Cleaning sludge in municipal pipelines, sewage treatment plants, chemical wastewater tanks, oil storage tanks, coal mine sedimentation ponds, culverts, underground channels, cooling towers, and narrow riverways has always been a high-risk and inefficient task.
Traditional dredging methods often require manual entry into confined or toxic environments, facing dangers such as harmful gases, low visibility, and unstable structures. In addition, operations in areas like bridge bottoms, box culverts, and narrow waterways are extremely difficult for excavators or large equipment, resulting in high labor costs, long downtime, and incomplete cleaning.
Is there a safer and more efficient solution?
The dredging robot is designed to solve exactly these problems. It is an advanced unmanned dredging solution that integrates remote control, underwater propulsion, and high-efficiency suction systems. The robot can enter confined spaces through a minimum 600mm opening, operate underwater without human intervention, and complete precise sludge removal in complex and hazardous environments.
Dredging robot Parameters
| Parameter | YG500 | YG600 | YG700 | YG800 | YG900 | YG1200 |
| Robot Dimensions (mm) | 1500*500*650 | 1500*600*650 | 1600*700*650 | 1600*850*700 | 1650*960*750 | 1900*1200*750 |
| Dredging Width (mm) | 500 | 600 | 700 | 800 | 900 | Suitable for large culverts |
| Travel Speed (m/s) | 3–15 | 3–15 | 3–15 | 3–15 | 3–15 | 0–17 m/min |
| Pump Diameter (inch) | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4or6 |
| Pump Flow (m³/h) | 100 | 100 | 160 | 160 | 200 | 250 |
| Pump Head (m) | 0–30 | 0–30 | 0–25 | 0–25 | 0–25 | 0–30 (Horizontal: 100–150m) |
| Hydraulic Station Dimensions (mm) | 2200*1200*1700 | 2200*1200*1700 | 2200*1200*1700 | 2200*1200*1700 | 2200*1200*1700 | 2120*1240*1200 |
| Main Motor Power (kW) | 18 | 18 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 45KW (50KW) or Diesel 76KW (123KW) |
| Hydraulic System Pressure (Mpa) | 0–16 | 0–16 | 0–16 | 0–16 | 0–16 | Not specified |
| Particle Size (mm) | 15 | 15 | 40 | 40 | 50 | 0–40 (customizable) |
| Winch Speed (r/min) | 0–10 | 0–10 | 0–10 | 0–10 | 0–10 | 0–10 |
| Pipe Length (m) | 30–50 Optional | 30–50 Optional | 30–50 Optional | 30–50 Optional | 30–50 Optional | 30m/pack, 20kg pressure resistant, optional |
| Control System | Wireless Remote | Wireless Remote | Wireless Remote | Wireless Remote | Wireless Remote | Wireless Remote |
| Lighting System | Underwater LED*2 | Underwater LED*2 | Underwater LED*2 | Underwater LED*2 | Underwater LED*2 | Underwater LED*2 |
Advantages of Sludge Cleaning Robot
1.Unmanned Operation for Maximum Safety
No need for workers to enter hazardous environments. Remote control ensures safe and stable operation.
2. Strong Adaptability in Confined Spaces
Compact crawler design allows operation in pipelines, culverts, and tanks with limited access (≥600mm).
3. Precise Dredging with Low Environmental Impact
Equipped with a suction system for targeted sludge removal, avoiding secondary pollution.
4. Significant Cost Savings
Reduce labor costs, avoid water drainage, and improve overall project efficiency.
5. Customizable for Complex Conditions
Optional features:
- Explosion-proof motor
- Underwater camera system
- Sludge concentration monitoring
- Display and control system
Applications of the Unmanned Dredging Robot
The unmanned dredging robot is designed for remote-controlled sludge removal in wastewater treatment facilities, sedimentation tanks, industrial ponds, and other areas where manual cleaning is difficult or conventional dredging equipment has limited access.
1. Wastewater Treatment Plants and Sewage Treatment Facilities
- Wastewater treatment tanks – Remove accumulated sludge from treatment tanks to support routine maintenance.
- Municipal sewage treatment plants – Assist with sludge removal from suitable treatment basins and settling tanks.
- Industrial wastewater treatment plants – Handle sludge accumulation in industrial wastewater treatment systems, subject to sludge characteristics and equipment compatibility.
2. Sedimentation Tanks and Sludge Ponds
- Industrial sedimentation tanks – Remove settled solids and accumulated sludge from tanks used in industrial processes.
- Coal mine sedimentation tanks – Support sediment removal from suitable mine water treatment and settling facilities.
- Sludge ponds and settling basins – Help clean accumulated sediment from suitable ponds and basins without requiring personnel to enter the cleaning area.
3. Industrial Tanks and Process Facilities
- Industrial settling tanks – Remove accumulated sediment from suitable process tanks.
- Cooling tower basins – Assist with removing settled solids and sludge from cooling water collection basins.
- Factory wastewater collection tanks – Support routine sludge removal and cleaning in accessible industrial facilities.
4. Municipal Pipelines and Underground Drainage Systems
- Municipal drainage pipelines – Clean sediment and sludge from suitable pipelines, depending on pipe diameter and access conditions.
- Box culverts and drainage channels – Remove accumulated sediment from accessible enclosed drainage structures.
- Underground drainage systems – Provide a remote-controlled cleaning option where manual access is difficult, subject to site dimensions and operating requirements.
5. Narrow Rivers, Channels, and Restricted-Access Water Areas
- Narrow rivers and drainage channels – Remove accumulated sediment in selected narrow waterways.
- Areas beneath bridges – Support dredging where access for larger equipment is restricted.
- Small ponds and confined water areas – Provide a compact alternative where conventional dredging equipment may be difficult to deploy.
For wide rivers, large-scale dredging projects, and open-water operations requiring high-volume sediment removal, excavators with sand pumps or dedicated dredging vessels may be more suitable.
6. Selected Oil Storage Tank Cleaning Projects
The robot may be considered for selected oil storage tank cleaning applications only after confirming compatibility with the tank residue, operating environment, and required safety standards. Explosion-proof certification and hazardous-area suitability must be verified separately before use in potentially explosive environments.
For a suitable equipment recommendation, please provide the tank dimensions, sludge composition, access opening size, and site operating conditions.rations.
Customer Cases
- A city lake project in Ireland: the dredging robot replaced the traditional drainage and manual methods to clean up 5,000 cubic meters of sludge in only 7 days, saving more than 30% of labor costs.
- Saudi Arabia wastewater treatment plant project: equipped with a remote camera system dredging robot, to achieve centralized sludge collection and transportation, the whole process of operation without human intervention.
Why Choose YG Dredging Robot?
- Professional manufacturing: YG Machinery has many years of experience in research and development of intelligent equipment.
- Mature technology: support customized design, adapt to different operating environments.
- Global service: YG Machinery has exported to more than 20 countries and has a good reputation.
- After-sales protection: provide remote commissioning, operation training and maintenance support.
Opening a new era of environmental protection and efficient dredging
In the increasingly strict environmental protection requirements, choosing an efficient, safe and intelligent dredging robot is the best solution for the management of urban water bodies and industrial pools. YG provides reliable unmanned dredging solution and multiple models of portable robotic dredge. Welcome to call us for consultation or technical information.【WhatsApp/WeChat/Phone】+86 13837115193.
