Production Process - Environmental Aspects

Environmental Aspects - Excess Water

Low rates of water consumption and water wastage are hallmarks of the brick and tile industry.

Water is used both as a raw material and a process fluid for cooling and washing. Some is given off as steam during production.

Some excess water is a by-product of washing operations and its recovery and re-use represents an important factor in the water balance of a clay brick or tile factory. Throughout the industry, the re-cycling of water is widely practised.

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