WO1997023345A1 - Screw press head - Google Patents
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- WO1997023345A1 WO1997023345A1 PCT/NZ1996/000145 NZ9600145W WO9723345A1 WO 1997023345 A1 WO1997023345 A1 WO 1997023345A1 NZ 9600145 W NZ9600145 W NZ 9600145W WO 9723345 A1 WO9723345 A1 WO 9723345A1
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
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- B30B—PRESSES IN GENERAL
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- B30B9/02—Presses specially adapted for particular purposes for squeezing-out liquid from liquid-containing material, e.g. juice from fruits, oil from oil-containing material
- B30B9/12—Presses specially adapted for particular purposes for squeezing-out liquid from liquid-containing material, e.g. juice from fruits, oil from oil-containing material using pressing worms or screws co-operating with a permeable casing
- B30B9/18—Presses specially adapted for particular purposes for squeezing-out liquid from liquid-containing material, e.g. juice from fruits, oil from oil-containing material using pressing worms or screws co-operating with a permeable casing with means for adjusting the outlet for the solid
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B30—PRESSES
- B30B—PRESSES IN GENERAL
- B30B9/00—Presses specially adapted for particular purposes
- B30B9/02—Presses specially adapted for particular purposes for squeezing-out liquid from liquid-containing material, e.g. juice from fruits, oil from oil-containing material
- B30B9/04—Presses specially adapted for particular purposes for squeezing-out liquid from liquid-containing material, e.g. juice from fruits, oil from oil-containing material using press rams
- B30B9/06—Presses specially adapted for particular purposes for squeezing-out liquid from liquid-containing material, e.g. juice from fruits, oil from oil-containing material using press rams co-operating with permeable casings or strainers
- B30B9/062—Extrusion presses
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- This invention relates to presses suitable for dewatering of screenings from, for example, waste water, industrial waste, sewage or the like following screening.
- Existing dewatering press heads have typically comprised weighted head plates which are hinged typically at the top, plates which are mounted using compression springs against which the screenings will be pressed, or crosshead screws, variable pitch operating screws or tapered screws which are narrower at the discharge end than the feed end.
- the physical makeup of the screenings can vary significantly from location to location. It is therefore desirable to have a press head design which can be affixed to the end of the mechanism conveying the material, for example the screw press barrel, and which can be altered to suit the nature of the screenings presently being pressed. It is also desirable that the mechanism can be set up on site.
- the press head will be so designed that the operation of the press can be changed to suit the type of product which is being conveyed and dewatered.
- the invention consists in a dewatering press, comprising:
- a pressing head plate conveying means for conveying material to be pressed towards said pressing head plate; retaining means for controlling the position of said pressing head plate; said pressing head plate being moveable in response to pressure exerted by said conveyed material, through a continuous range of positions in which said pressing head plate is retained by said retaining means so that a substantially constant, preset back pressure is exerted against said conveyed material, and between a first position being the extremity of said range distal from said conveying means, and a second position at which pressed material may be released or removed; and an actuation means, which when actuated permits said pressing head plate to move substantially freely between said first position and said second position.
- said retaining means comprise one or more pneumatic or hydraulic arms.
- said actuation means comprises a switch serving to release pressure in said arms.
- said actuation means is actuated by the position of said pressing head plate.
- said actuation means is actuated by said pressing head plate reaching said first position.
- said conveying means comprises a screw.
- the invention consists in: a method for dewatering material, said method comprising the steps of:
- the invention consists in a method for dewatering material, comprising the operation of a dewatering press as hereinbefore described.
- Figure 1 is a plan of a press head in accordance with the invention
- Figure 2 is a side elevation of the press head of Figure 1 .
- a dewatering press indicated generally by arrow 1 .
- the pressing head plate 2a may preferably be backed by a doubling plate 3 and back pressure plate 4.
- the material to be pressed for example waste-water or industrial screenings, sewage sludge screenings or the like, is conveyed to the press head by conveying means, shown in the figures as a feed screw 5.
- the conveying means needs to be of such construction as to substantially prevent backflow of the screening material as it is conveyed into the press chamber 6.
- the screw 5 conveys the material to be pressed towards the pressing head plate 2a.
