[...]Belt filter press for municipal and industrial sludge High-performance belt filter press for best dewatering results Combi-unit: thickening and dewatering in one working process Feed capacity up to 1000 kgDR/h Three sizes available Versatile sludge press High efficiency (low polymer and power consumption) High capacity (due to extended predewatering zone) Application-optimized design Can be combined with the HUBER Belt Thickener DrainBelt unit to further increase capacity The Machines – Design and Function HUBER Bogenpress B-PRESS A new, extended high-performance pre-dewatering zone with chicanes, the bow zone, plus two perforated dewatering rolls ensure optimal pre-treatment and compaction of the flocculated sludge so that it can be exposed to maximum pressure in the following high pressure zone which is equipped with press rolls decreasing in diameter (4, 6, 8, or 10 rolls). This process guarantees highest dewatering results. The machine is equipped with detachable covers to provide easy access to moving machine parts. HUBER Bogenpress B-PRESS BS Combi The BS Combi version has a belt thickener ( HUBER Belt Thickener DrainBelt ) mounted on the actual Bogenpress. The sludge is at first pre-thickened on the belt thickener prior to passing through the dewatering zones of the Bogenpress. The combination system is able to handle up to 80 m³/h. Another advantage of the system is that coagulant agent addition is required only once for both the thickening and dewatering process.[...]
[...]Very low polymer consumption High throughput capacity Reliable operation The purpose of sewage sludge thickening Sewage sludge, particularly secondary sludge, is characterised by low solids concentrations and therefore big volumes. Good sludge thickening is required as a prerequisite for the efficient further treatment of sewage sludge, for example in digesters, and is also necessary where liquid sewage sludge is transported to further treatment steps or utilisation. The following criteria are decisive for the selection of the thickening process: Efficiency Performance Reliability Design and Function Polymer is added to the thin sludge and the sludge conditioned in a flocculation reactor prior to being distributed evenly over the full width of the continuously travelling filter belt. The water filtered through the belt filter cloth drains off into collection troughs whilst the solids are retained on the filter belt. Chicanes furrow the sludge to facilitate drainage and support the production of a concentrated sludge cake. The initial thin sludge volume is reduced by approx. 85 %. The sludge cake is discharged into a collection trough from where it is removed by an eccentric screw pump for example. A spray bar cleans the filter belt while it travels back. The benefits of the HUBER Belt Thickener DrainBelt Efficiency Sludge volume reduction up to > 85% Typical thickening results > 6% DR Minimised polymer consumption, normally only 2 – 3 g effective substance/kg DM Low energy consumption Belt filter cleaning with filtrate water as spray water Reliable technology Long filter cloth life due to the slow filter belt velocity of < 20 m/min Minimised wear of the plastic chicanes Encased thickener suitable for the treatment of strong-smelling sludge, protecting operators against harmful spray water aerosols Big inspection openings to facilitate maintenance Easy to operate and maintain High performance Large active filter surface Very long thickening zone Increased filtration results through repeated sludge restacking Increased thickening results due to a ramp installed to decelerate the sludge prior to being discharged Selectable filter cloth options to meetspecific requirements High specific throughput capacity up to 45m3/h per metre of filter belt width[...]
[...]Excellent separation efficiency due to its perforations Reliable cleansing of the perforated plates with a rotating brush Very compact system with minimum space requirements Easy-to-retrofit into existing channels The EscaMax® complements the well-known HUBER program for municipal and industrial wastewater screening, as it is particularly well suited in situations where excellent separation efficiency is required in deep channels with high water levels. Perforated screening elements provide superior separation efficiency in comparison with slit screening elements. It has been determined that two-dimensional perforations are better than one-dimensional slits. Formation of screenings rolls is prevented by rake bars extending over the full width of the screen in combination with the screen‘s installation angle. Even cans and bottles are lifted by these rakes. HUBER Belt Screen EscaMax® Each end of the filter belt of the HUBER Belt Screen EscaMax® is connected with a drive chain that is driven by chain wheels. Each chain wheel is driven by a sprocket on a common shaft and a flange mounted gear motor. When they have passed the upper turning point the screening elements are cleaned by an internal spray nozzle bar which operates against screening direction. A separately and continuously driven roller brush enhances the cleaning process additionally. The roller brush operates against the travel direction of the filter belt, this improves cleaning efficiency significantly (see detail sketch). Another advantage of this cleaning method is that a majority of the screenings, including abrasive material, are removed from the screening elements already in the first step of the cleaning process by the spray bar. It is obvious that the wear of both the screening elements and the roller brush is considerably reduced in this way. The sturdy HUBER Belt Screen EscaMax® is able to reliably cope with even high amounts of gravel and grit. The two-dimensional screening elements prevent especially long fibres from passing through the screen and achieve thus the maximum separation efficiency. The Benefits of the EscaMax® Screen Excellent separation efficiency due travelling perforated plates Reliable cleansing of the perforated plates with an internal spray nozzle bar and counterrotating brush No scraper roller for trough edge cleaning required All submerged bearings are wear-resistant ceramic bearings. Compact design with a low installation height above ground level Completely odour-encased screen with easy to remove covers Not hindered by gravel or grit Easy-to-retrofit into existing channels, installation without channel recesses possible The screen consists of a self-supporting folded stainless steel profile so that it can easily be lifted out of the channel. Simple and easy-to-access chain tensioning unit All machine components in contact with the medium are made of stainless steel and acid treated in a pickling bath (except chains, drives, bearings). As an option, the chains and chain wheels are available in stainless steel.[...]
