Industrial Services | Sludge Dewatering | Waste Processing

Industrial Services / Sludge Dewatering

Handex Industrial Services, LLC (HIS) is a nationwide provider of Pumping, Dredging, Sludge Dewatering and Treatment for industrial and process wastes. This operation includes a staff of experienced Project Managers, Operators, Technicians and Mechanics.

HIS specializes in the removal and pumping of sludge from lagoons, basins and tanks, utilizing three general methods:

Hydraulic Submersible Pumps
Pontoon Pumps
Floating Dredges

HIS processes over 40 million gallons of sludge annually, achieving volume reductions of up to 80%. The proprietary High Pressure Plate and Frame Filter Press treatment solutions we utilize are widely regarded as the most cost effective for many RCRA Hazardous Waste Streams. This liquid/solid separation technology yields the greatest volume reduction, while generating the minimum quantity of waste residue. It returns recyclable sludge byproducts, including oils or metals that can be further reclaimed, refined or recycled. In many cases, HIS clients find that the value of the raw materials to the plant pays for the cost of the sludge dewatering service.

Waste Minimization Services

When utilizing HIS, waste minimization savings may occur from:

Up to 80% volume reduction - less offsite waste transfer
Treatability testing to achieve optimum process choice and filter acids
Reduced sludge removal and pre-treatment solutions
Waste handling and disposal reductions
Cost savings from completely mobile and self-contained equipment for remote locations
Reduced treatment and discharge/disposal filtrate costs

Tank Sludge Removal & Demolition

Specialized services include the removal and processing of tank bottoms at oil refineries and industrial plants. Tank sludges processed by HIS include Crude Oil Tank sludge, F-037; API Separator sludge-048-K-052, Benzene contaminated sludges, DAF sludge storage, and mixed sludges.

Additionally, HIS has extensive experience in safely managing tank dismantling, demolition and decommissioning for both Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs) and Underground Storage Tanks (USTs).