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Welcome to the BTL Knowledgebase. Ever since we started lining ponds, creating covers, and helping people with their projects, we've gotten asked a lot of questions. Many of these questions are repeatedly asked, so we put together the BTL knowledgebase to help answer any questions you had about a particular subject. We are adding new questions every month, so continue to check back often!
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Can floating covers be equipped with monitoring systems?
Floating covers are often equipped with monitoring systems for real-time data on water quality and cover performance in industrial liquid storage applications.
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How do floating covers affect the wildlife in and around water bodies?
Depending on the specific design and materials, floating covers can potentially impact wildlife in and around water bodies.
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Can floating covers be used in wastewater lagoons?
Yes, floating covers are commonly used in wastewater lagoons.
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Are floating covers resistant to chemical corrosion?
Most floating covers are designed with resistance to chemical corrosion.
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Can floating covers be used in desalination plant storage facilities?
Floating covers can be utilized in desalination plant storage facilities for certain applications where evaporation is not the goal
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Are floating covers suitable for long-term storage of liquids?
Long-term storage of liquids can be supported by using floating covers.
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Can floating covers be used in ponds with varying water chemistries?
Floating covers can be used in ponds with varying water chemistries.
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How do floating covers impact water circulation and aeration?
Water circulation and aeration can be influenced by the usage of floating covers.
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Do floating covers require anchor systems?
Floating covers typically require anchor systems to maintain contact and prevent displacement.
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Can floating covers be employed in mining industry applications?
Floating covers in the mining industry serve to contain and manage liquids, such as leach solutions or tailings ponds.
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What is the buoyancy mechanism in floating covers?
The buoyancy mechanism in floating covers is based on the principle of displacement.
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How do floating covers contribute to energy savings?
Floating covers contribute to energy savings by capturing and utilizing biogas generated in anaerobic digestion processes.
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Are floating covers used in landfill leachate containment?
Floating covers are commonly used in landfill leachate containment systems.
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Can floating covers be used in potable water storage tanks?
Potable water storage tanks can benefit from the use of floating covers
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What role do floating covers play in preventing contamination in water reservoirs?
Floating covers prevent contamination in water reservoirs by creating a physical barrier on the water's surface.
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Are floating covers used in oil and gas industry applications?
Floating covers are employed in the oil and gas industry for the containment and management of various liquids, such as wastewater or storage ponds.
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How do floating covers contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in wastewater treatment plants?
Floating covers contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in wastewater treatment plants by capturing and utilizing biogas produced during the anaerobic digestion process.
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Can floating covers be retrofitted to existing water storage systems?
Yes, floating covers can be retrofitted to existing water storage systems.
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Are floating covers resistant to UV radiation?
Floating covers are designed to be resistant to UV radiation.
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How do floating covers affect the aesthetic appearance of a water body?
Floating covers can have a minimal impact on the aesthetic appearance of a water body.
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Do floating covers impact the temperature of the covered water body?
Yes, floating covers can impact the temperature of the covered water body.
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Can floating covers be used in aquaculture ponds?
Floating covers can be successfully used in highly managed environments like aquaculture ponds.
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Are floating covers compatible with different types of liquids?
Floating covers are compatible with a wide range of liquids, including water, wastewater, industrial effluents, and various chemicals.
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