What are the applications of decanter centrifuges?

KOSUN decanter centrifuge is an excellent tool for separating liquid and solid mixtures. Industrial work and water processing plants are often tasked with purifying substances with variable amounts of solid material, and a decanter centrifuge is engineered to remove any and all contaminates from sewage and effluent sludge. Centrifuges are also capable of separating disparate fluids such as weighted or non-weighted oil and water based liquids. For example, those in the beverage industry commonly employ decanter centrifuges to extract juices. Utilizing basic gravitational force, the centrifuge divides the denser, weightier solids from the lighter, effluent liquid. Consequently, decanter centrifuges are utilized by a variety of industries with applications extending from water processing to the manufacturing of stainless steel.

Each decanter centrifuge is equipped with a hydraulic scroll drive system that allows the user to automatically control the rate of solid material discharge. The design of the device separates solids while still maintaining their weight and consistency. For example, research has shown decanter centrifuges when used to separate mud are able to sustain the material’s viscosity and original composition. The machine provides flexibility as well, with programmable frequencies and an adjustable belt that allows for altered rotation speeds. In addition, the system offers long term reliability, with well maintained equipment lasting for up to 25 years.

Applications of Decanter Centrifuges

The primary application for decanter centrifuges is extracting solid materials from collected sludge. However, despite its singular purpose, the equipment can be utilized by a variety of industries. For example, oil companies employ decanter centrifuge to separate debris and dirt from crude oil. Refineries also make use of the technology in conjunction with shale shakers and mud cleaners. Companies that sell processed foods and fish depend heavily on decanter centrifuges to ensure the quality of their products. Most importantly, decanter centrifuges are critical to water processing facilities and ensuring our environment is free of unnecessary toxins.