PolyGhost ADS™ Annular Dewatering System architecture establishes a new class of sludge dewatering technology based on continuous circumferential processing rather than linear belt compression or high-G centrifugal separation.

PolyGhost ADS™ Annular Dewatering System defines a continuous circumferential processing architecture engineered for progressive mechanical and optional thermally assisted solids treatment within a fully enclosed annular geometry.

KRAKEN™ powered by PolyGhost ADS™ is the first commercial embodiment of this architecture.

Unlike conventional belt filter presses or centrifuges, the KRAKEN™ system applies uniform, controlled radial pressure around an annular processing path, enabling continuous solids capture, progressive dewatering, and controlled cake discharge within a compact, fully enclosed architecture.
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The result is a step-change in footprint efficiency, enclosure, automation, and deployment flexibility allowing high-performance dewatering to be delivered as:
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• Modular inline systems
• Plug-and-play skid units
• Fully containerized, emergency-ready solutions
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Mechanical + Thermal Process Architecture
 
Designed from the ground up as a platform, ASD™ integrates:
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• Polymer activation
• Sludge conditioning
• Circumferential mechanical dewatering
• Enclosed solids handling
• Automation and process control
• Thermally assisted post-press drying capability.
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Through integration of a jacketed U-trough screw conveyor positioned downstream of the annular press zone, ASD™ can apply controlled thermal energy (steam, hot oil, or alternative heat transfer media) directly to the conveyed sludge cake.
 
 
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• Additional moisture reduction beyond mechanical limits
• Thermal conditioning during conveyance
• Bidirectional heated discharge capability
• Hybrid mechanical-thermal performance within a unified enclosure
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No conventional belt filter press integrates thermal drying within its discharge architecture.

No decanter centrifuge offers integrated post-press thermal enhancement within the same process stack.
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A Platform, Not a Machine
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ASD™ eliminates legacy bottlenecks, reduces chemical and energy demand, and redefines how sludge dewatering systems are engineered, deployed, and scaled.
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It is not a retrofit concept.
It is not an incremental improvement.
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ASD™ establishes a new dewatering category:

A modular mechanical-thermal sludge processing architecture.
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2026 PATENT PENDING TECHNOLOGY

The KRAKEN™ unit is an enclosed annular sludge dewatering system designed around continuous circumferential processing rather than linear belt paths or high-G rotational separation.
 
Sludge is introduced into a 360° annular dewatering zone, where progressive mechanical pressure is applied uniformly along the circumferential path.
 
This geometry enables controlled dewatering without relying on extended machine length or extreme rotational speeds.
 
A defining feature of the unit is its integrated central solids collection and conveying system.

Dewatered solids are discharged radially inward and collected at the center of the press, where a built-in conveyor enables bidirectional discharge, simultaneous container filling, and flexible site layouts.
 
The system can optionally incorporate a thermally assisted conveying module, including a jacketed U-trough screw conveyor capable of transferring thermal energy (steam, hot oil, or other heat transfer media) to the dewatered cake during discharge.

This enables post-press moisture reduction beyond mechanical limits, providing an integrated mechanical-thermal solids conditioning architecture within the same enclosed system.
 
This configuration combining circumferential mechanical dewatering with optional in-line thermal enhancement is not achievable within conventional belt filter press or centrifuge architectures.
 
The system is fully enclosed, supporting odor control, operator safety, and containerized or modular deployment.

Capacity scaling is achieved through geometry and modular repetition, rather than by increasing belt length or rotational energy.
 
The result is a compact, infrastructure-ready mechanical-thermal dewatering platform that operates as a third architectural class alongside belt filter presses and decanter centrifuges.

 
2026 PATENT PENDING TECHNOLOGY

The KRAKEN™ ADS Plug-and-Play Systems are fully integrated sludge dewatering platforms built around PolyGhost’s proprietary, patent-pending Annular Sludge Dewatering (ASD™) architecture.
 
Each system is engineered as a self-contained, modular dewatering platform, designed to be delivered, connected, and commissioned with minimal site disruption.
 
Unlike conventional installations that require extensive civil works, multiple vendors, and complex field integration, KRAKEN Plug-and-Play Systems consolidate conditioning, dewatering, solids handling, thermal enhancement, and discharge into a single coordinated platform.
 
