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Betaqua FRP Softener Series
Betaqua FRP Softener Series for industrial water treatment, wastewater treatment, process water, and chemical programs in Indonesia with Beta Pramesti Asia.
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Betaqua FRP Softener Series
FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic) Softener Series is a type of water softener system that uses a tank made of fiberglass reinforced with plastic. This FRP tank is commonly used in water treatment systems because it has a number of advantages compared to other materials such as steel or ordinary plastic.
Here are some important things related to the FRP Softener Series:
- Durable Material: FRP is resistant to corrosion and rust, making it ideal for use in humid environments or with water that has a high salt, acid, or chemical content.
- Lightweight and Strong: Although strong, FRP tanks are lighter than tanks made of steel, making them easier to install and move. This material provides enough strength to withstand high pressures in water softener applications.
- Use in Softener Systems: FRP softener systems are used to remove water hardness, which is caused by the content of minerals such as calcium (Ca) and magnesium (Mg). These systems are often used in industrial, hospitality, household, and various other commercial applications to prevent scale buildup on pipes, machinery, and equipment.
- Regeneration Process: Just like other conventional softeners, the FRP softener series uses ion exchange resin to absorb calcium and magnesium ions from water. Once the resin is saturated, the system will undergo a regeneration process with the help of a salt solution (brine), allowing the resin to be reused.
- Available in Various Sizes: FRP Softener Series are usually available in various sizes and capacities, which can be customized according to user needs, both for small (household) and large (industrial) scales.
Overall, the FRP softener series is an efficient and durable water treatment solution to reduce water hardness and protect equipment and infrastructure from damage due to mineral buildup.
Betaqua Softener Product List Table
| Model | Diameter (Inch) | Height (Inch) | 50 ppm (m³/h) | 100 ppm (m³/h) | 150 ppm (m³/h) | 200 ppm (m³/h) | 250 ppm (m³/h) | Resin Volume (Liter) | Brine Consumable (Kg) | Cycle Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOFT-1465 | 14 | 65 | 3.0 | 2.3 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 1.0 | 75 | 15 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-1665 | 16 | 65 | 4.0 | 3.1 | 2.1 | 1.6 | 1.3 | 100 | 20 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-1865 | 18 | 65 | 4.4 | 3.9 | 2.7 | 2.1 | 1.6 | 125 | 25 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-2162 | 21 | 62 | 7.0 | 5.5 | 3.3 | 2.5 | 2.1 | 175 | 35 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-2472 | 24 | 72 | 8.0 | 7.1 | 4.8 | 3.9 | 3.1 | 225 | 45 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-3072 | 30 | 72 | 14.0 | 11.6 | 7.6 | 5.8 | 4.7 | 350 | 70 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-3672 | 36 | 72 | 21.0 | 16.5 | 11.4 | 9.4 | 7.0 | 525 | 105 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-4272 | 42 | 72 | 30.0 | 23.5 | 16.5 | 13.5 | 10.0 | 700 | 150 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-4872 | 48 | 72 | 40.0 | 31.0 | 21.5 | 16.5 | 13.5 | 1000 | 200 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-6372 | 63 | 72 | 63.0 | 48.0 | 33.0 | 26.0 | 21.5 | 1725 | 345 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-7972 | 79 | 72 | 110.0 | 87.0 | 60.0 | 46.0 | 37.5 | 2775 | 555 | 24 hours |
