Low Energy Consumption Sludge Dewatering Machine Automatic Operation Easy Maintenance
Brief Description
The machine consumes little energy, resulting in economical long-term operating costs, aligning with green factory principles. It supports fully automated continuous operation, requiring no manual supervision. Daily maintenance is simple, eliminating the need for complex filter cloth replacements, significantly reducing the operational burden, making it particularly suitable for small and medium-sized industrial enterprises with limited staff.
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Product Overview
The screw press sludge dewatering machine boasts multiple core advantages: uninterrupted clog-free operation, long-lasting wear resistance, extremely low mechanical loss, economical energy consumption and user-friendly operation. It thoroughly resolves the technical bottlenecks plaguing earlier sludge dewatering machines, namely frequent clogging, excessive space occupation, incapability to handle low-concentration sludge and oily sludge, high energy consumption and cumbersome operation, thus achieving high-efficiency and energy-saving dewatering effects. This all-in-one unit integrates a fully automatic control cabinet, flocculation mixing tank, specialized sludge thickening-dewatering body and filtrate storage tank. Operating in full automation, it efficiently completes flocculation, carries out continuous sludge thickening and press dewatering, and ensures collected filtrate is recycled or properly discharged.
Working Principle
Featuring a dual-section design of thickening and dewatering, the screw press sludge dewatering machine relies on physical pressure for sludge treatment. After gravity thickening in the front thickening section, sludge is pushed into the rear dewatering section. When moving forward, the continuous narrowing of filter gaps and screw pitch, combined with the obstruction of the back pressure plate, forms intense internal pressure, which steadily reduces the sludge volume and achieves thorough dehydration.
Product Parameters
| Model | Absolute dry sludge treatment capacity (kg-Ds/hr) |
Sizes (mm) |
Weights (kg) |
Motor Power(kw) | |||
| L | W | H | Net Weight | Operating Weight | Total | ||
| DL-131 | 5~8 | 2000 | 600 | 1200 | 200 | 300 | 1.1 |
| DL-132 | 10~16 | 2100 | 850 | 1200 | 300 | 450 | 2.05 |
| DL-133 | 30~48 | 2150 | 1200 | 1200 | 360 | 520 | 2.2 |
| DL-201 | 9~15 | 2906 | 700 | 1700 | 400 | 750 | 1.12 |
| DL-202 | 18~30 | 2906 | 1100 | 1700 | 600 | 900 | 1.49 |
| DL-203 | 27~45 | 2956 | 1500 | 1700 | 850 | 1300 | 1.86 |
| DL-204 | 36~60 | 3050 | 1800 | 1700 | 1100 | 1600 | 2.23 |
| DL-301 | 30~50 | 3100 | 974 | 1750 | 800 | 1600 | 1.5 |
| DL-302 | 60~100 | 3150 | 1200 | 1750 | 1400 | 2300 | 2.25 |
| DL-303 | 90~150 | 3250 | 1638 | 1750 | 2000 | 3000 | 3 |
| DL-304 | 120~200 | 3300 | 2114 | 1750 | 2500 | 3800 | 4.5 |
| DL-401 | 90~150 | 4100 | 1000 | 2100 | 1800 | 3500 | 2.25 |
| DL-402 | 160~250 | 4300 | 1300 | 2100 | 2500 | 4500 | 3.75 |
| DL-403 | 240~370 | 4500 | 2100 | 2100 | 3800 | 7000 | 5.6 |
| DL-404 | 360~450 | 4700 | 2500 | 2100 | 4500 | 7500 | 7.5 |
| Model | DS standard processing volume | Sludge treatment volume | ||||||
| low concentration | high concentration | 2000mg/L | 5000mg/L | 10000mg/L | 20000mg/L | 30000mg/L | 50000mg/L | |
| DL-101 | ~3kg/h | ~6kg/h | ~1.5m3/h | ~1m3/h | ~0.6m3/h | ~0.3m3/h | ~0.2m3/h | ~0.12m3/h |
| DL-201 | ~9kg/h | ~20kg/h | ~4.5m3/h | ~3.5m3/h | ~2m3/h | ~1m3/h | ~0.6m3/h | ~0.4m3/h |
| DL-202 | ~18kg/h | ~40kg/h | ~9m3/h | ~7.5m3/h | ~4m3/h | ~2m3/h | ~1.3m3/h | ~0.8m3/h |
| DL-301 | ~30kg/h | ~60kg/h | ~15m3/h | ~11m3/h | ~6m3/h | ~13m3/h | ~2m3/h | ~1.2m3/h |
| DL-302 | ~60kg/h | ~120kg/h | ~30m3/h | ~20m3/h | ~12m3/h | ~6m3/h | ~4m3/h | ~2.4m3/h |
| DL-303 | ~90kg/h | ~180kg/h | ~45m3/h | ~32m3/h | ~18m3/h | ~9m3/h | ~6m3/h | ~3.6m3/h |
| DL-352 | ~120kg/h | ~200kg/h | ~60m3/h | ~24m3/h | ~20m3/h | ~10m3/h | ~8m3/h | ~4m3/h |
| DL-353 | ~180kg/h | ~300kg/h | ~90m3/h | ~36m3/h | ~30m3/h | ~15m3/h | ~12m3/h | ~6m3/h |
| DL-403 | ~270kg/h | ~450kg/h | ~135m3/h | ~100m3/h | ~45m3/h | ~22.5m3/h | ~15m3/h | ~9m3/h |
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Key Design & Performance Features
1. Low-Concentration Direct Dewatering, Low Infrastructure Costs
The screw press sludge dewatering machine integrates both thickening and dewatering sections, enabling it to handle both high-concentration and low-concentration sludge directly, from thickening to dewatering the concentrated water. It is suitable for a wide range of sludge concentrations, from 2000mg/L to 50000mg/L.