At the core of each system is the KRAKEN™ annular dewatering module, enabling continuous circumferential pressure application within a fully enclosed geometry.
 
This architecture supports compact layouts, centralized solids collection, controlled discharge, scalable throughput, and optional thermal post-press enhancement without the length, exposure, and fragmentation of traditional belt filter presses, and without the energy intensity of centrifuges.

KRAKEN™ Plug-and-Play System Configuration: 

OCTOPUS® OCTOBLOK™ Polymer Activation Systems
All-in-one pneumatic polymer dosing, mixing, activation, aging, and inline sludge maceration, eliminating external mixers and standalone dosing pumps while protecting downstream processes.
 
OCTOPUS DOSIMACERATOR™ Inline Sludge Maceration & Protection
Continuous sludge poly-conditioning and debris maceration for upstream protection, ensuring stable annular dewatering performance and long-term belt integrity.
 
GHOST® Progressive Cavity Pumps
Heavy-duty, low-shear progressive cavity pumping systems for precise and stable transfer of sludge, polymer, and solids across the PolyGhost® platform.
 
KRAKEN™ ASD Annular Dewatering Modules
Proprietary, patent-pending Annular Sludge Dewatering (ASD™) units applying continuous circumferential mechanical pressure within an enclosed geometry.
 
Modules are sized and staged to match process demand and enable centralized, automated sludge collection and controlled solids discharge directly from the annular dewatering core, supporting programmable, bidirectional, and enclosed solids handling.
 
KRAKEN ADS Central Conveyance & Thermal Discharge Systems
Integrated shaftless spiral U-trough conveyors engineered for centralized solids extraction from the annular core.
 
These systems provide:
• Bidirectional cake discharge capability
• Simultaneous dual-container loading
• Enclosed solids transfer
• Modular routing flexibility
 
Optional configurations include jacketed thermal conveyance modules, allowing controlled heat transfer (steam, hot oil, or alternative media) during cake transport to enhance post-press moisture reduction.
 
This enables the KRAKEN™ platform to operate as a mechanical-thermal hybrid dewatering architecture, extending performance beyond conventional mechanical separation systems.
 
GHOST Scooper VAULT™ Robotic and Enclosed Transport & Discharge Systems
Fully enclosed robotic solids distribution and discharge for containerized loading or direct-to-haul transport, minimizing odor, spillage, fugitive emissions, and operator exposure.
 
GHOST™ Automatic Self-Cleaning Centrate Filtration
Inegrated self-cleaning filtration systems designed to recover residual sludge particles from centrate streams, improving centrate clarity and overall process efficiency.
 
Integrated Instrumentation & Flow Control
Inline flow meters, automated control and isolation valves, pressure and level sensors, and coordinated process instrumentation across all system stages.
 
Schneider Electric® Control & Automation Platforms
Centralized PLC, HMI, and remote monitoring architectures enabling synchronized operation, real-time data visibility, diagnostics, and seamless SCADA integration.
 
Flexible Deployment Formats
 
Factory-integrated systems delivered as:
• Single deployable skids
• ISO containerized units
• Trailer-mounted platforms
 
Suitable for permanent, temporary, mobile, or emergency applications.
KRAKEN™ ADS Plug-and-Play Systems transform sludge dewatering from a site-specific construction project into deployable process infrastructure.
PolyGhost is not a product.

It is a sludge dewatering platform.

The KRAKEN™ ADS GRID is a modular annular sludge dewatering system architecture configured to process sludge through continuous circumferential dewatering while enabling scalable capacity through the interconnection of multiple standardized dewatering modules.
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The system is composed of one or more KRAKEN™ ADS Modules, each forming a fully enclosed annular belt dewatering unit in which conditioned sludge is conveyed along a closed circumferential path. As sludge advances around the annular geometry, free water is removed through gravity drainage and progressively increasing mechanical pressure is applied by converging belt interfaces, resulting in controlled and uniform dewatering without reliance on extended linear frames or high-speed rotational forces.
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Multiple ADS Modules may be interconnected within the GRID to operate as a coordinated system. Overall throughput is increased by adding modules in parallel rather than by increasing machine length, belt speed, or rotational energy.
 
