Lamellar clarifier
Compact sedimentation with maximum efficiency
Our lamellar clarifiers separate settleable solids, flocs and turbidity-causing substances very efficiently from wastewater. The obliquely positioned lamella packages increase the sedimentation surface, requiring up to 90% less space than conventional settling basins. Ideal as a standalone treatment unit or as a pre-treatment step.
Gravity as a powerful driving force
The operating principle is elegant: wastewater flows upward through closely spaced lamellae, while solids and flocs rapidly settle downward. No rotating parts, no complex control valves. What remains is a reliable gravitational process that keeps operating costs low and minimizes wear.
Flexible deployment in your water treatment chain
Lamellar clarifiers fit perfectly into existing processes. Deploy them after precipitation and flocculation, after electrocoagulation, or as a tertiary treatment step. They handle metal hydroxides, mineral suspended solids, organic biomass and turbidity-causing substances. Every industry has different wastewater. This solution adapts to your needs.
Benefits of Morselt Lamellar Clarifier
- Up to 90% less space required: Obliquely mounted lamella packages achieve the effective sedimentation surface on a fraction of the footprint
- High separation capacity: Continuous removal of fine flocs and heavy solids, even under high loads
- Economic and low maintenance: Completely gravitational process without rotating parts in the separation zone
- Self-cleaning design: Optimized 60° inclination angle prevents clogging and buildup
- Fully automatic operational reliability: PLC-controlled sludge removal operates 24/7 without manual intervention
- Perfectly combinable: Ideal after precipitation, flocculation, electrocoagulation and biological stages
- Robust materials: Stainless steel (V2A/V4A), coated carbon steel or plastics (PP/GRP) as needed
Technical specifications (standard)
- Operating principle: Gravitational sedimentation via lamella flow
- Lamella inclination angle: 60° (self-optimizing, prevents clogging)
- Hydraulic design: Special inlet distributors against short-circuit flow
- Sludge removal: Fully automatic, PLC-controlled
- Material variants: Stainless steel V2A/V4A, coated carbon steel, plastic PP/GRP
- Short settling distance: Rapid separation of solids and flocs
- Effluent discharge: Via serrated overflow profiles for clear water quality
Configurations and options
Counter-current lamellar clarifier
Water flows upward through the lamellae; solids settle downward against the flow. This is our compact standard solution for reliable results, particularly suitable for galvanic wastewater, neutralization and chemical precipitation. Proven concept for stable results in aggressive environments.
Cross-flow lamellar clarifier
Horizontal flow through lamella packages with vertical sludge removal prevents clogging, even with very high loads and abrasive materials. Ideal for stone processing, construction waste recycling and gravel wash water. A robust choice where other systems reach their limits.
Lamellar clarifier with integrated thickener
A deepened sludge cone in the unit concentrates separated solids on site. This reduces sludge volume, relieves downstream plate and frame filter presses and significantly reduces disposal costs. For customers wanting to optimize sludge treatment.
