The purchase price is only one part of the cost of water treatment equipment.
Also list electricity, water, consumables, maintenance and testing. Specify operating hours, consumption and calculation conditions for each item before assessing monthly expenditure.
When comparing proposals, use the same feedwater, treated-water requirements and delivery scope. If one includes installation and another does not, align their scope before comparing them.
Information that can be recorded for this inquiry
| Item to check | Information or records | Confirm the application |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity and water | Actual measurements and operating periods | Record comparable consumption |
| Consumables and maintenance | Replacement, cleaning and labor records | Distinguish fixed and variable items |
| Other supporting requirements | Testing, drainage and service scope | Define the calculation boundaries |
Does cheaper equipment mean cheaper water per metric ton?
The purchase price and long-term operating costs are different items. Estimates should specify the period, product-water measurement point and included items. Unmeasured costs must not be presented as guaranteed savings.
Further reading
- How to calculate industrial RO water cost per tonne: six cost items beyond the purchase price
- Selection, procurement and maintenance resources
- Contact Gudian to check the requirements for this inquiry
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