High-Performance Polyacrylamide Solutions for Dubai Oil Refinery Wastewater Treatment

Welldone Chemical Group, a global leader in polyacrylamide (PAM) wastewater treatment solutions, we recently partnered with a major oil refinery in Dubai to tackle complex industrial effluent challenges. The project achieved 90% reduction in oil content and 75% lower sludge disposal costs, setting a benchmark for sustainable wastewater management in the region.   

The Challenge

The refinery’s wastewater contained high levels of hydrocarbons, suspended solids, and heavy metals, requiring treatment before safe discharge.

Existing processes struggled with:   

• Slow flocculation and poor sludge dewatering.   

• High operational costs due to excessive polymer use.   

• Non-compliance with Dubai’s stringent environmental regulations.   

Our Solution

Welldone Chemical Group engineered a custom cationic polyacrylamide (CPAM) blend tailored to the refinery’s effluent characteristics. Key steps included:   

1. Lab Testing – Optimizing polymer charge density and dosage for maximum oil-solid separation.   

2. Pilot Trial – Demonstrating a 40% faster flocculation rate compared to previous chemicals.   

3. Full-Scale Implementation– Integrating automated dosing systems for precision and cost efficiency.   

Results & Benefits

✅ 90% reduction in oil/grease content (from 500 mg/L to <50 mg/L).   

✅ 75% lower sludge volume, cutting disposal costs by $120,000/year.   

✅ 100% compliance with Dubai Municipality’s treated water standards.   

""The switch to Welldone Chemical Groups PAM technology transformed our wastewater operations. We now meet regulations reliably while reducing costs,""* said Dima, Plant Manager at the refinery.   

Why This Matters for the Region

Dubai’s industrial sector faces growing pressure to adopt sustainable water practices. This project proves that advanced PAM solutions can balance economic efficiency and environmental responsibility—even in high-pollution industries.   

Global Applications

Our polymers are also deployed in:   

• Mexico (mining wastewater)   

• Brazil (municipal sewage plants)   

• Saudi Arabia (power generation effluents)   

Explore Our Solutions

Interested in optimizing your wastewater treatment? [Contact our team](@lisa.li@welldonechina.com) for a free consultation