GRS SERIES III KOMPRESS® Belt Superior Mechanical Dewatering Performance by Design The Komline-Sanderson GRS Series III KOMPRESS® Belt Filter Press The Best Value and Performance in Mechanical Dewatering Systems Available

Here’s Why: A Larger Standard Area for An Easily Adjustable, Variable Wedge High Quality Structural Frame Bearing Design Greater Process Throughput and Compression Zone that Maximizes Materials and Components for One size, heavy duty split pillow block, spherical roller bearings C-rated to 48,000 lbs. provide a minimum L-10 life Higher Cake Consistency Process Rate and Performance Trouble-Free, Long Lasting Operation of 800,000 hours and more. A highly effective inboard seal The GRS Series III starts with more standard filtration area than The GRS Series III features a variable wedge compression The GRS Series III is built with the highest quality frame design incorporates a triple check seal to other comparable systems and combines logically integrated zone that utilizes two tensioned filter belts to draw dewatering materials and components to ensure trouble-free, long lasting protect the bearings gravity dewatering, adjustable wedge and high compression material into the wedge under gradually increasing pressure operation in hostile dewatering environments. from external stages for optimum performance. When combined with K-S’s as the material approaches the first dewatering drum. contaminants High Rate Drainage System, the GRS Series III significantly Unlike fixed or adjustable plate design wedge stages, the GRS Structural Frame and water. increases process throughput over a similarly-sized competitive Series III’s unique ability to “set a gap” by moving the wedge The heavy duty 3/8˝ structural steel frame is designed for ten system with better filtration results. stage’s entrance roller provides the needed flexibility to times (10x) calculated loading, is hot dipped galvanized after A choice of 2 or 3-belt dewatering systems with standard, accommodate inlet consistency changes and other process all welding, and extended and independent gravity zones–unique to the factors to maximize both throughput rate and performance. includes GRS Series III–offers consistently high cake solids performance stainless for normal, poor draining, or extremely dilute . steel fasteners with self- A Patented High Rate Drainage A High Performance, Larger to locking System that Dramatically Smaller Drum Pressure Profile for nuts. 304 K-S Custom Designed and Built and 316 Instrumentation/Controls for Improves Filtration Rate Higher Cake Solids Concentration stainless steel The unique design of the GRS Series III’s patented High The GRS Series III’s high performance pressure profile begins frames are Guaranteed System Integrity Rate Roto-Kone® Drainage System–another K-S technological with a larger 30˝ diameter self-bailing, perforated dewatering available at little All instrumentation and controls for the GRS Series III are advance–significantly increases throughput over drum as opposed to smaller drums typically found in other additional cost. custom designed and built in-house to meet individualized competitively-sized belt filter press systems. The Roto-Kone’s competitive belt filter presses. While more costly to build, a customer needs and ensure complete operating system integrity. unique ability to hold solids in the gravity zone for longer larger diameter first drum starts the dewatering process at a K-S uses only the highest quality UL listed components, periods of time and turn these solids repeatedly results in a lower pressure to eliminate the possibility of an “upset” condition. completely labels all wiring, and runs panel wiring in panduit. dramatically improved filtration rate. Use of this larger first drum and a succession of decreasing Roller and Journal Design NEMA 4X stainless steel enclosures are standard and the panel diameter drums gradually increases the pressure profile A specialized roller and journal can be UL 508 labeled. to a maximum dewatering force that produces the design features nylon covered, K-S’s extensive highest cake solids. 1/2˝ thick, heavy duty rollers experience with PLC’s with double end plate also means the construction for long life GRS Series III can be and 17-4 PH stainless easily integrated into steel journals that are touch screen, DCS, 2-11/16˝ diameter at MMC, or stand alone the bearing for system architectures. maximum strength.

Variable Orifice Mixing Valve Rugged 316SS valve provides adjustable mixing capability to greatly reduce polymer usage.

