http://www.filtsep.com/ Copyright Elsevier Ltd Intuitiv Ltd (www.intuitiv.net) Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:26:58 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/ http://www.filtsep.com/_common/img/template/filtration-separation/site-logo.gif http://www.filtsep.com/view/23233/food-and-beverage-delivering-compressed-air-purity/ The food processing industry is a large user of compressed air in manufacturing processes. However, there is a need for the highest standards of purity and strict regulations associated with its use. Mark White of Parker Hannifin's domnick hunter Industrial Division explains. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/23233/food-and-beverage-delivering-compressed-air-purity/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/23155/water-recycling-in-the-brewing-industry-/ Effluent should be recycled back into brewery operations with less reticence than is currently the case, according to South African wastewater specialists Talbot & Talbot. Throughout many parts of the world there are areas or entire regions where water is scarce and water quality highly suspect. In these situations beer quality is often compromised and production schedule disrupted. The use of properly treated effluent presents the brewer with a safer option and greater security of supply. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/23155/water-recycling-in-the-brewing-industry-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/22747/filter-testing-particle-counters-for-hydraulic-and-lubricating-oils/ The functionality of oils suffers when contaminated with particles. Filtration can play a key role in ensuring that hydraulic and lubricating systems are running effectively. Particle counting systems are now being developed to help provide key analysis. Dr. Juliane König-Birk of PAMAS GmbH explains. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/22747/filter-testing-particle-counters-for-hydraulic-and-lubricating-oils/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/21513/culture-media-new-carrier-aids-biological-sewage-water-treatment/ A new carrier medium for biological sewage water treatment has been developed that result in significant increases in facility capacities. Stefan Christof Bidinger, Bernd Dzedzig, Dr.-Ing. Markus Geiger and Bernd Rauch of Multi Umwelttechnologie AG describe how the Mutag BioChip is tackling micro-organisms in the treatment of sewage. Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:26:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/21513/culture-media-new-carrier-aids-biological-sewage-water-treatment/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/21508/ceramic-membranes-high-filtration-area-packing-densities-improve-membrane-performance/ New tubular ceramic membranes have been developed that provide a high packing density of the filtration area. These new ceramic membrane filter elements have been proven in case studies in oily wastewater treatment applications. Steffen Heidenreich and Winfried Michell of Pall Filtersystems GmbH describe the findings. Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:20:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/21508/ceramic-membranes-high-filtration-area-packing-densities-improve-membrane-performance/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/21370/biopharmaceuticals-scalable-disposable-filtration-systems-address-market-challenges/ Disposable filtration technologies now offer a robust, flexible and economic solution for the manufacture of therapeutic proteins in the current biopharmaceutical market. Lynne Deakin, Field Applications Specialist with 3M Purification explains. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 12:21:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/21370/biopharmaceuticals-scalable-disposable-filtration-systems-address-market-challenges/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/21368/drinking-water-ensuring-the-future-of-us-drinking-water-supplies/ The future availability and quality of drinking water are undoubtedly pressing issues for the US government, as predictions of climate change point to increasing pressures on procurement and supply. Norrie Hunter investigates what the US national and local governments, together with the US EPA are doing to ensure the volume and integrity of the nation's drinking water is maintained and improved. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/21368/drinking-water-ensuring-the-future-of-us-drinking-water-supplies/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/20357/potable-water-new-technology-enables-use-of-alternative-water-sources-/ Anthony Bennett looks at alternative sources of water and examines how they can be treated by advanced filtration and separation technologies to reduce the pressure on potable water sources. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:27:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/20357/potable-water-new-technology-enables-use-of-alternative-water-sources-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/19061/mining-boosting-production-of-zinc-concentrate-/ A filtering system at a South Australian zinc mine has helped bring a site into full production six months earlier than anticipated, exceeding all production start-up expectations. The filters boosted filtration capacity by 30% and increased production by allowing the mine to handle higher lead concentrates when the ore grade is high. Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:31:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/19061/mining-boosting-production-of-zinc-concentrate-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/19060/biogas-production-effective-mixing-for-anaerobic-digestion-process-/ Anaerobic digesters are now required to handle an increasingly wider type of waste material. Ensuring effective mixing in the digester can make significant improvements in efficiency. Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:24:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/19060/biogas-production-effective-mixing-for-anaerobic-digestion-process-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/19013/membrane-bioreactors-snack-food-processor-benefits-from-membrane-bioreactor-solution-/ A new membrane bioreactor system has been installed as the wastewater treatment facility for a snack foods operation in Alabama, USA. The quality of the wastewater is now good enough to be discharged into the local water coarse ecosystem, avoiding significant municipal surcharges in the process. