Author Archives: GN Decanter Centrifuge

Large Linear Vibrating Screen Delivered for Mining Project

GN Separation has recently completed the production and delivery of a GNLS3073 Large Linear Vibrating Screen for a domestic mining customer. Designed for demanding screening operations, the equipment will be used in the customer’s mining production line to improve screening efficiency and maintain stable, continuous material processing.

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GN Separation Supplies Integrated Screw Press Sludge Dewatering System for International Project

GN Separation has recently completed the production and shipment of an integrated sludge dewatering package for an overseas customer. The system combines a GNDL302 Screw Press Sludge Dewatering Machine with a GNSJY2000 Automatic Chemical Dosing Unit, providing a reliable and energy-efficient solution for continuous sludge treatment.

The package is designed to optimize sludge conditioning and mechanical dewatering while reducing operating costs and simplifying plant operation. Its compact skid-mounted design also makes installation and commissioning more convenient for end users.

Complete Sludge Dewatering Process

Efficient sludge dewatering depends not only on the dewatering machine itself but also on proper chemical conditioning. In this package, the polymer dosing unit and screw press work together to achieve stable dewatering performance.

The treatment process includes:

  • Automatic preparation of polymer solution
  • Precise polymer dosing and sludge flocculation
  • Continuous sludge dewatering using the screw press
  • Collection of dewatered sludge cake
  • Return of filtrate to the wastewater treatment system

This integrated process improves sludge dewatering efficiency while reducing polymer consumption and labor requirements.

GNDL302 Screw Press for Continuous Dewatering

The GNDL302 screw press is designed for continuous sludge thickening and dewatering. Its low-speed screw conveyor works together with fixed and moving rings to gradually increase pressure inside the dewatering zone, allowing water to pass through the filter gaps while conveying the sludge cake toward the discharge outlet.

Compared with conventional dewatering equipment, the screw press offers several advantages:

  • Low power consumption
  • Continuous automatic operation
  • Self-cleaning mechanism to reduce clogging
  • Low noise and vibration
  • Simple maintenance requirements
  • Long equipment service life

The equipment is suitable for municipal wastewater as well as various industrial sludge applications.

Automatic Polymer Preparation

The GNSJY2000 Chemical Dosing Unit automatically prepares polymer solution with accurate concentration control and continuous output. Proper flocculation enhances sludge particle aggregation before entering the screw press, contributing to improved cake dryness and more stable operation.

The automatic system also minimizes manual chemical preparation, improves dosing consistency, and helps reduce operating costs.

Supporting Various Industrial Applications

GN Separation provides screw press sludge dewatering systems for a wide range of industries, including municipal wastewater treatment, food and beverage processing, paper manufacturing, chemical plants, textile production, and other industrial wastewater treatment facilities.

Each sludge dewatering package can be configured according to sludge characteristics, treatment capacity, and project requirements. By combining reliable equipment with practical engineering experience, GN Separation continues to deliver customized solid-liquid separation solutions for customers around the world.

GN 30-Inch Decanter Centrifuge Enhances Mining Slurry Concentration Efficiency

GN Separation has recently completed the commissioning of a 30-inch (760 mm) bowl diameter Decanter centrifuge for a mining slurry concentration project in China. The equipment has been successfully put into operation, providing the customer with a continuous and automated solution for solid-liquid separation. Continue reading

Improving Potato Processing Efficiency with Decanter Centrifuge Technology for Starch Recovery and Water Recycling

Potato processing requires large amounts of water during cleaning and preparation stages. The generated process water usually contains suspended starch particles, fine solids, and organic residues. Traditionally, many food processing plants rely on sedimentation tanks to remove these solids. However, this method often requires significant space, long retention time, and may deliver unstable separation results when operating conditions change. Continue reading

GN Separation Delivers Sludge Dewatering Centrifuge Package for Overseas Wastewater Treatment Project

GN Separation has successfully completed the delivery of a GNLW554 Sludge Dewatering Centrifuge Package for an overseas wastewater treatment plant. The package includes a GNLW554 Decanter centrifuge and an Automatic Polymer Dosing Unit, providing an integrated solution for sludge conditioning and dewatering. Continue reading

GN Solids Mena in UAE to Support GN Middle East and North Africa Business

GN Solids Control, a globally recognized leader in solids control, separation equipment, and mining vibrating screens, is proud to announce the establishment of GN Solids MENA, a wholly owned subsidiary located in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Dubai, UAE. This strategic expansion reflects GN’s long-term commitment to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and enhances its ability to deliver faster, more responsive, and locally tailored services. Continue reading

Introduction to the Scroll in a Decanter Centrifuge

The scroll (also called screw conveyor) is a core internal component of a decanter centrifuge. It is installed inside the rotating bowl and rotates at a differential speed relative to the bowl. Its primary function is to continuously convey the settled solids toward the conical end for discharge. The design, material, and operating parameters of the scroll directly affect the separation efficiency, solids dryness, and overall performance of the decanter centrifuge. Continue reading

Main Factors That Affect the Separation Performance of a Decanter Centrifuge

The separation capacity of a decanter centrifuge mainly depends on the density difference between the solid and liquid phases and the length of the sedimentation zone. When the density difference between the solid and liquid phases is small or the slurry viscosity is high, the separation and settling process becomes more difficult. Continue reading