Abstract
As the flow rate through an AguaClara plant is increased, the plants design will need to be altered. More specifically, to achieve the required amount of energy dissipation for adequate alum mixing, we would need to redesign the entire entrance tank.
Gracias Entrance Tank Design
Design Schematic
*Note: Dimensions are in cm.
The AutoCAD file for this preliminary design is attached to this page.
Design Assumptions
The majority of the assumptions made for this design were the same as in past designs.
Design Specifications
The design of the orifice that leads into the flocculator
Plant Drawings
The AutoCAD code is still under review and thus accurate plant drawings will be posted as soon as they are available.