The Aquatec Maxcon AquaThickener is a cost-effective gravity sludge thickening solution designed for continuous, reliable operation in municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment applications. Engineered for simplicity and durability, the AquaThickener operates 24 hours a day with minimal operator attention, providing an efficient alternative to more complex mechanical thickening systems. 

Key Features

• Continuous gravity thickening process capable of operating 24/7 with minimal operator intervention, unlike mechanical systems requiring constant attendance.
• Ideal for pre-thickening sludge prior to dewatering processes such as belt presses or drying beds. 
• Vertical picket mechanism gently flocculates sludge particles, promoting effective settling and improved thickening performance. 
• Sludge is efficiently scraped to a central hopper for controlled and periodic discharge. 
• Available in centre drive (CD) or peripheral drive (PD) configurations to suit various tank designs and installation requirements.
• Segmented echelon scrapers optimise sludge removal efficiency and adapt to operational conditions. 
• Scrapers mounted on pin joints accommodate floor level variations during installation. 
• Self-lubricating submerged bearings designed for long-term, maintenance-free operation. 
• Durable construction materials including epoxy-coated mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, or composite materials for long service life. 
• Electromechanical torque overload protection ensures reliable operation and equipment safety. 
• Optional polymer dosing can enhance performance but is typically not required, reducing operating costs compared to other mechanical thickening systems. 
• A package AquaThickener option is available with above-ground stainless steel tank and platform for simplified installation and reduced civil costs. 

The AquaThickener is a reliable, low-maintenance sludge thickening solution designed to deliver efficient performance with minimal operational input. The simple, robust design ensures consistent sludge concentration while reducing overall lifecycle costs and supporting downstream dewatering processes.

The AquaBlade is Australia’s only designed and engineered fine bubble diffuser. The Patented Aquablade design has been developed to offer optimal aeration performance and operation through decades of experience & testing. Aquatec Maxcon’s experience in diffuser design began in the 90’s installing 1000’s of imported diffusers including ceramics, EPDM Disks or Tubes. Aquatec Maxcon engineers identified vast improvements could be made to the commonly available imported diffusers and went about designing the Aquablade Strip diffuser. Through extensive R&D utilising the only dedicated testing facility in Australia. The Aquablade range of diffusers has been designed and tested to offer the highest oxygen transfer efficiency and the lowest energy consumption per installation.

Features of the Aquablade include:

• High Oxygen transfer rates, with excellent flow vs backpressure characteristics and class leading turn down ratios, Aquablade is versatile and refined fine bubble diffuser.
• Each assembled diffuser is factory QA tested against flow and backpressure setpoints prior to packing and shipping to site increasing site efficiency during install.
• Local design & aeration sizing. No waiting of overseas support for your diffuser requirements, including local stock holding for spare parts and engineering support.
• Multiple lengths and mounting block configurations available for rectangle or round bioreactors. Suitable for both fixed or removable grid configurations.
• Structural fiberglass base plate, proprietary antimicrobial silicone membrane European & US patents held, offering strength and ultimate performance.
• High oxygen transfer efficiency and turndown ratio to avoid wasting power or overaerating during diurnal peaks.

The Aquablade range of fine bubble diffusers utilises a proven and robust design coupled with a highly efficient proprietary membrane. Offering installation and operational flexibility and local design and spare parts support Aquablades are the trusted high efficiency diffuser solution trusted by hundreds of treatment plants across South East Asia

If your project requires efficient aeration design support and testing, please reach out to our team to discuss Aquablade Blue or Aquablade L design options, as well as discussing fixed or removable grid options available for your project.