Estimating the efficiency of wastewater sludge dewatering
using new generation equipment

Summary

An overview of new generation equipment based on the operational experience in dewatering a mixture of excess activated sludge and raw wastewater sludge is presented. A detailed description of the technical characteristics of the equipment with placing the emphasis on such important features as enhanced reliability, improved resistance to various types of sludge, minimal energy consumption, and reduced maintenance costs is provided. The comparative operational and technical characteristics of advanced wastewater sludge dewatering equipment are presented. The economic feasibility of introducing a new generation screw dehydrator in comparison with other dewatering methods is analyzed. The information is addressed to the professionals making decisions on purchasing dewatering equipment, which allows them to weigh the risks and estimate the costs.

Key words

dehydration , sludge , screw dehydrator , operational and technical characteristics of the equipment