Throughout history, sedimentation has served as a tried-and-true method for water and wastewater treatment. That doesn’t mean the technology can’t be upgraded, though. Xylem’s Leopold Texler lamella clarifier is a great example as its lamellae are made from a recyclable, durable, high-density polyethylene geotextile material — which reduces service and maintenance requirements while cutting solids by more than 80%.The lamella plates typically found in clarifiers are made from heavy stainless steel plates, which require extensive support structures and significant capital investment. According to Matt Schomaker, regional manager — Western NA, Xylem, when exposed to sun, steel reflects UV rays and
