filter presses are characterized by their robust design and engineering. Designed to increased cake holding capacity by the use of screen. The use of screen greatly enhances the flow geometry of the plates. the innovative, rouge design optimized screen consists of an open filtration area that is 40% larger than the perforated screen design.

The Laboratory filtration tools range comprises of Constant Flow Kit, Constant Pressure Kit, SDI kit, Pressure Vessels, Bench top models of Cross flow system , MAS(MICROFILT automated strainer), Candle filter & Nutsche filter. These are completely bench scalable systems with flexibility to use any filtration media with multiple combination to arrive at optimum filtration system.

MICROFILT Pressure Vessels with varying sizes. It used for holding sterile /non-sterile liquids. Ideal accessories for filtration of small size batches.

• Standard various capacities are available 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 10, 25, 40, 50, 60, 100, 150, 200, 250 (litres).
• Customize capacities also available.

MICROFILT provide a SDI test kit is to assess the extent of suspended particulate (solids and colloidal) contamination in water & can be applied in process solutions also. A SLIT DENSITY INDEX (SDI), also referred to as Fouling Index. Although most systems have some pre-treatment these fine particles are responsible for the fouling of reverse osmosis membranes. In order to measure the degree of this fouling problem, a concept called Silt Density Index is used. High Index waters are measure of dirty, and contaminated, low index waters are clean and indicate suitability for the process. The SDI of the feed water is directly related to the filtration costs.

MICROFILT SDI Kit consist of:

• Inexpensive flow control kit.
• Calibration and shutdown are made much easier by using a valve to control the water flow.
• Pack of 25 membrane.
• Required Instruments, valves etc.

We provide Filter Holder which is completely disassembled so as to clean easily. Our Filter Holder allow you to seal the filter media by hand with tightening and locking wing nuts. Filter holder are of varying sizes 47mm, 90 mm, 142mm, 293 mm.

MICROFILT Filter Holder Consist of:

• This pad holder is completely disassembled which is easy for cleaning.
• Filtering small batches of liquid therefore use of separate pressure filtration vessel minimizes.
• Compact, user friendly & ideal for clean rooms.

Constant Pressure Kit can assist in determining the appropriate filtration system for a specific application at constant pressure. The Constant Pressure Kit requires only an electrical power source for the compressor & 3-4 feet of bench space.

MICROFILT Constant Pressure Kit consists of:

• Appropriate volume pressure vessel with accessories.
• Flat sheet holder for depth as well as surface filtration. Customized holders also can hold filter cakes.
• Required Instruments, valves etc.

Bench Top Cross Flow Filtration Kit consists of microfiltration ultrafiltration combination with nanofiltration. Designed to suit the critical requirement of industry specific application right from high end Biotech system to a very low end effluent treatment. This system contain ceramic and polymeric membrane varying molecular cut off rating depends on application.

• Useful for laboratory scale and pilot scale application.
• Easy to installation.
• Easy scalable.

Z Line housings have been designed for general purpose & cost effective filtration for industrial utility application. All housings are manufactured using corrosion resistant SS 316L or SS 304 grade steel other MOC is available as customer required. Housings are designed to accommodate 3 multiple rounds of cartridges with lengths varying from 10 to 40 and provides flexibility over a wide range of flow rates with minimal pressure drop. Housings can accommodate a multiple rounds of filter cartridges of 10", 20", 30" or 40" inches long. All gaskets and polymers compounded as per USFDA approved polymers.

Features

All wetted parts with customized MOC & Customized finish.

All housings with complete documentation which meets CGMP & FDA compliance.

Due to High grade surface finish low bacterial/particle adhesion & easy of cleanability is possible.

Optional Jacketing with thermostat feature it maintain temperature above condensation temperature.

Quick opening and closing of the dome hence less labor required.

