
Enclosures Designed for Pump Stations, Filtration Plants, and Water Utilities
ETA Enclosures USA provides electrical enclosures engineered for water and wastewater treatment facilities. Our enclosures protect critical control and monitoring equipment from moisture, chemicals, and environmental hazards, ensuring long-term reliability in municipal and industrial applications.
Why Are Electrical Enclosures Essential in Water & Wastewater Treatment?
Water treatment systems depend on enclosures that provide protection, accessibility, and security. The right enclosure must:
- Protect sensitive electrical equipment from exposure to water, humidity, and corrosive chemicals.
- Ensure uninterrupted operation of pump control panels, motor starters, and SCADA systems.
- Provide a secure housing for PLCs, VFDs, instrumentation, and power distribution components.
ETA Enclosures offers wall-mount, floor-standing, and modular enclosures that fit a variety of water treatment needs, from motor control to robotic system integration.
What Features Should a Water Treatment Enclosure Have?
ETA offers enclosures with features optimized for the water and wastewater treatment industry, ensuring streamlined integration into water treatment systems. These features include:
- Corrosion-resistant materials such as stainless steel or coated mild steel to withstand chlorine, acids, and other chemicals.
- NEMA 4X and IP66 ratings for protection against water spray, washdowns, and environmental exposure.
- Sealed designs with gaskets to prevent water ingress, even in outdoor installations.
- Ventilation and climate control options to prevent internal condensation and overheating.
How Do Enclosures Help Meet Water Utility Regulations and Standards?
Water treatment enclosures must meet strict electrical safety and environmental protection requirements to comply with industry regulations. ETA Enclosures are designed to meet or exceed:
- Compliance with NEMA, UL, and IP standards for water-resistant enclosures.
- Designed for use in municipal treatment plants, ensuring protection against contamination risks.
- Secure locking mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access to control panels and monitoring equipment.
- Durable finishes to withstand outdoor exposure and chemical washdowns.
By using properly rated enclosures, manufacturers can reduce downtime, prevent failures, and meet regulatory requirements without additional modifications.
What Environmental Challenges Do Water & Wastewater Enclosures Face?
Water treatment enclosures face harsh operating conditions, and choosing the right protection is critical to maintaining system reliability. Key challenges include:
- High humidity and frequent washdowns requiring watertight sealing.
- Exposure to chlorine, hydrogen sulfide, and other corrosive gases.
- Extreme temperature variations affecting internal electronics.
- Need for robust construction to withstand long operational lifecycles with minimal maintenance.
ETA Enclosures USA offers solutions tailored to these challenges, including sealed enclosures, corrosion-resistant finishes, and thermal management accessories to keep automation systems operating reliably.
Find the Right Enclosure for Your Water or Wastewater Treatment Application
Selecting the right enclosure is essential for protecting automation equipment, ensuring compliance, and enabling system scalability. Contact ETA Enclosures USA today to discuss your application needs and explore our range of industrial automation enclosures.
Industry Related Products
Industry Profile
Primary Applications
- Pump control/ lift station panels
- SCADA and remote telemetry systems
- Chemical dosing station enclosures
- Instrumentation and flow monitoring
- Motor control centers (MCCs)
Environmental Factors
- Constant moisture and humidity
- Chemical exposure (chlorine, sulfur compounds)
- Outdoor and underground installations
- Temperature swings and condensation
- UV and weather exposure
Key Industry Considerations
- High ingress protection (IP66 / NEMA 4X)
- Corrosion-resistant finishes and stainless steel options
- Secure and sealed cable entry
- Wall-mount and modular options for flexible installation
- Long service life in wet, corrosive environments
Contact our team of experts to discuss your project requirements and request a quote today.