EcoPure Solutions, a leading specialist in water treatment and pipework installations, was recently entrusted with a critical project at a hospital. With a strong reputation for excellence in industries such as medical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, laboratories, and agriculture, EcoPure Solutions was tasked with upgrading and replacing the hospital’s aging water infrastructure.
The primary objective was to install 130 meters of 316 grade stainless steel hygienic tubing using orbital pipe welding technology. This was a necessary upgrade to relocate the hospital’s endoscope washers, ensuring a completely hygienic and contamination-free environment. Given the rigorous requirements of the medical industry, the welds needed to be completely crevice-free to eliminate bacterial risks and withstand heat sanitization processes, which are crucial for maintaining sterile conditions.
Beyond just replacing the existing system, the project also included a full plant room installation that comprised:
Raw Water Tank and Pump Set
Carbon Filter and Water Softener
Twin-pass Reverse Osmosis Unit
Stainless Steel Permeate Tank and Pump Set
UV unit and Micro Filters
EcoPure Solutions was also responsible for completing all the interconnecting pipework using automatic orbital pipe welding across multiple areas of the facility. This included installations in ceiling voids, where achieving high-quality, consistent welds in awkward positions was a significant challenge. The entire project had a strict one-month deadline, meaning efficiency and precision were non-negotiable.
Medical facilities demand the highest level of hygiene, especially when dealing with water systems used for medical instrument sterilisation. The hospital’s previous system had developed inefficiencies, increasing the risk of bacterial growth and compromising the integrity of sterilisation processes. The new system needed to be:
Crevice Free to prevent bacterial contamination.
Hygienic and Durable to withstand continuous heat sanitisation.
Efficient and precise to meet tight project deadlines and ensure seamless integration.
Given these strict requirements, the only viable solution was to use orbital welding technology, known for its ability to produce clean, repeatable, and contaminant-free welds. This is where Orbitec stepped in.
Recognising the complexity of the project, EcoPure Solutions sought a reliable Orbital welding partner to provide them with high-quality orbital pipe welding equipment and hands on support. Orbitec, a leading provider of orbital welding solutions, was the perfect fit.
To ensure that EcoPure Solutions selected the best equipment for the job, Orbitec invited their team to a no-obligation taster session at their headquarters. During this session, EcoPure’s engineers had the opportunity to trial Orbitec’s welding solutions firsthand, gaining insight into their capabilities and ease of use.
Impressed by the performance, EcoPure Solutions decided to invest in a complete orbital welding setup, including the EVO 200 WP orbital welding system. This advanced system provided several key benefits that aligned perfectly with the project’s requirements:
User-friendly interface – Allowing for easy operation, even for complex welding tasks.
High-quality, repeatable welds – Ensuring hygienic, crevice-free joints essential for medical environments.
Optimised efficiency – Reducing welding time while maintaining superior weld integrity.
Compact and versatile design – Allowing for precision welding in tight and challenging spaces, such as ceiling voids.
Following the equipment purchase, Orbitec provided in-depth training to EcoPure Solutions’ engineers, ensuring they were fully equipped to operate the EVO 200 WP to its maximum potential. The training focused on:
Mastering the orbital welding process for consistent and high-quality results.
Optimising machine settings to suit different environmental and spatial challenges.
Troubleshooting and maintaining the equipment to guarantee longevity and reliability.
The support from Orbitec proved invaluable in enabling EcoPure Solutions to execute their work with precision, confidence, and efficiency. The combination of industry leading equipment and expert training resulted in flawless orbital pipe welds, even in the most challenging areas of the hospital.
The collaboration between EcoPure Solutions and Orbitec was instrumental in successfully delivering a state-of-the-art, hygienic water system upgrade for the hospital. With the implementation of advanced orbital welding technology, EcoPure Solutions was able to meet the highest medical hygiene standards while ensuring long-term reliability and operational efficiency.
“The EVO 200 WP’s ease of use and the quality of welds it produces have significantly enhanced our efficiency. The ability to achieve perfect, repeatable welds every time, even in difficult locations like ceiling voids, has been a game-changer for us. Orbitec’s training and ongoing support beyond the sale have been instrumental in ensuring this project’s success.”
— David Keely, Director, EcoPure Solutions
“We are proud to have supported EcoPure Solutions in this critical healthcare project. Our goal is to provide cutting-edge orbital pipe welding solutions that enable our clients to achieve superior weld integrity, efficiency, and compliance with the strictest industry standards. Seeing our equipment play a role in the successful upgrade of a vital medical facility is incredibly rewarding. The EcoPure Solutions team have been a pleasure to work with, and we look forward to supporting them going forward.”
— Kevin Hennah, Director, Orbitec
Through this successful partnership, EcoPure Solutions was able to deliver a high-quality, hygienic water system that meets the stringent demands of the medical industry. Orbitec’s expertise, training, and state-of-the-art orbital welding equipment played a crucial role in ensuring seamless, high-quality welds, reinforcing their reputation as a premier provider of orbital pipe welding solutions.
This case study highlights the importance of choosing the right automatic orbital welding technology and expertise for critical projects. By investing in the best equipment and training, EcoPure Solutions was able to exceed expectations, ensuring a safe and efficient water system for the hospital for years to come.
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