Polyelectrolyte preparation equipment

Polyelectrolytes are chemical flocculants used in water treatment and purification; They act mainly in the coagulation-flocculation stage and in the conditioning/thickening of the sludge line. In KEIKEN we know the importance of polyelectrolyte and we have designed a polyelectrolyte preparation equipment called AUTOFLOK, which achieves a high performance without loss of raw material.

This equipment acts by lowering the load of the particles and their ionic character can be classified in three groups: Cationic (with positive charge), anionic (with negative charge) and nonionic (without load).

   

KEIKEN Polyelectrolites are solids, supplied in the form of powder or white pearls and are manufactured within a range of controlled granulometry in order to provide an optimal dissolution characteristic.

The addition of these products to water without an adequate dispersion process can result in the formation of large gel aggregates which would be very difficult to completely dissolve.

This equipment manages to integrate the powdered polyelectrolytes in the solution to obtain a correct dispersion and performance of them within the water treatment process.

The preparation process is based on three stages: dissolution, maturation and transfer.

• Dissolution. The polymer is humidified and dossolved by slow agitation, favouring the homogenization of the solution.
• Maturation. The solution is kept in continuous and slow agitation.
• Transfer. The level probes act so that the solution can be dosed automatically to the nest treatment.

With the use of our equipment, the customer will be able to avoid manual interventions, as well as errors when it comes to dosage the product. Thanks to our flexibility, KEIKEN always provides the most successful option, adapting to the needs of each client, offering all the necessary accessories for your project:

   
It must be highlited that three of our polyelectrolyte preparation equipment, AUTOFLOK, are installed and working in Umm Al Houl Desalination Plant in Doha (Qatar). To read more avout these equipments, click here.

To request our Water Treatment services, our Polyelectrolyte preparation equipment or more information, you can contact us by email info@keiken.es

FAQs

What is a polyelectrolyte preparation/dosing system?

A polyelectrolyte preparation and dosing system is equipment that is used to dissolve, mature and precisely dose polyelectrolytes into water treatment processes. It guarantees effective mixing and uniformity in chemical activity.

Why is the correct preparation of polyelectrolytes significant in the treatment of water?

Adequate preparation will prevent the gel from forming a lump and fully dissolve it. This increases the efficiency of flocculation, increases particle capture and it decreases chemical waste.

How are polyelectrolytes prepared?

It consists of three instruments: dissolution, adding the polymer to the water, maturation, automatically letting the solution to rest once at a weak agitation, and transfer/dosing, adding the solution to feed automatically in the system.

What are the polyelectrolytes applied in water treatment?

There are three types of polyelectrolytes depending on the charge: cationic (positive), anionic (negative), and non-ionic (neutral). Each type is chosen based on the specific needs of the treatment.

What does an automated dosing system such as AUTOFLOK offer?

Automated systems decrease the amount of manual work, limit dosing mistakes, guarantee consistent work, and enhance the efficiency of utilizing chemicals, which results in cost reductions and a rise in operational efficiency.