This modular architecture enables phased expansion, redundancy, and flexible site layouts while maintaining consistent process behavior across scales.
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A defining feature of the ADS GRID is its centralized solids discharge and integrated conveying architecture, whereby dewatered sludge is discharged radially inward from each annular module and transferred directly to a central conveyor system. This configuration enables bidirectional discharge, shared solids handling infrastructure, and compact plant arrangements that are not achievable with conventional linear belt filter presses or decanter centrifuges.
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The ADS GRID supports enclosed operation and may be deployed in containerized, skid-mounted, or permanent installations. By governing performance through geometry and modular repetition, the system avoids the mechanical escalation, wear intensity, and operational constraints associated with traditional sludge dewatering technologies.
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Accordingly, the KRAKEN™ ADS GRID represents a distinct architectural class of sludge dewatering, positioned alongside belt filter presses and centrifuges, and is suited for facilities requiring scalable capacity, compact footprints, and infrastructure-ready deployment.

2026 PATENT PENDING TECHNOLOGY
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All-in-One Polymer Dosing, Mixing & Circumferential Injection System
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The Octopus® DOSIRING is an all-in-one polymer dosing, mixing, and circumferential injection system that integrates a progressive cavity dosing pump directly into the DOSIRING architecture, following the Octopus® DOSIMIX patented design platform (2025).
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Unlike conventional polymer injection systems that require separate dosing pumps, mixing chambers, injection manifolds, and check-valve assemblies, the DOSIRING performs polymer metering, dilution, activation, and uniform circumferential distribution within a single compact unit.
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By combining the proven DOSIMIX all-in-one pump architecture with a ring-based injection reactor, the DOSIRING delivers precisely activated polymer uniformly around the process stream while eliminating external mixers, polymer feed sludge valves, injection quills, and multi-line manifolds.
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Key Benefits
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• Integrated progressive cavity pump based on the Octopus® DOSIMIX patented architecture

• True all-in-one polymer dosing, mixing, and injection system

• 360° circumferential polymer distribution for uniform conditioning

• Eliminates external dosing pumps, mixers, injection valves, and check-valve arrays

• Controlled, low-shear activation to preserve polymer performance

• Compact, modular, and retrofit-friendly design

• Suitable for inline, vertical, drum-mounted, or tote-mounted installations

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2025 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

The Octopus® DOSIMIX Pump is a pneumatic or electric driven integrated all-in-one polymer dosing and mixing system that combines precise polymer metering, controlled dilution, and inline activation within a single compact unit.
 
Designed to eliminate traditional polymer make-down tanks, mixers, and external blending equipment, the DOSIMIX Pump delivers consistently activated polymer directly to the process.
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Unlike conventional systems that separate dosing, mixing, and aging into multiple components, the DOSIMIX Pump performs dosing and mixing internally, ensuring repeatable polymer quality while dramatically reducing footprint, complexity, and operator intervention.
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Key Benefits
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• All-in-one polymer dosing and mixing in a single unit

• Eliminates polymer make-down tanks and external mixers

• Precise dosing independent of system pressure

• Controlled mixing that preserves polymer molecular integrity

• Compact, skid-mounted or standalone installation

• Reduced capital cost, operating cost, and startup time

• Pneumatic  version - Plug air. Press play. Polymer activated.

• Electric  version - available

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2025 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

Integrated Drum-Mounted Polymer Dosing & Activation System
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The Octopus DOSIMIX Drum is a compact, drum-mounted polymer dosing and activation system engineered to deliver fully conditioned polymer directly from the source container into the sludge process without external dilution skids, static mixers, or complex piping.
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Built on the patented Octopus DOSIMIX progressive cavity pumping architecture, the system combines accurate polymer dosing, controlled shear activation, and inline delivery in a single, all-in-one unit mounted directly on standard polymer drums.
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By eliminating traditional dilution panels, check-valve injection trees, and multiple transfer steps, the DOSIMIX Drum reduces polymer waste, minimizes maintenance, and ensures consistent polymer performance from startup to empty drum.
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Key Features & Advantages

