Peripherally driven. It mechanically removes settleable solids and suspended particles.
Description and specifications
Walkway
The radial walkway is supported at one end by the central pivot and at the other by the drive carriage. It is built as a box section from sheet metal, with tubular sections acting as a handrail. The floor is made of galvanized metal.
Drive carriage
It is located at the end of the walkway and consists of a geared motor and two wheels, one driving and one driven. The wheels are supported by ball bearings.
Central pivot
An articulated assembly that supports one end of the walkway. It rotates on a large-diameter bearing designed to withstand all forces that may arise in the tank.
Sludge trough
Made of sheet metal, it collects the suctioned sludge. It is suspended from the handrail by supports.
Vacuum pump
It creates a vacuum that allows the sludge to be transferred. It is located on one side of the walkway.