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Water Treatment · October 11, 2026

How is the jar test conducted to determine the iron(III) chloride dosage at your plant?

A practical, step-by-step guide to conducting a turbidity test on your plant’s water: preparing the stock solution, designing the dose series, mixing and settling conditions, what to measure, and how to interpret the results. It concludes with cautions regarding the transition from the laboratory to actual operation.

Water Treatment · October 11, 2026

Phosphorus Removal from Wastewater: The Role of Iron(III) Chloride

The article explains why legislation sets limits on phosphorus in wastewater, how ferric chloride chemically removes it, where it is added in the treatment plant, and how to interpret the iron-to-phosphorus ratio. It also illustrates the effect of this addition on alkalinity, pH, and sludge, and briefly compares it to biological removal.

Water Treatment · October 10, 2026

Iron(III) Chloride vs. Aluminum Sulfate (Alum) in Water Coagulation: How Do You Choose the Right Coagulant?

A comparative analysis of iron(III) chloride and aluminum sulfate (alum) in terms of pH range, alkali consumption, sludge production, corrosion, and operational requirements. Helps water plant operators and buyers make an informed selection decision before conducting a field test.