• All-in-one dosing and activation

  • Progressive cavity pump with controlled shear mixing

• Drum-mounted, compact footprint

  • No external skids or polymer rooms required

• Consistent polymer activation

  • Stable viscosity and repeatable performance

• Reduced polymer consumption

  • Precise dosing directly from the source

• Fast installation & retrofit-ready

  • Ideal for upgrades and decentralized dosing points

• Platform-ready

  • Seamlessly integrates with DOSIMACERATOR, DOSIRING, and KRAKEN systems

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Typical Applications

• Sludge dewatering polymer preparation

• Small to mid-scale treatment plants

• Decentralized or mobile dewatering systems

• Retrofit of legacy polymer dilution systems

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2025 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

IBC-Mounted Polymer Dosing & Activation System
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The Octopus DOSIMIX TOTE is an integrated polymer dosing and activation system engineered to mount directly on standard IBC / tote containers, transforming bulk polymer storage into a self-contained conditioning and delivery platform.
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Based on the patented Octopus DOSIMIX progressive cavity pumping technology, the system combines accurate polymer metering, controlled shear activation, and inline delivery in a single, compact unit. By eliminating traditional dilution skids, multi-line injection valves, and external mixers, the DOSIMIX TOTE simplifies polymer handling while delivering consistent, high-performance polymer activation.
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The vertical mounting configuration allows efficient operation across full and partial tote volumes, making the system ideal for high-consumption dewatering applications and centralized polymer supply points.
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Key Features & Advantages
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• All-in-one dosing and activation

  • Progressive cavity pump with controlled shear conditioning

• Direct tote mounting

  • No polymer room, dilution skid, or transfer pumps required

• Consistent polymer performance

  • Stable activation from full tote to empty

• Reduced chemical consumption

  • Precise metering and optimized mixing energy

• Compact, low-maintenance design

  • Fewer valves, hoses, and failure points

• Platform integration

  • Compatible with DOSIMACERATOR, DOSIRING, and KRAKEN™ systems

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Typical Applications

• Medium to large sludge dewatering systems

• Belt presses, centrifuges, and screw presses

• Centralized polymer dosing stations

• Retrofit of legacy polymer make-down systems

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The Octopus DOSIMIX TOTE turns an IBC into a complete polymer dosing and activation system.
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2025 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

​Powered by the patented OCTOPUS DOSIMIX® technology, the COMMAND station enables precise polymer handling from multiple drums while ensuring consistent activation, stable flow, and seamless integration with downstream sludge conditioning and dewatering processes.
 
KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Centralized multi-drum operation from a single command station

• Patented OCTOPUS DOSIMIX® mixing & dosing technology

• Reduced footprint and simplified chemical room layouts

• Improved polymer consistency and reduced waste

• Fast drum changeover with minimal operator intervention

• Designed for integration with DOSIMACERATOR™, DOSIRING™, and KRAKEN™ systems

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“A centralized polymer dosing and activation command station incorporating OCTOPUS DOSIMIX technology…” by PolyGhost Technologies
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2025 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

The Octopus® DOSIMACERATOR integrates controlled inline maceration and polymer conditioning into a single unified device, designed to protect downstream pumps while dramatically improving polymer activation efficiency.
 
By reducing oversized solids and stabilizing sludge rheology before polymer introduction, the DOSIMACERATOR creates an optimal conditioning environment that eliminates clogging, minimizes shear damage, and extends equipment life.
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Unlike conventional systems that rely on polymer feed sludge valves, multi-point injection manifolds, and check-valve assemblies, the DOSIMACERATOR replaces these components entirely by conditioning sludge internally and enabling controlled, single-point or annular polymer introduction without backflow risk.
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Key Benefits
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• Replaces polymer feed sludge valves and injection manifolds

• Inline maceration without external grinders or macerators

• Eliminates polymer injection quills and check-valve arrays

• Protects downstream pumps and reduces maintenance

• Improves polymer performance, activation consistency, and solids capture

• Compact, modular, and retrofit-friendly design

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2026 USPTO PATENT PENDING TECHNOLOGY

