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Waterstation ALPHA is a self-sufficient plant that generates up to 250.000 liters of drinking water per day
The growing shortage of drinking water has intensified the search for more efficient and sustainable solutions. In this context, the Swiss company Waterstation ALPHA has been standing out with an ambitious proposal.
With the capacity to generate up to 250.000 liters of drinking water per day, using exclusively solar energy, this plant atmospheric water offers a promising alternative for regions facing difficulties in water supply.
How does the atmospheric water plant work?
A Waterstation ALPHA uses a system to remove moisture from the air to produce specific water.
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The unit is equipped with high-power fans and refrigerant condensers, which capture humidity from the environment and transform it into water.
This process, known as Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG), It is a technology that has been gaining prominence for its ability to produce water from humidity in the air, an abundant source, especially in areas with a suitable climate.
With a 2,3 megawatt solar plant, the system becomes completely self-sufficient, with no energy operating costs.
Additionally, solar panels are designed to operate in extreme temperatures ranging from -40° to +140° Celsius, ensuring their operation in diverse climatic conditions around the world.
Highly efficient and sustainable infrastructure
The design of the ALPHA Waterstation is focused on efficiency and sustainability. The atmospheric water plant consists of an underground concrete base and a steel structure that maximizes the use of space.
The water generated is stored in a stainless steel tank with a capacity of 1.000.000 liters, protecting the liquid against external contamination.
The water also passes through an advanced purification system, which includes ozone filtration, reverse osmosis and remineralization, ensuring that the water quality is of a high standard.
The plant is also equipped with an intelligent monitoring system, which uses Internet of Things (IoT) technology to provide real-time supervision, optimizing component performance and preventing failures in the water production process.
Energy self-sufficiency and modular expansion
The ALPHA Waterstation stands out for its energy self-sufficiency. Thanks to its photovoltaic solar panels, the station can generate and store the energy needed to maintain all operations without relying on external sources.
Additionally, the system uses non-toxic batteries to ensure that water production is not interrupted at night or on cloudy days.
In addition to being self-sufficient, the system is modular, allowing for expansion as demand dictates. This includes connecting to pipeline networks for long-distance water distribution or transporting water by tanker trucks.
There is also the possibility of integrating a bottle bottling plant, capable of producing up to 250.000 1-liter bottles per day.
A global solution
With its capacity to generate up to 250.000 liters of water per day and the use of renewable solar energy, Waterstation ALPHA represents a significant advance in combating the scarcity of drinking water.
Its modularity and sustainability offer a viable and scalable solution for different regions, especially those facing water crises.
The innovation and efficiency of this system make Waterstation ALPHA a world reference in the search for solutions to guarantee access to potable water across the planet.
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