Introduction
Environmental Protection Engineering SA (EPE) is a leading Greek manufacturer specializing in Bilge Water Separators. With over two decades of experience and more than 4000 installations worldwide, EPE is renowned for its quality services in the shipping industry.

New Guidelines and Specifications
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted new requirements under MEPC 107(49) for machinery space bilges of ships. These include an additional efficiency test for Bilge Oil Water Separators, focusing on emulsified oils that cannot be separated by simple gravity methods.

Solution: POSEIDON EVO
EPE has developed the POSEIDON EVO, a state-of-the-art Bilge Oil Water Separator that aligns with the new IMO resolution. It features a two-stage process: a coalescer and an emulsion breaking unit, ensuring effluent oil content is below 5 ppm. The system is economical, reliable, and easy to use.

Innovative Technology
The POSEIDON EVO operates automatically and requires minimal maintenance. It features self-cleaning through backwash, no chemical use, and easy installation. The unit is compact, with a minimal footprint, and delivers reliable results under all test conditions.

Benefits
The system is prewired and preassembled, ensuring easy installation. It has low maintenance and operating costs due to its fully automatic operation and minimal inspection requirements. The system requires limited technical resources, freeing up staff for other tasks.

Worldwide Service and Support
EPE offers comprehensive after-sales support, including technical consulting, product upgrades, and repairs. Training is available at their facilities in Piraeus, Greece.

Quality and Certification
The POSEIDON EVO is type-approved by Lloyds Register in accordance with MEPC 107(49) and EPE is ISO 9001 certified. EPE is committed to R&D, maintaining high-quality standards, and is a leader in Bilge oily water separators.

Product Range
The POSEIDON EVO is available in various sizes (1.0 – 10.0 m3/h) and can be manufactured in mild or stainless steel. Custom solutions are available for special applications.