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 10:58:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/19013/membrane-bioreactors-snack-food-processor-benefits-from-membrane-bioreactor-solution-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/18939/filter-testing-automatic-particle-counters-and-fluid-contamination-monitors/ Automatic Particle Counters and Fluid Contamination Monitors are widely used in filter testing and fluid contamination analysis laboratories and in industrial facilities to monitor filters and cleaning processes and machines. However, their roles and ways they are used need to be properly understood. Christophe Peuchot, Gerard J. Lynch and Nicolas Petillon of IFTS explain. Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:21:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/18939/filter-testing-automatic-particle-counters-and-fluid-contamination-monitors/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/18904/membrane-bioreactors-advanced-membranes-improve-energy-efficiency-and-reduce-lifecycle-costs-/ Membrane bioreactor technology has been selected to meet current and future wastewater treatment needs and environmental standards in California. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 11:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/18904/membrane-bioreactors-advanced-membranes-improve-energy-efficiency-and-reduce-lifecycle-costs-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/18744/ground-water-dealing-with-iron-contamination-/ Iron contamination can present a number of problems for water filtration systems for agricultural, industrial and municipal applications. Daniel Ityel of Amiad Filtration Systems outlines the problems and introduces a new method of micro-fibre filtration after oxidation. Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:50:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/18744/ground-water-dealing-with-iron-contamination-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/16987/synthetic-filter-media-balancing-energy-efficiency-and-electrostatics-in-new-synthetic-filter-media-/ Pushing back the influence of electrostatics on filter media while operating in an energy efficient manner is a major goal in air filtration. Dr. Andreas Seeberger of IREMA FILTER GmbH describes some recent developments. Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/16987/synthetic-filter-media-balancing-energy-efficiency-and-electrostatics-in-new-synthetic-filter-media-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/16871/hydrocarbon-processing-efficient-separation-of-gasliquid-mixtures-/ Industry separates crude oil, natural gas and chemical mixtures into pure products by means of fractionating distillation columns. This process is energy-intensive, but a new type of column structure promises energy savings of as much as 20-40 percent. Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/16871/hydrocarbon-processing-efficient-separation-of-gasliquid-mixtures-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/16678/energy-materials-processing-filtration-and-the-fuels-of-the-future-/ The processing of the fossil energy materials – coal, oil and gas – is an important industrial sector for the employment of separation equipment. To these fossil fuels have been added the renewable biofuels as a sustainable alternative. Ken Sutherland reviews the range of applications for filtration and other separation equipment in the whole field of fuels processing, with the emphasis on biofuels production. Thu, 17 Mar 2011 11:25:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/16678/energy-materials-processing-filtration-and-the-fuels-of-the-future-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/14387/wastewater-treating-wash-water-from-paint-removal/ The shipping industry is required to treat wastewater to comply with increasingly strict environmental legislation. A solution was needed which could quickly and efficiently treat and dispose of the washing water used in paint removal. A filter station was developed with a compact filter system which combines filtration and briquetting in one device. Thu, 02 Dec 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/14387/wastewater-treating-wash-water-from-paint-removal/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/14386/uf-pretreatment-membranes-combat-fouling-risk-in-water/ A steel producer in the United Arab Emirates planned an expansion of the existing steel plant and desalination facility. Due to the high fouling risk associated with Arabic Gulf waters, incorporating a pre-treatment technology was essential. The company chose an ultrafiltration system which combined a resilient membrane with anti-fouling properties. Thu, 02 Dec 2010 15:59:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/14386/uf-pretreatment-membranes-combat-fouling-risk-in-water/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/14321/seawater-desalination-us-desalination-industry-addresses-obstacles-to-growth-/ Seawater desalination faces a number of challenges in the USA. Nikolay Voutchkov of Water Globe Consulting, LLC, explains some of these and looks at ways they can be tackled. Tue, 30 Nov 2010 15:37:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/14321/seawater-desalination-us-desalination-industry-addresses-obstacles-to-growth-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/14279/electrical-and-electronics-filtration-is-key-for-electrical-equipment-and-semiconductors-/ In the final article in a series looking at the smaller end-use application sectors for filtration and separation equipment, Ken Sutherland reviews the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment and materials. Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:49:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/14279/electrical-and-electronics-filtration-is-key-for-electrical-equipment-and-semiconductors-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/14273/engine-filtration-effective-maintenance-is-the-key-to-optimal-performance/ Parker Hannifin's Hydraulic Filter Division Europe looks at the importance of effective hydraulic oil and diesel filtration for extremely demanding industrial applications and highlights the latest developments in portable filtration technology. Mon, 29 Nov 2010 14:24:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/14273/engine-filtration-effective-maintenance-is-the-key-to-optimal-performance/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/14272/nuclear-power-generation-improving-hepa-filter-trains-through-effective-prefiltration-/ Cost and waste volume reduction is an important goal in the nuclear power generation industry. Chris Chadwick of the Porvair Filtration Group discusses ways in which the efficiency of HEPA filter trains could be improved through effective pre-filtration. Mon, 29 Nov 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/14272/nuclear-power-generation-improving-hepa-filter-trains-through-effective-prefiltration-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/13663/reverse-osmosis-salt-extraction-from-deep-well-aquifers/ Salt water intrusion in the local wells meant a wastewater treatment plant in the Village of Tequesta, Florida, US, required a desalination system. After soliciting bids from a variety of engineering firms, local officials chose two RO systems which subsequently required no cleaning in the eight years since installation. Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:20:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/13663/reverse-osmosis-salt-extraction-from-deep-well-aquifers/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/13658/swro-desalination-longterm-solution-for-water-shortages/ Drought in Barcelona was forcing the government to transport water into the city. To provide a long-term solution, the Llobregat Desalination Plant was commissioned and built within two years. The success of this endeavor was marked with the award of the 2010 Global Water Intelligence Desalination Plant of the Year. Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/13658/swro-desalination-longterm-solution-for-water-shortages/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/13656/fresh-water-from-onboard-systems/ Advances in reverse osmosis technology enable more fresh water from smaller, more efficient systems. Parker Hannifin’s Racor Filter Division Europe, looks at how the latest developments in reverse osmosis desalination technology has led to the introduction of smaller, lighter and more energy efficient systems than ever before. Tue, 02 Nov 2010 13:46:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/13656/fresh-water-from-onboard-systems/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/13629/beneficial-uses-of-concentrate-waste/ In this article, Anthony Bennett looks at desalination concentrate management options. These include beneficial uses and high recovery processing to minimise volumes requiring further treatment or disposal. He also looks at zero liquid discharge (ZLD) and the possible application of new and emerging technologies and applications to improve overall system recovery. Mon, 01 Nov 2010 14:11:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/13629/beneficial-uses-of-concentrate-waste/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/13025/rethinking-the-causes-of-membrane-biofouling/ The problem of biofouling has been around since the introduction of membrane technology. Rodney Komlenic proposes that it is time to take a fresh look at its causes and how to find a remedy. Wed, 06 Oct 2010 14:29:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/13025/rethinking-the-causes-of-membrane-biofouling/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/13020/separation-activities-in-wood-pulp-and-paper-making-/ This last-but-one article, in Ken Sutherland's series on the smaller end-use equipment application sectors, covers the uses in the whole forest products sector, which effectively means the manufacture of wood pulp and paper. In separation equipment terms the sector is unique in having just one basic process, although, of course, with many variations. Wed, 06 Oct 2010 13:41:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/13020/separation-activities-in-wood-pulp-and-paper-making-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/12994/the-rise-of-membrane-bioreactors-/ The membrane bioreactor has become an important processing tool in the treatment of waste liquids and of suspensions of waste solids. Ken Sutherland reviews its history, looks at its current applications, and comments on likely trends. Tue, 05 Oct 2010 16:17:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/12994/the-rise-of-membrane-bioreactors-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/12936/weftec-2010/ Ranked in the top 1% of all trade shows in North America, and the largest annual water quality exhibition in the world, this year's WEFTEC will be held on 2–6 October 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Filtration + Separation canvassed some exhibitors to find out what would be on display. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:28:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/12936/weftec-2010/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/12935/removing-hydrogen-sulphide-from-water-/ A UK water bottling facility decided to implement monitoring controls for hydrogen sulphide. Six easy-to-operate dissolved sulphide monitors were selected which generate results in real time and require little maintenance. Optimum product quality was assured through the detection and removal of any traces of hydrogen sulphide in the water, by taste or odour. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/12935/removing-hydrogen-sulphide-from-water-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/12922/wastewater-recycling-to-potable-water-standards/ With increasing pressures on water supplies, water recycling in food and drinks production has become a much higher priority. A UK-based food processor is using membrane bioreactors to recycle wastewater to potable water standards. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:55:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/12922/wastewater-recycling-to-potable-water-standards/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11703/air-filtration-cutting-emissions-in-air-handling/ A European airport chose to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions at its air handling plant. This required the installation of energy efficient technology and processes. Following a full review of the airport's air handling system, pocket filters were chosen which have cut maintenance time, emissions and costs. Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11703/air-filtration-cutting-emissions-in-air-handling/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11702/wastewater-odour-control-in-an-open-aeration-basin-/ A District created to promote public health decided to scrub off-gas odours from its Vallejo wastewater treatment plant. The two open aeration basins were targeted as part of the odour control upgrade. A retractable geomembrane cover was selected for the basins, which combines a gas-tight barrier with low life cost benefits. Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:55:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11702/wastewater-odour-control-in-an-open-aeration-basin-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11700/show-preview-ifat-2010/ IFAT has developed into one of the world's leading trade fairs for water, sewage, waste and raw materials management. Due to popular demand, IFAT is switching to a two year cycle, beginning with an exhibition on 13-17 September at the Munich Trade Fair Centre, Germany. Filtration +Separation canvassed some exhibitors to find out what will be on display. Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:24:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11700/show-preview-ifat-2010/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11699/plasma-processing-nanocoating-enhances-filtration-media-/ Stephen Coulson, chief technical officer at P2i and inventor of its liquid repellent nano-coating technology, looks at how plasma processing is transforming filtration products. Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:18:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11699/plasma-processing-nanocoating-enhances-filtration-media-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11676/swro-pretreatment-markets-and-experience-/ In the fourth of a series of articles, Graeme Pearce looks at the issues involved in the selection of pre-treatment in seawater reverse osmosis desalination applications. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:25:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11676/swro-pretreatment-markets-and-experience-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11672/pharmaceuticals-ensuring-a-supply-of-pyrogenfree-water-/ In the pharmaceutical industry it is essential to eliminate pyrogens from the manufacturing process, and in particular from the water production plants they require. Claudio Maini and Luca Zonarelli of Veolia Water Solutions & Technologies explain the background and the development of new systems to minimise the risks. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:56:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11672/pharmaceuticals-ensuring-a-supply-of-pyrogenfree-water-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11670/medical-filtration-developments-push-healthcare-improvements-/ This fourth article, in Ken Sutherland's series on the smaller end-use equipment application sectors, features the use of filtration equipment in the medical and healthcare sectors. These are vital to life and provide a major use for membrane media. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:43:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11670/medical-filtration-developments-push-healthcare-improvements-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11633/air-filtration-innovations-in-industrial-air-filtration-/ Anthony Bennett investigates advances in air filtration technologies for industrial applications, including automotive, dust collection, gas turbine, and HVAC systems. Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:38:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11633/air-filtration-innovations-in-industrial-air-filtration-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11579/performance-assessment-gasphase-contaminant-capture-equipment-/ Data from existing tests are of little use to HVAC system designers. Paolo Tronville of the Politecnico di Torino and Richard Rivers of EQS Inc. discuss a set of tests which could provide data for rational system design choices. Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:28:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11579/performance-assessment-gasphase-contaminant-capture-equipment-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11147/wastewater-recycling-screener-boosts-wastewater-recycling-capacity/ A linen supply company has increased its wastewater recycling capacity by 67 per cent with a low cost screener retrofit. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:41:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11147/wastewater-recycling-screener-boosts-wastewater-recycling-capacity/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11127/filter-media-research-fabric-reinforcement-of-nonwoven-filter-cloths-/ Researchers at Usak University in Turkey have investigated the effect of needling intensity and knitted reinforcement fabric on some mechanical properties of needle-punched nonwoven filters. Mehmet Emin Yüksekkaya reports on the findings. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:13:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11127/filter-media-research-fabric-reinforcement-of-nonwoven-filter-cloths-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11126/filter-presses-a-review-of-developments-in-automatic-filter-presses/ Dr. M. Shirato, Emeritus Professor at Nagoya University and Honorary President of the Filtration Society — Japan Association, reviews the history, current technology and future developments of automatic filter presses in Japan. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11126/filter-presses-a-review-of-developments-in-automatic-filter-presses/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/11073/hydraulic-fluids-controlling-contamination-in-hydraulic-fluids/ The operating environment of much modern hydraulic equipment creates an increased risk of damage due to hydraulic fluid contamination. Advanced filtration technology allows this risk to be mitigated without reducing productivity. A view from Parker Hannifin's European Hydraulic Filtration and Fluid Condition Monitoring Division. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:38:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/11073/hydraulic-fluids-controlling-contamination-in-hydraulic-fluids/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/10906/mechanical-engineering-the-role-of-filtration-in-the-machinery-manufacturing-industry-/ The next in Ken Sutherland's series of articles, on the smaller end-use equipment application sectors, features the use of filtration equipment in the manufacture of machinery, including the production of transport equipment as well as equipment usage in the operation of transport systems. The sector is not actually small in volume terms, but is considered in this series of articles because of its use of only a relatively narrow range of equipment types. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:56:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/10906/mechanical-engineering-the-role-of-filtration-in-the-machinery-manufacturing-industry-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/10770/fine-chemicals-membrane-technology-in-the-fine-chemicals-industry/ Anthony Bennett investigates the use of membrane technology in the fine chemicals industry – in the production of the chemicals themselves and also in the generation of process water and the treatment of effluent from chemical synthesis. Tue, 06 Jul 2010 13:32:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/10770/fine-chemicals-membrane-technology-in-the-fine-chemicals-industry/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/10722/modernising-irrigation-delivery-in-australia/ Efficient management of water is critical for the future of irrigated agriculture as climate change and ongoing drought reduces the amount of available water. Goulburn-Murray Water and its alliance, FutureFlow, have built the world’s largest automated channel control network, replacing a 100-year-old method of irrigation delivery. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 10:10:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/10722/modernising-irrigation-delivery-in-australia/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/10483/precoat-filtration-diatomaceous-earth-improves-filtration-at-desalination-plant/ Precoat filtration using a bulk handling system for diatomaceous earth has been introduced at a desalination plant in the USA as part of an improved pre-treatment process prior to reverse osmosis. Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:40:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/10483/precoat-filtration-diatomaceous-earth-improves-filtration-at-desalination-plant/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/10392/alumina-filtration-in-the-alumina-production-process-/ The production of alumina from bauxite is a vital first step in the production of aluminium. Filtration and separation equipment plays a significant role in this process, in particularly challenging conditions. Trevor Sparks explains. Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:30:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/10392/alumina-filtration-in-the-alumina-production-process-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/10248/portable-tech-for-offshore-locations/ In this article, Anthony Bennett investigates the application of small scale desalination technologies for remote commercial, industrial, military, naval, marine and offshore applications. He examines the thermal and membrane technologies available and the sizes of equipment employed from portable systems to larger containerized or skid/frame mounted plant. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:46:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/10248/portable-tech-for-offshore-locations/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/10246/reducing-footprint-with-isobaric-erds/ A growing demand for optimal efficiency in desalination means the use of energy recovery devices has become common practice. Not only is this economical, it reduces the carbon footprint in the face of ever increasing plant size. Jeremy Martin from Energy Recovery Inc explains how these benefits are achieved. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/10246/reducing-footprint-with-isobaric-erds/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/10244/potable-water-using-thin-film-composite-/ Developers were required to provide a Chilean mine with its own drinking water supply, due to the constraints of the desert area. The successful pilot of a seawater membrane system led to a permanent solution which provides drinking water for the mining camp and process water for the filter units. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:16:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/10244/potable-water-using-thin-film-composite-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/10207/measuring-the-performance-of-air-filter-media/ Test methods and standards for evaluating the filter media for air filtration applications are now being formulated by the industry. Paolo Tronville of the Politecnico di Torino and Richard Rivers of EQS Inc. describe the current status of media testing in air filtration. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:41:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/10207/measuring-the-performance-of-air-filter-media/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/8654/filter-media-new-process-points-way-forward-for-activated-carbon-/ Activated carbon is widely used as a sorbent media in purification and filtration methods. However, its traditional method of manufacture can be unfriendly to the environment through the release of greenhouse gases. KC Perera of Eurocarb Products describes a new project in Sri Lanka that is securing supplies of activated carbon for the future while dramatically reducing the impact of its manufacture on the environment. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 14:29:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/8654/filter-media-new-process-points-way-forward-for-activated-carbon-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/8652/swro-pretreatment-cost-and-sustainability-/ In the third of a series of articles, Graeme Pearce looks at the issues involved in the selection of pre-treatment in seawater reverse osmosis desalination applications. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/8652/swro-pretreatment-cost-and-sustainability-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/8598/membrane-processing-natural-antioxidants-from-winemaking-byproducts-/ Winemaking by-products are a low-cost and rich source of valuable phenolic compounds with widely recognised health benefits. Membrane separation processes are ideal for recovering these compounds, ensuring high quality of the extracts produced. As a result of the gentle nature of membrane processing, the final products can justify the label ‘natural’, which is essential for most food and cosmetic markets. Carla Brazinha explains. Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/8598/membrane-processing-natural-antioxidants-from-winemaking-byproducts-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/8594/food-and-beverage-filtration-in-the-food-and-beverage-industries-/ In the second of his series of articles on the smaller end-use equipment application sectors, Ken Sutherland reviews the equipment marketplace for the processing and production of human and animal foodstuffs, and in the production of beverages, both soft and alcoholic. Thu, 08 Apr 2010 10:21:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/8594/food-and-beverage-filtration-in-the-food-and-beverage-industries-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/8591/wastewater-treatment-enhanced-biological-treatment-of-storm-flows-/ Storm flows during wet weather can cause major problems in wastewater plants. A team put together by Veolia Water Solutions and Technologies describe how the BioACTIFLO process can provide biological treatment with high-rate clarification in such circumstances. Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:13:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/8591/wastewater-treatment-enhanced-biological-treatment-of-storm-flows-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/8566/biofouling-tep-a-major-challenge-for-water-filtration-/ Biofouling is a major and very expensive problem for the water industry. Biofilm resulting from the growth of microorganisms on reverse osmosis and ultrafiltration membranes is a serious issue in desalination and water treatment plants, requiring a variety of pretreatment strategies to minimise the problem. Tom Berman of the Kinneret Limnological Laboratory describes the latest thinking on the subject. Wed, 07 Apr 2010 14:31:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/8566/biofouling-tep-a-major-challenge-for-water-filtration-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/8564/drinking-water-new-disinfecting-medium-boosts-water-treatment-/ A novel biocidal method for disinfecting drinking water has been developed by HaloSource Incorporated. Jeff Williams and Michael Bridges describe the development, effectiveness and applications for HaloPure Br. Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:55:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/8564/drinking-water-new-disinfecting-medium-boosts-water-treatment-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/8535/boiler-feed-water-purifying-cooling-tower-water-reduces-costs/ Reverse osmosis technology has been used to recover valuable water from the cooling towers of the Datong Power Plant in Shanxi, China for use as a source of boiler make-up water. Tue, 06 Apr 2010 16:17:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/8535/boiler-feed-water-purifying-cooling-tower-water-reduces-costs/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7884/swro-pretreatment-treated-water-quality-/ In the first of a series of articles, Graeme Pearce looks at the issues involved in the selection of pre-treatment technology in seawater reverse osmosis applications. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:30:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7884/swro-pretreatment-treated-water-quality-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7779/drinking-water-turnkey-project-brings-piped-treated-drinking-water/ More than 300,000 people in a remote district of Sri Lanka are today enjoying quality drinking water for the first time due to a turnkey project undertaken by Outotec for Sri Lanka's National Water Supply and Drainage Board. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:58:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7779/drinking-water-turnkey-project-brings-piped-treated-drinking-water/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7771/oil-treatment-turning-waste-oil-into-profit-/ A waste management company has created a high-grade fuel oil made from waste oil, using a self-cleaning filter that reduces labour by 75%, maintenance by 50%, in 60% less production space. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:14:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7771/oil-treatment-turning-waste-oil-into-profit-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7740/pharmaceuticals-efficient-cyclone-systems-for-fine-particle-collection-/ Numerically optimised cyclones and recirculation systems have been shown to be highly efficient for the capture of fine particles, such as those occurring in the production of active pharmaceutical and food ingredients. Romualdo Salcedo and Júlio Paiva describe some of the recent developments in this area. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:30:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7740/pharmaceuticals-efficient-cyclone-systems-for-fine-particle-collection-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7705/swro-pretreatment-integrity-and-disinfection/ In the second of a series of articles, Graeme Pearce looks at the issues involved in the selection of pre-treatment technology in seawater reverse osmosis applications. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7705/swro-pretreatment-integrity-and-disinfection/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7676/automotive-innovative-filtration-applications-in-the-auto-industry-/ Filtration and separation processes are widely employed in the automotive industry. Anthony Bennett reviews some of these processes used in engine manufacture, vehicle production and car assembly. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7676/automotive-innovative-filtration-applications-in-the-auto-industry-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7672/mining-and-metallurgy-the-role-of-filters-in-mining-and-quarrying-/ In the first of a series of articles, Ken Sutherland looks at one of the minor end-use sectors, which, although important industries in their own right, actually have relatively small shares of the filtration and other separation equipment market. In the present case, the review is of the production of minerals, other than fuel materials, and the making of metals, both ferrous and non-ferrous. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:44:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7672/mining-and-metallurgy-the-role-of-filters-in-mining-and-quarrying-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7598/oil-and-gas-water-treatment-in-oil-and-gas-production-does-it-matter-/ Water is not normally associated in many people's minds with the production of oil and gas from underground reservoirs. Consequently, with no energy potential or sales value, is its separation, treatment and disposal important? David Robinson discusses issues surrounding the handling of water in the production of oil and gas. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:48:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7598/oil-and-gas-water-treatment-in-oil-and-gas-production-does-it-matter-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7596/ken-sutherlands-whats-new-series-on-filtration-and-separation/ In his series of articles, Ken Sutherland covers new developments in a number of broad classes of filtration and separation. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:24:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7596/ken-sutherlands-whats-new-series-on-filtration-and-separation/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7461/oilwater-separation-a-centrifugal-solution-for-troublesome-oil/ The quality of oil extracted from the Peng Lai oil field in China was such that a complete new centrifuge had to be designed and created to successfully process it. GEA stepped up to the challenge for installation in one of the world's largest FPSO vessels. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:27:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7461/oilwater-separation-a-centrifugal-solution-for-troublesome-oil/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7458/oil-filtering-cleaning-up-liquid-fuel/ The installation of self-cleaning filters from Russell Finex helped clean debris from mixers before liquid fuel was pumped into tankers, resulting in increased productivity and a safer working environment for operators. The filters have also significantly improved the final quality of the liquid fuel product. