Controlled Hydrodynamic Cavitation (CHC)

Overview

CHC in Action

Vortex Water Solutions' Controlled Hydrodynamic Cavitation is a Non-Chemical, or Mechanical, water treatment system.

Our technology consists of a process loop where process or effluent water streams undergo our patented Controlled HDC process.

At the point of discharge, the two opposing water streams (whose internal rotation is opposite from one another) collide, creating hydrodynamic cavitation or microjets with high shear force, and vacuum.

This sudden lowering of pressure into a vacuum state forces the release of dissolved carbon dioxide (CO2) from the water. This release of CO2 in turn causes calcium carbonate to immediately drop out of solution into suspension where it is removed by filtration.

HOW IT WORKS

Core Technology of the Vortex Water Solution Platform

Controlled Hydrodynamic Cavitation (CHC) is a mechanical water treatment process that stabilizes water without chemicals.

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Instead of adding inhibitors or biocides, CHC:
  • Converts dissolved hardness into removable solids
  • Reduces biological growth through physical disruption
  • Advanced Oxidation Properties
  • Helps keep systems clean and efficient
  • Shifts water into a more stable condition

The process allows water to be treated using energy and flow dynamics, rather than chemical dosing.

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How does it work?
Water passes through a specialized chamber where controlled cavitation occurs.
Inside the chamber, tiny vapor bubbles form and collapse rapidly. This releases localized energy into the water. That energy drives physical and chemical changes. The result:
  • Scale-forming material is converted into soft particles
  • Biological organisms are broken apart
  • Water chemistry shifts toward a more stable condition
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What does it mean for you?
  • Less buildup on surfaces
  • Reduced biological activity
  • More consistent operating conditions
  • Lower dependency on manual adjustments
CHC changes water from something that requires constant management into something that can be mechanically controlled and maintained.

Key Features

Key Features & Benefits

>70
%
Non-Evaporative Water Recovery Rate
Reclaim and return treated effluent to the process, reducing freshwater demand and discharge volumes.
Zero
Chemicals Added
CHC technology delivers treatment performance through physical energy, eliminating the need for chemical additives.
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×
Equipment Life Extension
By managing scale, fouling, and dissolved gases, systems run longer between service intervals with less wear.
Improved Treatment Consistency
Stable, repeatable water quality output regardless of influent variability.
Reduced Chemical Dependency
Lower or eliminate chemical treatment programs and their associated costs and handling risk.
Enhanced Downstream Performance
Cleaner water entering downstream processes means better throughput and system efficiency.
Lower Disposal & Compliance Burden
Treated discharge meeting or exceeding regulatory requirements with less operational overhead.
25+
Years of Innovation
Multi‑Patented
CHC Technology
Zero
Chemicals Required
5
Continents

Our Solutions

Non-chemical treatment systems designed for demanding industrial and municipal applications.

01

Reclaim & Reuse

Turn Used Water into a Reliable Resource.

Condition reclaimed water for consistent reuse while reducing freshwater demand, discharge volumes, and chemical dependency.

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02

Heat Transfer Water Treatment

Restore Heat Transfer and Reduce Energy Loss.

Non-chemical water treatment that prevents fouling and scaling at the source, helping heat exchange equipment operate at peak efficiency for much longer.

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03

Wastewater Treatment

Smarter Conditioning Before Downstream Treatment.

Improve wastewater treatability by reducing biological activity, organics, and particle size ahead of filtration, biological, or polishing systems.

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04

Gray Water Treatment

Make Gray Water Predictable and Reusable.

Stabilize gray water quality to control odor, biological growth, and suspended solids — allowing for safe on-site reuse without complex chemical programs.

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05

Produced Water Treatment

Tame Challenging Produced Water Without Chemicals.

Non-chemical conditioning that improves produced water handling, reuse, or disposal reliability in harsh and highly variable environments.

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Agriculture & Mining

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