Enhanced coagulation using Al/Fe(iii) coagulants: effect of coagulant chemistry on the removal of colour-causing NOM

J.-Q. Jiang*, N. J.D. Graham

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Abstract

The addition of excess coagulant and lowering the coagulation pH in order to improve the removal of NOM and DBP precursors have been defined as ‘enhanced coagulation’. However, as a consequence, sludge production and treatment costs are increased, and the chemical storage and feed facilities need to be changed. Through developments in coagulant chemistry, various types of pre-polymerised coagulants have been prepared in recent years and been applied widely. In comparison to conventional coagulants under such ‘enhanced coagulation’ conditions, pre-polymerised coagulants can improve NOM and THMFP removals at relatively lower dosages. In addition, this results in a reduction in the sludge production and treatment costs, and the existing facilities in a water treatment works need not be changed by the use of pre-polymerised coagulants.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)937-950
Number of pages14
JournalEnvironmental Technology (United Kingdom)
Volume17
Issue number9
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Sept 1996
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Enhanced coagulation
  • poly-aluminium coagulants
  • poly-ferric coagulants
  • natural organic matter (NOM)
  • trihalomethane formation potential (THMFP)
  • sludge production

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Water Science and Technology
  • Waste Management and Disposal

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