As a result of innovative design and associated hydraulics, the plant area required for the HiFlo thickener is greatly reduced. This smaller size requirement substantially reduces both capital and installation costs when compared with conventional thickening units sized for the same production requirements.

Deaeratlon of the thickener feed, proper levels of flocculation, feedwell design, pulp bed level sensors, and appropriate drive torque all contribute to the machine's superior performance.

HiFlo sensor outputs are used in many installatlons by on-site PLCs for automated control. Flocculation, pulp level, underflow density, overflow quality, torque, and rake lift positions all can be managed for optimum thickener operation.

WesTech's design provides for deaeration of the thickener feed prior to flow into the feedwell. Proper level of flocculation can be carefully controlled. Feedwell design enhances the seperation and pulp bed interface sensors are utilized for optimum performance.

WesTech drives with lifting capability and high torque capacity contribute to the machine's superior performance.

Flocculation, pulp level, underflow density, overflow quality, torque, and rake lift position can all be easily managed.

HiFlo sensor outputs are used in many installations by Distributed Control System (DCS) to integrate thickener control with other plant functions, resulting in improved clarification of overflow and high solids concentration of underflow.