Sludge Handling Upgrade – Chandler Wastewater Treatment Plant

Enhanced Sludge Transport Efficiency with Serpentix Conveyors

Location: Chandler, Arizona

The City of Chandler Wastewater Treatment Plant needed a reliable way to move sludge through a complex facility layout. Serpentix conveyors were installed to handle steep inclines, confined spaces, and multiple transfer points with continuous flow. This installation improved sludge handling efficiency, reduced manual intervention, and increased system reliability for the growing municipality.

Challenges

Tight site layout with vertical elevation change (+33 ft)
Odor control in desert climate
UV exposure on outdoor conveyor components
High community standards due to adjacent residential zones

Serpentix Solutions

Three-dimensional conveyor path with 90° helical turn and 30° incline

Fully enclosed stainless steel structure to reduce UV damage and odor

Seamless integration with belt press and truck load-out systems

Results

First-year savings of $10K+ just from reduced product loss

Faster cleanup and lower maintenance

Exceeded ROI projections (recouped in under 3 years)

Increased productivity and overall operational efficiency

Case Study: City of Chandler (operated by Parsons Corp.)

Industry: Water & Wastewater

Location: Chandler, Arizona 

System Used: 117-ft Model H Continuous Path Conveyor 

Application: Sludge filter cake transport from belt presses to outdoor hopper

Challenges

Tight site layout with vertical elevation change (+33 ft)

Odor control in desert climate

UV exposure on outdoor conveyor components

High community standards due to adjacent residential zones

Serpentix Solution

Three-dimensional conveyor path with 90° helical turn and 30° incline

Fully enclosed stainless steel structure to reduce UV damage and odor

Seamless integration with belt press and truck load-out systems

Results

First-year savings of $10K+ just from reduced product loss

Faster cleanup and lower maintenance

Exceeded ROI projections (recouped in under 3 years)

Increased productivity and overall operational efficiency

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