How much does a RO Plant cost?
Whether your needs are for water treatment, process purification and separation, wastewater treatment, or a combination of these, Netsol Water can help.
Factors to consider when pricing RO Plants
Consider these criteria when pricing a RO Plant.
Rates of flow
In general, lower flow rates correlate to reduced capital expenditures in RO Plants. While this rule applies to most systems, flow rate might be more important for some technologies than others.Big and small RO units are generally scalable based on flow, after the basic cost of engineering, control panel, and cleaning systems are covered. For example, increasing the flow by 50% might result in a 20% increase in cost.
The standard of water
The chemistry and composition of the stream to be treated, are important factors in the cost of most RO Plants. In general, the more pollutants present, the more steps in a water treatment train there are, and the higher the initial cost.
Construction materials
The materials chosen to build your RO Plants,might have a significant influence on the cost.
Early planning
Planning the concepts, designs, and regulatory requirements for your project, is a key first step in getting RO Plants. Engineering expenditures generally range between 10-15% of the entire project cost, and are typically phased in over the course of the project.
Space constraints
The size of your RO system and the location of your plant, will affect the cost of any RO Plant. If physical space is expensive at your factory, investing in technology with a small footprint may be more cost-effective.
You may not have much flexibility in system size depending on your unique RO treatment goals, and process circumstances, but it is important to examine the system footprint, if you are exploring alternative treatment methods.
Installation rates
Labour expenses might vary greatly from one place to the next, so while calculating your project budget, be sure to look into the installation rates in your area. Pre-packaged modular systems may be less expensive than build-in-place facilities, in places where installation costs are considerable.
Depending on the degree of pre-packaging and the quantity of site civil work required, installation expenses generally vary between 15 and 40% of the project cost.
Operating expenses
In the RO Plants, operating expenses are frequently determined by a complicated and linked collection of elements. When planning a RO Plant, consider the advantages and drawbacks of initial vs long-term cost investment, the costs of adding a pre- or post-treatment system, and the availability of employees and space at your business.
You'll also need to assess whether contracting for off-site regeneration, is a preferable option for IX resin technologies. Regardless of the solutions you choose, commissioning an operational cost study may help you effectively estimate for all of the chemicals, equipment, personnel, and other expenses, associated with maintaining your system during its life cycle.
Price list for Different Capacities of RO Plant
In India, reverse osmosis systems generally range in price from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 3, 80,000 per unit.
The price is influenced by a number of factors, the most important of which is the volume of water that must be produced each day. Another factor to consider is the amount of pre-filtration equipment needed. The larger the system is and the higher the price is, the greater will be the demand for water.
Industrial and commercial reverse osmosis systems are ideally suited to water situations with various difficulties, such as high hardness + high salinity (TDS). The total cost of RO plants comprises the company's fees for maintenance and installation, which contribute to a range of charges.
RO Capacity |
Minimum Price |
Maximum Price |
50 -250 Litre/hour |
Rs. 35,000/ Piece |
Rs. 80,000/ Piece |
250-500 Litre/hour |
Rs. 80,000/ Piece |
Rs. 1,15,000/ Piece |
500-1000 Litre/hour |
Rs. 1,15,000/ Piece |
Rs. 1,35,000/ Piece |
1000-2000 Litre/hour |
Rs. 1,35,000/ Piece |
Rs. 2,60,000/ Piece |
2000-3000 Litre/ hour |
Rs. 2,60,000/ Piece |
Rs. 3,10,000/ Piece |