UCC Mobile Vacuum Belt Filter

Industrial setting with a mobile vacuum belt filter processing dried sludge material.

Mobile Solids Dewatering Unit – Reliable, Portable, and Industry-Ready

Efficiently dewater sludge and solids across mining, power, steel, pulp & paper, chemical, and municipal industries with UCC Environmental’s mobile solutions.

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How It Works

Our Mobile Solids Dewatering Unit combines proven engineering and advanced materials to quickly separate solids from liquids in industrial slurry streams. Designed for rapid deployment and consistent performance, it handles a wide range of sludges and abrasive materials.

Key Features

• High-capacity belt filter for rapid dewatering
• Mobile design for easy relocation on-site
• Robust construction to handle abrasive and corrosive slurries
• Adjustable belt speed and vacuum pressure for optimized solids removal
• Pilot-Friendly: Test on-site before full-scale deployment to validate performance and optimize configuration

Technical Highlights

• Typical throughput: 5–20 tons/hour (application dependent)
• Moisture reduction: 30–60% depending on material
• Belt widths: configurable for application needs
• Fully mobile: can be deployed in hours without permanent installation

Industries Served

Our unit provides versatile, reliable dewatering for a variety of heavy industries:

Mining & Minerals
• Dewaters tailings, concentrates, and mineral slurries
• Reduces disposal volume and operating costs

Power Generation
• Treats ash slurry and other process residuals
• Improves handling and compliance with environmental regulations

Steel & Metals
• Manages sludge from water treatment, cooling, and process operations
• Minimizes downtime and maintenance needs

Pulp & Paper
• Dewaters fiber slurries and process wastewater
• Extends equipment life and lowers overall cost of ownership

Chemical & Petrochemical
• Handles industrial process sludges and byproducts
• Protects downstream equipment and reduces waste transport

Municipal Wastewater / Water Reuse
• Supports solids removal in municipal treatment applications
• Flexible for seasonal or temporary projects

Benefits & Outcomes

• Rapid Deployment: Get your unit up and running within hours
• Operational Efficiency: Reduce downtime, maintenance, and disposal costs
• Consistent Performance: Proven solids removal across multiple slurry types
• Pilot Testing Available: Validate performance on-site before committing to full-scale operations
• Flexible Service: Supports both short-term projects and long-term operations
• Cost Savings: Lower total cost of ownership vs. fixed dewatering systems

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What materials can the mobile dewatering unit handle?

It handles a wide range of industrial sludges, tailings, fibers, and process residuals, including abrasive and corrosive materials.

How quickly can the unit be deployed?

The fully mobile design allows for on-site deployment within hours without permanent installation.

Can I pilot the system before committing to full deployment?

Yes, UCC offers on-site pilot testing to validate performance, optimize configuration, and ensure reliable results for your specific application.

What moisture reduction can I expect?

Typical moisture reduction ranges from 30–60%, depending on material characteristics.

Is the unit suitable for multiple industries?

Yes—our solution is versatile and has proven results across mining, power, steel, pulp & paper, chemical, and municipal applications.

Ready to Improve your Solids Dewatering Process?

Our team of experts are happy to help answer any questions you have about UCC’s mobile solutions.

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