When the mud produced by the filter press is wet and sticky, the use of sludge conditioner can effectively improve the dewatering effect of the sludge. Here are some basic knowledge about sludge conditioners and their effects:

1. The basic function of sludge conditioner:

The sludge conditioner can increase the flocculability of the sludge, making the particles and clumps in the sludge become larger and easier to be separated.

By neutralizing the surface charge in the sludge, the repulsive force between particles is reduced and the viscosity is reduced.

Enhance the dense structure of the sludge, reduce the moisture content, and make it easier to press and filter.

2. Selection of sludge conditioner:

Cationic type: Suitable for the treatment of negatively charged sludge, usually polyacrylamide (cPAM) or other cationic polymers.

Non-ionic type: suitable for neutral sludge or sludge treatment under specific conditions.

Anionic type: suitable for inorganic substances, such as coal washing, mining, construction mud, etc.

3. Use Tips:

First of all, the appropriate sludge conditioner should be selected according to the characteristics of the sludge.

The amount of sludge conditioner added should be moderate, neither too much to waste, nor too little to lead to poor results.

Adequate mixing and contact should be ensured during the conditioning process to ensure that the conditioner reacts adequately with the sludge.

The use of sludge conditioner is an effective method, which can significantly improve the dehydration effect of the filter press, so that the pressed mud is drier and more stable in structure. The correct selection and use of sludge conditioners is key, not only to improve dehydration efficiency, but also to save costs and reduce environmental impact.