[...]Sheboygan, WI, USA A new HUBER Belt Dryer project is on the way in the USA. A BT 18 dryer for a throughput of 11,700 t/a will be installed at Sheboygan in the US state Wisconsin. HUBER SE could win the order already in July 2012. We were commissioned to supply not only the belt drying plant, our scope of delivery includes also a HUBER Screw Press Q-PRESS®, size 800 for sludge dewatering. The HUBER Belt Dryer we supply to Sheboygan will be the first installation of the new dryer generation in the USA. The plant conception excels for its excellent energy efficiency and a high level of safety. The low electrical energy demand is achieved primarily through the new control concept and the so-called "helix air flow" which ensures that the process air streams through the drying chambers as a spiral air flow. As the air is reheated in each chamber, its load capacity can be utilized to the maximum. This means that only that amount of air needs to be moved through the dryer which is actually used for drying. Much smaller drives are therefore sufficient for the ventilators and also the exhaust air treatment system can be dimensioned very small so that a lot of operating costs can be saved. Especially the feeding system of the dryer ensures a reliable plant operation. The sewage sludge extruder, also called pelletizer, presses the sludge and produces spaghetti-like sludge strands with a defined surface-volume ratio. As the sludge keeps its form during drying it is possible to avoid the highest safety risk involved with the operation of belt dryers, namely the production of dust. To facilitate the installation work to be carried out on site the dryer will be pre-assembled in the factory and delivered as only few individual parts. Furthermore, a HUBER engineer will be there to supervise installation on site and support the local installation team. Facts and figures on the project: Site: Sheboygan, Wisconsin, USA Size: BT 18 Dryer length: 24 m Water evaporation: 1.361 kg/h Throughputmax: 11.700t/a ; 1.800 kg/h Operating time: 6.500 h/a Drying: from 20% DR to 90% DR Heat source: Warm water 90° C[...]
[...]Create value from waste! Sewage sludge is the „waste product“ that is generated on sewage treatment plants. Dry your sewage sludge to reduce disposal costs and use your „waste“ as a fuel or fertiliser resource! Dry, low-dust, disinfected granular biosolids product Easy and safe to handle Tailor-made heat utilisation concept Reduced disposal costs Design and Function The HUBER Belt Dryer BT makes waste a valuable resource ... … in the most efficient way ... The unique HUBER HELIX air flow system ensures that only the minimum required amount of drying air is blown through the dryer by the ventilators. In combination with the CFD-optimised dryer geometry, an extremely low electrical energy demand is achieved with this air flow system. The closed process air circulation system with integrated condensation stage reduces the exhaust air volume flow to 5,000 m³/h maximum and contributes to keeping down operating costs. ... in the most reliable way ... The HUBER Belt Dryer BT is designed for fully automatic 24/7 operation. All its core components are robust and “made in Germany”. Integrated automatic belt cleaning and the HUBER extruder guarantee a reliable and failure-free dryer operation. High safety standards and low drying temperatures of 70 °C to 150 °C make the HUBER Belt Dryer BT so safe that all ATEX requirements are reliably met. ... in the most comfortable way ... The electrical control system of the HUBER Belt Dryer BT responds fully automatically to external influences that could impair the complex drying process, eliminating the need for intervention by the operating staff. The dryer can easily be cleaned and maintained by a single person. Optional telemaintenance solutions are additionally available to enable system operators to monitor their drying plant from anywhere, or even control and operate it if required via an end device, such as PC, mobile phone or tablet PC. ... in the most sustainable way ... Consequent use of exhaust heat from processes, such as power generation from sewage gas or biogas, reduces operating costs and CO2 emissions. Optional heat recovery from the dryer (to heat buildings or digesters) also contributes to the sustainable protection of the environment. The dry granulate produced by the dryer can be used both as fuel and fertilizer. ... in the most clever way ... The HUBER Belt Dryer BT represents state-of-the-art technology of sewage sludge drying. Maximum energy efficiency, full automation and flexible use of exhaust heat guarantee low operating costs and easy system operation. The dryer can also easily be integrated into existing installations and process plants. Various components of peripheral plant equipment ensure maximum flexibility and can be selected to meet specific requirements. Customised Plant Solutions HUBER offers you customised plant solutions. The HUBER Belt Dryer BT uses various waste heat sources and is therefore ideal to be integrated into existing processes. Combined with HUBER dewatering systems and HUBER Screw Conveyor Ro8 T , the HUBER Belt Dryer BT offers the customer a reliable complete solution for perfectly tailored sludge treatment. The HUBER Belt Dryer BT has proven its reliability in many projects worldwide.[...]
