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[mk1959]

We are operating a centrafuge for dewatering of our sludge here in a West Virginia City.   Approximately 3 months ago we started to have an issue of every 5 to 6 hours of standard operation the centrafuge turning to slop.  We have taken the unit apart and can find NO mechanical issues. 

 

We are at a absolute loss for a solution .  

 

Has anyone ever experienced the same problem ?   Possible solution to this problem ?

 

This has become a real issue for the operators.

 

 

Would appreciate some help !!!

 

 

Mark

[TS1979]

What kind centrifuge do you have? What caused the machine to stop, high torque, high power draw, or high vibration? How about running the machine standby?

[mk1959]

17 inch Westfalia centrifuge.

 

The centrifuge does not go out on high torque, power draw , vibration,     Its not going out.

 

The problem is after 4 to 5 hours of operation it just goes to slop.    Polymer is fine !     Unit just goes to liquid slop, has to be shut down , ran through the wash down cycle and restarted.   Will then run fine for 4 to 5 hours.

 

Unit has been opened up and everything looks fine.   Some build up of struvite . 

 

Thanks  

Mark

[breizh]

Mark,

If nothing wrong with the equipment , you should consider your process and the quality of the material you want to filter . No change over the year ? particle size distribution , viscosity ,.....which may affect the separation ?

You should consult the vendor , it may be able to run test with you material or point you in the right direction

 

Breizh