Problem: The Trier wastewater treatment plant in the oldest city in Germany needed a solution for sludge thickening before anaerobic digestion. The plant staff did not want to use a polymer and required a machine that could operate around the clock with a high level of automation.
Solution: A Flottweg decanter centrifuge operates efficiently 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. The thickened material enables a longer retention time in the digesters. That means better stabilization and significantly greater biogas yield.
Result: The throughput is 250-425 cubic feet per hour without polymer. The process is completely automated based on the feed
Municipal Plant Improves Efficiency With Centrifuge System
This case study of the Trier wastewater treatment plant in Germany showcases how a Flottweg decanter centrifuge helped reduce energy consumption
Sep 18, 2025 |














