Process Chemistry
PROCESS CHEMISTRY
Engineered Chemical Solutions for Sustainable Water and Waste Management
SciDev’s process chemistry solutions are engineered to optimise water treatment and waste management systems across a wide range of industries. Whether you want to improve water recovery, lower operating costs, or ensure environmental compliance, our high-performance chemistries have you covered.
Industries we operate:
Mining & Mineral Processing
In mineral processing, performance variability directly impacts throughput, water recovery, and tailings management risk. We design and implement flocculant and coagulant programs that stabilise thickening circuits, improve underflow density, and maximise water recycling across commodity types.
Applications
- Thickening & clarification
- Tailings management & water recovery
- Belt filter press
- Sludge dewatering
- Process water treatment
Operational Outcomes
- Higher underflow solids and improved tailings handling
- Increased process water recovery
- Reduced reagent consumption through optimisation
- Improved filtration cycle times and cake dryness
- Lower risk of thickener upsets and torque events
Automation & Control
Our automated flocculant dosing platform, OptiFlox®, integrates real-time process monitoring to maintain thickener stability and minimise operator intervention – particularly valuable in water-constrained and remote mining environments.
Industrial & Wastewater Treatment
Water stewardship and regulatory compliance are critical across municipal and industrial operations. We provide high-performance coagulants and flocculants for clarification, sludge thickening, and dewatering processes – supporting continuous treatment performance in highly regulated environments.
Our team supports wastewater treatment facilities across metropolitan New South Wales, including operations servicing Sydney Water infrastructure. These facilities operate under strict environmental discharge requirements and require consistent, stable chemistry performance to protect receiving waterways.
Applications
- Primary and secondary clarification
- Sludge thickening
- Centrifuge and belt press dewatering
- Industrial wastewater recycling
- Effluent polishing and discharge compliance
Operational Outcomes
- Improved sludge solids capture
- Enhanced cake dryness and reduced haulage costs
- Increased water reuse rates
- Stable effluent quality within regulatory limits
- Reduced chemical consumption through optimisation
Working in Regulated Environments
Municipal treatment plants demand:
- 24/ 7 operational reliability
- Consistent sludge conditioning performance
- Rapid response to influent variability
- Strict adherence to environmental licences
Our field service teams provide on-site optimisation, jar testing, and real-time program adjustments to ensure treatment stability – particularly during wet weather events and peak load conditions.
Construction & Tunnelling
Major infrastructure and tunnelling projects generate high volumes of challenging slurry streams requiring rapid clarification and compliant discharge. Our chemistry programs support slurry separation systems, filter presses, and sedimentation plants operating under tight project timelines.
Applications
- Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) slurry treatment
- Micro tunnelling slurry separation
- Construction site water clarification
- Sediment control and discharge compliance
Operational Outcomes
- Faster solid-liquid separation and plant throughput
- Reduced disposal volumes
- Improved filter press performance
- Stabilised discharge water quality
- Lower chemical overuse through optimised dosing
Our field teams provide on-site commissioning, jar testing, and real-time program adjustment to maintain consistent performance as ground conditions vary.
Our Products
Our full range of premium flocculants and coagulants are designed to deliver unmatched solid-liquid separation and are specifically engineered to help you:
Why Our Clients Partner with Us
Team of Experts
Experts with experience in metallurgy, chemical engineering, and process management ensure optimal application of chemistry and systems.
Tailored Chemical Solutions
We design solutions tailored to each client’s challenges to maximise performance.
Enhanced Solid-Liquid Separation
Our treatments significantly improve solid-liquid separation processes, facilitating easier dewatering and lowering waste management costs.
Improved Water Use
Our chemical solutions optimise water quality and reduce the need for freshwater being brought in on-site.
“The effort SciDev has put into identifying the best floc chemistry for us has been immense. The performance and cost-saving gains have been even more immense. They have set themselves apart from other vendors through their dedication to site support and the ongoing optimisation of the entire thickener operation.”
– Mining Client
Tailor-Made Batching and Dosing Equipment:
In addition to our advanced chemical solutions, we can provide tailor-made batching and dosing equipment to complement our chemical supply. Our custom-designed systems are built to meet the specific needs of your operation, ensuring precise and efficient delivery of chemicals into your water treatment processes. Whether for dosing, mixing, or blending, our systems are engineered to maximise your operations’ efficiency and effectiveness, further enhancing the performance of our chemical treatments.
Our Commitment to Ongoing Optimisation:
Daily Technical Support: Our team provides ongoing support to optimise chemical applications, including daily site presence and assistance with trial processes.
Debottlenecking: Strategies to identify and remove process bottlenecks, leading to enhanced performance and productivity.
Optimising Throughput: We focus on advanced chemistry modifications that enhance circuit throughput while reducing treatment costs.
Engineering & Equipment Support: We assist in optimising related systems and equipment to ensure the highest operational efficiency.
Operator Training: We deliver operator training, ensuring a thorough understanding of chemical applications and troubleshooting methodologies for consistent operations.
