Legrini Omar
Legrini Omar
Category : Environment - Urban planning - Architecture - Geography
LEGRINI Omar
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Technical Director & Managing Director ESCO International Ltd United Kingdom Specialties: Environment - Urban Planning - Architecture - Geography |
Origins & Education
Omar Legrini was born on December 24, 1959, in Oran, Algeria. He completed his higher education at the Algerian Petroleum Institute (IAP) in Boumerdes, Algeria, where he developed his initial expertise in chemical engineering.
He subsequently obtained a PhD in Chemical Engineering, specializing in water and gas purification. This solid academic foundation enabled him to acquire in-depth expertise in environmental treatment processes that characterize his career today.
Scientific Career
With more than 35 years of experience in chemical engineering and photochemical processes applied to water and air treatment, Omar Legrini has established himself as a recognized expert in his field. His career is built around several major areas:
Technological Development
- Development of a comprehensive range of low and medium pressure UV systems
- Creation of the UVAZONE process for swimming pools
- Innovation in treatment equipment and processes
- Research and development of advanced oxidation technologies
Technical Expertise
- Design, engineering, manufacturing, and supply of advanced water, wastewater, gas effluent, and air treatment processes
- Specialization in ozone and ultraviolet-based technologies
- Development of disinfection and advanced oxidation systems
- Expertise in COD, TOC reduction and micropollutant treatment
Industrial Applications
His innovations find applications across numerous sectors:
- Tertiary produced water treatment (COD, TOC, oil reduction)
- Pharmaceutical industries (TOC, COD, antibiotics, endocrine disruptors removal)
- Power plants, oil & gas, refineries
- Mining industries and aquaculture
- Ballast water treatment and swimming pool disinfection
- Food and beverage industries
As Managing Director of ESCO International Ltd, he currently oversees all company projects and continues to lead research and development efforts in UV, ozone, and advanced oxidation technologies.
Distinctions & Recognition
Omar Legrini has made significant contributions to the scientific literature in his field with numerous publications in specialized journals. His research work focuses primarily on:
- Advanced photochemical processes
- UV disinfection technologies
- Ozone oxidation systems
- Complex industrial water treatment
He is regularly invited to present his work at international conferences and maintains an active presence in the scientific community specialized in water and air treatment.
Impact & Influence
Omar Legrini's impact on the water and air treatment industry is considerable. He has revolutionized several aspects of the sector:
Technological Innovation
- Development of revolutionary UV systems for various industrial applications
- Creation of highly efficient Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOP)
- Innovation in volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and gas effluent treatment
International Expansion
- Establishment of distributor and OEM networks in China, Taiwan, Singapore, and Hong Kong
- Development of strategic partnerships with water treatment and engineering companies
- Technology transfer to emerging markets
Environmental Applications
His technologies contribute to:
- Significant reduction of industrial pollution
- Improvement of drinking water quality
- Efficient treatment of complex wastewater
- Disinfection without harmful chemicals
- Reduction of polluting gas emissions
Comprehensive Product & Service Portfolio
Under his leadership, ESCO International Ltd offers:
- Design and supply of comprehensive low & medium pressure UV systems
- Ozone generators, PSA oxygen generators, and ancillary equipment
- Complete ozone & advanced oxidation pilot skid systems
- Full-scale ozone and AOP systems (O₃/UV, H₂O₂/UV, O₃/H₂O₂, O₃/H₂O₂/UV, Catalytic AOP)
- AOP, ozone, UV pilot services and R&D services
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Websites & Professional Profiles
Contact Information
Email: omar.legrini@escouk.com
General Email: info@escouk.com
Phone: +44 1492 584140
Mobile: +44 7795 512 651