Dewatering Screw Systems for Sludge Management

What is a Dewatering Screw?

A dewatering screw (or screw press) is a mechanical device used to separate liquid from solid waste by compressing the sludge against a filter screen. The process involves removing excess water, returning it for reuse from wastewater sludge, which reduces volume and makes disposal easier.

How Dewatering Screws Improve Wastewater Treatment

Reduces sludge volume by removing water from biosolids, significantly lowering sludge handling and disposal costs.

 

Improves plant efficiency by minimizing the load on downstream equipment and reducing the frequency of sludge hauling.

 

Automated operation allows for continuous, low-maintenance operation with minimal operator intervention.

 

Energy efficient design uses mechanical pressure instead of heat or chemicals to achieve effective dewatering.

 

Compact footprint makes it an ideal solution for facilities with space constraints.

 

Enhances final disposal by producing drier solids that are easier and more cost-effective to transport and dispose of.

Applications of Dewatering Screws in Wastewater Treatment

Agriculture and Wineries

Efficiently handles organic-rich solids from seasonal or batch operations with low maintenance requirements.

 

Decentralized or Rural Communities

Compact, low-energy solutions for remote or space-limited facilities that need dependable solids management.

 

Food and Beverage and Industrial Manufacturing

Used to manage high-moisture sludge and reduce disposal costs.

 

Municipal Wastewater

Ideal for small to mid-sized plants seeking efficient sludge volume reduction with minimal operator oversight.

 

Resorts and Campgrounds

Supports on-site sludge thickening and volume reduction in systems with variable loading and limited staffing.

Nviro's Dewatering Screw Solutions

Nviro’s dewatering screw systems provide reliable solids separation with minimal energy use and operator attention. Engineered for municipal, industrial, and decentralized applications, our systems reduce sludge volume, cut hauling costs, and streamline solids management. With compact footprints, automated operation, and durable construction, Nviro’s screw presses provide facilities with efficient, cost-effective dewatering.