Filter Press - advantages and applications

04 Nov.,2024

 

Filter Press - advantages and applications

Filter Press is a batch processing pressure filter used for its high separation efficiency and simple working mechanism. The design of this popular processing equipment has significantly evolved over the decades to further improve the filtration safety and efficiency. One of the major design improvement areas has been automation of cake discharge and washing of filter media to enhance the filtration effectiveness and efficiency.

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Below schematic illustrates the working mechanism of a typical filter press.


Advantages of using a filter press are:

  • Separation efficiency
  • Ease of use
  • Efficient dewatering of fine solids
  • Can achieve very low cake moisture content
  • high processing capacity
  • Minimal energy consumption
  • Long service life

However, there are some disadvantages to using a filter press, such as:

  • Common designs are built for batch processing
  • High noise levels
  • Frequent chemical conditioning or pre-treatment is required to capture solids effectively

The main industry applications of filter press are as follows:

  • Food and beverage &#; wine, beer, juice,
  • Wastewater treatment &#; dewatering waste and sludges, assists with Dissolved Air Flotation &#;DAF&#; process
  • Water treatment &#; dewatering lime-softening sludge
  • Mineral Processing &#; ceramic industry, stone and sand washing plants, marble and granite, copper, zinc, and lead concentrates
  • Chemical &#; treating dyes-stuff, brines, resins to phosphates and much more
  • Industrial &#; concrete and wastepaper washout water recovery, small scale wastewater treatment of paint and galvanising industries
  • Pharmaceutical &#; applications where significant reduction in moisture and a finer filtration is required

Chemical Plant & Engineering has been a leading supplier of filter press solutions and all ancillary equipment to a wide range of industries for many years.

Our filters are configured to suit specific processing requirements for the best possible outcome. Through our strategic partnerships with major equipment manufacturers in Europe and Asia, and our local engineering expertise, we can supply plate filter presses that comply to both mechanical and electrical Australian Standards.

CPE filter press range are available with numerous design options and operating modes, with manual, semi-automatic or fully automatic to choose from.

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Key Offerings

  • Sidebar design with engineered weldment box section beams
  • Carbon steel epoxy coated, stainless steel-clad or complete stainless-steel construction
  • Custom valve and manifold options for cake wash, two direction cake wash, cake drying and multidirectional flow path options
  • Allen Bradley PLC system designed in house
  • Immediate PLC re-programming available to address any changes in process requirements
  • One of the largest plate configurations and size ranges available to suit any application
  • Single plate, multi plate or entire plate pack discharge systems for high-speed operation
  • Compliance to Australian standard 


Our Filtration experts can employ years of design knowledge and experience, and pilot plant testing in collaboration with you, to design the solution that suits your process the best.

Contact us to find out how we can help optimise your filtration process.



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Advantages and Disadvantages of Plate and Frame Filter ...

Plate and frame filter press is a widely used industrial filtration equipment that is commonly used in the food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical, and mining industries. It works by separating solids from liquids through the use of filter plates and filter frames. Like any other industrial equipment, it has its advantages and disadvantages, which we&#;ll discuss below.

Advantages of Plate and Frame Filter Press:

  1. High Efficiency: Plate and frame filter press can effectively remove solids from liquids with high efficiency. It can filter large quantities of liquid in a short amount of time.
  2. Low Operating Costs: Plate and frame filter press has low operating costs since it requires minimal maintenance and can be operated continuously without needing to shut down for cleaning.
  3. Easy to Use: Plate and frame filter press is easy to operate and requires minimal training. It has a simple design and can be easily integrated into existing production processes.
  4. Versatility: Plate and frame filter press can be used for a variety of applications, including solid-liquid separation, clarification, and filtration.

Disadvantages of Plate and Frame Filter Press:

  1. High Capital Costs: Plate and frame filter press can be expensive to purchase and install, which may not be feasible for small-scale businesses.
  2. Time-Consuming: The process of changing the filter plates can be time-consuming, which can impact production time.
  3. High Energy Consumption: Plate and frame filter press can require a significant amount of energy to operate, which can result in higher energy costs.
  4. Limited Automation: Plate and frame filter press typically requires manual labor for operation, which can be a disadvantage for larger-scale production processes that require high levels of automation.(ask wikipedia)

In conclusion

Plate and frame filter press is an effective filtration equipment that has its advantages and disadvantages. It is essential to consider the specific requirements of your business before deciding whether it is the right equipment for you.

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