The primary costs in the stonewashing process include materials, energy consumption, and waste management. There are significant differences between traditional pumice stones and new high-polymer ceramic pumice in these areas.
1. Cost of Traditional Pumice
- Material cost: Natural pumice typically accounts for 10%–15% of total costs, but it wears out quickly and requires frequent replacement.
- Replacement frequency: Traditional pumice needs to be replaced after 3–5 washes, increasing procurement and waste management costs.
- Waste disposal: Traditional pumice is difficult to recycle, leading to high waste disposal expenses.
2. Cost Efficiency of Ceramic Pumice
- Material lifespan: Ceramic pumice lasts 10 times longer than traditional pumice, significantly reducing replacement frequency and material costs.
- Overall savings: Total cost reductions of 66%, including savings on water, electricity, materials, and waste treatment.
- Energy consumption: Ceramic pumice is lighter, reducing machine load and saving 20%–30% in energy costs.
3. Environmental Costs
- Waste management reduction: Ceramic pumice is eco-friendly, eliminating 100% of waste disposal costs.
- Sludge treatment savings: Sludge treatment costs are reduced by 90%.
In conclusion, ceramic pumice significantly lowers operational costs by reducing material replacement, energy consumption, and waste management expenses, while also improving environmental sustainability.
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