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Method of electroosmotically dehydrating sludge

US5279718A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 22, 1992
Grant dateJan 18, 1994
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Expiry dateMay 22, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC02F11/15
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This disclosure relates to a process and apparatus for electroosmotic dehydration of sludge with aluminum salt added to the sludge to reduce the clogging of the filter cloths of the dehydrator, and to improve the cake release. The aluminum salt is preferably polyaluminum chloride.

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