Lenticular housings are designed for providing a robust solution for critical clarification and filtration applications with the help of CMDF module i.e. Charged Modified Depth Filter. Lenticular housings are made of high quality SS316L stainless steel, with internally with external polished finish surfaces. Housings come with gaskets and O-rings compounded only from FDA approved materials. For corrosive fluid we offer wetted part to be PP/PTFE/PVDF. The housing features swing bolt/clamp design for ease of opening and closing the housing dome. The housing also features a choice of Sanitary and Non-sanitary design. The Inlet and outlet end connections are either flanged or standard triclamp connections. The housing is capable of incorporating single or accommodative multiple modules to suit a wide range of required flow rates. Choice of CMDF (cellulose/ carbon) Module available as per custom design.

CMDF modules contains advanced cellulose based depth filtration media, designed to retain contaminants by both mechanical entrapment and electrokinetic adsorption. This filter media is made up of cellulose, Filter Aid and binder resin.

CMDF(Carbon) modules are comprised of highly porous activated carbon combined with cellulose fibers. This filter media is made up of cellulose, Carbon and binder resin.

FEATURES

All wetted parts with customized MOC & customized finish is possible.

Housings can accommodate multiple of filter modules of 8, 12 or 16 diameter, varying size of module available based on application.

All housings with complete documentation which meets CGMP and FDA compliance.

CIP and SIP capability for Pharmaceuticals/ Biotech requirements easy for cleaning process.

Substitute of Sparkler filter with CMDF (Carbon/Cellulose ) Filter Media.

Avoid the problem of sparkler filter.

The Candle Filters are, as all pressure filters, operating on a batch cycle. Candle Filters is the cylindrical shape of the elements that retain the formed cake. Candle Filters are very well suited for handling flammable, toxic and corrosive materials since they are enclosed and designed for hazardous environments when high pressure and safe operation are required. Candle Filters are available in various sizes. Candle Filter consists of three major components:

• The vessel
• The filtering elements
• The cake discharge mechanism

Backwash cycle is for remove the cake

Selection Criteria

Candle Filters are best selected:

• When minimum floor space.
• When the liquids are volatile and may not be subjected to vacuum.
• When there is a risk of environmental hazard
• Higher yield & catalyst recovery.
• When the cake may be discharged either dry or as a thickened slurry.

CATRECOTM

CATRECOTMis a MICROFILT system specifically designed to cater to filtration needs of organic process industries manufacturing fine chemicals, bulk drugs, drug intermediates, agrochemicals, dyes intermediates etc. CATRECOTMis bulk solid Recovery/removal System. Specific to recovery of catalysts for Hydrogenation which recycles the expensive catalysts used in the reaction.

Major system component of CATRECOTMinclude a Filtration Housing containing CANDLE filter / Vessel to house the filter element, The filter element, Connecting Ports (Inlet, Outlet, Drain, Recycle), Final polishing filter(optional), set of valves, instruments, PLC & control panel (for automatic system) all mounted on a skid for compactness and mobility. Candle Filter housing has been specifically designed to accommodate SS wedge wire, Metallic Sintered Powdered filter of variable heights required in chemical process, API & Industrial process for catalyst recovery, carbon removal & Cake Retention. These housings are fabricated in different configuration to accommodate with variable diameter and height.

FEATURES

Minimum hold up hence > 90% Solid recovery & No loss of precious catalyst/solid - higher yields.

Enclosed system which Reduce risk of operator exposure to hazardous Materials hence Safe and hygienic operation

Compact design

Re-usability of filter elements which reduces the filtration cost.

Backwash cycle hence Automated Filtration Cycle possible, Reduced filtration cleaning time & Reusability possible.

filter presses are characterized by their robust design and engineering. Designed to increased cake holding capacity by the use of screen. The use of screen greatly enhances the flow geometry of the plates. the innovative, rouge design optimized screen consists of an open filtration area that is 40% larger than the perforated screen design. This results in optimised flow path and enables full use of the filtration area. Increased filtration area directly results in increased flow. The fully enclosed design allows for CIP and SIP cleaning. Mechanical dehydration also results in higher yield and lowering of the residual moisture in the filter cake. The filter presses are precision machined for effective sealing to ensure zero leakage.

FEATURES

All wetted parts with customized MOC and Customized finish.

