ANÁLISE DAS PROPRIEDADES DA ÁGUA DE MINA NA GERAÇÃO DE VAPOR bEM CALDEIRA MISTA PARA BENEFICIAMENTO DE CAFÉ NO MUNICÍPIO DE TRÊS PONTAS - MG

Abstract

This article has as its main north the study of the catchment waters and the influence of the fluid in conditions that differ from the ideals for boiler work. Water use in industries in general is crucial because of the many roles it plays. Thus, it must meet two important requirements: quality and quantity. The quantity must be sufficient to carry out all the functions required by the industry without any risk involved by any shortage and quality with regard to its chemical and physical characteristics. Therefore, the control of water in its chemical and physical aspects is fundamental to rationalize its use in industries. Samples were taken from a coffee processing company whose data were interpreted to obtain a diagnosis of water quality and to evaluate possible modifications that can be implemented for efficient treatment, as nonstandard water can cause damage to water. piping and boiler structure as well as losses with unnecessary energy, raw material and treatment / maintenance expenses. The present work aimed to analyze the physicochemical parameters (pH, conductivity, hardness, TDS, chlorides and alkalinity) of the boiler water supply, to elaborate a process that could visualize the importance of the reuse of boiler condensate located in the municipality of Três Pontas in the southern region of Minas Gerais.