Disc Thickener

Disc Thickner works as a gravity filter and does not require any barometric legs for creating vacuum . it can be installed at lower elevation. Stock enters into the inlet chamber and directed in between two mesh covered disc. The level difference between feeding and filtrate chambers provides the necessary hydraulic pressure difference for a water / solid separation. water drains through the mash.

The rotation if disc has dual action. First, thickened stock is conveyed into the discharge chamber. Secondly, it creates' rolling effect' of the stock lump on the disc surface, producing a clearing action. The mesh of the discs is cleaned by spray nozzles pipes.