How To Optimize Conveyance Systems For Debris Management

Once bar screens remove debris from wastewater, stormwater, or other critical projects, the debris must be conveyed to a disposal location. There are many different types of conveyance technologies that can be used for this purpose, including sluices, screw conveyors, belt conveyors, and washer compactors. The right technology depends on a vast number of factors, including plant layout, type of debris, and more. Engineers and project managers who are designing new headworks or upgrading an existing operation also need to take them account whether the operation includes a washer compactor, the amount of vertical or horizontal distance, and more. This article will cover the range of considerations needed to develop a system with the lowest operational cost and least overall maintenance.