2. Fixed and Moving Rings Replace Filter Cloth, Self-Cleaning, Clog-Free, and Easy to Handle Oily Sludge
Under the rotation of the screw, the moving rings in the screw press sludge dewatering machine continuously shift relative to the fixed rings, achieving a continuous self-cleaning process and avoiding the clogging problems commonly found in traditional dewatering machines. Therefore, it has a strong capacity for handling oily sludge, is easy to separate, and does not clog; moreover, it requires no external water for high-pressure washing, is clean and environmentally friendly, odorless, and produces no secondary sludge.
3. Low-speed operation, low noise, and low energy consumption
The screw press sludge dewatering machine relies on internal pressure for dewatering, eliminating the need for large machines like rollers. Its low operating speed of only 2-3 revolutions per minute results in water and energy savings, as well as low noise. Its average energy consumption is 1/8 that of a belt press and 1/20 that of a centrifuge, with a unit power consumption of only 0.01-0.1 kWh/kg-ds, reducing the operating costs of wastewater treatment systems.
4. Fully automatic control and simple operation and management
Applications
Municipal sewage, domestic wastewater, covering food, beverage, chemical, leather, welding material, papermaking, printing-dyeing, pharmaceutical, electroplating, oil & electric power, coal mining, brewing, livestock farming, kitchen sewage, water treatment plants, power generation plants, and steel manufacturing facilities.
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Company Profile
WESUS is a leading manufacturer and total solution provider for advanced sewage and sludge treatment systems. Founded in Yixing, China in 2013, we offer reliable, cost-effective equipment and engineering services to global clients. Certified with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, we possess strong in-house R&D and manufacturing capabilities supported by a large production base, a professional technical team, patents and university cooperation. Our comprehensive product range includes screening, filtration, sludge dewatering, mixing, aeration and customized solutions. With end-to-end services from design to after-sales support and proven global project experience, we have earned wide recognition including national high-tech enterprise and 5-star after-sales certifications. Adhering to the philosophy of real innovation, excellence and win-win cooperation, WESUS is committed to providing smart, sustainable water treatment solutions for municipal and industrial clients worldwide.
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FAQ
Q1: Are you a direct manufacturer? What certifications do you hold?
A: We are a direct manufacturer with our own production facilities and R&D team. We maintain full control over quality, cost, and delivery, and hold certifications including ISO 9001/14001 for our core products.
Q2: What types of collaboration models do you offer?
A: We provide flexible solutions:
- Equipment Supply: Standalone or packaged systems.
- Turnkey Solutions (EPC): Design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
- Technical Cooperation: Process upgrades, operational maintenance support, and technical consulting.
Q3: How is after-sales service and support ensured?
A: We provide full lifecycle support:
- Warranty: 12–24 months on core equipment.
- Response: 7x24 remote support with fast on-site assistance when needed.
- Spare Parts: Genuine parts are stocked for long-term supply security.
- Maintenance: Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) are available to ensure long-term system efficiency.
Q4: What is your typical project execution process?
A: Our standardized workflow ensures efficiency and transparency:
1. Requirement Analysis → 2. Proposal & Quotation → 3. Design Finalization → 4. Production & Factory Testing → 5. Shipping & Installation → 6. Commissioning & Training → 7. After-sales Service.
Customer involvement is encouraged at key milestones.
Q5: Can you provide references or case studies?
A: We have extensive global project experience across municipal and various industrial sectors. We can provide detailed, anonymized case studies and client references upon request.
Q6: What are your payment terms and delivery lead times?
A: - Payment: We accept T/T and L/C, with standard industry progress payment terms.
- Lead Time: Standard equipment: 4–8 weeks. Large custom projects: 12–20 weeks.
A clear production schedule is provided upon contract signing.
Q7: How do you serve international clients?
A: We are experienced in international projects, arranging complete logistics (FOB, CIF, DDP, etc.) and providing full customs documentation. Our designs pre-consider compliance requirements in target markets.
Q8: Can you upgrade or retrofit existing systems?
A: Yes. We specialize in evaluating existing facilities and providing customized retrofit and expansion solutions to enhance performance and capacity with minimal investment and downtime.
Q9: How can we start a consultation?
A: Please contact our Sales Engineering team. To facilitate an efficient discussion, please have your treatment requirements, water quality data, and site information ready. We will provide a preliminary proposal and professional advice.
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