In petroleum operations, oil sludge remains one of the most complex waste streams - containing recoverable hydrocarbons (10-50%), contaminated water (20-60%), and hazardous solids (20-50%). KOSUN Solids Control delivers innovative separation technologies that transform this environmental liability into recoverable resources while ensuring regulatory compliance.

KOSUN's Cutting-Edge Separation Technologies

1. Three-Phase Decanter Centrifuge System

KOSUN's flagship solution achieves 90-95% oil recovery through:

• Simultaneous separation of oil/water/solids in continuous operation

• Adaptive control system that adjusts to varying sludge compositions

• Low-energy consumption design reducing operational costs by 30% vs conventional systems

Case Example:
A Middle East refinery processed 5,000 tons of tank-bottom sludge with KOSUN equipment:
✔ Recovered 1,450 tons of reusable crude oil
✔ Reduced disposal volume by 88%
✔ Achieved ROI in 14 months

2. Mobile Sludge Treatment Units

For lagoon and pond remediation, KOSUN offers:

• Pontoon-mounted extraction systems with heating capabilities for viscous sludge

• Integrated pretreatment with shale shakers removing >75μm particles

• Closed-loop processing preventing secondary contamination

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Key Advantages:

• 90% oil recovery from legacy sludge ponds

• 80% reduction in transportation costs

• Eliminates long-term environmental liabilities

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3. Tank Cleaning Residual Processing

KOSUN's specialized solution for crude storage tank cleaning:

• Processes up to 50 m³/hour of tank bottoms

• Recovers 93-97% of residual hydrocarbons

• Reduces final waste volume to 5-10% of original

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Environmental & Economic Benefits

• Resource Recovery: Up to 98% hydrocarbon reclamation

• Cost Savings: 60-80% reduction in disposal expenses

• Regulatory Compliance: Meets EPA, EU and OSPAR standards

• Carbon Footprint: 40% lower emissions than thermal alternatives

Why Global Operators Choose KOSUN

✔ Proven Technology: 300+ installations worldwide
✔ Custom Solutions: Engineered for specific sludge characteristics
✔ Lifecycle Support: From feasibility studies to aftermarket services
✔ Sustainable Focus: Circular economy approach to oil waste

Future Innovations in Development

• AI-Powered Separation: Real-time process optimization

• Plasma-Assisted Treatment: Zero-residue solutions

• Modular Micro-Units: For offshore applications

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