[...]Prevention of blocking Easy retrofit Sturdy design, reliable operation As stones and large objects present in sewers can damage pumps and the inlet equipment of wastewater treatment plants, such objects have to be removed to ensure reliable operation. Design and Function The HUBER Basket Screen CageLift prevents such blockage, the entanglement of debris and damage of equipment as it removes the material. The screen can be installed in a manhole prior to pumps, the size depending on the inflow rate and depth. The sturdy, stable basket screen with bar spacing from 20mm to 80mm retains the floating debris at the sewer outlet. The screen bottom plate is perforated to allow static dewatering of the retained material. When a certain amount of material has accumulated, the screen basket is lifted upwards by an electric chain hoist. The vertical basket movement is supported by a stable carrier and guide rails. These rails are curved in the upper section to ensure a partly automatic discharge into a suitable container. While the screenings are transported upwards in the basket, material which could impair the function of downstream pumps is removed by a fall screen supported on guide rollers. The Benefits of the HUBER Basket Screen CageLift Prevention of blocking and entanglement of debris, and damage of equipment Quick and easy retrofit Sturdy design, reliable operation, functional[...]
[...]Durable fine screen for screening surface water, offering high operational reliability and the best possible economy Compact machine with throughputs of up to 100,000 m³/h Innovative sealing concept for removing dirt from the clean water side Rugged design for maximum uptime and reliability Extremely maintenance-friendly operation with low operating costs Machine design allows for shorter channels thanks to reduced laminar flows at the machine outlet Plant operators need robust fine screening machines that effectively protect pumps and membranes from dirt particles being carried over to the clean water side. The decisive factor here is to optimise the flow behaviour of the water in the sewer as far as possible. As a rule, coarse screens are installed upstream of the fine screening machines, tasked with filtering particularly coarse impurities. The correct choice of the mechanical screens determines the stability of subsequent process steps and thus the economic efficiency and safety of the entire plant. In view of the increased demands of operators for high throughput rates using the smallest construction volume and low operating and maintenance costs, HUBER has developed the compact Band Screen DualMax®. Design and function of the HUBER Band Screen DualMax® The HUBER Band Screen DualMax® is a screen with stainless steel screen elements and a flow from the outside to the inside of the channel. Depending on the requirement profile, the screening elements can be supplied in mesh or perforated plate design with different separation sizes. The screening elements are connected to a chain and powered by a drive motor. The chain is guided by a guide track in the lower area and a chain wheel in the upper area of the machine. During operation, dirt particles settle on the screening element. They are conveyed upwards by the movement of the screening elements and removed from them by a spray nozzle system arranged upstream of the screening elements and discharged into an externally arranged launder channel. Coarser dirt particles that do not adhere to the screening element are also conveyed upwards by additional carrier bars installed on the screening element. For environmental reasons, the machine can be equipped with fish buckets as an option to protect aquatic creatures. Thanks to the way in which the contaminated water flows into the machine from both sides through the filter elements and flows out of the DualMax® at the output, turbulent flows downstream of the fine screening machine are reduced. This permits a reduced distance to the pump and thus also a shorter channel on site. The selected frame design of the DualMax® minimises Safe and economical water withdrawal with the HUBER Band Screen DualMax® installation times and required construction work, as the machine can be installed as an entire fine screen or in assemblies in the channel. The DualMax® can be manufactured in stainless steel, duplex or super duplex depending on the project-specific requirements. A combination of stainless steel and cathodic corrosion protection is also available to enable safe machine operation in corrosive media for many years. In addition to design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning, HUBER's service portfolio encompasses the complete after-sales service, including the supply of spare parts and system maintenance. If site conditions change, we also adapt the existing plant equipment. Advantages of the HUBER Band Screen DualMax® Quick and easy installation of the machine in the structure thanks to self-supporting frame Zero carry-over: No carry-over of dirt particles to the clean water side to increase the operational reliability of subsequent process steps High levels of durability and low-maintenance operation thanks to compact machine design Easy maintenance – all maintenance steps can be carried out at operator level Long service life thanks to suitable selection of materials and use of corrosion protection systems Fish-friendly solution – optionally available thanks to specially developed fish bucket and fish return system Variable speed of operation to optimise the machines' running times and discharge capacities Lower laminar flows at the machine outlet enable onsite optimisation potential thanks to shorter channels[...]
