Food Manufacturer Reverse Osmosis Failure – Emergency Case Study
On December 30th at 3:00 PM, our phone rang with an urgent call from a food manufacturer experiencing reverse osmosis (RO) failure. Their system was unable to keep conductivity within specification, threatening production deadlines. With production scheduled to start January 1st, downtime was not an option. Their current service provider had struggled to diagnose the issue, leaving them in a critical position.
Immediate Response – Emergency Service 24/7/365
Understanding the urgency, Complete Water Solutions mobilized quickly. By 7:00 PM the same day, our team was onsite with NSF 61 approved chemistry to clean the reverse osmosis system.
Root Cause of the RO Failure
After inspection, we identified silica and scale buildup as the primary causes of the elevated RO conductivity. Further investigation revealed that pretreatment equipment issues had contributed to the spike, leading to the reverse osmosis failure.
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The Complete Water Solutions Advantage
Although Complete Water Solutions did not originally supply the RO system, we specialize in servicing all makes and models of water treatment equipment—including competitors’ systems.
When food and beverage manufacturers face reverse osmosis failure, downtime can mean lost production, missed deadlines, and financial impact. That’s why our emergency RO service team is available 24/7/365 to troubleshoot, repair, and restore water systems to peak performance.
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With over 30 years of hands-on experience in the water treatment industry, Nathan Olszak is a trusted water treatment expert. He specializes in designing, engineering, and servicing water treatment systems. As the owner of Complete Water Solutions, Osmonics, and Membrane Cleaning Pro, Nathan has built a reputation for delivering customized water treatment solutions that enhance efficiency, reliability, and water quality across various industries, including the medical, commercial, and manufacturing sectors.
Nathan’s journey in water treatment began as a service technician. He gained in-depth knowledge by working with all major brands of equipment, including Veolia, Suez, Bruner, Culligan, Pentair, Aquamatic, Osmonics, GE Water, Marlo, Lakeside, Fleck, Autotrol, US Filter, ION Pure, Siemens, Evoqua, and many others. This hands-on expertise, combined with his technical certifications, has made him a leader in water system engineering and water management.
Credentials & Expertise
- Certifications: David H. Paul Reverse Osmosis Certification, PLC Programming
- License: Power Plant Operating Engineer 3rd Class
- Specialties:
- Design & engineering of water treatment systems and advanced water systems
- Custom water filtration systems and solutions
- Installation, automation, and repair of water treatment systems
- Expertise in Reverse Osmosis (RO), Deionization, Water Softening, Carbon Filtration, Iron Filtration, UV Treatment, Ultrafiltration (UF), Process Filtration, CEDI/EDI, and more
- Specialized knowledge in Boiler Feed Water, Tower Makeup Water, and drinking water production for industries such as bottling, pharmaceuticals, and food processing
- Project management and reclaiming of water system waste for other uses
- Evaluation of raw water sources and potential contamination risks
- Industrial water treatment strategies to prevent corrosion and optimize system performance
- Boiler water treatment to enhance energy efficiency and system longevity
Nathan’s commitment to excellence extends beyond equipment sales and service. He works closely with clients to develop tailored water treatment services that optimize performance and meet their operations’ unique demands. His expertise covers methods that mitigate water impurities, ensure fresh water accessibility, and maintain regulatory compliance. It also includes the design of high-efficiency reverse osmosis systems for industrial use.
Nathan focuses on the latest technology in water conditioning, water softeners, filters, and pumps to improve maintenance and efficiency. His experience in laboratory testing and biofilm control ensures the highest industry standards in water treatment processes and water management.
Additionally, his deep understanding of infrastructure and water data analysis provides long-term, cost-effective solutions that promote health and safety. His expertise ensures that businesses receive top-tier, quality water treatment solutions.
For insights into the latest industry trends, innovations, and best practices, explore the Complete Water Solutions Blog, where Nathan shares valuable information on water filtration systems, sustainability, and water solutions engineering.
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