ECO water treatment from Devin – Energy modelling tool

In our previous article, we explored how Devin’s ECO water treatment design enhances the sustainability of pool water treatment systems – reducing energy costs by up to 50%. A key focus of the ECO approach is on reducing static and frictional head loss—two significant contributors to the overall energy consumption of a treatment system.

However, applying the ECO approach without a clear understanding of the impact of each design element can lead to over-engineered systems that increase cost and spatial requirements, or worse, fail to meet energy performance targets altogether.

We are seeing systems being constructed on sites based on unverified designs, with no certainty that energy or performance targets will be achieved until the system is operational. This reactive approach introduces risk, and undermines the sustainability goals of a scheme.

To address this challenge, Devin Consulting has developed a bespoke in-house energy modelling tool, specifically tailored to pool water treatment systems. This tool enables our engineers to:

• assess the energy performance during the design phase, well before construction begins.
• identify areas for the greatest efficiency gains
• highlight which design elements will deliver the greatest return on investment

By simulating system performance early, we can determine whether a proposed design is likely to meet its energy targets. This proactive approach not only reduces risk but also supports more accurate cost forecasting and ensures that sustainability objectives are met without unnecessary complexity.

Ultimately, this methodology gives clients confidence that their systems are not only designed to perform, but are also optimised for sustainability and cost-effectiveness.

In our next article, we’ll present a case study of a recently designed water treatment system built to ECO standards. This case study will highlight the measurable benefits of the Devin ECO approach, showcasing how it outperforms conventional systems in terms of energy efficiency and cost savings. This will highlight the significant advantages our clients gain—both environmentally and financially—by choosing Devin ECO.