Summary

The papers published in this book provide a synthesis of industrial water problems in both developing and developed countries. Reflecting the practical emphasis of the topic, the material concentrates upon case studies of recently commissioned plants, reporting on the processes and experiences to date in treatment, reuse and resource recovery. Areas considered in detail include: the electronics industry, with its requirement for ultra pure water; the problems of oil contaminated water from oil refineries; tanneries, slaughter houses and metal plating; reuse of treated sewage effluent; problems of the pulp and paper industries; and industries local to South East Asia.