DTP
Crystal-Clear Water: Efficiency, Quality, Productivity
The DTP system (an acronym for Technical Pressure Deconcentration) is an exclusive, patented solution for industrial water purification, specifically engineered for the flat glass processing sector. Its operating principle is based on a physical-dynamic separation accelerator integrated with a high-efficiency sand filtration process. DTP ensures perfectly clear water, high performance, and uninterrupted operation.
BENEFITS OF THE DTP SYSTEM
The DTP system gives you:
- Consistently clear water
- Greatly improved glass processing and higher end - product quality
- Stable pressure to all glass processing machines
The DTP system includes:
- Dual-pump setup with automatic backup
- Smart process sensors
- Integrated PLC panel with touchscreen interface
The DTP system helps you:
- Triple savings: reducing downtime, maintenance and energy consumption
- Prolongs the lifespan of your machinery
- Eliminates all tanks and extra pumps
Crystal-Clear Water: Efficiency, Quality, Productivity
Thanks to its innovative design, the DTP is able to return the exact amount of purified water required for their operation to the machines used for glass grinding(CNC, bilateral, grinding, straight-line, drilling machines) in real time. The system operates in a closed circuit and under pressure, bypassing machine pumps and eliminating intermediate pumping stations.
This ensures a continuous steady flow without interruption.
Maximum clarity in a single stream
The DTP delivers, through a single outlet, the full rated capacity of treated water, fully purified according to the defined quality parameters set by the machine manufacturers. Every drop of water returned is ready to be reused by machinery, helping to reduce waste, operating costs and environmental impact.
Models and Volumes
Modular solutions for all volumes of water to be purified.
IMMMES’ DTP system is designed to offer maximum flexibility and customization, adapting perfectly to any industrial plant. Its modular configuration allows for customized installation, adaptable to any production layout.
Total Integration
- Advanced security technologies
- Monitoring and control systems
- Management software and industrial production systems
This design makes the DTP an ideal solution for Industry 5.0. that combines operational efficiency, environmental sustainability and digital integration.
THE PURIFICATION PROCESS: HOW THE DTP SYSTEM WORKS
Phase One: Process Water Collection and Fluidization as the foundation of the Purification Cycle.
Wastewater purification is a strategic phase in the glass processing workflow: the crystal-clear water produced by the treatment ensures high product quality standards, optimizes production efficiency, and reduces environmental impact.
The DTP system by IMMMES is a cutting-edge solution capable of managing the entire purification cycle automatically and continuously.
PRE-FILTRATION AND COLLECTION PIT
Dirty water from processing flows into a collection tank. A fluidization system keeps the water in continuos motion, preventing the sedimentation of glass particles.
PUMPING STATION
Two pumps work alternately to maintain constant system pressure and providing redundancy.
DECONCENTRATOR
Suspended solids are separated inside the unit. Treated water exits from the top, while sludge is automatically discharged through pneumatic valves.
FILTER
The purified water enters an advanced filtration stage, passing through a high-performance multi-layer mineral filter.
AUTOMATIC CLEANING SYSTEM
The system self-cleans daily using a backwash cycle.
SLUDGE MANAGEMENT
Sludge is collected in filter bags or, with a filter press, removed, pressed, and disposed into a bag.
AUTOMATION & REMOTE CONTROL
Fully automatic and remotely managed through an intuitive HMI panel with real-time process monitoring.
Collection of processing water
The wastewater generated during glass processing is conveyed through drainage channels to a central collection pit, either underground or external. The system is designed to receive water either via direct pumping from the machines or through an underground drainage system.
Pre-filtration of foreign materials
Before passing into the main pit, the dirty water passes through a pre-filtration sump, where they are separated:
- Large glass fragments
- Foreign materials such as wood, Styrofoam
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This step protects the system from clogging and improves
the effectiveness of subsequent treatment phases.
Automatic tank fluidization: continuous cleaning without maintenance
A fluidization ring with spray nozzles that shoot high-pressure water, powered by the same pump as the system, is installed inside the collection tank. This device prevents the accumulation of sludge at the bottom and corners of the tank, ensuring automatic and continuous cleaning, minimizing maintenance work.
Pumping station
Pumping Station: Constant pressure, Efficiency, and Full control
The pumping station is the core of the IMMMES DTP system, designed to ensure a constant, pressurized, and fully automated water flow throughout the treatment plant.
Optimized pump management for peak performance
The system features two identical pumps operating in alternating daily cycles to draw water from the collection tank and pressurize it throughout the plant.
This mechanism ensures:
- Continuous operation
- Reduced component wear
- Extended system lifespan
Each pump is equipped with a non-return valve and an anti-cavitation system, ensuring high performance even under extreme operating conditions.
