Fundamental is a chemical for water treatment and wastewater treatment. It can gather tiny particles suspended in water into large blocks, prompting them to settle or float, thereby achieving the clarification and purification of the water body. Its role includes the following aspects:
Gathering particles: The flocculant interacts with the tiny particles in the water through the method of charge, adsorption or chemical reactions, etc., weakens its surface charge, enhances the attractiveness between particles, and promotes the aggregation of particles.
Formation of flocculant: The addition of flocculant can make tiny particles gather to form a floccule or colloidal material, forming a relatively large flocculant. These flocculants can wrap or absorb other small particles to increase their size and weight.
Promoting sedimentation or floating: Due to the effect of flocculant, the large groups formed have greater density or buoyancy, which can sink or float in the water body. In this way, the particles are no longer suspended in the water, but they gather together and form a structure that can settle or rise.
When using a flocculant, you can follow the steps below:
Determine the proper type of flocculant agent and increase in volume: According to the requirements of water quality analysis and treatment, choose the suitable type of flocculant and the addition. Different flocculants have different scope of applications and the best volume. You need to refer to related technical materials or consult professionals.
Increase the flocculant: The flocculant is evenly added to the water body to be treated at a proper rate, and it is usually realized by a hybrid device or a casting device. During the addition process, pay attention to controlling the speed and additional position to ensure that the flocculant can be evenly scattered in the water.
Mixing and mixing: After adding a flocculant, it usually needs to be mixed for a certain period of time to promote the full contact and response of the flocculant and the particles in the water. The stirring time is determined according to the specific situation, generally a few minutes to tens of minutes.
Settlement or floating treatment: After mixing and mixing, the flocculation body will gradually form and gather, and then separate the water body by sedimentation or floating. Settlement or floating treatment can be implemented through the sedimentation tank, floating equipment or filter. The specific operation method should be performed according to the processing process and equipment.
It should be noted that when using a flocculant, we should follow relevant operating guidelines and safety requirements to ensure correct use and prevent damage to the environment and the human body. At the same time, regular monitoring and adjustment and additional volume to achieve good treatment results.