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The amount of water evaporated per ton of sludge sent to the dryer will vary depending on the moisture content of the sludge. On average, a dewatered sludge may contain around 70-80% water. The drying process can typically remove around 70-80% of this water content, resulting in 14-16 gallons of water being evaporated per pound of sludge.
You can use plain water to get sludge out of your car radiator. You can use Marvel Mystery oil to remove sludge from the oil pan.
Removing the water content (dewatering) of the sludge will dry the sludge, making it lighter and easier to move and reuse. (Reuse depends on whether the sludge is toxic and has to be stored safely or, as in human sludge from a sewerage farm, used as fertilizer by farmers, etc ).
Lime sludge is a byproduct of the water treatment process that involves adding lime to water to adjust its pH level. It is a soft, white, chalky solid that settles at the bottom of water treatment tanks. Lime sludge needs to be properly disposed of to prevent environmental contamination.
The water content in sludge from a sewage treatment plant typically ranges from 70% to 98%, depending on the type of treatment process used and how dewatered the sludge is. The remaining percentage consists of solids, which can include organic matter, inorganic materials, and pathogens.
Cold water sludge is a suspension of fine particles in water that has a lower temperature, typically below room temperature. It can form in systems where water and sediments mix, such as in rivers or industrial settings, and can cause clogs or blockages in pipelines and machinery. Treating or removing cold water sludge is important to maintain efficient operation and prevent damage.
Black sludge in water lines can be caused by the accumulation of organic matter such as algae, bacteria, or mold. It can also be a result of corrosion of metal pipes, especially if the water is acidic or contains high levels of minerals. In some cases, the sludge may be due to the growth of biofilm on the inner surfaces of the pipes. Regular cleaning and maintenance of the water lines can help prevent the buildup of black sludge.
a muddy brown sludge
is a tank where the sluds from oily water seperators to be pump
J. Smart has written: 'Full scale studies on the thermophilic anaerobic digestion process' -- subject(s): Biological treatment, Purification, Water 'Aerobic digester sludge nitrogen/metal ratios and the sludge utilization guidelines' -- subject(s): Characterization, Recycling, Sewage sludge, Sewage sludge as fertilizer, Sewage sludge digestion