Patent ID: 9186603
Filing Date: 2015-11-17
Classification: B01D

Abstract:
1. An integrated sludge protector baffle system for use in a clarifier tank for gravitationally separating suspended matter from a liquid, said baffle system comprising: a plurality of perforated baffles configured for mounting within a clarifier tank having a bottom and at least one side wall bounding a liquid contained therein, each baffle of said plurality of perforated baffles being defined by opposing inward and outward edges, and opposing first and second lengthwise edges, and comprising: wherein the plurality of perforated baffles are configured to be secured together along their lengths in such a manner as to form a gap between adjacent baffles while forming a substantially rigid ceiling of baffles adapted to protect at least a portion of a lower sludge thickened layer in the clarifier tank, wherein each baffle of the plurality of perforated baffles is configured to be supported by one or more elements of the clarifier tank, wherein the plurality of perforated baffles are configured to divide the clarifier tank into an upper cleaner water layer and the lower sludge thickened layer, and wherein the plurality of perforated baffles are configured to minimize the amount of sludge re-suspended from the bottom of the clarifier tank when an incoming liquid enters the clarifier tank.