Unlock Cleaner Water & Boost Your Bottom Line with Dissolved Air Flotation
Are you searching for a smart, efficient, and cost-effective way to treat your facility’s process water, reduce operational expenses, and champion sustainability? Discover the Opløst luftflotation (DAF) system – an innovative solution designed to help you achieve remarkably cleaner water, streamline your operations, and enhance your environmental stewardship, particularly impactful in demanding applications like plastic recycling.

Hvad er opløst luftflotation (DAF)?
Opløst luftflotation (DAF) is a highly effective water clarification process widely used in treating wastewater from various industrial sources. At its core, DAF technology works by dissolving air into water under controlled pressure. When this air-saturated water is subsequently released into a flotation tank at atmospheric pressure, millions of microscopic air bubbles are formed. These tiny bubbles readily attach to suspended contaminants in the water – such as oils, grease, solids, and even fine microplastics. The buoyant force of the combined bubble-particle agglomerates causes them to rise to the surface, forming a sludge layer that can be easily skimmed off. The result? Significantly clearer effluent water, ready for reuse or safe discharge. This simple yet powerful principle makes DAF a cornerstone of modern wastewater treatment.
DAF: A True Game-Changer for Plastic Recycling Facilities
Plastic recycling operations, by their nature, generate wastewater laden with challenging contaminants like fine plastic particles, residual oils, inks, adhesives from labels, and other suspended solids. Discharging this water without adequate treatment can lead to environmental harm and hefty non-compliance fines. Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) systems offer a robust and reliable solution to these challenges, bringing multiple benefits:
Meet Environmental Regulations
DAF systems excel at removing a high percentage of pollutants, helping your facility consistently meet or even surpass stringent effluent discharge regulations, safeguarding our shared environment.
Unlock Significant Cost Savings
By effectively cleaning process water, DAF systems facilitate water reuse within your plant, drastically reducing fresh water consumption and associated wastewater discharge fees and surcharges.
Enhance Operational Efficiency
Cleaner water protects downstream equipment like filters and nozzles from clogging and fouling, leading to less downtime, reduced maintenance, and a more stable, reliable recycling process.
Boost Your Sustainability Profile
Implementing advanced DAF technology demonstrates a strong commitment to eco-friendly practices and resource conservation, enhancing your brand’s reputation among customers and stakeholders.
How Dissolved Air Flotation Works Its Magic: A Step-by-Step Look
The DAF process is elegantly simple yet highly effective. Raw wastewater first enters the system, often after preliminary screening. To optimize performance, especially for very fine or emulsified particles, chemical pre-treatment using coagulants (like Polyaluminium Chloride – PAC) and flocculants (like Polyacrylamide – PAM) may be applied. These chemicals help tiny particles clump together into larger ‘flocs’, making them easier for the air bubbles to capture. The core DAF process then unfolds in clear stages:
Air Saturation & Pressurization
A portion of clarified effluent (recycle stream) is pumped into a saturation vessel where it’s mixed with compressed air under high pressure (typically 4-6 bar), causing air to dissolve into the water.
Pressure Release & Microbubble Formation
This air-saturated water is then injected into the main flotation tank containing the raw or pre-treated wastewater. As the pressure is suddenly released to atmospheric levels, the dissolved air precipitates out as millions of microscopic bubbles (typically 10-100 microns in size).
Flotation & Separation
These microbubbles collide with and attach to the suspended solids and flocs in the wastewater. The buoyancy of the bubbles lifts these contaminants to the surface, forming a concentrated sludge layer, often called “float.”
Sludge Removal & Clarified Water Discharge
A mechanical skimmer system slowly sweeps across the surface, removing the float for dewatering or disposal. Meanwhile, the clarified water is collected from the bottom of the DAF tank and discharged for reuse or further treatment if necessary.

Versatile DAF Solutions Across Numerous Industries
While incredibly effective for plastic recycling, the power of Opløst luftflotation (DAF) extends far beyond. Its robust and adaptable technology makes it a preferred solution for tackling diverse wastewater challenges across a multitude of industries. DAF systems consistently deliver high performance in applications such as:
Pulp & Paper Mills
Efficiently recovers valuable fibers and removes suspended solids and inks, improving water quality for reuse or environmentally sound discharge.
Textile Industry
Effectively separates and removes dyes, pigments, lint, and finishing chemicals, significantly reducing the pollution load of effluent.
Metal Finishing & Processing
Assists in the removal of heavy metal hydroxides, oily wastes, and suspended solids from plating, coating, and other finishing processes.
Food & Beverage Production
Excels at removing fats, oils, and grease (FOG), proteins, and suspended solids, preventing sewer blockages and reducing biological oxygen demand (BOD).
Chemical Manufacturing
Separates a wide range of chemical contaminants, emulsions, precipitates, and suspended solids from industrial process water and wastewater streams.
Municipal Water & Wastewater
Clarifies drinking water sources by removing algae, color, and turbidity; also used for sludge thickening in municipal wastewater treatment plants.
Our Dissolved Air Flotation System Specifications
We offer a comprehensive range of standard Opløst luftflotation (DAF) models engineered for reliability, efficiency, and ease of operation, designed to suit diverse flow rates and specific pollutant removal needs (CE certification is available for relevant models). Furthermore, our experienced team specializes in developing custom DAF designs for larger capacities or unique application challenges. Below are specifications for some of our popular models:
Model | Motoreffekt (kW) | Pump Flow (m³/h) | Treatment Capacity (m³/h) |
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APW-5 | 2,2 kW | 10 m³/h | ~5 m³/h |
APW-10 | 4,0 kW | 12 m³/t | ~10 m³/h |
APW-20 | 4,0 kW | 16 m³/t | ~20 m³/h |
APW-30 | 5,5 kW | 22 m³/t | ~30 m³/h |
Note: Treatment capacities are indicative and can vary based on influent characteristics. Contact us for a detailed assessment and tailored DAF system solutions, including larger systems.
Your Peace of Mind: Comprehensive Warranty & Expert Support
Invest with confidence. Every Opløst luftflotation (DAF) system we supply includes a comprehensive 1 års begrænset garanti covering manufacturing defects and component performance. But our commitment to your success extends far beyond the initial sale. Our team of experienced engineers is available to provide guidance on installation and commissioning. We can also connect you with trusted local partners for ongoing maintenance services and operational consulting, ensuring your DAF system performs optimally and reliably for years to come. We’re dedicated to your long-term satisfaction.
Ready to Revolutionize Your Wastewater Management with DAF?
Take the next step towards cleaner water, reduced costs, and enhanced sustainability. Contact our DAF specialists today for the latest pricing, lead times, and expert advice tailored to your facility’s unique requirements. Let’s discuss how a Dissolved Air Flotation system can be a game-changing investment for your operations.
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