Controlled constant pressure
Controlled constant pressure
Once activated, the operating pump pressurizes the entire DTP circuit, which remains fully filled and continuously operational.
The pressure generated is sufficient to reach the processing machines directly, eliminating the need for intermediate pumping stations.
A portion of the flow is redirected to the collection tank to power the automatic fluidization system, preventing sedimentation.
Real-Time monitoring
The pumping station is equipped with visual and electronic sensors that continuously monitor:
- Water pressure
- Flow rate
- Pump operating status
All data is transmitted to the central control system, which automatically adjusts pump power via an inverter, ensuring:
- Stable working pressure
- Optimized energy consumption
- Fully automated management
DECONCENTRATOR
Core unit for Physical-Dynamic separation of water and sludge
The Deconcentrator is the central component of the DTP system, engineered to perform high-efficiency physical-dynamic separation between process water and glass sludge. This advanced technology enables the extraction of clarified water, ready for downstream filtration, while minimizing solid residue accumulation.
Operating principle
Wastewater enters the Deconcentrator through a central inlet located at the bottom cone. Inside the separation chamber, the water is subjected to controlled velocity and pressure conditions that induce stratification:
- Clarified water rises and exits through upper lateral outlets, directed to the filtration stage.
- Glass sludge settles in the lower collection chambers, ready for discharge to either a filter press or a big-bag sludge station.
Sludge discharge from the Deconcentrator
Sludge is expelled through two discharge valves located at the bottom of the Deconcentrator and directed toward one of two sludge dewatering systems:
- Filter Press (DGS Line)
- Bag Station (BIG-BAG System)
The sludge discharge and treatment system is designed to adapt flexibly to plants of different sizes and production capacities, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and operational continuity.
It is equipped with two pneumatic valves that open automatically at regular intervals, based on data collected by flow meters.
This ensures continuous and controlled discharge of high-concentration sludge, maintaining constant process efficiency.
Clean water for every stage of glass processing
Filtration System
Following the physical-dynamic separation phase in the Deconcentrator, the purified water is directed to the advanced filtration system, where a high-performance multi-mineral filter removes even the finest particles. The resulting ultra-clean water is then distributed directly to the glass processing machines via the existing lines, ensuring maximum efficiency and consistent quality throughout every stage of production.
Thanks to the constant pressure maintained by the primary pump, the process operates continuously, guaranteeing a stable and uninterrupted flow.
Water quality specifications:
visual aspect:
- Clear
Amount of residues:
- >0 < 10 Milligrams / LITER (P.P.M.)
PH RANGE:
- 8,2 > 9.5
- Ultra-clear water, perfectly suited for high-precision industrial applications. The advanced filtration technology ensures optimal system performance and extends the service life of glass processing equipment, while significantly reducing the risk of contamination, abrasion, and component wear.
- The filtration unit is self-cleaning, ensuring long-term reliability and eliminating the need for manual servicing.
PANEL CONTROL & AUTOMATION SYSTEM
Smart control architecture for full system management
The DTP system is governed by a custom-designed electrical panel featuring:
- Touchscreen HMI
- Integrated PLC
- Modular software interface
Developed by IMMMES, the control system offers intuitive navigation and full automation, with manual override capabilities for flexible operation.
Key control features:
- Event and alarm logging with visual/acoustic alerts
- Inverter-driven pump control for energy optimization
- Automated pH regulation and water level management
- Automatic compensation for evaporation, leakage, and external returns
- Remote access via IP for diagnostics and support
Advanced technology for continuous productivity
Thanks to its high level of automation and the integration of intelligent functions, the DTP system ensures:
- Continuous operation
- Reduced downtime
- Optimized energy consumption
- Centralized and simplified control
Smart and Integrated Automatic System
DTP systems are engineered to deliver maximum automation and intelligent control, simplifying plant management and enhancing operational efficiency.
Advanced Automated Functions:
- Automatic pH control: A dedicated station continuously monitors and adjusts pH levels in real time, keeping them within optimal parameters.
- Automatic Water Level Management: An electronic sensor detects and compensates for evaporation, losses, or returns from external systems (e.g., reverse osmosis, rainwater).
- Working Pressure Regulation: The system allows for setting and maintaining constant pressure throughout each phase of the process.
Digital services & connectivity
- IMBOX Remote Support Platform Provides real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and remote management capabilities for plant operators and technical teams.
Thanks to these features, the DTP system guarantees operational continuity, reduction of plant downtime and consumption optimization, making it ideal for modern and automated industrial plants.