Plate Settler Spacing
AguaClara uses parallel plate-settlers, also called 'lamella', in its sedimentation tanks. The various parameters of the lamella (i.e. the inter-lamella spacing, the plate length, the influent/effluent flow rates) are dependent on one another. Accounting for these, and other parameters, the goal of our experiments is to produce significantly low turbidity water with a limited area of active lamella.The plate settler spacing research team is committed to providing a deeper understanding of the sedimentation process. To learn more about the progress of the plate setter spacing team check out the Goals and Meeting Minutes.
Photo Gallery
Setup Documentation
Computer System---Process Controller
Checklist before Running the Setup
Research and Methods
Effects of the inner diameter of tube settlers on sedimentation