- the press head as shown would typically include a screw varying in size from 100mm diameter to 600mm diameter, driven by power hydraulics, electrically driven speed reducers or the like.
- the pressing head plate 2a is moveable in response to pressure exerted by the conveyed material.
- the pressing head plate may, for example, operate on slides to allow it to move in and out through the various positions.
- the position of the pressing head plate is controlled by retaining means, such as pneumatic rams 7.
- Hydraulic rams or other controlling means may also be used as will be apparent to one skilled in the art.
- two rams have been provided.
- one ram, or more than two rams may also be used in certain configurations of the invention.
- the pressing head plate when in position 2a exerts a back pressure against the conveyed material.
- the degree of back pressure is controlled by way of the rams 7.
- the compressed air or power hydraulics may be controlled by easily accessed operating valves or screw adjustments.
- the pressure applied to the plate would be operated by actuators on operating pressures typically ranging from 3psig to 100psig depending on the application, i.e. on the particular material being pressed.
- the amount of back pressure that would be applied would vary considerably between for example sewage screenings, wood pulp fibres and vegetables matter from a canning works.
- the pressure and the pressing performance are closely watched and monitored and controlled by valve or screw adjustment of the retaining means, for example, the rams 7.
- the pressure head loading can be varied within seconds. The operator selects and sets the pressure being applied to best suit the particular product and the dewatering requirement.
- the pressing head plate is moveable in response to pressure from the material conveyed against it, through a range between the position shown by 2a and position 2b.
- the material As the material is screwed towards the press head, the material pushes against the plate, forcing the plate 2a away from the conveying means 5 towards position 2b.
- the control of the rams ensures that the back pressure is applied at the preset constant pressure regardless of the rate of infeed. This may be compared with current designs of screw presses or drainer screws where the pressure varies according to the infeed rate.
- an actuation means for example limit switch 8
- position 2b which is the extremity of the back pressure range, called the first position
- an actuation means for example limit switch 8
- the back pressure is then taken off the plate by releasing the rams, allowing the plate to move to position 2c substantially freely under pressure from the slug of pressed material which has formed.
- the pressed material is then allowed to crumble or break away and is removed or released from the press.
- the pressing head plate 2c then moves back to position 2a, controlled by the rams, ready to receive more material from conveying means 5.
- the press overall may be controlled by various controlling mechanisms including, for example, air pressure regulator 9, solenoid valve 10, and electronics contained in box 1 1 .
- a dewatering press which provides a constant preset pressure, rather than a varying pressure, and which is able to be varied in terms of the pressure exerted, to suit the particular material being pressed.
- the mechanism is also able to be assembled and added to existing screening apparatus, in situ.
Abstract
A dewatering press (1) includes a pressing head plate (2a) which is moveable in response to pressure exerted by material conveyed towards it, such as by a screw (5). The position of the pressing head plate (2a) is controlled by retaining means, such as pneumatic or hydraulic arms (7), so as to exert a substantially constant, preset back pressure against the material. The position of the pressing head plate (2a) ranges from a first position (2b) which is distal from the conveying means, and a second position (2c) at which pressed material may be released. Actuation means, which may be a switch (8) actuated by the position of the pressing head plate (2a), when actuated allows the pressing head plate (2a) to move substantially freely between those positions (2b and 2c). A method of dewatering is also described.
Description
SCREW PRESS HEAD
BACKGROUND
This invention relates to presses suitable for dewatering of screenings from, for example, waste water, industrial waste, sewage or the like following screening.
In the field of waste-water and industrial screening, there is frequently a need for the screenings, ex-screen, to be discharged in a substantially dewatered state, for example, at an air-dry consistency of e.g. 1 0%AD. As many screenings are transported for burial or to be reused in the particular plant, it is important that they be dewatered as much as practically possible.
Existing dewatering press heads have typically comprised weighted head plates which are hinged typically at the top, plates which are mounted using compression springs against which the screenings will be pressed, or crosshead screws, variable pitch operating screws or tapered screws which are narrower at the discharge end than the feed end.
All of these mechanisms tend to suffer from the disadvantage that pressing occurs at a variable pressure, according to the loading of product into the press, and the pressure is difficult to control.
