Problem: The City of Becker, Minnesota, needed to upgrade its dewatering equipment to increase treatment capacity. A limited budget prevented building expansion or conveyor replacements. High humidity in the dewatering building was exerting pressure on the electrical equipment.
Solution: The city chose the Fournier Rotary Press, known for its small footprint and flexible output configurations. The presses were pre-assembled and skid-mounted at the factory, enabling installation without rebuilding the existing concrete floor. New conveyors that receive cake from the presses seamlessly integrated with the existing conveyor system.
Result: “Our staff has been extremely pleased with the high quality of the biosolids, the
Rotary Press Resolves Dewatering Challenges for Minnesota City
A case study from the City of Becker illustrates how a Fournier Rotary Press helped achieve high quality biosolids and decreased moisture levels in its dewatering building
Oct 18, 2023 |