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7458/oil-filtering-cleaning-up-liquid-fuel/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7432/uv-treatment-a-mobile-water-solution-for-native-american-tribes/ US-based UV disinfection specialist Aquionics met with an unusual request when it was asked to help design a mobile UV disinfection system with in-house engineering staff for a Native American tribal reservation in rural Montana, USA. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:59:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7432/uv-treatment-a-mobile-water-solution-for-native-american-tribes/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7281/sludge-dewatering-daf-system-helps-sort-the-sheep-from-the-goats/ A UK sheep pelt tannery required a DAF sludge dewateringsystem that could cut costs while dealing effectively withvery wet, fatty animal waste. GEA installed a system featuring a decanter which reduced sludge by 90% and made a positive environmental impact. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7281/sludge-dewatering-daf-system-helps-sort-the-sheep-from-the-goats/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7264/nitrate-removal-multizone-ion-exchange-with-less-waste/ An IChemE-award winning ion exchange system which removes nitrate from groundwater with minimum use for chemicals, reduced power consumption and waste volumes has been installed by ACWA Services at a number of UK water treatment works. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:43:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7264/nitrate-removal-multizone-ion-exchange-with-less-waste/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7261/wastewater-recycling-swedish-steel-plant-goes-green/ When a major steel plant on the east coast of Sweden installed a new rolling mill its managers decided to recycle 100% of both the process water and the slag resulting from the cooling process. Installation of a DynaSand filtration plant helped them reach this goal. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:41:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7261/wastewater-recycling-swedish-steel-plant-goes-green/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7260/wastewater-treatment-eliminating-offensive-odours-from-wastewater/ A novel underground solution to locating the Besos Wastewater Treatment plant in Barcelona, Spain required additional measures to deal with offensive odours. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7260/wastewater-treatment-eliminating-offensive-odours-from-wastewater/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7259/wastewater-treatment-membrane-bioreactor-cleans-up-distillery-wastewater-/ Chivas Brothers' Glenallachie Distillery near Aberlour in North East Scotland has installed a new wastewater treatment facility. Commissioned in late 2008, the distillery chose a system from Wehrle Environmental that comprises of an advanced membrane bioreactor treatment system incorporating cross-flow ultrafiltration technology. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:52:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7259/wastewater-treatment-membrane-bioreactor-cleans-up-distillery-wastewater-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7248/process-water-treatment-ultrasonic-system-delivers-benefits-for-resin-plant/ A Netherlands-based chemicals manufacturer has installed a water treatment system combining ultrasonic microbiological control and corrosion inhibitors, and has reaped environmental and economic benefits. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:29:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7248/process-water-treatment-ultrasonic-system-delivers-benefits-for-resin-plant/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7246/water-treatment-reverse-osmosis-softens-water-in-wisconsin/ A city in the USA needed to replace its aging water softening technology. After considering the options, a new reverse osmosis system was selected. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7246/water-treatment-reverse-osmosis-softens-water-in-wisconsin/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/7245/chemicals-increasing-the-effectiveness-of-filter-cartridges/ The filtration stage in the manufacture of sodium hypochlorite bleach can be severely hampered by the build-up of gas. The US chemical manufacturer Olin Corporation used specialist degassing valves to solve the problem and improve the effectiveness of the filter cartridges. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:53:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/7245/chemicals-increasing-the-effectiveness-of-filter-cartridges/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/6925/filters-in-pharmaceuticals-automating-the-characterisation-of-foreign-particulates-/ Counting and classifying foreign particulate materials on filters is essential in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Traditional techniques are lengthy and difficult. Ulf Willén of Malvern Instruments describes an automated method for improved statistical sampling. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:14:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/6925/filters-in-pharmaceuticals-automating-the-characterisation-of-foreign-particulates-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/6780/biotechnology-drugs-integrated-singleuse-technologies-for-biopharmaceuticals-/ A transition to integrated single-use technologies is helping to adapt to the challenges of bringing biotechnology drugs to market. Christine Valle explains the approach being taken at Millipore. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:20:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/6780/biotechnology-drugs-integrated-singleuse-technologies-for-biopharmaceuticals-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/6542/filter-testing-parallel-integrity-testing-of-small-venting-filters-/ Filter integrity testing is critically important in biopharmaceutical production processes. However, when large numbers of filters need to be tested daily, it can be a time-consuming and costly business. Dr. Jens Meyer of Sartorius Stedim Biotech describes how this situation can be improved by parallel testing. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:25:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/6542/filter-testing-parallel-integrity-testing-of-small-venting-filters-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/6362/flotation-cells-selecting-the-correct-concentrate-launder-design-/ In minerals processing, choosing a suitable concentrate launder design in separation by flotation requires a number of issues to be considered. Dr Rob Coleman of Outotec Pty Ltd explains. