disinfection before treated wastewater is reused on-site or discharged in accordance with environmental licence conditions.
Cooling Water Systems
Prevent algae, slime and bacterial growth in cooling water circuits to improve heat transfer efficiency, reduce maintenance and extend equipment life.
Fire Water Systems
Maintain disinfected fire water storage tanks and pipework to minimise biological growth and preserve system integrity.
Why Choose Electrochlorination?
Electrochlorination provides a safer, smarter alternative to traditional chlorination systems.
Instead of transporting hazardous chlorine gas or large volumes of liquid sodium hypochlorite, Oximax systems generate fresh sodium hypochlorite on-site using salt, water and electricity.
Key Benefits
- No chlorine gas storage
- Reduced hazardous chemical handling
- Improved workplace safety
- Lower transport and logistics costs
- Fresh sodium hypochlorite generated on demand
- Automated chlorine dosing
- Reduced maintenance requirements
- Lower total cost of ownership
Benefits of Oximax™ Electrochlorination Systems
Improved Safety
Eliminating chlorine gas cylinders and reducing chemical storage significantly lowers operational risk and creates a safer workplace.
Lower Operating Costs
Generate disinfectant only when required, reducing chemical purchases, freight costs and inventory management.
Reliable Water Quality
Fresh sodium hypochlorite provides consistent and dependable disinfection across potable, recycled and industrial water systems.
Sustainable Water Management
Support water reuse initiatives while reducing reliance on freshwater supplies and minimising environmental impact.
Automated Operation
PLC-controlled automation continuously regulates chlorine production and dosing to maintain optimum disinfectant residuals with minimal operator intervention.
Designed for Harsh Environments
Built using corrosion-resistant industrial materials specifically selected for continuous operation in Australia’s toughest mining conditions.
How Oximax™ Electrochlorination Works
The Oximax process is simple, reliable and highly efficient.
- Food-grade salt is mixed with water to create a dilute brine solution.
- The brine passes through Oximax electrolysis cells.
- MMO-coated titanium electrodes convert chloride ions into fresh sodium hypochlorite.
- The disinfectant is stored in a day tank.
- Metering pumps automatically dose sodium hypochlorite into the required water system.
- Online instrumentation monitors chlorine residual and automatically adjusts dosing to maintain consistent water quality.
Engineered for Mining
Every Oximax™ system is manufactured using premium industrial components designed for long-term reliability.
Features include:
- MMO coated titanium electrodes
- High-efficiency electrolysis cells
- Industrial PLC controls
- Touchscreen HMI
- Remote SCADA integration
- Automatic chlorine generation
- Residual chlorine monitoring
- Modular expansion capability
- Low maintenance design
- Energy-efficient operation
Mining Sectors We Support
Water Engineers Australia provides electrochlorination solutions for:
- Coal mining
- Gold mining
- Copper mining
- Iron ore mining
- Nickel mining
- Lithium mining
- Rare earth mining
- Mineral sands
- Quarry operations
- Oil & gas facilities
- LNG plants
- Remote mine camps
- Mineral processing facilities
Typical Industries
Power Generation
Maintain maximum condenser performance while reducing outage costs caused by marine fouling.
Oil & Gas
Reliable seawater treatment for offshore platforms, refineries and LNG processing facilities.
Petrochemical
Protect cooling water systems from biological contamination and maintain process reliability.
Desalination
Prevent biofouling throughout seawater intake systems while reducing membrane fouling risk.
Heavy Industry
Reliable cooling water treatment for steel mills, mining operations and industrial processing plants.
Why Choose Water Engineers Australia?
Water Engineers Australia is an Australian manufacturer specialising in advanced electrochemical water treatment technologies for industrial and municipal applications.
Our experienced engineering team provides:
- Process design
- Water treatment engineering
- Custom system manufacture
- Electrochemical process expertise
- Factory acceptance testing
- Installation support
- Commissioning
- Operator training
- Preventative maintenance
- Spare parts
- Ongoing technical support
From remote exploration camps through to major mining operations, Oximax™ Electrochlorination Systems deliver dependable performance, lower operating costs and long-term reliability.
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At Water Engineers Australia, our vision is to lead the future of sustainable water treatment through innovative engineering, advanced disinfection technologies, and environmentally responsible solutions.
Through our Oximax range of technologies, we strive to help clients improve water quality, reduce operational risks, minimise chemical handling, and achieve environmental compliance with innovative and sustainable treatment systems.
“Engineering Cleaner Water for a Safer Future,” reflects our commitment to delivering innovative and reliable water treatment solutions that improve water quality, protect communities, and support a more sustainable future.
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Explore Common Questions About Oximax products.
What is electrochlorination?
Why is electrochlorination ideal for mining operations?
Mining sites often operate in remote locations where transporting hazardous chemicals is expensive and challenging. Electrochlorination generates disinfectant on-site, improving safety while reducing logistics and operating costs.
Can Oximax systems disinfect potable water?
Yes. Oximax systems are widely used to disinfect drinking water supplied to mine camps, accommodation villages and site facilities, helping maintain safe water quality in accordance with applicable drinking water standards.
Can recycled water be treated using electrochlorination?
Absolutely. Oximax systems provide reliable disinfection for recycled water used in dust suppression, wash-down facilities, process water and other approved industrial reuse applications.
Is electrochlorination environmentally friendly?
Yes. The disinfectant is generated on demand using seawater and electricity, reducing chemical transport and storage. Correctly designed systems provide effective biofouling control while meeting environmental discharge requirements.
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Oximax™ Electrochlorination – Engineered for the Mining Industry
Water Engineers Australia’s Oximax™ Electrochlorination Systems deliver safe, reliable and automated water disinfection for mining operations worldwide. Generating fresh sodium hypochlorite on-site from salt, water and electricity, Oximax reduces chemical handling, lowers operating costs and supports sustainable water management. Backed by decades of expertise in electrochemical engineering and electrode systems for metal recovery from ore bodies, tailings and wastewaters, Water Engineers Australia provides innovative solutions that help mining companies improve water quality, maximise operational efficiency and achieve long-term environmental performance.