Clariflocculator

Clariflocculator is a combination of flocculation and clarification in a single tank. It has two concentric tanks where inner tank serves as a flocculation basin and the outer tank serves as a clarifier.

Primary Purpose

  • Separate and remove solids/biomass produced in biological process in manner that suits process goals (rapid sludge removal, detention time, etc.)
  • Thicken solids for recirculation and process
  • Store biomass as buffer to prevent process