The OCTOBLOK Pneumatic Polymer Activation Module
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Plug air. Press play. Polymer activated.
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The OCTOBLOK™ is PolyGhost’s pneumatic liquid polymer activation and dosing module, built around the OCTOPUS® Dosi-Mix architecture.
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It is the world’s first non-electric, all-in-one Dosi-Mix pump, combining polymer dosing, mixing, activation, and aging into a single enclosed unit powered entirely by compressed air.
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No VFDs.
No electrical panels.
No external mixers.
No standalone dosing pumps.
Just air and chemistry under control.
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What makes OCTOPUS® different
The OCTOPUS® is not a mixer paired with a pump.
It is both driven by the same pneumatic or electric motor.
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This unified drive architecture eliminates 100% of external dosing pumps while ensuring perfectly synchronized mixing and dosing, something conventional systems cannot achieve.
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Core Functions (All in One Module)
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Each OCTOBLOK™ integrates:

• Blending chamber

• Mixing reactor

• Mixing and aging cups

• Internal mixers

• Progressive cavity dosing pump

• Pneumatic (or electric) drive motor

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All contained within a compact, enclosed, industrial housing.
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2025 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

Ghost Scooper Robots™ are automated material distribution systems designed to handle dry sludge, screenings, grit, and bulk solids where traditional augers, pumps, and manual labor fail.
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Using a patented rotary scooping and projection mechanism, Ghost Scooper Robots mechanically engage material and distribute it accurately and reliably without long screws, belts, or internal conveying paths that clog, wear, or jam.
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The result is safer operation, lower maintenance, and precise material placement in containers, vaults, and processing areas.
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Key Benefits:

• No augers, no pumps, no suction lines

• Handles raggy, gritty, and irregular materials

• Reduces manual labor and confined-space exposure

• Simple, robust, low-maintenance design

• Easy integration with conveyors, silos and containers

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2026 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

Ghost Scooper Vault is an automated, enclosed container filling system designed to evenly distribute dry sludge, biosolids, screenings, grit, and bulk solids without augers, conveyors, or internal moving parts.
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Using patented rotary distribution technology, the Vault breaks dense slugs and spreads material end-to-end and side-to-side inside the container, automatically leveling the load and maximizing usable volume.
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The result is fewer change-outs, lower power consumption, minimal maintenance, and safer operation with no confined-space entry.
Ghost Scooper Vault™ automates container filling using rotary distribution technology eliminating augers, maximizing volume, and keeping operators out of the container.
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Smart containers and silos with Even fills. Zero hassle.

2026 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

GHOST Inline Sludge Thickeners

Compact. Continuous. Geometry-driven thickening.
 
The GHOST™ Inline Sludge Thickeners are compact, high-efficiency systems designed to increase sludge solids concentration while maintaining fluid-like behavior for downstream transport and processing.
 
Unlike conventional gravity belt thickeners or rotary drum thickeners, Ghost Inline Thickeners operate in a fully enclosed, inline configuration, reducing sludge volume without converting it into a difficult-to-handle solid phase.
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The result: less water, less volume, same pumpable sludge.
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How It Works
Sludge enters the Ghost Thickener as a low-solids stream and passes through an internal separation geometry that concentrates solids while continuously releasing centrate.
 
Thickened sludge exits at higher solids concentration, while clarified centrate is discharged separately.
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This controlled inline process increases solids concentration and reduces total sludge volume without requiring large footprints, open tanks, or gravity-based separation.
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Key Advantages

• Performs the function of a gravity belt thickener or rotary drum thickener

• Requires up to 75% less space than conventional thickening technologies

• Fully enclosed, inline operation

• Maintains sludge in a liquid, pumpable state

• Continuous operation with minimal civil works

• Ideal for retrofit and space-constrained facilities

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Operational Value
Ghost Inline Sludge Thickeners are especially effective for facilities that haul sludge between treatment plants or off-site for further processing.
By thickening sludge before transport, facilities haul solids instead of water, reducing hauling frequency, fuel costs, and overall operating expenses — every day, on every load.
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2026 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

PELICANNO Conveyance & Solids Handling Systems

Pelicanno Conveyors delivers robust dry bulk material conveyance, storage, and solids handling systems serving the municipal water and wastewater, industrial, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage sectors across Puerto Rico.

With over 40 installed systems in active operation, Pelicanno provides proven mechanical infrastructure for the controlled handling of dry polymers, powders, grease, grit, screenings, and dewatered sludge, making it a natural extension of the PolyGhost platform.

