What are the applications of polyacrylamide (PAM)?

As a result, PAM is widely used in municipal wastewater treatment, oil extraction, pulp and paper production, and other fields. Polyacrylamide is mainly used in the flocculation, sedimentation, and dewatering processes in municipal wastewater treatment.

Why is polyacrylamide important in wastewater treatment?

The correct use of polyacrylamide will contribute to improving municipal wastewater treatment results, protecting water resources, and achieving sustainable development. In the wastewater treatment industry, polyacrylamide has become an indispensable agent.

What is polyacrylamide used for?

Polyacrylamide and its co-polymers are used as flocculants or coagulants in industrial wastewater treatment .Homo-polymer is used in this application and can be either nonionic, cationic or anionic depending on the types of wastewater needs to be treated. Also polyacrylamide can be prepared either as linear or as cross-linked.

What is anionic polyacrylamide used for?

Anionic polyacrylamide can pick up positively charged particles (clay, sand), much like a magnet picks up nails and other metal objects. APAM can be widely used in waste water treatment of chemical industry, municipal sewage treatment, such as coal washing, mineral processing, metallurgy, iron and steel industry and electronic industry.

What is the dosage of polyacrylamide?

Typically, the dosage ranges between 1-10 ppm. Adjust the specific dosage based on the wastewater treatment results. (2) Preparation of pre-dissolved solution: Mix polyacrylamide with water to create a pre-dissolved solution with a concentration between 0.1% and 0.5%.

What is the concentration of polyacrylamide solution?

Generally, the concentration of the polyacrylamide solution should be controlled between 0.1% and 0.3%. Then, the solution is added to the wastewater in an appropriate amount, and the mixture is stirred thoroughly to allow the polyacrylamide to fully contact the impurities in the wastewater.