[...]Compact design for significant savings in construction costs Best possible fish protection according to US standard EPA 316(b) Act Quick installation and commissioning due to pre-assembly and self-supporting frame Extremely maintenance-friendly operation with low operating costs Plant operators need robust fine screening machines that effectively protect pumps and membranes from dirt particles being carried over to the clean water side. The decisive factor here is to optimise the flow behaviour of the water in the sewer as far as possible. HUBER has developed the high-performance DiscMax® band screen as an ideal solution for the new construction and modernisation of water intake stations. On-site cost saving potentials for the customer can be exploited, which contributes to an overall higher economic efficiency of the plant. The compact, robust design of a HUBER Band Screen DiscMax® with its central drive chain and self-supporting support frame ensures safe operation with low maintenance costs, thus optimising operating costs. In addition, the special design enables particularly fishfriendly operation during water extraction. Design and Function of the HUBER Band Screen DiscMax® The HUBER Band Screen DiscMax® is used as a fine screen for the treatment of river, lake and sea water in the following applications, among others: Use as cooling water in thermal power plants. Process and cooling water in the paper industry and other industries. Raw water for seawater desalination. Process and cooling water in chemical plants and refineries. Raw water for drinking water supply. Use for irrigation in agriculture. The HUBER Band Screen DiscMax® is a direct-flow screen with crescent-shaped screen elements. Depending on the requirement profile, the screening elements can be supplied in mesh or perforated plate design with different separation sizes. The screening elements are connected to a chain and powered by a drive motor. The chain is guided by a guide track in the lower area and a chain wheel in the upper area of the machine. During operation, dirt particles settle on the screening element. They are conveyed upwards by the movement of the screening elements and removed from them by a spray nozzle system arranged behind the screening elements and sprayed into a launder. Coarser dirt particles that do not adhere to the screening elements are also conveyed upwards by carrier bars on the screening element. To improve its corrosion properties, the screen can be optimised for salt water applications through the choice of material or the selection of suitable corrosion protection systems. Sizes and process engineering data Machine material selection possible from low-alloy stainless steels to super duplex Channel widths up to 3.5 m Channel depth up to 25 m Installation angle of 90°Separation size 1 – 10 mm Available with perforated plate or mesh element Flow rates of up to 50,000 m³/h per channel Optional design with fish buckets Optimum fish protection with the HUBER Band Screen DiscMax® To protect aquatic life, the machine can optionally be equipped with a fish return system based on the recommendations of the US EPA CWA 316b standard and the EU Habitats Directive. In this system, the fish swimming towards the HUBER Band Screen DiscMax® are carefully scooped out by buckets attached to the screening elements of the machine. The buckets are made of a special plastic material to ensure gentle transport of the fish in the water. The fish are then carefully transported with the water into a separate launder and returned to the water body. The benefits of the HUBER Band Screen DiscMax ® Savings in construction costs through more compact channel structures due to the low-turbulence design of the machine Installation and assembly – quick and easy installation of the machine in the structure Zero Carry Over – no carry-over of dirt particles to the clean water side to increase the operational reliability of subsequent process steps Fish-friendly solution – optionally available with a fish return system based on the recommendations of the EPA 316b standard Easy maintenance – all maintenance steps can be carried out from the operator level Low-wear solution – all moving parts are located on the clean water side Variable speed of operation to optimise the running times and discharge capacities of the machine Machine design – high robustness and low-maintenance operation Hydraulic advantages – the flow passes through the screen surface only once Simplified design and compactness of the machine reduces noise emissions.[...]