Completely enclosed & Scalable design

No undesirable product loss.

Option for automatic plate shifters and cleaning portals.

Easy assembly and dismantling processes & Easy cake washing possibility.

Unique geometry & enhance flow and optimal use of filtration area.

Precision machining to ensure perfect sealing.

CIP and SIP capability for Pharma, Food & Beverages industries.

Cross flow membrane filtration is pressure driven technology which is used for to separate/concentrate solids and molecules of colloidal size up to ions. In cross flow technology first the separation of suspended solid particle from inlet stream, For this mostly ceramic membrane is used. This is also called as MICROFILTRATION (MF). For further separation, fractionation and concentration of smaller molecules like protein, salt, sugar, colouring agent etc. Polymeric Spiral membrane is used.

In this system feed is pumped through the channels, inside the channels there is an active membrane layer. The membrane layer separate all the element being bigger than the membrane pores, filtrate is permeate through membrane layers and support. Boundary of formation of cake thickness is control by cross flow of retentate. Cross flow filtration kit consists of microfiltration, ultrafiltrtion combination with nanofiltration, designed to suit the critical requirement of industry specific application right from high end Biotech system to a very low end effluent treatment.

MICROFILT is one of the best leading providers of Cross-Flow Technology in process industry and deliver the Cross-Flow Filtration system which is specially designed according to various process and customer requirement.

Application

• Clarification of solutions from food , beverages & chemical industry as well as the biotechnology.
• Biomass and Endotoxin separation from fermentation broth.
• Used in filtration of highly demanding pharmaceutical, Bulk fermentation Process (antibiotics, food additives, ferments, enzymes) and biopharmaceutical (vaccines) applications.
• Continuous separation of catalyst from process solution.
• Used in separation of plasma, antibodies and fractionation of various factors from blood.
• Recycling of used CIP solutions.
• Concentration & diafiltration of protein solution, Sugars, sweeteners and derivatives.
• Purification or fractionating of dissolved substances in aqueous solution.
• Use in filtration and fractionation of various of Milk and dairy products.
• FEATURES
• Recirculation of Retentate hence continuous process.
• Feed is flow tangential direction thereof Filtration is faster & more efficient & More flexible.
• Automatic back flush system hence Simple & efficient cleaning procedure & Smooth Filtration.
• Prevent the formation of cake which give high filtrate recovery.
• Process feed i.e. retentate remains in the form of mobile slurry (concentrated form) suitable for further processing.
• Use of ceramic & spiral membrane all these are Chemical & thermal stable, Low trend fouling & Resistance towards various solvent.

CMDF filter modules contains advanced cellulose based depth filtration media, designed to retain contaminants by both mechanical entrapment and electrokinetic adsorption. CMDF filter media is composed of high surface area filter aids embedded in a cellulose fiber matrix. The manufacturing process involves forming a filter matrix with an interconnected filtration structure with charged electro-kinetic capture mechanism. This results in porous and tortuous network capable of removing bacteria, particulate, cellular debris and submicron contaminants to a level which mechanical screening alone cannot achieve. Microfilt CMDF Module filter is available in 9 cell, 12 cell, 14 cell, 16 cell and as per customer requirement. Microfilt CMDF series filters are made for a broad field of solid liquid separation applications. The technology is designed for high service life of filter media and equipment. Its high filtration performance, top manufacturing quality and comprehensive set of certificates meet the high standards sensitive applications.

FEATURES

Pre-extracted inorganic filter aid.

Easy-to-install module for rapid change-out, easy to use, reduces labour costs, positive sealing mechanism.

Variety of module sizes and filtration surface areas, Flexible options for all flow requirements.

The advanced manufacturing process control results in very uniform filtration media and consistent lot-to-lot performance.

More than three times the strength of competitive media to withstand multiple steaming and hot water sanitization cycles.

Haze and particle removal even smaller than the mechanical rating alone.

Application

• Removal of haziness from various chemicals, alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages, Pharmaceuticals, solvents.
• Biomass removal from the biological preparations.
• Used in filtration of various enzymes, protein solutions & various Biologicals.
• Solid/Liquid separations.