2 3 Outstanding Operating Features and Technology Advances for Higher Throughput Capacity, Lower Operating BUILT-IN SAFETY ROPE Cost, and Easier Maintenance surrounds the entire system for emergency shutdown. Additional GRAVITY AND WEDGE ZONE BELT PATENTED LIFTING MECHANISM in the automatic shutdown SUPPORT BARS are made of High Rate Drainage System facilitates controls stop the HIGHLY EFFICIENT GRAVITY ZONE abrasion-resistant polyethylene and raising and lowering of plows and system for low with Roto-Kone® elements and enhance dewatering by breaking surface elements into or out of service. pneumatic/hydraulic pressure, gross belt Roto-Trak® plows works sludge tension of liquid. misalignment or broken belt, drive failure or low belt to promote rapid drainage. wash pressure.

CONTINUOUS BELT WASHING FEED SECTION features is provided by fully enclosed tank and wash stations with high pressure feed box to uniformly SS spray nozzles, internal distribute sludge across cleaning brushes, special seals entire width of belt while to eliminate noise and overspray, eliminating high spots. and access panels for convenient maintenance.

RACK & PINION TENSION control links VARIABLE WEDGE both ends of take-up COMPRESSION ZONE roll to assure parallel can be easily adjusted belt movement and during operation to set prevent uneven a dewatering gap that belt tension. maximizes material process rate and performance.

SELF-BAILING PERFORATED FIRST REPLACEABLE POLYPROPYLENE DEWATERING DRUM DISCHARGE BLADES extend over eliminates rewetting of entire belt width, have a belt seam the cake through protector and are counterweighted. removal of water from Dry cake discharge is standard inside the drum. HEAVY DUTY 10X FRAME with optional discharge for is 3/8˝ carbon steel hot thickened, pumpable sludge. dipped galvanized after welding. 304 and 316 HEAVY DUTY SPLIT PILLOW BLOCK stainless steel frames SPHERICAL ROLLER BEARINGS are all are available. one size. A highly effective sealing arrangement protects bearings from external contaminants and water. 4 5 More Value-Added Reasons You Can Rely on Komline-Sanderson