Core Technology Portfolio
Pelicanno systems include a comprehensive range of mechanical solids handling equipment:

• Shafted and Shaftless Screw Conveyors
  Designed for dewatered sludge, screenings, and dry bulk materials, including heavy-duty shaftless spirals with UHMW-lined U-troughs for abrasive and sticky solids applications.

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• Dewatered Sludge Conveying Systems
  Horizontal and inclined conveyor assemblies with centralized collection hoppers, emergency stops, and structural support frames engineered for continuous duty downstream of dewatering equipment.

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• Dry Polymer & Powder Storage and Conveyance
  Screw feeders, live-bin silos, and controlled discharge systems for dry polymer preparation and bulk powder handling.

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• Vertical Fine Screens & Mechanical Screens
  For pump stations, tank inlets, and debris interception.

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• Grit Separation & Hydrocyclone Systems
  Including grit separators and high-efficiency hydrocyclones for inert solids removal.

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• The Pelicanno™ GritLift™ Gen-2 is an advanced, simplified vortex grit removal system developed by PolyGhost Technologies to retrofit existing grit chambers and replace complex, failure-prone grit pumps, submerged impellers, and vacuum priming systems.

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• Supernatant & Grease Separation Systems
  Engineered separators for grease, floatables, and supernatant management.

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• Diverter Gates & Flow Distribution Hardware
  Mechanical gates and routing components for controlled solids direction and redundancy.

GHOST™ Automatic Self-Cleaning Filters
PolyGhost Automatic Self-Cleaning Filters are advanced filtration systems designed to continuously separate and remove solids from liquid streams without interrupting operation.

At the core of this innovation is a patented architecture titled: “Automatic Self-Cleaning Filter Driven by Submersible Actuator.”
 

This technology employs a submersible actuator-driven brush/auger mechanism that continuously cleans the filter mesh during operation.
 
By eliminating the need for external drives, backwash cycles, or manual intervention, the system delivers efficient, reliable, and low-maintenance filtration across demanding applications.

Target Industries

• Water & Wastewater Treatment

• Industrial Processing

• Food & Beverage

• Energy & Mining

Key Benefits

• Automatic self-cleaning operation
  Continuous mesh cleaning reduces downtime, operator intervention, and maintenance costs.

• Dual-outlet architecture
  Clean liquid and collected solids are discharged separately for improved process control.

• Versatile configuration
  Adaptable for standard filtration, centrate polishing, or sludge thickening applications.

• Enclosed, actuator-driven design
  Fewer moving parts, no external motors, and improved reliability in harsh environments.

2025 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

PolyGhosT HammerHeads
High-Flow Polymer Conditioning & Distribution Systems
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The HammerHeads are high-capacity, patent-protected polymer conditioning and sludge distribution systems engineered to deliver instantaneous, uniform poly-conditioned sludge to multiple dewatering machines operating simultaneously.
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HammerHeads are designed for facilities running multiple belt filter presses or decanter centrifuges at once, and for plants handling extreme sludge feed flows from 1,000 GPM to over 10,000 GPM without compromising polymer activation, mixing quality, or process stability.
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What Makes HammerHeads Different
Unlike conventional polymer systems that rely on localized dosing and downstream mixing, HammerHeads centralize polymer activation, conditioning, and distribution upstream of all mechanical separation equipment.
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Sludge is fed directly into the HammerHeads, where it is poly-conditioned instantaneously before being evenly distributed to all downstream presses or centrifuges without additional mixers, secondary polymer injection points, or individual machine adjustments.
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The result is balanced, repeatable, and fully controlled poly-conditioned sludge across the entire dewatering train.
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Patented Technology
The PolyGhost HammerHeads are protected by multiple USPTO patents (2020, 2023) and represent a new class of high-flow dosing and mixing architecture not previously available in sludge dewatering applications.
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Ideal Applications

• Facilities operating 2 to 10+ belt filter presses or centrifuges concurrently

• High-flow sludge feed systems (1,000–10,000+ GPM)

