SLURRY SEPARATOR EQUIPMENT

600 and 1200 mechanical Slurry Separators utilise the National Institute of Agricultural Engineering basic design of roller press principle to remove solids from effluents and slurries to enable the liquid fraction to be easily stored, managed, distributed, treated or re-cycled.

A typical application for 600 and 1200 slurry separators would be for the removal of solids from dairy and pig farm slurries, vegetable processing of slaughterhouse wastes where higher dry matter solids output is required.

A simple perforated two stage stainless steel screen is used to pass effluent over and the majority of the liquid is removed in the first stage and compressed by rubber rollers to extract further liquid. The fibrous solids are then brushed over the outlet chute for subsequent composting by spontaneous combustion. If the solids fraction of the effluent can be compressed in this manner, dry matter content of in the region of 18-22% can be expected, depending upon consistency and homogenisation of raw effluent.

A model 1200 Slurry Separator

The composted solids constitute an easily managed commodity and depending upon their composition may be of marketable value as humus mulch for horticulturists and garden centres. The more stable consistent liquid fraction can be distributed onto farm land via irrigators or further processed to reduce B.O.D., or re-cycled.

Outputs vary considerably with the material being separated and the consistency in which it is presented to the separator. A typical farm slurry throughput would be in the region of 4-5000 gallons per hour (8-10000 gallons per hour for the 1200) and process line wastes 10-12000 gallons per hour (20-24000 gallons per hour for the 1200).

A submersible pump is usually recommended to supply the raw waste or slurry to the separator and a constant flow of material is presented to the screen by virtue of a weir or paddle at the inlet. To provide sufficient headroom for solids collection and liquid storage it is recommended to install the Slurry Separator in an elevated position. A galvanised platform and support legs is available for this purpose if required. For effluents where there is a risk of coagulation, e.g fats, spray nozzles are available to clean screens and brushes.

All vulnerable steel parts are either hot dip galvanised or shot blasted and epoxy painted to protect against corrosion. Powered by very small electric motors and with brushes revolving at only 30 RPM, maintenance costs are negligible.

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AUTOSCREEN - MECHANICAL SLURRY SEPARATOR

The Autoscreen is a simple, inexpensive Mechanical Slurry Separator suitable for removing large particles of solids from effluent to enable the liquid fraction to be more easily stored, managed, distributed, treated or re-cycled.

A typical application for the Autoscreen would be for the removal of solids from dairy and pig farm slurries, vegetable processing or slaughterhouse wastes, where high dry matter solids are not required.

A simple perforated stainless steel screen is used to pass the effluent over and a slowly rotating nylon brush removes the solids which do not pass through the screen. Outputs of upto 54m/hr (12,000 gallons/hr) can be achieved and solids removed are in the region of 9% dry matter (cow slurry) depending upon material being separated.

A submersible pump is usually recommended to supply the raw effluent to the Autoscreen and a constant flow of material is presented to the screen by virtue of a weir at the inlet. To provide sufficient headroom for solids collection and liquid storage it is recommended to install the Autoscreen in an elevated position. A platform extension is available for this purpose if required. For effluents where there is a risk of coagulation e.g fats, spray nozzles are available to clean screens and brushes.

The Autoscreen is available as a basic model complete with support structure or with a feed pump and fully integrated control panel for automatic operation.

The Autoscreen stand is hot dip galvanised with stainless steel screens and GRP removable guards. Powered by a 0.25 Kw motor and with brushes revolving at only 13 RPM, maintenance and running costs are negligible.

Mechanical Dewaterer - for efficient screening of industrial effluent

Dewatering produces an easily stackable solid plus a free flowing liquid suitable for automated disposal systems.

Typical industries include vegetable processors, abattoirs etc.
Stainless steel body / internals option
Available in two sizes
Easy operation and maintenance
UK design and manufacture
Robust construction
G.R.P. side panels
Hot dip galvanised body
Stainless Steel Screens
Various screen sizes depending on application

Quick change screens with cam-lock system.
Extremely low maintenance costs
Reduced liquid volume for storage
Total system design available from trained personnel
Detailed specification to customers requirements including support steelwork
Low power consumption

Model	Liquid Flow	Solids Capacity	Motor Size	Machine Length	Machine Width	Machine Height
600	26m³Hr	1.5m³/Hr	0.75 Kw	3000mm	1030mm	1760mm
1200	54m³Hr	3m³/Hr	1.1 Kw	3000mm	1675mm	1760mm

GROUNDHOG Slurry Separator - for the efficient separation of Agricultural and Industrial slurries

The Groundhog Slurry Separator produces an easily stackable and valuable fibre, plus a free flowing (fibre free) nutrient rich liquid suitable for application to land assisting immediate plant uptake.

Hot dip galvanised body & Crucifix's
Suitable for all kinds of slurries and liquid
Simple operation and maintenance
UK design and manufactured to ISO9000
Proven technology and Design since 1978
G.R.P. side and end panels
Stainless Steel Screens
Two screen sizes (1.6mm or 3.2mm) depending on application
Quick change screens with cam-lock system.
Stainless steel body / internals optional

Extremely low maintenance costs
Reduced liquid volume for storage
Total system design and training available from fully trained personnel
Detailed specification to customers needs including support steelwork, mixer, pumps, automated controls etc.
Increased crop growth from separated liquid
Low power consumption (max 0.75kw)
Purchased fertiliser costs reduced

Model	Liquid Flow	Solids Capacity	Motor Size	Machine Length	Machine Width	Machine Height
600	26m³Hr	1.5m³/Hr	0.55 Kw	3000mm	1030mm	1760mm
1200	54m³Hr	3m³/Hr	0.75 Kw	3000mm	1675mm	1760mm

* Dependant upon slurry consistency

GROUNDHOG Systems supply a complete range of Sludge / Slurry Handling and Disposal Equipment with systems currently in use throughout the UK and Europe. The range includes pumping equipment and GROUNDHOG field distribution systems.

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GROUNDHOG DIRTY WATER DISTRIBUTION UNITS

The GROUNDHOG range of dirty water distribution units are modular built to the customer's specific needs and circumstances.

DIRTY WATER PUMP UNITS

The Groundhog range of dirty water pump units come in various sizes to suit the specific requirement of the customer. The range includes electric pumps, engine driven pumps, in petrol or diesel format or P.T.O driven pumps. Each pump unit is carefully selected to give the right flow rate and static head capability for the task in question.

PIPELINES

Groundhog supply Lay Flat hoses in various diameters and lengths to suit the application. The Groundhog Dirty Water range also includes a full range of underground pipelines and fittings to complement any permanent Dirty Water System.