[...]Maximum separation efficiency through reliable screening Maximum retention of fibres and hair Operating reliability for membrane bioreactors Especially for narrow channels and high throughputs High separation efficiency The HUBER Band Screen CenterMax® is available in different designs and suitable for numerous applications of solids-liquid separation. The screen can be equipped with a mesh, perforated plate or a folded perforated plate ("Star" design), according to the specific application requirements . Design and Function Whilst the wastewater flows into the open front side of the screen and out through the screening elements on the left and right side (viewed in flow direction), solids are retained on the inner surface of the screening elements leading to gradual blinding of the surface, which has an impact on the level difference in the channel. Cleaning of the filter elements starts at a defined water level in the channel upstream of the screen. The filter elements start to circulate, thus transporting the screenings upwards and out of the channel. In the upper part of the screen a spray nozzle bar sprays water onto the surface of the filter element from outside to remove the solids from the surface and flush them into an internal trough installed in the upper part of the screen from where the screenings are discharged by gravity. The screenings are usually treated further in a HUBER Wash Press WAP® . Technical data 4 sizes (chamber openings) Width of filter elements: 600 ‒ 2400 mm Maximum screen length: 10,000 mm (longer lengths available on request) Perforated plate: 1 ‒ 10 mm Star-type perforated plate: 1 ‒ 2 mm Mesh: 0.5 ‒ 1 mm Completely made of stainless steel, pickled in an acid bath Model variations CenterMax® pp - perforated plate screen HUBER Band Screen CenterMax® with perforated plate, perforations from 1 to 10 mm. High separation efficiency and retention of fibres and hair. Typical applications for 1 and 2 mm perforation: - Protection of hollow-fibre membrane filtration plants Typical applications for 3 mm perforation: - Protection of plate membrane filtration plants CenterMax® Star - folded perforated plate screen HUBER Band Screen CenterMax® with folded perforated plate, perforations 1 / 1.5 / 2 mm. Increased screen surface for higher throughputs. High separation efficiency and retention of fibres and hair. Typical applications: - Protection of membrane filtration plants CenterMax® mesh - square mesh screen HUBER Band Screen CenterMax® with mesh, mesh sizes from 0.2 up to 0.75 mm. Maximum separation efficiency and reduction of COD and BOD by 20 – 40%. Typical applications: - Load reduction in the preliminary treatment stage - Replacement for primary settlement tank - River and sea outfall applications The applications at a glance Industrial and municipal applications Primary and secondary treatment stage Protection of membrane plants Screening in the inlet to power plants Treatment of cooling water circuits Ultra-fine screen for the reduction of COD / AFS in existing plants (load reduction in the biosystem) Surface and river water screening The Benefits of HUBER Band Screen CenterMax® High throughput capacity – maximum separation efficiency Also suitable for narrow channels Economically dimensioned channel and machine Low life-cycle costs Easy maintenance and operation Maximum corrosion protection through stainless steel design and acid treatment in a pickling bath[...]
