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Wastewater Pond Dredging
& Sludge Removal

Professional Pond Dredging
Services in New Zealand

Sludge Removal from wastewater ponds is an essential part of maintaining the functionality and efficiency of the wastewater treatment process.

Sludge is the accumulation of solid waste materials that settle at the bottom of the pond over time, and it can have several negative impacts on the treatment process and the environment if left unchecked. It is typically composed of organic and inorganic materials, including bacteria, algae, and other microorganisms, as well as settled solids and pollutants. There are several reasons why it is important to perform pond dredging for effective sludge removal from wastewater ponds, view these below.

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Maintain Treatment Capability

Accumulated sludge can reduce the holding capacity of the wastewater pond, therefore reducing the hydraulic retention time and limiting the effectiveness of the treatment process and potentially compromising the quality of the effluent exiting the pond. Additionally, suspended sludge can clog pipes, filters and wetlands, reducing the flow of wastewater and increasing the risk of system failure. Undertaking pond dredging and overall sludge removal maintains the integrity of the pond’s treatment capabilities and impacts on the environment.

Prevent Odour & Mosquito Problems

Exposed sludge can emit foul odours and provide a breeding ground for mosquitoes and other insects. Sludge removal achieved by pond dredging can help to reduce these problems and improve the overall environment around the pond. Excessive levels of sludge can also create poor water quality and higher water temperature that leads to botulism outbreaks. Botulism is often fatal to birdlife. Sludge removal through pond dredging is an effective way to reduce the risk of botulism outbreak in wastewater ponds.

Regulatory Compliance

Sludge Removal from wastewater ponds is essential for complying with regulations and resource consents related to wastewater treatment. Many jurisdictions require regular sludge removal as part of wastewater treatment system maintenance, and failure to comply can result in fines or other penalties. Overall, sludge removal from wastewater ponds is an important part of maintaining efficient and effective wastewater treatment systems, protecting the environment, and complying with regulatory requirements. By undertaking pond dredging and removing accumulated sludge regularly, wastewater treatment systems can continue to operate at peak performance ensuring clean, safe water for communities and the environment.

SiteCare performs pond dredging using our high-capacity dredges to complete efficient and effective sludge removal from wastewater treatment ponds.

When undertaking pond dredging, we have the capability of pumping the sludge in excess of 1 km, meaning our equipment is suitable for sludge removal from all sizes of wastewater treatment ponds.

We have multiple options available for dewatering the sludge on-site during the pond dredging process, including fully containerised dewatering systems that allow the dewatered sludge to be immediately transported off site, or stationary geotubes that accommodate high volumes of sludge to be dewatered and stored on site for a period of time. If you’re looking for pond dredging services near me, at SiteCare we operate New Zealand wide, enquire with our professional team today to get started.

BENEFITS.

Highly efficient one touch process, with no downtime of the infrastructure.

No requirement to double handle waste for disposal at a later stage.

A small working footprint for sites with restricted space.

Fully sealed system right throughout extraction, dewatering and cartage, meaning it is mess free and no odour is released.

Modular and scalable to maintain productivity on all sizes of ponds

158,533
m3

Cubic meters of sludge removed from Aotearoa’s Wastewater Treatment Ponds.

633,600
KM's

Achieved Reduction in Cartage

768,113
KG's

Achieved Reduction in CO2 Emissions Reduction

13.86M
Litres

Achieved Reduction in Waste Creation

Why Trust SiteCare for Your Pond Dredging Project?

SiteCare have been delivering professional sludge removal
services throughout New Zealand for over 20+ years.

SiteCare performs pond dredging using our high-capacity dredges to complete efficient and effective sludge removal from wastewater treatment ponds. When undertaking pond dredging, we have the capability of pumping the sludge in excess of 1 kilometre, meaning our equipment is suitable for sludge removal from all sizes of wastewater treatment ponds.

We have multiple options available for dewatering the sludge on-site during the pond dredging process, including fully containerised dewatering systems that allow the dewatered sludge to be immediately transported off site, or stationary geotubes that accommodate high volumes of sludge to be dewatered and stored on site for a period of time.

If you’re looking for pond dredging services near me, at SiteCare we operate New Zealand wide, enquire with our professional team today to get started.

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