Suspended Air® Flotation (SAF®) System

High-efficiency flotation technology without dissolved air
Product Group:
Screening Filtration Systems
Function:
High-efficiency solids flotation
Available Models:
CF‑25, CF‑50, CF‑125, CF‑250, CF‑500, CF‑1000, CF‑2000, CF3000

Overview

The Suspended Air® Flotation (SAF®) system, delivers exceptional clarification and solids removal using electrostatically charged micro-bubble froth — containing approximately 40% air by volume.Unlike conventional Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF), the SAF® process does not rely on gas solubility or saturation physics. Instead, it uses surface tension modification and electrostatic attraction to efficiently capture, attach, and lift suspended particles.The result is a compact, reliable, and energy-efficient flotation solution for municipal and industrial water treatment applications.

Compact design, powerful performance. SAF® systems take up 10 times less space than conventional treatment systems — delivering maximum efficiency even where footprint is limited. Ideal for facilities operating anywhere from 4.5 m³/hr to over 1,800 m³/hr. As shown below, systems can be installed in parallel configuration or retrofit existing dissolved air systems, boosting capacity and unlocking superior results. SAF® technology combines scalable design with proven clarification and thickening performance, dependable round-the-clock operation, and reduced operating costs — a smart investment for your facility.

Benefits

  • Superior particle removal efficiency through electrostatically charged micro-bubbles
  • Compact footprint with higher capacity and faster rise rates
  • Reduced chemical and energy consumption
  • Plug-and-play installation for rapid startup
  • Low maintenance and long-term durability
  • Retrofit compatibility with existing flotation systems

Key Features

  • Independent SAF® Generator produces micro-bubble froth without dissolved air
  • ClearMixer® ensures efficient particle-to-bubble contact before flotation cell entry
  • Stainless steel flotation cells up to 1800 m³/hr capacity
  • Compact skid-mounted design with pumps, pH control, and chemical feed systems
  • Easy conversion from traditional DAF systems using SAF® retrofit kits
  • Smaller footprint with higher hydraulic and solids loading
  • Rapid commissioning — operational within hours instead of days

Operating Principle

The SAF® generator creates an electrically charged micro-bubble froth at atmospheric pressure. The froth is mixed with the influent in the ClearMixer™, where bubbles attach to suspended particles, fats, oils and proteins. The resulting aggregates rise rapidly in the ClearFloater™ cell for removal and thickening.

Available Options

The SAF® generator creates an electrically charged micro-bubble froth at atmospheric pressure. The froth is mixed with the influent in the ClearMixer™, where bubbles attach to suspended particles, fats, oils and proteins. The resulting aggregates rise rapidly in the ClearFloater™ cell for removal and thickening.

Other Details

  • Applications: TSS, FOG, protein, emulsified-oil and biosolids removal in municipal and industrial water treatment.
  • System integration: Skid systems can include pumps, pH control, chemical feed and ancillary equipment, with factory plumbing, wiring and testing.

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