The PAD®-K process (Pre-thickened Aerobic Digestion with Membrane Thickener) provides integrated operation of a Kubota flat-plate membrane thickener and two or more aerobic digesters. By operating these units as a combined system, improved treatment is achieved. Specifically, the PAD®-K process provides the following benefits:
- Digested Sludge Product exceeds Class B requirements
- Improved pathogen destruction at shorter solids retention time
- Smaller volume of digested sludge
- Continuous and automatic thickening to 3% solids without use of chemicals
- Zero TSS and reduced phosphorus returned to main treatment process
- Enhanced pH and temperature control
- Operational reliability using Enviroquip’s non-clogging medium-bubble aeration systems
The PAD®-K process offers of a sludge handling system that produces a stabilized, homogeneous Class B sludge effectively, reliably, and with minimal operator involvement.
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