In the competitive landscape of industrial manufacturing, optimizing processes and minimizing environmental impact are paramount.   A forward-thinking Indonesian metal pretreatment facility has taken a significant leap forward by integrating two advanced 60m² filter presses, complete with integrated conveyor belts, into their operation.   This strategic investment is streamlining their wastewater management, boosting productivity, and setting a new standard for operational excellence.
Addressing a Critical Process Challenge
The client’s core challenge involved managing the overflow rinsing water from their metal pretreatment lines.   This wastewater stream, a mixture from both acidic and alkaline stages, is carefully neutralized to a near-pH-neutral state before treatment.   The goal was to efficiently separate the suspended solids from this large volume of water, ensuring compliant discharge or reuse while handling the resulting sludge effectively.
Their previous solution likely struggled with capacity, cycle time, or manual handling of waste.   The new system was designed for a precise, efficient 8-hour operational shift, aligning perfectly with their production schedule.
The Engine of Efficiency: 60m² Filter Press
The centerpiece of this upgrade is the installation of 2 pcs of 60m2 automatic filter presses.   These units are engineered for heavy-duty applications and offer exceptional filtration area, making them ideal for handling high flow rates of pretreatment rinse water.
Key features that include:
High Capacity & Efficiency: The large 60m² area allows for processing the entire shift’s volume of wastewater within the 8-hour operational window, ensuring no bottlenecks.
Superior Filtration: They deliver exceptionally dry filter cakes, significantly reducing the volume of waste for disposal and lowering associated costs.
Automated Operation: The presses are designed for reliable, automated cycling, minimizing the need for constant operator attention and enhancing safety.
Integration with Conveyor Belt Systems
A critical component of this solution is the integrated filter cake conveyor belt.   This feature directly addresses the need for efficiency at the end of the filtration cycle.
The filter plates open.
The solid, compacted filter cakes drop onto the waiting conveyor belt below.
The belt continuously transports the cake to a designated collection point or storage container.
This eliminates the slow, labor-intensive of sludge removal.   The entire cleaning and discharge process is completed quickly, allowing the plant to end its day efficiently and prepare the presses for the next shift.

Is Your Wastewater Process Operating at Peak Efficiency?
If your operations involve slurry dewatering, metal pretreatment wastewater, or any other filtration challenge, explore how our engineered filter press solutions can be tailored to your needs.   From 60m² models to larger or smaller units, all designed to boost your productivity and bottom line.