Even when dealing with a single product such as sewage sludge, the physical makeup of the screenings can vary significantly from location to location.
It is therefore desirable to have a press head design which can be affixed to the end of the mechanism conveying the material, for example the screw press barrel, and which can be altered to suit the nature of the screenings presently being pressed. It is also desirable that the mechanism can be set up on site.
Ideally, the press head will be so designed that the operation of the press can be changed to suit the type of product which is being conveyed and dewatered.
OBJECT
It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a press head which will at least meet some of the foregoing desirable characteristics and go at least some way to overcoming the aforementioned disadvantages, or which will at least provide the public with a useful choice.
SUMMARY
Accordingly, in a first aspect, the invention consists in a dewatering press, comprising:
a pressing head plate; conveying means for conveying material to be pressed towards said pressing head plate;
retaining means for controlling the position of said pressing head plate; said pressing head plate being moveable in response to pressure exerted by said conveyed material, through a continuous range of positions in which said pressing head plate is retained by said retaining means so that a substantially constant, preset back pressure is exerted against said conveyed material, and between a first position being the extremity of said range distal from said conveying means, and a second position at which pressed material may be released or removed; and an actuation means, which when actuated permits said pressing head plate to move substantially freely between said first position and said second position.
Preferably, said retaining means comprise one or more pneumatic or hydraulic arms.
Preferably, said actuation means comprises a switch serving to release pressure in said arms.
Preferably, said actuation means is actuated by the position of said pressing head plate.
Preferably, said actuation means is actuated by said pressing head plate reaching said first position.
Preferably, said conveying means comprises a screw.
In a second aspect, the invention consists in: a method for dewatering material, said method comprising the steps of:
conveying said material towards a pressing head plate; controlling the position of said pressing head plate within a range so as to exert a substantially constant, preset back pressure against said material as said material is conveyed against said head plate; and when said pressing head plate reaches a preset first position, releasing said back pressure, so as to allow said pressing head plate to move away from the inlet of said material into a second position, at which pressed material may be removed or released.
In a third aspect, the invention consists in a method for dewatering material, comprising the operation of a dewatering press as hereinbefore described.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
One presently preferred form of the invention will now be described with reference to the following drawings:
Figure 1 is a plan of a press head in accordance with the invention; Figure 2 is a side elevation of the press head of Figure 1 .
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
In accordance with the invention, a dewatering press, indicated generally by arrow 1 , is provided.
The pressing head plate 2a may preferably be backed by a doubling plate 3 and back pressure plate 4.
The material to be pressed, for example waste-water or industrial screenings, sewage sludge screenings or the like, is conveyed to the press head by conveying means, shown in the figures as a feed screw 5. The conveying means needs to be of such construction as to substantially prevent backflow of the screening material as it is conveyed into the press chamber 6. The screw 5 conveys the material to be pressed towards the pressing head plate 2a.
The press head as shown, would typically include a screw varying in size from 100mm diameter to 600mm diameter, driven by power hydraulics, electrically driven speed reducers or the like.
The pressing head plate 2a is moveable in response to pressure exerted by the conveyed material.
The pressing head plate may, for example, operate on slides to allow it to move in and out through the various positions.
The position of the pressing head plate is controlled by retaining means, such as pneumatic rams 7.
Ram 7 via self-aligning coupler 1 6 activates piston 1 7.
Hydraulic rams or other controlling means may also be used as will be apparent to one skilled in the art. In this preferred form of the invention as illustrated in the figures, two rams have been provided. However, one ram, or more than two rams, may also be used in certain configurations of the invention.
The pressing head plate when in position 2a exerts a back pressure against the conveyed material. The degree of back pressure is controlled by way of the rams 7. For example, the compressed air or power hydraulics may be controlled by easily accessed operating valves or screw adjustments. Typically, the pressure applied to the plate would be operated by actuators on operating pressures typically ranging from 3psig to 100psig depending on the application, i.e. on the particular material being pressed. The amount of back pressure that would be applied would vary considerably between for example sewage screenings, wood pulp fibres and vegetables matter from a canning works.
