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With KETOS, operators can access and monitor their water quality by following 30+ water testing parameters (including nickel). Sampling happens from one device that plugs into existing infrastructure. With KETOS SHIELD, organizations gain lab-accurate readings in real-time right on-site.
Discover KETOS SHIELD, a multi-award-winning intelligent water management solution. With KETOS your organization gains access to water quality insights across 30+ water testing parameters. Testing happens on-site in real-time via a self-calibrating device that is cloud-enabled, allowing water operators to manage and monitor their water infrastructure from anywhere.
Nickel is used in the manufacture of many alloys, stainless steel, batteries, textiles, et cetera. Industrial processes, such as metal manufacturing, waste incineration, and power plant operation, may also cause more significant nickel concentrations to be released into the environment. Since nickel is an ingredient in fertilizer, it can enter waterways and groundwater via surface fun-off.
While nickel is necessary for many organizations, it can be toxic and even carcinogenic if ingested in high doses. That said, the EPA currently has no direction around nickel enforcement. While regulated until 1995, nickel has been remanded back to EPA for further regulation. That doesn’t mean that monitoring for nickel isn’t necessary, and industries that deal with nickel in their water should prepare to take the required steps should remediation protocols change.
Nickel, a transition metal commonly found in water sources, can present various challenges when present in elevated concentrations. Here are key concerns associated with nickel in water:
Nickel contamination in water can arise from various natural and anthropogenic sources, impacting water quality and posing health risks. Naturally occurring nickel deposits in geological formations can leach into groundwater and surface water through weathering and erosion processes, contributing to its presence in water sources. Additionally, industrial activities such as mining, metal production, and manufacturing processes can release nickel into waterways through wastewater discharges and runoff. Corrosion of nickel-containing materials in plumbing systems can also introduce nickel into drinking water, particularly in areas with older infrastructure. While nickel is essential for some industrial applications, elevated levels in water can have adverse health effects, including skin irritation, respiratory issues, and potential carcinogenicity. Thus, monitoring and managing nickel contamination in water are crucial to safeguard human health and maintain water quality standards.
In regulating nickel levels in water, industries adhere to distinct acceptable thresholds to ensure environmental and human safety. These standards vary depending on the sector’s specific requirements and potential impacts. For instance, in drinking water, the permissible limit for nickel concentration typically ranges from 20 to 100 micrograms per liter (µg/L), established by regulatory bodies such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or the World Health Organization (WHO). However, for industrial applications like electroplating or metalworking, higher nickel concentrations may be tolerable due to the nature of their processes and the presence of treatment systems.
Industry | Acceptable Nickel Levels (µg/L) |
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Drinking Water | 20 – 100 |
Electroplating | 100 – 500 |
Metalworking | 50 – 200 |
Manufacturing | 50 – 150 |
Instead of measuring nickel with a meter that only measures a handful of conditions; the KETOS SHIELD is capable of mentoring dozens of water related issues — in real-time.
How to test for nickel in water? KETOS offers innovative solutions for water quality monitoring, including specialized tests to accurately detect and measure nickel levels in water samples, ensuring effective environmental safety assessments. Test just for nickel, or test for dozens of variables at once. With KETOS, we make it easy to customize their tests to meet your precise needs.
Whether you need to measure ORP in groundwater, assess nitrates in irrigation water, along with monitoring nitrites in surface water sources, KETOS’ automated water monitoring solution is designed to streamline your processes. By incorporating nitrite detection capabilities for surface water analysis, it offers an effective tool for safeguarding water quality, saving time, and mitigating regulatory issues across diverse applications.
The KETOS SHIELD remotely monitors dozens of water quality parameters. Which one do your water operators test most often?
KETOS is a fully integrated platform that combines hardware, software, connectivity, automated reporting, predictive analytics, and maintenance to automate water monitoring and testing. KETOS enables water operators to identify and solve mission-critical water efficiency and quality challenges in real-time, or before they happen through predictive algorithms, to ensure that water meets specific quality and safety standards.