SWEP cuts water withdrawals with new cooling systems

For 40 years, SWEP has been enabling sustainable solutions through  brazed plate heat exchangers (BHPEs). Products which are propelling the move towards greener technologies such as heat pumps and fuel cell solutions. 

"We pride ourselves in offering sustainably sourced products which are made from a high percentage of recycled materials. Our sustainability journey pushes us to challenge efficiency, not only in our products – but also in our own operations. Therefore, it is important that we look at how we can impact our environment and ensure that SWEP’s success and growth is sustainable as well,"- said in company.

Installing dry cooling systems and replacing obsolete cooling towers in plant facilities, fits the global goal for SWEP to improve water efficiency in operations by 50% by 2030. 
 
"In Q4 2022 our Landskrona plant installed one new dry cooling tower while a second is planned for installment Q1 2023. By replacing the two old obsolete cooling towers, SWEP expects to see a 20% reduction in our total water withdrawal at the site, which is a significant step towards our 2030 goal. Additional benefits can be seen as the exclusion of water means we no longer have the risk of unwanted bacterial growth which eliminates the need for chemical treatment. Moreover, the dry-cooling system is 15% more energy efficient and has lower noise levels than the older water-cooling towers.

During the expansion of our facilities in Slovakia, a dry cooling system was also selected and was installed in Q4 2022. Due to the environmental benefits and water savings, we are looking into similar solutions at several other manufacturing sites. Environmental investments like this are putting us on the right track to achieve our 2030 water goals and contributing to shape a sustainable future for our people, environment, and community," - said in company.