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SOUTH AFRICAN OEM · EST. 1981

South Africa’s OEM for Dewatering, Filter Press & Electrowinning Equipment.

We are the leading South African OEM specializing in dewatering equipment and electrowinning equipment, including filter presses, thickeners and electrorefining systems. We offer our customers non-generic, fit-for-purpose filter press and dewatering plant solutions, ensuring improved ROIs through our flexible capital and rental options.

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Filtaquip filter press dewatering plant in South Africa

CAPABILITY

Filter presses to 35 TPH dry solids — capital, rental or BOOT.

TRUSTED BY
Years engineering solid/liquid separation
45
Filter press throughput, dry solids basis
35 TPH
Filter cake moisture content
<25%
Operate & maintain cover on rental plant
24/7/365
Service lines, design to commissioning
7
DIRECT LINES

Get In Touch With Us

Speak to the engineer who handles your application. No call centre, no forms required.
GENERAL MANAGER: SALES & TECHNICAL

Christo van Niekerk

+27 (0)73 710 2438
SALES MANAGER

Malcolm Thomas

+27 (0)74 447 7107
AFTERSALES & ELECTROWINNING

Rick Ramdari

+27 (0)79 882 3281
OFFICE · JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA

Head Office

+27 (0)11 397 2121Info@filtaquip.com

SERVICES

Solid/liquid separation, tank house and turnkey plant.

TECHNICAL SALES: +27 (0)73 710 2438

01

Solid / Liquid Separation / Dewatering Plant & Equipment

  • Filter Presses — High pressure, fast clearing, fully automatic
  • Thickeners — Ultra high rate, CCD, high density/paste, fully automated
  • Coagulant Plants — Flocculant/coagulant making and dosing, fully automated
  • Ancillaries — High pressure washers, tanks, seal water systems, high pressure pumps
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02

Rentals, Service Contracts (O&M) and BOOT Options

  • Rentals: Fully mobile rental solutions
  • Operate and Maintain contracts: Worry free, high throughput, operations
  • Build-own-operate-transfer: Comprehensive service from start to finish
  • Financing: Tailored financial solutions to suit every need and budget.
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03

Tank House & Electrowinning / Electrorefining Equipment

  • Cathode Blanks — Stainless Steel 316L, aluminium and duplex stainless steels. Solid high conductivity hanger bars.
  • Busbars for EW cells — High conductivity, maximum efficiency
  • Cathode and Anode Frames — Specialised for nickel, cobalt and manganese
  • Edge Strips — Various types tailored to your requirements
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04

After-Sales and Maintenance / Refurbishment Services

  • Spares and Wares: For all OEM and non-OEM dewatering related equipment
  • Service level agreements: Routine inspections ensuring optimal performance
  • Refurbishment: OEM and non-OEM refurbishment and replacements
  • Plant Inspections: Inspect and consult services for plant optimization
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05

Lump Sum Turnkey Solutions, Design, Fabrication, Erection and Commissioning

  • Design and Engineering: Custom designs tailored to client specifications
  • Fabrication: In-house fabrication to highest standards to ensure competitive edge
  • Services: Civils, SMPP, EPCM, electrical, delivery, erection, full LSTK solution
  • Commissioning: On site hot commissioning, training and optimization
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06

Slurry Pumps, Filter Plates and Filter Cloth

  • Slurry pumps: High pressure pump systems, high abrasion and chemical resistant
  • Filter Plates: High- and low-pressure plates, membrane squeeze, PVDF, gasketed
  • Filter Cloth: Expertly selected for a vast variety of applications and materials
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07

Laboratory and Pilot Test Work and Consulting Services

  • Laboratory testing: Feasibility studies for small slurry samples
  • Pilot testing: On and off site for expert equipment selection
  • Consulting: Assessing new & existing applications for optimized plant performance
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PLANT OVERVIEW

Filtaquip’s Filtered Tailings Plant

Every element of a filtered tailings plant — filter press, thickener, flocculant plant, pumps, tanks and conveyors — designed, manufactured and installed in-house.