• Continuous, non-stop dewatering operations

• Plants seeking centralized polymer control and reduced operator intervention

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Integrated System Architecture
Each HammerHead skid integrates the following subsystems into one coordinated platform:
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1. OCTOPUS Progressive Cavity Dosing Pump
High-precision neat polymer dosing using PolyGhost’s proprietary Octopus architecture.
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2. Neat Polymer & Dilution Water Mixing Reactor
Integrated high-shear mixing for controlled polymer dilution and homogenization.
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3. PolyGhost Activator System
Polymer activation, mixing, and aging reactor featuring:
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• Integrated high-shear mixers

• Activation cup with static mixing and final aging zone

• Submersible IP68 electric motor (2–25 HP)

• Single motor driving:

  • Polymer dosing pump

  • Octopus mixers

  • Activation mixers

• VFD control for polymer feed rate and mixing intensity

• Submersible motors by Grundfos® or Franklin Electric

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4. Intermediary Check Valve
Prevents sludge or filtrate backflow into the activation system.
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5. HammerHead Polymer–Sludge Mixing Reactor
Dedicated contact zone where activated polymer solution and sludge feed are combined under controlled conditions.
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6. HammerHead Poly-Conditioned Sludge Distributors
Even, balanced distribution of conditioned sludge to multiple presses or centrifuges.
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7. Optional HammerHead Mixer / Macerator
Additional conditioning or debris protection where required.
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Operational Outcome
From the HammerHeads, fully poly-conditioned sludge is delivered directly to belt filter presses or decanter centrifuges:

• No additional polymer injection points

• No secondary mixing equipment

• No machine-by-machine polymer adjustments

 
Every downstream dewatering unit receives consistent, controlled, and optimized sludge feed.
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Why HammerHeads Matter
HammerHeads give operators absolute control over:

• Polymer dosing

• Polymer activation

• Polymer-sludge contact

• Poly-conditioned sludge quality

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…at scales and flow rates no conventional system can reliably manage.​​

MANTA Inline Oil/Water Centrifugal Separator

Advanced inline separation architecture under development.

The MANTA Oil/Water Centrifugal Separator is a next-generation inline separation technology designed to redefine how oil and water are separated in compact, enclosed systems.

MANTA introduces a first-of-its-kind architecture that integrates submersible high-speed motors directly inside the separation chamber, operating in direct contact with the separated liquids.
 
Unlike conventional centrifuges that rely on external drives, shafts, and seals, the MANTA system converts PolyGhost’s proprietary blending chamber into a high-efficiency oil/water separation chamber.
At the core of the system is a high-speed submersible motor, capable of operating across a wide speed range from 2,000 RPM up to 12,000 RPM driving an internal high-speed disc separation assembly.
 
The disc stack incorporates multiple oil and water distribution chambers, enabling controlled centrifugal separation within a compact inline footprint.

The architecture eliminates traditional mechanical complexity while enabling continuous inline operation, reduced footprint, and simplified integration into process pipelines.

Key Conceptual Advantages

• Inline centrifugal oil/water separation

• Submersible motor operating directly within the separation chamber

• No external shafts, couplings, or dynamic seals

• High-speed disc separation with staged oil and water outlets

• Compact, enclosed geometry suitable for modular platforms

• Designed for integration with PolyGhost process systems

Development Status
The MANTA™ Oil/Water Centrifugal Separator is currently under development as part of PolyGhost’s ongoing expansion into platform-level fluid separation technologies.

2025 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

CAT-5 Jet Propulsion Dry Powder Dissolution System
 
The CAT-5 Jet Propulsion Dry Powder Dissolution System is a high-performance inline powder dissolution and mixing technology engineered to instantaneously disperse dry powders into liquids, producing a homogeneous blend under extreme flow and operating conditions.
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Developed for demanding environments such as oil & gas, mining, fracking, and municipal water and wastewater treatment, the CAT-5 system delivers reliable, continuous mixing where conventional eductors, wetting cones, or batch tanks fail.
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Core Technology
At the heart of the CAT-5 system is PolyGhost’s USPTO-patented (2023) Jet Propulsion Mixing Technology, integrated directly into the dissolution chamber.
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This architecture uses controlled jet propulsion to:

• Instantly wet and disperse dry powders

• Eliminate clumping, fisheyes, and incomplete dissolution

• Maintain consistent slurry quality at high flow rates

• Operate inline without large retention tanks or batch delays

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The result is fast, uniform, and repeatable dissolution even for difficult-to-handle powders.
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Materials & Applications
The CAT-5 system is engineered to handle a wide range of dry powders, including:

