Thickening, Washing and Dewatering

Question 1

What is the general consistency range for thickening. Inlet and outlet. + give examples

Answer 1

0.5-2% inlet
4.5-15% outlet
Disc filter, drum thickener

Question 2

What is the general consistency range for dewatering inlet and outlet + give examples

Answer 2

3.5-15% inlet
25-40% outlet
Screw press, wire press

Question 3

What is the general consistency range for washing inlet and outlet + give examples

Answer 3

0.7-1.3% inlet
7-10% outlet
Belt washer/Variosplit

Question 4

What is the general purpose of a disk filter

Answer 4

Thicken for storage
Provide dilution water
Separate water loops

Question 5

How is the capacity of a disk filter defined

Answer 5

Stock drainability
Amount of discs
Rotational speed
Applied Vacuum