SDI test kit is to assess the extent of suspended particulate (solids and colloidal) contamination in water & can be applied in process solutions also. A SLIT DENSITY INDEX (SDI), also referred to as Fouling Index. Although most systems have some pre-treatment these fine particles are responsible for the fouling of reverse osmosis membranes.

filter presses are characterized by their robust design and engineering. Designed to increased cake holding capacity by the use of screen. The use of screen greatly enhances the flow geometry of the plates. the innovative, rouge design optimized screen consists of an open filtration area that is 40% larger than the perforated screen design.

The Laboratory filtration tools range comprises of Constant Flow Kit, Constant Pressure Kit, SDI kit, Pressure Vessels, Bench top models of Cross flow system , MAS(MICROFILT automated strainer), Candle filter & Nutsche filter. These are completely bench scalable systems with flexibility to use any filtration media with multiple combination to arrive at optimum filtration system.

MICROFILT Pressure Vessels with varying sizes. It used for holding sterile /non-sterile liquids. Ideal accessories for filtration of small size batches.

• Standard various capacities are available 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 10, 25, 40, 50, 60, 100, 150, 200, 250 (litres).
• Customize capacities also available.

MICROFILT provide a SDI test kit is to assess the extent of suspended particulate (solids and colloidal) contamination in water & can be applied in process solutions also. A SLIT DENSITY INDEX (SDI), also referred to as Fouling Index. Although most systems have some pre-treatment these fine particles are responsible for the fouling of reverse osmosis membranes. In order to measure the degree of this fouling problem, a concept called Silt Density Index is used. High Index waters are measure of dirty, and contaminated, low index waters are clean and indicate suitability for the process. The SDI of the feed water is directly related to the filtration costs.

MICROFILT SDI Kit consist of:

• Inexpensive flow control kit.
• Calibration and shutdown are made much easier by using a valve to control the water flow.
• Pack of 25 membrane.
• Required Instruments, valves etc.

We provide Filter Holder which is completely disassembled so as to clean easily. Our Filter Holder allow you to seal the filter media by hand with tightening and locking wing nuts. Filter holder are of varying sizes 47mm, 90 mm, 142mm, 293 mm.

MICROFILT Filter Holder Consist of:

• This pad holder is completely disassembled which is easy for cleaning.
• Filtering small batches of liquid therefore use of separate pressure filtration vessel minimizes.
• Compact, user friendly & ideal for clean rooms.

Constant Pressure Kit can assist in determining the appropriate filtration system for a specific application at constant pressure. The Constant Pressure Kit requires only an electrical power source for the compressor & 3-4 feet of bench space.

MICROFILT Constant Pressure Kit consists of:

• Appropriate volume pressure vessel with accessories.
• Flat sheet holder for depth as well as surface filtration. Customized holders also can hold filter cakes.
• Required Instruments, valves etc.

Bench Top Cross Flow Filtration Kit consists of microfiltration ultrafiltration combination with nanofiltration. Designed to suit the critical requirement of industry specific application right from high end Biotech system to a very low end effluent treatment. This system contain ceramic and polymeric membrane varying molecular cut off rating depends on application.

• Useful for laboratory scale and pilot scale application.
• Easy to installation.
• Easy scalable.

Z Line housings have been designed for general purpose & cost effective filtration for industrial utility application. All housings are manufactured using corrosion resistant SS 316L or SS 304 grade steel other MOC is available as customer required. Housings are designed to accommodate 3 multiple rounds of cartridges with lengths varying from 10 to 40 and provides flexibility over a wide range of flow rates with minimal pressure drop. Housings can accommodate a multiple rounds of filter cartridges of 10", 20", 30" or 40" inches long. All gaskets and polymers compounded as per USFDA approved polymers.

Features

All wetted parts with customized MOC & Customized finish.

All housings with complete documentation which meets CGMP & FDA compliance.

Due to High grade surface finish low bacterial/particle adhesion & easy of cleanability is possible.

Optional Jacketing with thermostat feature it maintain temperature above condensation temperature.

