Screw Press Dewatering Equipment

Screw Press Dewatering Equipment for Wastewater Treatment

Screw press dewatering equipment is a widely used mechanical separation tool designed to efficiently extract water from solid materials, such as sludge or other waste products. It is particularly prevalent in wastewater treatment, industrial processes, and various applications requiring effective dewatering.

The equipment operates by utilizing a rotating screw or auger within a cylindrical screen or drum, which gradually compresses and squeezes out the liquid content from the solids. This technology is favored in municipal wastewater treatment plants, industrial facilities, agricultural operations, and other settings where efficient dewatering of sludge or wet waste materials is necessary before disposal or further processing. The design and capacity of screw presses can be customized based on the specific application and the characteristics of the material being processed.

Application fields of Screw Press Dewatering Equipment

1.Industrial wastewater treatment system: Applicable to wastewater treatment in industries such as petrochemicals, light industry, chemical fiber, papermaking, medicine and leather, helping enterprises achieve economic and social benefits.
2.Papermaking industry: In the papermaking industry, screw press dewatering machines are used to remove moisture from pulp to obtain the required pulp concentration and provide preparation for subsequent process steps (such as fine grinding, dispersion, and bleaching).
3.Sludge dewatering: The screw press dewatering machine conveys and compresses the sludge through the internal screw conveyor to achieve efficient dehydration, reduce the moisture content of the sludge, and reduce subsequent transportation and treatment costs.
4.Food and beverage industry: The wastewater and sludge generated in the process of food and beverage processing can be effectively dehydrated by screw press dewatering equipment.

Benefits & Features

1.Enclosed design to minimize odors and noise
2.Low wash water usage (1/8 compared to belt presses)
3.Very low power consumption (1/20 compared to centrifuges)
4.Produces high cake solids
5.Requires minimal operator intervention
6.Easy to operate and maintain
7.Automatic start-up, operation, and shutdown
8.Optional touchscreen interface
9.Sludge flow and cake monitoring system
10.Available with various options for industries like dairy and palm oil

How It Works

1.Concurrent Force & Water: The force and water move in the same direction to separate free water at the fastest rate.
2.Moderate Pressure: Ensures effective sludge dewatering while maintaining low energy consumption and minimal mechanical wear.
3.Thin-Layer Dewatering: Utilizes a thin layer to separate free water quickly.
4.Extended Dewatering Path: Provides sufficient time for continuous dewatering operations.