Monitoring Chloride in Potable Water and Wastewater

The natural level of Chloride in water is increased from sources such as de-icing salts, agricultural runoff, industrial processes and domestic use. It is an important mineral for human nutrition, but excess levels can affect the taste of drinking water and allow metals from pipes to leach into the water. Excess chloride in wastewater can have a detrimental environmental impact, stressing aquatic ecosystems and reducing overall biodiversity. It can also affect soil quality.

Monitoring Chloride is therefore essential for optimising drinking and wastewater treatment processes, adhering to regulatory compliance and helping to identify sources contributing to excess chloride levels.

Traditional Chloride monitoring methods rely on grab sampling and lab analysis. An online ion selective electrode (ISE) system reduces costs and delays, providing continuous real-time measurements.

Mantech’s online ISE systems provide fast feedback and alerts, allowing operators to make immediate process adjustments. They are easy to integrate with other automated analysis and control systems and perform reliably across a wide concentration range.

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