[...]Berching, Germany Anyone planning or operating a wastewater treatment plant, or looking to optimise an existing process, faces growing challenges today. These include stricter legal requirements, rising energy costs and the need for sustainable resource use, all of which require reliable, robust and efficient technical systems. Operating a wastewater treatment plant is like maintaining a finely tuned clockwork mechanism – if one cog fails, the whole system stops working. In such an environment, having a partner who can offer complete, coordinated process chains as well as individual machines is a decisive advantage. This is precisely where HUBER comes in as a full-range supplier. Sludge treatment: a process that deserves more attention A significant proportion of a wastewater treatment plant’s operating costs are accounted for by sludge treatment. Yet in the public consciousness, it is often merely perceived as a 'waste problem'. However, it is a highly complex process that adds value, in which every detail matters. This is precisely where the advantages of a supplier with a comprehensive portfolio become apparent. The quality of the entire process chain starts right at the sludge screening stage. The HUBER Sludgecleaner STRAINPRESS® removes contaminants at an early stage of the process. Although this may seem trivial, it has a significant impact on operational reliability and subsequent process stages. Next comes sludge thickening, a process that is often underestimated. In fact, it plays a decisive role in determining the energy and cost requirements of subsequent steps. HUBER offers solutions that can be precisely adapted to local needs, utilising a variety of technologies such as disc, belt, or screw. This diversity is not an end in itself, but enables the creation of tailor-made, sustainable process chains for the end customer. In the subsequent dewatering stage, the sludge is brought to an economically viable dry matter content, which is a key factor when it comes to disposal and transport costs. The more water that is removed from the sludge at this stage, the less mass will need to be transported later. This not only reduces operating costs but also significantly improves the carbon‑footprint of the entire process: Less material means fewer transport journeys, lower energy consumption and, consequently, significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions. This is precisely where the strength of a full-liner lies: Different machine types, but a coordinated overall concept that ensures thickening and dewatering mesh together perfectly and guarantee a consistently high quality of the dewatered sludge. The final step is thermal sludge treatment, which transforms waste into a valuable raw material. This can be achieved using solar-assisted, belt-based or rotary drying methods. Whether solar-assisted, belt-based or rotary-dried, solutions such as the HUBER Sludge Turner SOLSTICE®, the HUBER Belt Dryer BT or the HUBER Disc Dryer RotaDry® can meet a wide range of energy, local and end-product specifications. Compared to dewatering alone, sludge drying significantly improves the overall environmental balance. The dried sludge is lighter, significantly more stable and considerably more compact. This reduces transport costs and associated emissions further. At the same time, it produces a material that is easy to store and can be used for energy recovery — a process that offers economic benefits and supports the CO₂‑neutrality of modern wastewater treatment plants. Thanks to our wide range of products and processes, we can always focus on delivering optimal customer benefits. All these machines are interconnected by screw conveyors and transport technology. What often appears unremarkable is, in fact, the backbone of a reliably functioning plant. Case study: Erlangen wastewater treatment plant The Erlangen wastewater treatment plant is one of the most efficient facilities in Bavaria. Every day, around 35,000 m³ of wastewater is treated mechanically, biologically and chemically – enough to reliably treat the wastewater equivalent of up to 350,000 inhabitants. Particularly noteworthy is the site’s energy performance: Through extensive modernisation of the digestion tanks and continuous process optimisation, energy consumption has been reduced by around 1 million kWh per annum. In 2020, the treatment plant achieved energy neutrality for the first time by combining the use of biogas and photovoltaics, and has covered its entire heating and electricity requirements independently ever since. Erlangen is therefore a striking example of how technical coordination, efficient processes, and modern plant concepts can come together. Furthermore, the Erlangen sewage treatment plant demonstrates the effectiveness of a comprehensive portfolio. It impressively illustrates how various HUBER components interlock seamlessly: Even the intake technology for sewer cleaning vehicles and road sweepers is fully coordinated – from the intake hopper and discharge screw to the grit washing system. This ensures robust, low-wear operations in an area subject to particularly high stresses. Mechanical treatment involves the use of step screens, wash presses and grit washing plants. It is crucial to ensure that these processes run reliably because any blockages, grit content or coarse material will affect subsequent stages of wastewater and sludge treatment. Erlangen also relies on HUBER technology for further treatment. Screening systems and wastewater heat exchangers provide mechanical relief and enable energy recovery, which is an increasingly important aspect of modern sewage treatment plants. Of particular note is the HUBER Belt Dryer BT 16, which handles thermal sludge treatment. This highlights just how important it is to coordinate all the preceding process steps. Consistent incoming sludge, reliable dewatering and a suitable feeding system are the prerequisites for stable and energy-efficient drying operations. W hy a full-service provider makes all the difference A wastewater treatment plant is not made up of individual machines, but of process chains that must work together seamlessly. If each link in this chain is supplied by a different manufacturer, coordination issues, interface problems and organisational friction are inevitable. A full-line supplier such as HUBER offers clear advantages here: A consistent service and control philosophy Coordinated interfaces and material flows Lower operational risk Planning reliability for decades to come A look at Erlangen shows: When a partner can cover several process steps, the result is a system that works well and impresses in technical, economic and sustainable terms.[...]