What is the Drupps Project?
Drupps offers a new water source by recovering evaporative water losses and opening the atmosphere as a fresh, untapped water source. The project is on a mission to make businesses worldwide realize the potential in airborne water to reduce their water needs and ultimately boost climate change resilience. Simply put, Drupps turns air into water, capturing moisture that would otherwise be lost to the atmosphere.
Main Benefit: Water and Heat Recovery
Drupps Vapor is designed to recover both water and heat while solving plume abatement issues, especially for spray dryers and atomizers. Here’s a quick snapshot of what it can do:
- Airflow capacity per Vapor module: 30,000 m³/h at 100°C and 1 bar
- Water production ranges from 0 to 13,700 kg/h depending on the number of modules
- Heat recovery ranges from 0 to 1,100 kW
- Modular design scales from 1 to 4 modules, fitting your space, energy, and capacity needs
How Drupps Vapor Works
The system connects directly to the chimney of your spray dryer through ducting. First, a filtration system scrubs particles from the air coming out of the chimney. Then, the vapor module condenses the water vapor into liquid water and removes the visible plume. The recovered water can be reused in your process or for other utilities. It’s a smart way to turn waste into a resource.
Performance and Scalability
The Drupps Vapor system is built to fit your specific needs. Whether your airflow is 20,000 or 100,000 m³/h, the system scales accordingly. There’s no upper limit on size, so it can grow with your operation. Plus, the system automatically alerts you when maintenance is due, like filter changes, making it easy to keep things running smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wondering about delivery times or maintenance? Here are some quick answers:
- Delivery time: Usually 6-9 months, depending on system size and location
- Waste generation: Produces sludge from particles and dust caught by the scrubber, which needs regular removal
- Module size: Each Vapor module measures 3 × 2 × 4 meters (W x H x D)
- Life expectancy: At least 20 years with proper maintenance
- Supervision: Can be monitored remotely via an online portal on your computer or smartphone
- Unique scrubber feature: Unlike many wet scrubbers, Drupps Vapor neither loses nor gains water from the airflow thanks to Absium G technology
- Air quality after treatment: Clean, water-free, and dust-free air exiting the system
Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation – by providing a new water source and reducing water consumption
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – through heat recovery and efficient energy use
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – by introducing innovative atmospheric water generation technology
- SDG 13: Climate Action – increasing resilience to climate change by reducing water dependency
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – minimizing water waste and improving resource efficiency
Looking Ahead: Water is in the Air! Are You Ready for 2025?
Drupps is an easy and efficient way to protect your water supply with large-scale atmospheric water generation. Securing your business means securing your water—whether for drinking or industrial processes. As water scarcity becomes a growing concern, tapping into airborne water could be a game-changer. The future is here, and it’s literally in the air…
