clarifier

What is a Clarifier in Wastewater Treatment?
Clarifiers are settling tanks built with mechanical means for continuous removal of solids being deposited by sedimentation. A clarifier is generally used to remove solid particulates or suspended solids from the liquid for clarification and (or) thickening.

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​What is water Clarification?
Water purification is the process of removing undesirable chemicals, biological contaminants, suspended solids and gases from water. The goal is to produce water fit for a specific purpose.

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What is the Purpose of the Clarifier?
The purpose of a clarifier is to remove solids, produce a cleaner effluent and concentrate solids. The concentration of solids removed from the wastewater reduces the volume of sludge for dewatering and/or disposal.

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​Clarifiers or thickeners are widely used in many industries including:
Paper Industry
Sand and Gravel
Vegetable Washing and Processing

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