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TERRAZZCO® Portable Filter Press 18-5:
On-Site Slurry Dewatering Machine
The TERRAZZCO Filter Press 18-5 is a portable, fully automated slurry dewatering machine that converts slurry into one cubic foot of compressed solids and a continuous supply of reclaimed clean water. It’s a machine that is easy to use on any job site with no manual labor required.
Who’s It For: The TERRAZZCO Filter Press is great for terrazzo contractors, concrete grinding and polishing crews, and fabrication shops that generate slurry waste and need a compliant, job-site disposal solution.
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What Problem Does the TERRAZZCO Filter Press Solve?
Slurry is produced from construction grinding and polishing. Slurry is a highly alkaline mixture of water and fine particles from terrazzo and other trades. Improper slurry disposal is both an environmental hazard and a legal liability.
- Manual slurry collection and hauling are labor-intensive, slow, and costly
- Discharging slurry into storm drains or contaminating the Earth violates local ordinances and federal acts
The TERRAZZCO Filter Press 18-5 eliminates these risks on-site, while improving labor efficiency. Slurry is transformed into a solid cake for easy disposal and clean water for reuse, in short cycle times. Great for your team. Great for the environment.
How does the TERRAZZCO Filter Press Work?
- Connect: Attach the slurry inlet and filtrate outlet connections on-site.
- Automate: The onboard PLC control system takes over. No manual operation needed.
- Press: A hydraulic cylinder presses plates together, separating solids from liquid
- Output: Clean reclaimed water exists continuously; compressed solids (1 cubic ft per cycle) are ejected via a pneumatic cake bumping mechanism.
- Repeat: Cycle times average 7-20 minutes, depending on slurry volume.
This machine runs on 220 VAC single-phase, 30-amp power (standard job site power). The 7-inch glove-friendly resistive touch display makes operation accessible to any crew member.
You can use this machine in many applications. Applications include concrete grinding and polishing, terrazzo grinding and polishing, and stone fabrication shops.
What are the Filter Press Specifications?
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Filter Plate Frame Size | 18.5 inches |
| Number of Plates | 5 Plates |
| Total Filter Area | 32 Square Ft |
| Total Filter Cake Volume | 1 Cubic Foot |
| Filter Cake Thickness | 1.5 inches |
| Machine Length | 81 inches |
| Machine Width | 31.375 inches |
| Machine Height | 63 inches |
| Total Weight | 1,600 lbs | Max Slurry Feed Pressure | 100 psi |
| Power Input | 220 VAC single phase 30 amp (max draw) |
What makes the Filter Press Portable?
The machine is designed for real-world job site logistics:
- Fit through a standard 32-inch door frame; moves between rooms and floors without disassembly
- Forklift slots for loading and unloading at any construction site
- Heavy-duty wheels for on-site mobility
- Loads in the bed of a standard pickup truck; no specialized transport required
- Onboard air compressor and slurry pump; plug in and operate, no external equipment needed
How Does the Filter Press Support Environmental Compliance?
The TERRAZZCO Filter Press 18-5 addresses regulatory and environmental risks on construction sites:
- Clean Water Act Compliance: Eliminates uncontrolled slurry discharge that triggers violations
- Zero Slurry Hauling: On-site dewatering eliminates transportation risk and third-party disposal costs
- LEED Project Alignment: Water reclamation supports sustainable construction certification goals.
FAQs About the Filter Press
How long does one dewatering cycle take?
Cycle times average 7 to 2o minutes, depending on slurry volume and consistency.
Can one person operate it?
Yes. The fully automated PLC system and 7-inch glove-friendly touchscreen allow single-operator use.
Do you carry the Filter Press in stock?
No. The TERRAZZCO Filter Press is made to order. We customize the Filter Press to meet your desired needs.
Concord Terrazzo Company is a true single-source terrazzo supplier. We supply everything from aggregates, precast terrazzo products, and epoxy resins. Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, we specialize in epoxy terrazzo for institutional, commercial, and industrial projects. Learn more about how TERRAZZCO can add value to your next project.