Filtaquip filtered tailings plant overview: filter press, thickener, flocculant plant, slurry pumps, feed and filtrate tanks and filter cake conveyors
FILTER PRESSDesigned in-house, manufactured, installed and maintained for a variety of industries. THICKENERAdaptable across industries and applications for performance, reliability and simplicity. FLOCCULANT PLANTImproves overall plant performance while reducing flocculant consumption. PUMPSEasily manageable, resistant to dry runs and self priming. TANKSFeed and filtrate tanks for use in our dewatering plants. CONVEYORSDesigned, manufactured and installed for ease of filter cake handling.

CASE STUDIES

Plants in operation, measured results.

Each project is published as a full case study page, with the technical report available as a download where clients allow it.

Filter cake from Filtaquip pilot test work on scrubber dust

FILTRATION · CHEMICAL

Filtration of Scrubber Dust

Dewatering of scrubber dust slurry to a handleable, disposable filter cake with recyclable filtrate.

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RENTAL FLEET

Filtaquip Filter Press Portable Rental Unit

Did you know that Filtaquip rents portable Filter Presses and Filter Press plants, to mining and industry, based in South Africa?

What is a Filter Press plant?

This typically includes an agitated feed tank, feed pump, Filter Press mounted above ground (Clients truck or Trailer can stand beneath the Filter Press to collect the filter cakes), compressor, filtrate tank and filtrate pump. The Filter Press can also be positioned on ground level, and is fitted with discharge and collection conveyors. The plant is complete with piping, valves, and control system.

Why hire a Filter Press / Filter Press plant?

When a temporary need arises, for solid-liquid separation, such as mine tailings dam is almost full, dewatering of the water inside a mine tailings dam, an existing Filter Press will undergo a refurbishment, refurbishment of Concentrate Tower Press, batch-making of filter cake, etc.

Who will Operate & Maintain (O&M) the rental plant?

Filtaquip can provide a team of people who will O&M the plant, on a 24/7/365 basis.

Typically what throughput can these Filter Presses handle?

This is application dependant, and can go up to 35 TPH (dry solids basis).

Who can I contact? You’re welcome to contact us on +27 (0)11 397 2121 or Info@filtaquip.com.

RENTALS, O&M & BOOT
Filtaquip portable filter press rental unit on site

ABOUT US

Delivering Quality Service to Meet Technical Goals

Welcome to Filtaquip, your trusted partner for innovative mineral processing and filtered tailings solutions. We specialize in providing comprehensive turnkey systems tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. From ISO-standard tailing processing and electrowinning systems to tank-housing solutions, we manufacture and supply a wide range of high-quality equipment, including Filter Presses, Filter Plates, Cathodes, Anode Stripping Machines, Thickeners/Concentrators, Flocculant/Reagent Plants, and more.

We’ve Been Building For Over 45 Years

With 45 years of experience, Filtaquip has built its reputation on the commitment to balancing modern manufacturing with environmental responsibility. In our filter press systems, high-pressure feed pumps dewater solids from feed sludge, separating them to produce clear filtrate that can be recycled or used in further processing. The resulting filter cake, with a moisture content of less than 25%, is easy to handle and dispose of sustainably. Our solutions are engineered to optimize both operational efficiency and minimize environmental impact.

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FAQ

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What is Filtaquip’s core business focus?

Filtaquip specializes in providing advanced filtration, dewatering, and electrowinning solutions, with a strong commitment to balancing modern manufacturing needs and environmental sustainability.

How long has Filtaquip been in business?

Filtaquip has 45 years of experience in the industry, delivering high-quality solutions and services.

What types of systems does Filtaquip offer?

Filtaquip offers filter press systems, slurry pumps, dewatering plant equipment, electrowinning, and electrorefining equipment, among others.

How does Filtaquip’s filter press system work?

Filtaquip’s filter press systems use high-pressure feed pumps to dehydrate solids from feed sludge, producing clear filtrate for recycling or further processing, and a filter cake with less than 25% moisture content for easy handling.

What are the benefits of using Filtaquip’s dewatering solutions?

Filtaquip’s dewatering solutions optimize sludge management, improve efficiency, and help reduce environmental impact by producing recyclable filtrate and sustainable filter cakes.

Does Filtaquip offer after-sales support?

Yes, Filtaquip provides comprehensive after-sales services, including maintenance, support, and refurbishment services to ensure optimal performance and longevity of equipment.

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