3 Reasons Why It's Important to be On-Site for Treatment Trials
/When working with our clients to find solutions for oil slops and oil sludge treatment challenges, we often spend significant time on-site to fully understand the treatment process and to support field treatment trials.
Our customers typically work through a 5-step process with us in order to find and implement the best possible solution.
Step 1: Test waste samples in the lab
Step 2: Site visit to fully understand the situation and processing setup
Step 3: Work together to design and run the appropriate field trial
Step 4: Review results and learnings
Step 5: Implement on a larger scale as appropriate
Being on-site for steps 2 & 3 is very important and contributes greatly to a successful outcome. There are three key reasons why we believe being on-site for these steps is so important:
“Minor” details can have a major impact – no matter how many telephone calls, web conferences or even face-to-face meetings held prior the trial, it’s impossible to cover every detail. Some seemingly insignificant details can have a significant impact on the outcome. Many of these details can only become apparent by being on-site and seeing, hearing and feeling the situation.
Not everything goes to plan – Despite planning every trial thoroughly, in a live waste treatment environment, very rarely does everything go to plan. The waste stream may change, a piece of equipment may break, a key person may get ill and not be on-site… to name just a few. In most cases there’s a solution, but it requires being on-site in order to find a workable solution that still delivers a successful field trial.
If at first you don’t succeed – Every oil sludge treatment situation is unique – the objectives, the equipment, the setup, the waste stream and the operators. Additionally, the SASES microemulsions behave differently from other chemistries. With all of these variables, it is often the case that the first test during a field trial will not provide be the best result. However, because we are able to pull on 1000s of past experiences and a detailed knowledge of how the products work, we can very quickly begin to make hypothesis as to what is going on and why. We can then modify and optimize the approach accordingly. Without being on-site this type of rapid testing and learning is more difficult.
FAQ 1: What are the typical costs associated with each step of the process?
Answer: Costs can vary depending on factors like the volume and complexity of the oil slops/sludge, project location, and any specific customization needed for your unique setup. During the initial consultation, we'll discuss these factors to provide an estimated quote. We generally break down costs for each step, offering transparency throughout the process.
FAQ 2: How long does each step of the process typically take?
Answer: Again, this varies depending on the project's scale and the specific challenges presented by your waste stream. However, we can provide a general timeline estimate: lab testing usually takes a few weeks; the site visit and field trial setup depend on coordination with your on-site schedule; and results review typically happens within a week. As the project progresses, we'll continuously refine the timeline and keep you updated.
FAQ 3: What are the qualifications of the personnel who will be on-site during the field trials?
Answer: Our on-site team comprises highly trained engineers and chemists with years of experience in oil sludge treatment and utilizing our microemulsion technologies. They possess deep knowledge of waste treatment processes and understand how our products uniquely interact with various oil sludge compositions. Their expertise ensures both a safe and efficient field trial, maximizing the potential for success.