Lamella Plate Cleaning
Removing Biofilm, Scale and Sludge
Lamella plates need periodic cleaning to keep their smooth, self-cleaning surface. The close spacing makes method and access especially important.
Lamella Plate Cleaning
Because lamella plates sit close together, deposits bridge the gap quickly if cleaning is neglected. Regular, lighter cleaning is more effective than infrequent deep cleans.
Match the agent to the deposit — alkaline for organic biofilm, acid for mineral scale — and use pressure appropriate to the plate material to avoid damage.
Smooth stainless plates release deposits more readily and tolerate a wider range of cleaning chemistries than plastic alternatives.
Typical Frequency
Procedure
Assess Deposit
Identify whether the deposit is sludge, biofilm or scale.
Select Method
Choose water, alkaline or acid cleaning accordingly.
Clean the Pack
Apply at appropriate pressure across all plates.
Rinse & Neutralise
Rinse fully; neutralise chemical residues.
Verify Flow
Confirm even flow through the cleaned pack.
Need service or spare parts?
R+F supplies spare plate packs, replacement components and scheduled maintenance support for plate settler and lamella clarifier systems.