Maximum quality of the processed product

A high-quality decanter must deliver clarified liquid that meets specifications every time and stays free of impurities from solids or other liquids. Achieving that consistency requires precise control of the speed ratio between the bowl and the auger throughout the process.

 

With ABB’s drive technology, you get the torque and control needed to protect your equipment and maintain product quality. High torque during start and stop phases prevents product loss, while smooth, stable torque minimizes stress and vibration on gearboxes, bearings, and belts. An intuitive HMI makes operation and adjustments simple for your team.

 

Our high-performance ACS880 and ACS580 drives control the bowl and auger, while general-purpose ACS580 drives manage feed and drain pumps where required. The AC500 PLC handles all process logic, including start/stop sequences, changeovers, automatic pond depth control, and solids flushing to prevent system trips.

Key benefits

Consistent product quality

Maintain the precise bowl-to-auger speed ratio needed to achieve uniform clarification and prevent cross-contamination between liquid and solid phases, even when process conditions vary.

Complete solution to handle all devices

ABB provides a complete automation and drive solution for decanter centrifuges, including high-performance ACS880 and ACS580 drives for bowl and auger control, and general-purpose ACS580 drives for feed and drain pumps.

Reliable and energy efficient

ABB's Smart Sensor allows you to monitor motor vibrations and temperatures. The DC bus connection between the bowl drive and the auger drive allows for significant energy savings by exploiting the dissipated braking energy of the auger screw.

Global service

ABB’s global service network keeps you running with predictive maintenance powered by ABB Ability™. By connecting drives, PLCs, and motors to real-time diagnostics, you can avoid disruptions and keep your operations moving with confidence.

Easy connectivity from drives and PLCs to SCADA

ABB drives enable direct data exchange with SCADA systems via OPC UA. The PLC supports multiple communication protocols, such as OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus TCP, and Profinet, for seamless integration with SCADA, MES, and ERP systems.

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