Quick opening and closing of the dome hence less labor required.

Lenticular housings are designed for providing a robust solution for critical clarification and filtration applications with the help of CMDF module i.e. Charged Modified Depth Filter. Lenticular housings are made of high quality SS316L stainless steel, with internally with external polished finish surfaces. Housings come with gaskets and O-rings compounded only from FDA approved materials. For corrosive fluid we offer wetted part to be PP/PTFE/PVDF. The housing features swing bolt/clamp design for ease of opening and closing the housing dome. The housing also features a choice of Sanitary and Non-sanitary design. The Inlet and outlet end connections are either flanged or standard triclamp connections. The housing is capable of incorporating single or accommodative multiple modules to suit a wide range of required flow rates. Choice of CMDF (cellulose/ carbon) Module available as per custom design.

CMDF modules contains advanced cellulose based depth filtration media, designed to retain contaminants by both mechanical entrapment and electrokinetic adsorption. This filter media is made up of cellulose, Filter Aid and binder resin.

CMDF(Carbon) modules are comprised of highly porous activated carbon combined with cellulose fibers. This filter media is made up of cellulose, Carbon and binder resin.

FEATURES

All wetted parts with customized MOC & customized finish is possible.

Housings can accommodate multiple of filter modules of 8, 12 or 16 diameter, varying size of module available based on application.

All housings with complete documentation which meets CGMP and FDA compliance.

CIP and SIP capability for Pharmaceuticals/ Biotech requirements easy for cleaning process.

Substitute of Sparkler filter with CMDF (Carbon/Cellulose ) Filter Media.

Avoid the problem of sparkler filter.

The Candle Filters are, as all pressure filters, operating on a batch cycle. Candle Filters is the cylindrical shape of the elements that retain the formed cake. Candle Filters are very well suited for handling flammable, toxic and corrosive materials since they are enclosed and designed for hazardous environments when high pressure and safe operation are required. Candle Filters are available in various sizes. Candle Filter consists of three major components:

• The vessel
• The filtering elements
• The cake discharge mechanism

Backwash cycle is for remove the cake

Selection Criteria

Candle Filters are best selected:

• When minimum floor space.
• When the liquids are volatile and may not be subjected to vacuum.
• When there is a risk of environmental hazard
• Higher yield & catalyst recovery.
• When the cake may be discharged either dry or as a thickened slurry.

CATRECOTM

CATRECOTMis a MICROFILT system specifically designed to cater to filtration needs of organic process industries manufacturing fine chemicals, bulk drugs, drug intermediates, agrochemicals, dyes intermediates etc. CATRECOTMis bulk solid Recovery/removal System. Specific to recovery of catalysts for Hydrogenation which recycles the expensive catalysts used in the reaction.

Major system component of CATRECOTMinclude a Filtration Housing containing CANDLE filter / Vessel to house the filter element, The filter element, Connecting Ports (Inlet, Outlet, Drain, Recycle), Final polishing filter(optional), set of valves, instruments, PLC & control panel (for automatic system) all mounted on a skid for compactness and mobility. Candle Filter housing has been specifically designed to accommodate SS wedge wire, Metallic Sintered Powdered filter of variable heights required in chemical process, API & Industrial process for catalyst recovery, carbon removal & Cake Retention. These housings are fabricated in different configuration to accommodate with variable diameter and height.

FEATURES

Minimum hold up hence > 90% Solid recovery & No loss of precious catalyst/solid - higher yields.

Enclosed system which Reduce risk of operator exposure to hazardous Materials hence Safe and hygienic operation

Compact design

Re-usability of filter elements which reduces the filtration cost.

Backwash cycle hence Automated Filtration Cycle possible, Reduced filtration cleaning time & Reusability possible.

filter presses are characterized by their robust design and engineering. Designed to increased cake holding capacity by the use of screen. The use of screen greatly enhances the flow geometry of the plates. the innovative, rouge design optimized screen consists of an open filtration area that is 40% larger than the perforated screen design. This results in optimised flow path and enables full use of the filtration area. Increased filtration area directly results in increased flow. The fully enclosed design allows for CIP and SIP cleaning. Mechanical dehydration also results in higher yield and lowering of the residual moisture in the filter cake. The filter presses are precision machined for effective sealing to ensure zero leakage.