| Model | Diameter (mm) | Height (mm) | 50 ppm (m³/h) | 100 ppm (m³/h) | 150 ppm (m³/h) | 200 ppm (m³/h) | 250 ppm (m³/h) | Resin Volume (Liter) | Brine Consumable (Kg) | Cycle Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOFT-380 | 380 | 1800 | 4.4 | 2.3 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 1.0 | 75 | 15 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-450 | 450 | 1800 | 4.5 | 3.9 | 2.7 | 2.1 | 1.6 | 85 | 25 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-580 | 580 | 1800 | 8.0 | 7.1 | 4.8 | 3.9 | 3.2 | 225 | 45 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-810 | 810 | 1800 | 21.0 | 16.5 | 11.4 | 8.7 | 7.0 | 325 | 105 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-950 | 950 | 1800 | 30.0 | 23.5 | 16.3 | 13.0 | 10.0 | 750 | 150 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-1000 | 1000 | 1800 | 32.0 | 25.0 | 17.5 | 13.8 | 10.8 | 800 | 160 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-1100 | 1100 | 1800 | 35.0 | 27.5 | 19.5 | 15.0 | 12.0 | 900 | 200 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-1200 | 1200 | 1800 | 40.0 | 32.0 | 23.0 | 18.5 | 14.0 | 1000 | 200 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-1400 | 1400 | 1800 | 54.0 | 43.0 | 29.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | 1363 | 273 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-1500 | 1500 | 1800 | 68.0 | 54.0 | 39.0 | 29.0 | 20.2 | 1750 | 300 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-1600 | 1600 | 1800 | 75.0 | 58.0 | 42.0 | 34.0 | 26.0 | 2000 | 345 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-1800 | 1800 | 1800 | 85.0 | 68.0 | 50.0 | 40.0 | 32.0 | 2075 | 455 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-2000 | 2000 | 1800 | 100.0 | 75.0 | 55.0 | 45.0 | 35.0 | 2535 | 505 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-2100 | 2100 | 1800 | 120.0 | 95.0 | 65.0 | 50.0 | 40.0 | 3050 | 605 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-2300 | 2300 | 1800 | 133.0 | 105.0 | 80.0 | 65.0 | 52.0 | 3350 | 780 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-2400 | 2400 | 1800 | 155.0 | 123.0 | 85.0 | 70.0 | 55.0 | 3900 | 720 | 24 hours |
| SOFT-2500 | 2500 | 1800 | 168.0 | 133.0 | 92.0 | 77.0 | 57.0 | 4225 | 845 | 24 hours |
Typical Applications
- Low-to-Medium Pressure Boilers — Removes hardness (Ca²⁺ and Mg²⁺) from boiler feed water to prevent internal scale that reduces thermal efficiency and shortens boiler tube life.
- Hotel and Laundry Industry — Soft water reduces detergent consumption by 30-50%, extends the life of linen and washing machines, and eliminates mineral stains on hotel kitchen equipment.
- Food and Beverage Industry — Controls process water hardness for beer, soft drink, and dairy production to prevent mineral interference with product taste and stability.
- Pharmaceutical Industry — Pre-treatment for demineralizer or EDI systems; soft water reduces acid regeneration demand and increases anion resin exchange capacity.
- Cooling Tower Systems — Reduces the tendency for calcium carbonate scale formation on heat exchangers and fill media, lowering the required dosage of scale inhibitor chemicals.
- Commercial Buildings and Apartments — Protects pipework, water heaters, and shower heads from calcium scale deposits common in areas with high water hardness.
Compatible Products
- Demineralizer — Pair the softener as the first stage before a demineralizer to reduce hardness load on the SAC resin, extending operational capacity before regeneration.
- Brackish Water Reverse Osmosis — Alternative or companion to softener for applications requiring total TDS reduction rather than hardness removal alone.
- Betagard Cooling Tower Chemicals — Betagard scale inhibitor and dispersant chemicals complement the softener for dual protection against scale and corrosion in cooling tower systems.
Installation Context
Betaqua FRP Softeners are available in simplex (single tank) and duplex (two alternating tanks, no supply interruption) configurations to match production continuity requirements. Units are installed in a well-ventilated utility room, close to the feed water source and brine salt tank. A separate brine tank must be positioned alongside the vessel within a maximum pipe run of 3 metres for efficient regeneration. Required utilities include feed water at minimum 2 bar pressure, 220 V power for automatic valves and timers, and a drain for regeneration backwash water (approximately 2-5% of production volume). Commissioning takes 1-2 working days including before-and-after hardness testing, regeneration timer setting, and operator training.