Category: Top Process Equipment Manufacturers

1. Introduction In municipal and industrial wastewater treatment, the management of residual solids—commonly referred to as sludge handling—represents one of the most complex and cost-intensive portions of the plant lifecycle. While the liquid treatment train often garners the primary focus regarding effluent compliance, the solids handling train dictates operational efficiency, disposal costs, and often the […]

Technical Note for Engineers: This article provides a specification-level overview of Solids Dewatering Equipment for municipal and industrial applications. It focuses on engineering selection criteria, operational realities, and an impartial analysis of specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). 1. Introduction Solids dewatering represents one of the most critical unit operations in the water and wastewater treatment […]

1. Introduction In municipal and industrial wastewater treatment, the management of odors is not merely an aesthetic concern; it is a critical operational parameter that impacts regulatory compliance, community relations, facility safety, and infrastructure longevity. Odor Control Systems (OCS) represent the primary defense against the release of nuisance compounds—principally hydrogen sulfide (H2S), mercaptans, ammonia, and […]

Introduction to Tanks and Covers in Water and Wastewater Systems Liquid containment and headspace management are foundational elements of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure. Tanks and covers serve not merely as passive storage vessels but as critical process components that define the hydraulic profile, chemical safety, biological stability, and environmental compliance of a […]

1. Introduction Mixing equipment serves as the kinetic heart of municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment facilities. Unlike passive components such as piping or static storage, mixers are dynamic machines responsible for facilitating chemical reactions, maintaining solids suspension, blending disparate fluid streams, and optimizing heat transfer. In the context of consulting engineering and plant […]

1. INTRODUCTION Screening equipment constitutes the first unit operation in the preliminary treatment phase of municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). Positioned at the headworks, these systems are critical for the physical removal of gross solids, rags, plastics, and inorganic debris from the influent stream. The primary engineering objective of screening is the protection […]

1. Introduction In the hierarchy of wastewater treatment unit processes, grit removal serves as the critical line of defense for downstream mechanical equipment and biological processes. Located at the headworks of a facility—typically immediately following coarse screening and raw sewage pumping—grit removal systems are tasked with the physical separation of inorganic solids from the waste […]

1. Introduction Filtration systems represent a critical unit process in both municipal water treatment and wastewater resource recovery facilities. As regulatory limits for turbidity, suspended solids, phosphorus, and pathogens tighten, the reliance on advanced filtration technologies has intensified. In the context of potable water, filtration serves as the primary barrier against protozoan cysts (Giardia and […]

1. Introduction to Disinfection Systems in Water and Wastewater Treatment Disinfection remains the most critical unit process in the protection of public health within municipal and industrial water cycles. In potable water treatment, disinfection serves as the primary barrier against waterborne pathogens, ensuring the inactivation of bacteria, viruses, and protozoa before distribution. In wastewater treatment, […]

1. Introduction Biogas systems serve as the critical interface between anaerobic digestion processes and energy recovery or disposal mechanisms in municipal and industrial wastewater treatment facilities. While historically viewed merely as a waste byproduct requiring safe disposal, biogas—comprising primarily methane (CH4) and carbon dioxide (CO2)—is now universally recognized as a valuable renewable energy resource. The […]