Ultrafiltration (UF) is the separation of macromolecules, fine emulsions, or colloidal material across a semi-permeable membrane, with pore sizes ranging from 0.005mm to 0.1 mm (1,000 to 200,000 Daltons). The removal of this material occurs in a cross-flow filtration process, where the feed and concentrate flows are parallel to the membrane surface and the permeate flow is perpendicular to the membrane surface. Pressure is applied to the feed side of the membrane, forcing the water through the membrane to the permeate side. High turbulent flow minimizes boundary layer fouling and sludge build-up on the membrane surface. Cross flow filtration is ideal for high strength oily wastewaters, high concentration biomasss separation process, and high suspended solids concentration applications such as metal hydroxide separation and concentration processes.

 

PermaFlow Applications
Oily waste concentration  
Fine solids filtrations  

Fine solids filtrations

 
PermaFlow™ Typical Performance
Feed Contaminant Removal
Suspended Solids 100%
Non-emulsified Oil and Grease > 99.9%
Emulsified Oils & Grease > 96%

Benefits for you
   
Ultra-fine Clarification
   
High quality effluent, allowing direct discharge and reuse/recycle of water.
Excellent removal of TSS including emulsified oil and grease.
   
Pre-assembled on a single skid
   
Convenient installation.
Minimal floor-space requirements
   
Simple System Design
   
Membrane cores are removable for fast and easy replacement.
No boot seals to leak or fail
   
Membrane Chemistry
Compatible with high strength and high/low pH waste streams.
Membranes readily cleaned at low temperatures.

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