Method for mixing additives into and electrolyzing contaminated liquids

A method for electrolyzing a contaminated liquid, comprising the steps of:

• positioning at least one electrically conductive and vibratable element within a liquid conduit having at least a portion thereof which is electrically conductive;
• positioning a liquid flow directing support comprised of an insulative material within the at least one vibratable element;
• electrically charging the conduit and the at least one vibratable element;
• and
• directing the liquid through the conduit, whereby the flow of the liquid is increased between the support and an inner wall of the conduit and forced into close proximity to the at least one vibratable element causing an electrical charge to be imparted to the liquid and also causing the at least one vibratable element to vibrate and prevent fouling of the at least one vibratable element.

A method for mixing chemical additives into and electrolyzing a contaminated liquid, comprising the steps of:

• positioning a coiled spring comprised of an electrically conductive material within a cylindrical liquid conduit having at least a portion thereof which is electrically conductive such that the outer periphery of the spring is closely spaced to an inner surface of the conduit;
• electrically charging the conduit and the spring;
• introducing a liquid, gaseous, or solid chemical additive to the contaminated liquid upstream of the coiled spring;
• pressurizing the liquid;
• and
• directing the liquid into an inlet of the conduit, whereby the flow of the liquid through the conduit and in proximity to the spring causes an electrical charge to be imparted to the liquid and also causes the spring to vibrate and prevent fouling thereof.