Description
Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit
Safe, EPA-Compliant Concrete Washwater & Slurry Management
Concrete washwater is highly alkaline and contains cement fines, sand, aggregate and other contaminants that must be managed correctly to prevent environmental damage. A Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit provides a safe, practical and cost-effective solution for filtering concrete slurry directly on site, helping contractors improve housekeeping and comply with environmental regulations.
At Materials Handling Solutions (MHS), we supply heavy-duty Concrete Washwater Filtration Units for construction, civil engineering, mining and infrastructure projects throughout Perth and Western Australia. These systems make it easy to capture, filter and manage concrete washwater generated during truck washout, equipment cleaning and concrete cutting operations.
What is a Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit?
A Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit is a portable filtration system designed to separate solid waste from concrete washwater and slurry.
Concrete washwater is discharged into a heavy-duty geotextile filter bag suspended above a steel holding tank. The filter bag captures cement fines, sand, gravel and suspended concrete particles, while the filtered water passes into the tank below for testing, treatment or controlled disposal.
This simple but highly effective process helps prevent contaminated runoff from entering stormwater drains and waterways while reducing the need for off-site waste handling.
Ideal for Concrete Washout Operations
Our Concrete Washwater Filtration Units are suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Concrete truck washout
- Concrete pump washout
- Mixer and equipment cleaning
- Concrete saw cutting
- Core drilling
- Concrete grinding
- Surface grooving
- Construction site washdown
- Civil construction projects
- Infrastructure works
The system provides a dedicated washwater management station, keeping construction sites cleaner, safer and more environmentally responsible.
High-Efficiency Concrete Slurry Filtration
The filtration unit uses a purpose-designed heavy-duty geotextile filter bag capable of separating suspended particles down to approximately 80 microns.
The filtration process removes:
- Cement fines
- Sand
- Gravel
- Aggregate
- Concrete slurry
- Suspended solids
- Sediment
The durable non-woven filter media is protected by an external bulk bag, providing excellent strength while maintaining high filtration performance even in demanding construction environments.
Simple, Efficient Waste Handling
As the filter bag fills with concrete waste, it remains suspended within the steel frame for easy removal.
When replacement is required, the full filter bag can be safely lifted out using a forklift or crane, reducing manual handling and minimising downtime.
Depending on the volume and consistency of the slurry being processed, each filter bag can handle numerous concrete truck washouts before replacement is required.
Manage Wastewater On Site
Once filtered, the wastewater collects in the holding tank beneath the filter bag.
This allows contractors to:
- Test water quality
- Treat wastewater where required
- Reduce off-site disposal costs
- Improve environmental management
- Meet site environmental management plans
- Support EPA compliance requirements
Managing concrete washwater on site is often more efficient than transporting untreated slurry away for processing.
Also Ideal as a Sediment Dewatering Unit
In addition to concrete washwater filtration, the unit can also be used as a sediment dewatering station.
It is ideal for filtering sediment-laden water generated during:
- Excavation
- Earthworks
- Trenching
- Civil works
- Road construction
- Drainage projects
- Mining operations
By removing suspended solids before discharge, contractors can significantly reduce sediment runoff and improve environmental performance.
Designed for Australian Construction Sites
Every Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit is built for durability and ease of use in demanding site conditions.
Features include:
- Heavy-duty steel support frame
- Industrial enamel paint finish
- High-capacity replaceable geotextile filter bag
- Filters suspended particles to approximately 80 microns
- Large wastewater holding tank
- Standard 50mm drain valve
- Forklift pockets for easy transport
- Crane lifting lugs for site relocation
- Suspended filter bag for simple removal and replacement
Benefits of a Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit
Using a dedicated Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit helps contractors:
- Improve environmental compliance
- Reduce concrete slurry pollution
- Protect stormwater systems
- Simplify onsite waste management
- Reduce disposal costs
- Improve site safety and housekeeping
- Increase operational efficiency
- Meet project environmental requirements
Why Choose Materials Handling Solutions?
Materials Handling Solutions supplies practical equipment designed for Australian construction and industrial environments.
Our team understands the challenges of onsite concrete washwater management and can recommend the right filtration solution for projects of all sizes. Whether you’re working on commercial construction, civil infrastructure, mining or industrial developments, we can supply reliable equipment that improves productivity while helping protect the environment.
Contact Materials Handling Solutions today for expert advice and a competitive quotation on a Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit?
A Concrete Washwater Filtration Unit separates cement fines, sand, aggregate and other suspended solids from concrete washwater, allowing wastewater to be safely collected for testing, treatment or disposal.
What applications is it suitable for?
It is ideal for concrete truck washout, concrete pump cleaning, equipment washdown, saw cutting, core drilling, concrete grinding, grooving and sediment control applications.
How fine is the filtration?
The filtration bag captures suspended particles as small as 80 microns, producing significantly cleaner wastewater for further treatment or disposal.
Can the unit be moved around site?
Yes. Integrated forklift pockets and crane lifting lugs allow the unit to be easily relocated wherever washwater management is required.
Can it also be used for sediment control?
Yes. The unit doubles as a sediment dewatering station, making it suitable for filtering sediment-laden water from excavation, earthworks and civil construction projects.