Overlapping Screw Press: Technical Advantages
1. Universal Applicability
Industry Coverage: Papermaking, municipal WWTPs, food/beverage, chemicals, leather, welding materials, textiles, pharmaceuticals
Sludge Concentration Flexibility:
Processes both high/low solids sludge (2,000 mg/L to 50,000 mg/L)
Eliminates thickening tanks for dilute sludge (<5,000 mg/L), reducing:
Capital costs by 25-40%
Phosphorus release risk
Anaerobic odor generation
2. Compact Footprint
Integrated Modules: Electrical cabinet, conditioning tank, flocculation mixer, press body
Space Optimization: 30-50% smaller than belt presses
Maintenance Efficiency:
Lightweight design (<800 kg) for easy transport
Component accessibility for rapid replacement
3. Anti-Clogging Performance
Self-Cleaning Mechanism:
Zero manual screen cleaning
60-70% reduction in rinse water consumption
Prevents internal recirculation overload
Oil-Sludge Competence: Handles greasy sludge with ≤15% lipid content
4. Low-Speed Operation
Drive System: 2-3 RPM spiral shaft rotation
Operational Benefits:
Power consumption <1.5 kW·h per ton DS
Noise level ≤65 dB(A) at 1m distance
Vibration amplitude <50 μm
5. Automated Control
PLC Integration: Synchronizes sludge pumps, dosing systems, conveyors
Enables 24/7 unmanned operation
Maintenance Efficiency:
Daily service <30 minutes
Tool-free component access
6. Robust Construction
Material Integrity: 304/316L stainless steel body
Lifecycle Advantages:
Service life >15 years
Only wear parts: Spiral shaft & moving rings (replacement cycle >10,000 hrs)