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 10:53:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/6362/flotation-cells-selecting-the-correct-concentrate-launder-design-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/5455/municipal-tertiary-treatment-disc-filters-enhanced-by-pleated-configuration-/ How can disc filtration make an impact in continuous wastewater treatment? Miguel Gutierrez of Siemens Water Technologies explains the fundamentals of disc filtration and how it can provide an economical and sustainable solution for municipal tertiary treatment applications. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/5455/municipal-tertiary-treatment-disc-filters-enhanced-by-pleated-configuration-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/5292/legislation-and-market-forces-regulators-and-wastewater-reuse-/ Wastewater reuse is becoming increasingly important in many parts of the world. Anthony Bennett describes the role of regulators in this area and highlights how advances in filtration technology are driving the market. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/5292/legislation-and-market-forces-regulators-and-wastewater-reuse-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/4480/integrating-nanofibres-into-filtration-media/ The integration of nanofibres into production processes is increasing as more businesses strive for improved profitability and performance in end filter products. The key to their successful introduction is the identification of a suitable product and clear objectives at the outset of the product design phase. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/4480/integrating-nanofibres-into-filtration-media/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/4438/membrane-technology-quality-water-in-unique-locations/ Improvements in RO membrane elements have provided a threefold increase in the amount of treated water per element while reducing energy costs in desalination and water purification projects around the world. Currently, desalination plants with Dow Water & Process Solutions technology enable more than 218 million gallons of freshwater to be produced every day. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/4438/membrane-technology-quality-water-in-unique-locations/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/4440/performance-of-new-membrane-material/ To match the series of articles appearing through 2009 in Filtration + Separation covering separation equipment, Ken Sutherland looks at recent developments in the key component of filtration equipment, namely the various types of filter media. His examination includes ceramics, nonwovens and polymeric membranes and their place in future industry. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/4440/performance-of-new-membrane-material/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/4179/rapid-gravity-filters-in-desalination-pretreatment/ Mark Hadley, senior process engineer at Severn Trent Services, looks at how rapid gravity filters have developed to meet the demands for efficient solids removal at the pre-treatment stage of desalination plants. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/4179/rapid-gravity-filters-in-desalination-pretreatment/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/4001/reliable-bonding-without-adhesives/ Until recently, Scottish based manufacturer Enfilter used a third party to pleat and glue the longitudinal seams of its liquid and gas filter cartridges. The company began using Sonobond SeamMaster™ High Profile Ultrasonic Bonder in its filtration assembly and reported a faster and more efficient assembly process. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/4001/reliable-bonding-without-adhesives/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/3943/membrane-technology-recovery-of-waste-and-water-with-membranes-/ Efficient recovery of water and waste is something that membrane technology excels at. In this short article, we take a look at some new uses of membranes developed by a Dutch firm that specialises in innovative recovery applications. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/3943/membrane-technology-recovery-of-waste-and-water-with-membranes-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/3842/reducing-metal-powder-emissions-/ Pennaire Filtration has recently supplied an advanced filtration solution involving an automated multi-chamber reverse jet bag filter to a metal powder production plant in the United Kingdom. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/3842/reducing-metal-powder-emissions-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/3843/air-filtration-meeting-clean-air-requirements-in-hospitals-/ Effective air filtration is highly desirable in hospitals, in particular in areas with critical air quality requirements, such as childrens' wards and Cancer Research Centres. Hospitals are often located in congested urban areas which poses the problem of preventing smoke, diesel and other hydrocarbon emissions from entering the hospital environment. Mycelx undertook studies at a hospital in Georgia, USA to check the effectiveness of its air filtration systems. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/3843/air-filtration-meeting-clean-air-requirements-in-hospitals-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/3826/filtration-media-advantages-of-nanofibre-coating-technology-/ This article, by John Wertz and Immo Schneiders of Hollingsworth & Vose, looks at the advantages of a new and advanced nanofibre coating technology for filtration media compared to the electrospinning process, and introduces a next-generation nanofibre technology specifically designed to enhance filtration media. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/3826/filtration-media-advantages-of-nanofibre-coating-technology-/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/3515/air-conditioning-systems-testing-air-cleaning-devices/ Is it possible to test air cleaning or disinfection devices used in air conditioning systems? We look at a potential testing system, and see if it is possible to compare different devices and determine optimum operating conditions. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/3515/air-conditioning-systems-testing-air-cleaning-devices/ http://www.filtsep.com/view/3519/-air-and-gas-filtration-industry-developments/ The next in Ken Sutherland's series of articles, covering progress in a number of broad classes of filtration and other separation equipment types, looks at recent developments in air and other gas filtration, from the smallest to the largest applications. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.filtsep.com/view/3519/-air-and-gas-filtration-industry-developments/