08-25-2026 Polyaluminum chloride (PAC) is widely used in wastewater treatment, but many plants encounter preventable operational issues — undissolved clumps, blocked dosing lines, poor floc formation, and inconsistent performance. This guide covers 6 common PAC dissolution and dosing failure modes, their root causes, and practical fixes. Written for plant operators and managers, it addresses real-world scenarios including low-temperature dissolution, water-insoluble blockages, and floc structure problems. All recommendations are general guidelines; site-specific jar testing is essential for optimizing any treatment program.