The drainage characteristics of a sludge depends to a largely on its composition. The maximum dry substance (DS) achievable through mechanical methods is determined primarily by the content of extra-cellular polymer substances (EPS). The bound water can only be removed by denaturing before mechanical dewatering or by thermal drying.

With the Bucher press, the maximum possible dry substance content is achieved for both chemically
untreated as well as denatured sludge.

Since the costs for sludge transport and handling are proportional to the weight of the dewatered filter cake, the disposal costs are reduced through the use of the Bucher press.

A further economic and ecological advantage is the energy surplus created in the thermal utilisation of sludge with a high dry substance content and sufficiently high organic content (LOI > 30%).

With the Bucher press you attain the maximum dewatering and thus achieve the best possible results in dry substance content and heating value of the dewatered filter cake.

For detailed information with visualisations please download our brochure in the download area. Of course we will be pleased to be at your disposal via e-mail or telephone at any time as well.


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