The electronics manufacturing sector depends on vast volumes of ultra-pure water to produce semiconductors and PCBs at scale. A single semiconductor fabrication facility can consume millions of gallons of water each day, placing intense strain on local water supplies and infrastructure [1], [2]. As global demand for electronics continues to rise, access to healthy, clean water has become a mission-critical operational requirement rather than a utility consideration.

Modern electronics and PCB manufacturing processes rely on strong acids, solvents, and heavy metals that inevitably contaminate process water and wastewater streams that treatment facilities are not prepared to handle [3]. Treating these complex effluents requires significant capital investment and high ongoing operating costs [4]. Conventional municipal treatment systems—many built decades ago—are often unable to fully remove these pollutants, allowing contaminants to reach rivers, aquifers, ecosystems, food supplies, and drinking water sources, worsening the global freshwater crisis [5], [6].

ClearE8 systems are purpose-built to generate clean water for electronics and PCB manufacturing using proprietary Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) technology. At the heart of the system is the generation of ozone nanobubbles, which dramatically increase contact efficiency and oxidation potential within the water. This process effectively destroys bacteria, viruses, molds, and other toxins commonly found in industrial water streams. Through Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) technology, ClearE8 “shreds” pathogens and complex contaminants at a molecular level. The resulting by-products are naturally occurring molecules such as oxygen (O₂), water (H₂O), carbon dioxide (CO₂), and nitrogen (N₂)—leaving behind clean water with elevated dissolved oxygen levels that is safe, stable, and environmentally responsible.

For electronics and PCB manufacturing, access to consistent healthy, clean water directly translates into improved production yields, reduced defect rates, and lower operational risk. ClearE8 systems help manufacturers meet stringent water quality requirements while minimizing dependence on costly chemical treatments and maintenance-intensive filtration systems. ClearE8 systems can also integrate with other water treatment technologies - improving maintenance and efficiency of systems like reverse-osmosis.

By applying Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) technology, ClearE8 supports cleaner production lines, enhanced compliance with environmental regulations, and measurable reductions in hazardous waste handling costs. The result is a more resilient and sustainable electronics manufacturing operation with reduced environmental impact.

ClearE8 systems enable post-treatment of contaminated wastewater so it can be safely recycled back into electronics and PCB manufacturing processes or returned to the environment. This closed-loop approach significantly reduces freshwater demand, lowers wastewater discharge volumes, and eases the burden on municipal treatment plants.

At the core of this capability is ClearE8’s multi-stage Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) technology, which leverages ozone as a highly reactive oxidant to fully destroy organics and complex industrial chemicals. Oxidation is nature’s own cleaning mechanism, and ClearE8 applies this principle at an industrial scale. These Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) technology systems solubilize and remove contaminants, improving overall water quality, clarity, odor, and safety - delivering healthy, clean water at virtually any scale.

References: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]