Ballyronan WwTW

Dutypoint’s Contribution to the Water Projects Online Initiative

The redevelopment of Ballyronan Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTW), featured on Water Projects Online, showcases a successful example of collaboration, technical precision, and phased construction in the wastewater sector. Located on the western shore of Lough Neagh in County Londonderry, this vital project ensures long-term treatment capacity and environmental protection in response to increasing demands and stricter discharge requirements.

Water Projects Online highlights the importance of specialist partners in delivering this future-proofed facility. Dutypoint’s contribution included two essential booster systems, supporting the smooth operation of the new works throughout construction and into full commissioning.

Project Challenges

The primary challenge was constructing a completely new treatment works within the same site boundary as the existing WwTW, all while maintaining full operational compliance. This required a carefully phased approach across four stages, with temporary pumping, diversions, and flow management needed throughout. Tight spatial constraints, ageing infrastructure, and the need for efficient utility services during the build added to the complexity.

Project Solution

Dutypoint supplied two pre-packaged booster sets, custom-engineered to support the evolving needs of the Ballyronan Wastewater Treatment Works:

Potable water booster set: Ensuring reliable supply for domestic and site utility use.
Final effluent (FE) wash water booster set: Supporting operational cleaning, washdown, and site processes.

Both systems were supplied with our compact integrated tank and booster set system; QuadraTANK®. The 2000-litre QuadraTANK® integrated solution included a single tank compartment with an AB air gap protection to safeguard water from backflow in line with WRAS regulations.

The integrated system included separate inlets for final effluent and potable water, each fitted with specialist valves to control flow and protect water quality. To meet site-specific challenges, the booster sets were supplied with a dedicated control panel featuring wall-mounted inverters, as well as anti-vibration fittings to reduce noise and wear. Weatherproof GRP, heating, lighting, and secure access features support year-round performance and straightforward maintenance.

By delivering the booster systems pre-assembled and ready for installation, Dutypoint helped minimise on-site disruption while maintaining performance across critical stages of the phased build. The units supported commissioning of the kiosk, new settlement tanks, and final effluent outfall, ensuring uninterrupted utility service and process efficiency during and after handover.

As part of a wider £5 million investment by NI Water, these booster systems played a key role in supporting the performance, hygiene, and efficiency of the new treatment plant during and after handover.

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