Research on the performance of coagulation with dual high molecular weight flocculant PAC-NPAM for the treatment of Cr (VI) containing wastewater in a magnetic levitation fixed bed

Abstract

This study proposes a magnetic levitation fixed bed flocculation reactor as an effective method for the removal of Cr (VI). The research examines the effects of both single and dual polymer flocculants on the efficiency of the flocculation process. Initially, a magnetic levitation layer was established using a radial magnetic field in conjunction with stainless steel balls. Subsequently, polyaluminum chloride (PAC) and a non-ionic coagulant, polyacrylamide (NPAM), were introduced into the water to create a magnetic levitation fixed bed flocculation reactor. This reactor with the objective of purifying water contaminated with simulated Cr (VI).

The results indicate that the incorporation of a reducing agent, specifically FeSO₄, in conjunction with PAC and NPAM respectively, can achieve Cr (VI) removal rates exceeding 97% and turbidity removal rates exceeding 96%. The interaction between the cross-flow influent and the flocculating particles promotes the formation of micro-vortex flocculation.