Looking for reliable centrifuge hire? Whether you’re dealing with a planned shutdown or an emergency breakdown, our self-contained mobile centrifuge de-watering systems are ready to support your plant.
Our high-specification centrifuge units come complete with polymer makeup, sludge feed pumps, macarators, and sludge output conveyors. These units are designed to handle process capacities of up to 90m³/hr, and are fully operated to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
Our Centrifuge Hire Services Include:
- Digester Cleaning – Ensure your digesters are thoroughly cleaned and maintained with our centrifuge hire services.
- Lagoon Emptying – Efficiently empty lagoons, saving you time and minimizing disruption to your operations.
- Centrifuge Breakdown Support – Get quick, reliable support for any centrifuge breakdowns you face.
- Sludge Thickening – Improve the quality of your sludge with effective thickening services.
- Mobile De-Watering Systems – Ideal for a range of applications, our mobile systems are ready to handle de-watering needs wherever you are.
Why Choose Our Mobile Centrifuge Hire?
- Nationwide Coverage: Available across the UK, from London to Carlisle, ensuring we can support your needs wherever you are.
- Expert Operators: Our fully trained operators ensure high-performance and effective results on every project.
- Flexible Solutions: Whether you’re dealing with a planned shutdown or an unexpected breakdown, our units are available for hire with immediate support.
Centrifuge breakdowns and maintenance are often unexpected, but with our mobile de-watering systems, we ensure minimal disruption. In addition to centrifuge hire, we also offer plant maintenance services tailored to your needs.
Recent Projects
We’re proud to have completed successful projects across the UK, including London, Chester, Rotherham, Wrexham, and Yorkshire. Our mobile de-watering solutions have been trusted by numerous industries for their reliability and effectiveness. Find out more about our case studies and see how we’ve supported similar businesses.
For more details on any other of our services, check out our services page for in-depth information, or contact us on 01978 661866
How a Centrifuge works
A centrifuge operates on the principle of centrifugal force, which accelerates the separation of components in a mixture based on their densities. This efficient separation is achieved by spinning the mixture rapidly, forcing the denser particles, such as solids or sludge, to move outward to the walls of the centrifuge bowl. In contrast, the lighter particles, such as liquid, are pushed toward the center.
The Centrifugal Force in Action
When a mixture of sludge and liquid enters the centrifuge, the machine rotates at high speed. This rotational movement creates a force that pushes the heavier solids (like dirt and other particles) outward, while the lighter liquid (such as water or effluent) remains in the center. This process enables solid-liquid separation, making it ideal for applications like sludge thickening, de-watering, and wastewater treatment.
Key Components of the Centrifuge
- Rotating Bowl: The core component where the separation happens. The bowl spins to create centrifugal force.
- Solids Discharge: The denser solids are expelled at the outer edges of the bowl, where they are collected for disposal or further processing.
- Liquid Discharge: The clarified liquid, now free from suspended solids, exits from the center of the centrifuge.
Applications of Centrifuge Technology
Mobile units are used in a wide variety of industries for separating solids from liquids. Common applications include:
- Wastewater Treatment: In this process, the centrifuge helps to remove sludge from the water, resulting in cleaner effluent that can be safely returned to the environment or further processed.
- Mining and Mineral Processing: In this industry, centrifuges separate valuable minerals from other materials.
- Oil & Gas: In this field, centrifuges are used to separate water from oil or to remove contaminants from drilling fluids.
Benefits of Using a Centrifuge for Separation
- High Efficiency: Centrifuges provide a fast and efficient way to separate solids from liquids.
- Cost-Effective: Compared to other methods, centrifuges can reduce energy consumption and operational costs while maintaining high separation quality.
- Minimal Waste: The centrifuge helps to recover valuable liquids, reducing waste and increasing the overall sustainability of the process.
If you’re looking for a reliable centrifuge hire or need systems for mobile de-watering, our fully operated units ensure consistent performance for a variety of industrial and environmental applications.