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Paques is a Dutch company known for its advanced biological wastewater and gas treatment technologies. Established over 40 years ago, Paques has become a leading provider of innovative, cost-effective purification systems designed to minimize environmental impact and reclaim valuable resources.
Key Technologies and Solutions:
Anaerobic Wastewater Treatment: Paques specializes in anaerobic systems that convert organic pollutants in wastewater into biogas, a renewable energy source. Their BIOPAQ® series is widely used across industries such as food & beverage, pulp & paper, and pharmaceuticals.
Biogas Desulphurization: The company’s THIOPAQ® technology removes hydrogen sulfide from biogas, making it suitable for use in energy production. This is crucial for industries utilizing biogas from anaerobic digestion processes.
Nutrient Removal & Recovery: Paques provides technologies to remove nutrients from wastewater, helping both industries and municipalities meet water reuse or discharge standards.
Metal Recovery: Paques’ THIOTEQ™Metal and SULFATEQ™ technologies facilitate the recovery of valuable metals from wastewater, turning waste streams into economic assets.
Global Operations:
Paques operates in over 60 countries, with significant markets in China, Latin America, the USA, India, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company has installed over 3,000 systems worldwide, ensuring local support through a network of licensed partners where direct presence is absent.
Commitment to Innovation:
Paques places a strong emphasis on research and development, with R&D centers in the Netherlands and China. The company continuously develops new technologies to address emerging environmental challenges.
Company Overview:
- Headquarters: Balk, Netherlands
- Revenue: Approximately €120 million
- Employees: Less than 1,000
- Ownership: SKion Water
Paques has been instrumental in helping industries and municipalities reduce their environmental footprints, recover valuable resources, and produce biogas, aligning with global sustainability goals.