When the press is being commissioned for a particular application, the pressure and the pressing performance are closely watched and monitored and controlled by valve or screw adjustment of the retaining means, for
example, the rams 7. Thus, the pressure head loading can be varied within seconds. The operator selects and sets the pressure being applied to best suit the particular product and the dewatering requirement.
The pressing head plate is moveable in response to pressure from the material conveyed against it, through a range between the position shown by 2a and position 2b.
Through this range of positions 2a and 2b, back pressure against the material to be pressed is maintained by control of the rams 7. Water or liquid is forced out and collected and/or discharged by known means.
As the material is screwed towards the press head, the material pushes against the plate, forcing the plate 2a away from the conveying means 5 towards position 2b. The control of the rams ensures that the back pressure is applied at the preset constant pressure regardless of the rate of infeed. This may be compared with current designs of screw presses or drainer screws where the pressure varies according to the infeed rate.
At position 2b, which is the extremity of the back pressure range, called the first position, an actuation means, for example limit switch 8, is triggered, which signals that the plate has reached position 2b. The back pressure is then taken off the plate by releasing the rams, allowing the plate to move to position 2c substantially freely under pressure from the slug of pressed material which has formed. The pressed material is then allowed to crumble or break away and is removed or released from the press.
The pressing head plate 2c then moves back to position 2a, controlled by the rams, ready to receive more material from conveying means 5.
The press overall may be controlled by various controlling mechanisms including, for example, air pressure regulator 9, solenoid valve 10, and electronics contained in box 1 1 .
In the preferred form of the invention as shown, the movement of the plate is also controlled by bush/guide 1 2 and spacer 13, and the release area is provided with cover 14. However, it will be noted that these features are details of construction which may be varied according to a particular required configuration, as will be understood by one skilled in the art. These particular features are illustrated and described by way of example only.
Thus it can be seen that a dewatering press is provided by the invention which provides a constant preset pressure, rather than a varying pressure, and which is able to be varied in terms of the pressure exerted, to suit the particular material being pressed. The mechanism is also able to be assembled and added to existing screening apparatus, in situ.
Where in the foregoing description reference has been made to specific components or integers of the invention having known equivalents then such equivalents are herein incorporated as if individually set forth.
Although this invention has been described by way of example and with reference to possible embodiments thereof it is to be understood that modifications or improvements may be made thereto without departing from the scope or spirit of the invention.
Claims
1 . A dewatering press, comprising: a pressing head plate; conveying means for conveying material to be pressed towards said pressing head plate; retaining means for controlling the position of said pressing head plate; said pressing head plate being moveable in response to pressure exerted by said conveyed material, through a continuous range of positions in which said pressing head plate is retained by said retaining means so that a substantially constant, preset back pressure is exerted against said conveyed material, and between a first position being the extremity of said range distal from said conveying means, and a second position at which pressed material may be released or removed; and an actuation means, which when actuated permits said pressing head plate to move substantially freely between said first position and said second position.
2. A dewatering press as claimed in Claim 1 wherein said retaining means comprise one or more pneumatic or hydraulic arms.
3. A dewatering press as claimed in Claim 2 wherein said actuation means comprises a switch serving to release pressure in said arms.
4. A dewatering press as claimed in any one of the preceding claims wherein said actuation means is actuated by the position of said pressing head plate
5. A dewatering press as claimed in Claim 4 wherein said actuation means is actuated by said pressing head plate reaching said first position.
6. A dewatering press as claimed in any one of the preceding claims wherein said conveying means comprises a screw.
7. A method for dewatering material, said method comprising the steps of. conveying said material towards a pressing head plate; controlling the position of said pressing head plate within a range so as to exert a substantially constant, preset back pressure against said material as said material is conveyed against said head plate; and when said pressing head plate reaches a preset first position, releasing said back pressure, so as to allow said pressing head plate to move away from the inlet of said material into a second position, at which pressed material may be removed or released.
8. A dewatering press substantially as hereinbefore described with reference to any one or more of the accompanying drawings.
9. A method for dewatering material, comprising the operation of a dewatering press as hereinbefore described with reference to any one or more of the accompanying drawings.
10. A method for dewatering material substantially as hereinbefore described.
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