A submersible mixer is a mechanical device that is used to mix sludge tanks and other liquid volumes. Submersible mixers are often used in

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to keep solids in suspension in the various process tanks and/or sludge holding tanks.

Working principle

The submersible mixer is operated by an electric motor, which is coupled to the mixer's propeller, either direct-coupled or via a

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-reducer. The propeller rotates and creates liquid flow in the tank, which in turn keeps the solids in suspension. The submersible mixer is typically installed on a guide rail system, which enables the mixer to be retrieved for periodic inspection and preventive maintenance.

Applications

Examples of applications where submersible mixers are commonly applied: * Anoxic/anaerobic tanks and oxidation basins (

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) at sewage treatment plants * IFAS, MBBR, and other fixed film biocarrier processes. * Mixing of sewage wet wells * Reception tanks and post-digestion tanks at

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facilities * Liquid Manure storage tanks at dairy, hog, and poultry farms * Waste processing at slaughterhouses, poultry abattoirs, fish processing plants, etc.

References

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