Paper Mill Wastewater
Combined coagulation-flocculation treatment for paper mill effluent. Removes fiber fines, fillers, ink particles, and reduces COD/BOD for discharge compliance.
PAM for Paper Mill Wastewater Treatment
Paper mill wastewater contains high TSS, COD, and color. PAM reduces treatment costs by 30-50% compared to inorganic coagulants alone. We supply paper-grade PAM to mills across Southeast Asia.
How PAM Works
Clarification (APAM)
APAM at 3-8 ppm after alum coagulation removes 85-95% of TSS and 60-80% of color. Settling time reduces from 4-6 hours to 1-2 hours.
- Molecular weight: 12-18 million Da
- Hydrolysis degree: 25-30%
- Dosage: 3-8 ppm
Case Study
Kraft Mill: Effluent TSS 450→35 mg/L, Color 800→120 Pt-Co, Sludge 25→10 m³/day
Product Selection Guide
| Application | Grade | Dosage |
|---|---|---|
| Primary application | APAM/CPAM 12-18M MW | 2-8 ppm |
| Sludge dewatering | CPAM 8-12M MW, 40-60% | 5-12 kg/t DS |
Dosing Tips
- Always jar test first. Application-specific wastewater requires optimization. A 30-minute jar test saves weeks of field trial.
- Prepare fresh solution daily. PAM solution degrades after 24-48 hours. Use chlorine-free water.
- Gentle mixing. High shear breaks polymer chains. Use 30-50 RPM for 5-10 minutes after PAM addition.
- Monitor for overdosing. Too much PAM causes charge reversal — flocs redisperse and turbidity increases.
- Batch consistency matters. We test every batch for MW (±0.5M tolerance) and retain samples for 24 months. If performance varies, it's a supplier problem, not a PAM problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my PAM performance vary batch to batch?
This is almost always a supplier consistency problem. Trading companies source from whoever is cheapest each month. We are the factory. Every batch is tested for MW and charge density. If you have a performance issue, we can compare your batch against retained samples.
Can I use the same PAM for clarification and dewatering?
Not optimal. Clarification needs APAM (anionic) at low dosage. Dewatering needs CPAM (cationic) at much higher dosage. Using one grade for both is a compromise — you'll either over-dose or under-perform.
What is the shelf life of PAM?
Properly stored (sealed bags, dry warehouse, below 35°C), PAM powder lasts 2-3 years. Once opened, use within 6 months. Emulsion PAM: 6-12 months sealed, 3 months after opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you address the challenge of "high cod and bod from pulping chemicals"?+
What results can I expect for "ink and dye removal from deinking effluent"?+
Which products help solve "large sludge volumes from clarifiers"?+
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