This paper discusses
a modified type of submerged MF/UF membrane filtration system
developed to use gravity to provide the driving pressure to transport the
filtrate through the membrane. The paper discusses how this is a significant advance in the technology,
because it lowers costs and simplifies the capital equipment, controls, operations
and maintenance, especially for larger plant capacities. Additional advantages of
the gravity-driven approach include the beneficial use of existing plant hydraulics
on retrofits or new facilities where the topography is favorable and a membrane
filtration process with greater similarity to the operation of granular media filters.
This could ease acceptance of membrane technology by some utilities and would
simplify water treatment plant operator training.
Includes 3 references, figures.
| Edition : | Vol. - No. |
| File Size : | 1
file
, 470 KB |
| Note : | This product is unavailable in Ukraine, Russia, Belarus |
| Number of Pages : | 7 |
| Published : | 11/01/2002 |
