Problem: A new wastewater treatment plant in Dunkirk, New York, was designed with a biosolids auger that extends outside for truck loading. The temperature frequently dips to -20 degrees F. To prevent freezing of wet material, the architect sought a solution to heat the auger.
Solution: The architect specified a Thermo-Tech auger heater. The unit operates in conditions down to -40 degrees F, and its stainless steel, weather-tight construction stands up to harsh elements. It is IP68 rated and thermostatically controlled. Installation was completed on a -15 degree F day and immediately went into action.
Result: The system not only stopped the
Auger Heater Keeps Screw Conveyor From Freezing in New York
A case study from a new wastewater treatment plant in Dunkirk shows how a Thermo-Tech auger heater stops a freezing issue and dries biosolids
Sep 06, 2023 |