• Dry polymers

• Calcium hydroxide

• Hydrated lime (Ca(OH)₂)

• Soda ash

• PAC (Powdered Activated Carbon)

• Sugars

• Additives

• Cosmetic and specialty powders

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System Architecture
CAT-5 units can be deployed as:

• Standalone inline dissolution modules, or

• Fully integrated skid-mounted systems including:

  • Powder feeding and hopper systems

  • Control panels

  • Instrumentation and flow control

  • Automation and safety interlocks

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The system is designed for continuous, high-flow operation in harsh, abrasive, and corrosive environments.
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Operational Advantages

• Instantaneous powder wetting and dissolution

• Inline operation with minimal footprint

• No batch tanks or long aging delays required

• High-flow capability with stable output quality

• Rugged design for industrial-duty service

• Seamless integration with PolyGhost platforms

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2024 USPTO Patented Technology

PolyGhost liquid polymer activation systems are engineered platforms designed to deliver precise, repeatable, and fully hydrated polymer solutions for sludge conditioning, thickening, dewatering, and solids separation applications.

Unlike conventional dilution skids that rely on simple static mixing and uncontrolled residence time, PolyGhost systems apply controlled energy input, optimized flow dynamics, and programmable activation sequencing to maximize polymer performance while minimizing chemical consumption.

Key Capabilities

• Controlled dilution and activation of liquid polymer concentrates

• Engineered mixing geometries for optimized molecular chain extension

• Adjustable residence time and hydration control

• Automated flow, ratio, and dosing control

• Skid-mounted and containerized configurations

• Integration-ready with dewatering presses, centrifuges, thickeners, and ADS™ platforms

Performance Benefits
• Improved floc formation and stability
• Reduced polymer usage
• More consistent sludge conditioning
• Enhanced downstream dewatering performance
• Lower operating costs

Platform Integration
PolyGhost liquid polymer activation systems are designed as modular components within a broader sludge processing architecture.
 
They integrate seamlessly with:

• Inline maceration and conditioning systems

• Thickening and separation equipment

• Annular Sludge Dewatering (ADS™) platforms

• Fully automated plug-and-play sludge handling skids

PolyGhost polymer activation systems do not simply dilute chemicals they optimize molecular performance to improve the entire sludge processing chain.

2020 USPTO PATENTED TECHNOLOGY

PolyGhost centrifuge sludge dewatering skids are fully integrated, pre-engineered systems designed to deliver rapid deployment, operational consistency, and infrastructure-ready performance for municipal and industrial sludge applications.

Rather than supplying standalone centrifuges, PolyGhost engineers complete process skids that integrate polymer activation, inline conditioning, feed control, decanter centrifuge separation, solids conveyance, automation, and enclosure into a single coordinated system.

What Makes Them Different

PolyGhost skids eliminate fragmented installations and site-built assemblies by delivering:

• Integrated liquid polymer activation systems

• Inline sludge maceration and controlled poly-conditioning

• Optimized centrifuge feed regulation

• Decanter centrifuge solids-liquid separation

• Enclosed cake discharge and conveyance

• Automation and remote monitoring capability

• Modular skid or containerized configurations
 
Every subsystem is engineered to operate as part of a unified process architecture not as independent equipment pieces.

Operational Advantages
• Faster installation and commissioning
• Reduced on-site engineering complexity
• Consistent sludge feed conditioning
• Improved centrate clarity
• Lower polymer consumption
• Cleaner and safer operator environment
• Scalable capacity through modular replication

Deployment Flexibility

PolyGhost centrifuge skids can be delivered as:

• Fixed plant installations

• Transportable skid systems

• Fully containerized plug-and-play units

• Emergency or temporary bypass systems
This enables municipalities and industrial operators to deploy high-performance centrifuge dewatering without lengthy construction timelines.

Strategic Positioning

PolyGhost does not manufacture centrifuges.
PolyGhost engineers the process environment that allows centrifuges to perform at their highest potential.

These systems represent the mechanical separation branch of the PolyGhost sludge processing platform operating alongside ADS™ (Annular Sludge Dewatering) architecture and integrated thermal-enhanced systems.