A Choice of 2 or 3-Belt Dewatering Systems with Standard, Extended, or The Industry’s Highest Independent Gravity Zones for Consistently High Cake Solids in Varying Commitment to Quality Sludge Conditions Since 1946, K-S’s ongoing commitment to quality can be readily seen in the thousands of liquid/solid separation 2-Belt System with Standard Gravity Zone systems designed and built for continuous operation in a The Industry’s Best Maintenance (GRS) diverse range of hostile municipal wastewater treatment, and Extended Warranty Plans The standard 2-belt gravity dewatering system (GRS) utilizes + + industrial waste pretreatment, and process environments. K-S also offers the best maintenance and warranty plans Gravity Zone K-S engineering and system design, specification of materials, one of the pressure belts in the gravity zone. Belt selection + available to keep your process up and running and reduce manufacturing and assembly, system start-up, support and potential downtime. represents a compromise between a more open belt required + for optimum gravity drainage and a tighter belt required to Pressure Zone service all begin and end with one goal in mind–total + + customer satisfaction! K-S inspection/evaluation plans are renewable yearly and retain solids in the pressure zone. + + + + are designed to thoroughly evaluate the performance of your Use for sludges having feed solids concentrations of 1.5% and GRS Series III and spot potential problems before they occur. + + + greater, or where there is no additional benefit to retaining The Industry’s Most Comprehensive A written report detailing operating efficiency and any thickened solids in the gravity section for longer periods of time. GRS 2-Belt + + recommended parts/service is provided as part of each Menu of Services scheduled visit. K-S offers a complete range of services–including feasibility K-S maintenance agreements can be renewed annually and testing, on-site pilot plant testing, preliminary engineering and allow our service technicians to perform routine service– 2-Belt System with Extended Gravity Zone budget proposals, system design and final manufacturing–to (GRSL) including cleaning, lubrication and adjustments–as a way + + meet any customer requirement. to prevent unscheduled problems. The extended 2-belt gravity dewatering system (GRSL) provides Gravity Zone + K-S also prides itself on carefully listening to you–the K-S extended warranty plans are also available yearly to a larger area for slow-draining sludges. customer–to design and build equipment that addresses both + protect critical operating components and subassemblies on Use of an extended gravity zone allows additional drainage time Pressure Zone short term processing, and longer term system flexibility, + + your entire system.You choose the coverage that’s exactly to assure removal of all free water, and proper stabilization of operating efficiency, and reliability needs. right for your needs. solids prior to entering the wedge and high pressure zones. + + + + + + + Use for sludges with feed solids concentrations of 1.5 to 2.5% The Industry’s Most Responsive or other sludges that drain slowly and will benefit from extra GRSL 2-Belt + + dewatering time. Service and Support Network No matter what the need, K-S offers prompt, responsive 3-Belt System with Independent Gravity Zone service and support–when and where you want it. (G-GRSL) Have an operating problem that could lead to costly process + + The 3-belt gravity dewatering system (G-GRSL) with Independent Gravity Zone downtime? K-S factory technicians are on the job quickly to independent gravity zone provides increased hydraulic filter + determine the source of the problem, fix it, and get your + process back on line. capacity from the same gravity filtration area as the 2-belt GRSL. + + Trying to determine the right chemicals to use for sludge or The G-GRSL’s specially designed independent gravity zone Pressure Zone allows selection of open, more porous belts to accommodate + + slurry pretreatment? K-S can simulate process conditions in the higher hydraulic loadings that occur when dewatering + + + + the laboratory or on-site to help you determine exactly the right product to do the job. dilute sludges. + + + A separate belt drive provides independent speed control to: G-GRSL Considering a retrofit to improve process performance? + + K-S can evaluate and upgrade existing equipment with the  3-Belt Handle dilute sludges with feed solids latest generation components and subassemblies to improve concentrations of 1.5% solids and lower throughput efficiency and reduce overall operating costs.  Produce higher cake solids K-S even has a trailer mounted GRS Series III KOMPRESS®  Provide higher production rates without sacrificing that can be easily driven to your location for a complete cake solids demonstration or on-site evaluation of current  Operate as a gravity belt thickener dewatering requirements.

6 7 GRS Series III KOMPRESS® Dimensions

MODEL LOADED WEIGHT LENGTH (L) WIDTH (W) HEIGHT (H) lbs kg ft-in cm ft-in cm ft-in cm GRS-1 14,700 6,670 18-2 554 7-6 229 8-6 260 GRS-1.5 18,300 8,300 18-2 554 9-4 285 8-6 260 GRS-2 21,500 9,750 18-2 554 11-0 336 8-6 260

GRSL-1 15,700 7,120 22-7 689 7-6 229 8-6 260 GRSL-1.5 20,000 9,070 22-7 689 9-4 285 8-6 260 GRSL-2 23,400 10,620 22-7 689 11-0 336 8-6 260

G-GRSL-1 16,700 7,570 21-10 666 7-6 229 9-4 285 G-GRSL-1.5 21,300 9,660 21-10 666 9-4 285 9-4 285 G-GRSL-2 23,800 10,790 21-10 666 11-0 336 9-4 285

Typical Applications For more information on other available equipment for KOMPRESS and technology for Belt Filter Presses Include: clarification, thickening, • Municipal Wastewater Treatment dewatering, , and pumping ask for the • Sludge Komline-Sanderson • Industrial Waste Wastewater Treatment and Sludge Management Solutions Brochure.

For engineering and design information on available belt filter press models including sizing and selection of system components, facilities design, installation considerations, and writing of purchase - S a n d e e r n s specifications, ask for the Komline-Sanderson i l o KOMPRESS Belt Filter Press Design Manual. n

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