1] separation of suspensions by sedimentation in transparent sedimentation tank
[2] tank with pump to prepare and deliver a suspension comprising water and precipitated calcium carbonate
[3] bypass to tumble and homogenise the suspension
[4] mixing of the suspension with fresh water in sedimentation tank inlet zone
[5] adjustment of fresh water and suspension flow rate by valves
[6] precise piston burette for metering of ink to visualise flow conditions in the sedimentation tank
[7] influencing of flow conditions in the sedimentation tank with baffle plate that can be positioned
[8] determination of solid concentrations at sedimentation tank inlet and outlet by Imhoff cones