FEATURES

All wetted parts with customized MOC and Customized finish.

Completely enclosed & Scalable design

No undesirable product loss.

Option for automatic plate shifters and cleaning portals.

Easy assembly and dismantling processes & Easy cake washing possibility.

Unique geometry & enhance flow and optimal use of filtration area.

Precision machining to ensure perfect sealing.

CIP and SIP capability for Pharma, Food & Beverages industries.

Cross flow membrane filtration is pressure driven technology which is used for to separate/concentrate solids and molecules of colloidal size up to ions. In cross flow technology first the separation of suspended solid particle from inlet stream, For this mostly ceramic membrane is used. This is also called as MICROFILTRATION (MF). For further separation, fractionation and concentration of smaller molecules like protein, salt, sugar, colouring agent etc. Polymeric Spiral membrane is used.

In this system feed is pumped through the channels, inside the channels there is an active membrane layer. The membrane layer separate all the element being bigger than the membrane pores, filtrate is permeate through membrane layers and support. Boundary of formation of cake thickness is control by cross flow of retentate. Cross flow filtration kit consists of microfiltration, ultrafiltrtion combination with nanofiltration, designed to suit the critical requirement of industry specific application right from high end Biotech system to a very low end effluent treatment.

MICROFILT is one of the best leading providers of Cross-Flow Technology in process industry and deliver the Cross-Flow Filtration system which is specially designed according to various process and customer requirement.

Application

• Clarification of solutions from food , beverages & chemical industry as well as the biotechnology.
• Biomass and Endotoxin separation from fermentation broth.
• Used in filtration of highly demanding pharmaceutical, Bulk fermentation Process (antibiotics, food additives, ferments, enzymes) and biopharmaceutical (vaccines) applications.
• Continuous separation of catalyst from process solution.
• Used in separation of plasma, antibodies and fractionation of various factors from blood.
• Recycling of used CIP solutions.
• Concentration & diafiltration of protein solution, Sugars, sweeteners and derivatives.
• Purification or fractionating of dissolved substances in aqueous solution.
• Use in filtration and fractionation of various of Milk and dairy products.
• FEATURES
• Recirculation of Retentate hence continuous process.
• Feed is flow tangential direction thereof Filtration is faster & more efficient & More flexible.
• Automatic back flush system hence Simple & efficient cleaning procedure & Smooth Filtration.
• Prevent the formation of cake which give high filtrate recovery.
• Process feed i.e. retentate remains in the form of mobile slurry (concentrated form) suitable for further processing.
• Use of ceramic & spiral membrane all these are Chemical & thermal stable, Low trend fouling & Resistance towards various solvent.

CMDF filter modules contains advanced cellulose based depth filtration media, designed to retain contaminants by both mechanical entrapment and electrokinetic adsorption. CMDF filter media is composed of high surface area filter aids embedded in a cellulose fiber matrix. The manufacturing process involves forming a filter matrix with an interconnected filtration structure with charged electro-kinetic capture mechanism. This results in porous and tortuous network capable of removing bacteria, particulate, cellular debris and submicron contaminants to a level which mechanical screening alone cannot achieve. Microfilt CMDF Module filter is available in 9 cell, 12 cell, 14 cell, 16 cell and as per customer requirement. Microfilt CMDF series filters are made for a broad field of solid liquid separation applications. The technology is designed for high service life of filter media and equipment. Its high filtration performance, top manufacturing quality and comprehensive set of certificates meet the high standards sensitive applications.

FEATURES

Pre-extracted inorganic filter aid.

Easy-to-install module for rapid change-out, easy to use, reduces labour costs, positive sealing mechanism.

Variety of module sizes and filtration surface areas, Flexible options for all flow requirements.

The advanced manufacturing process control results in very uniform filtration media and consistent lot-to-lot performance.

More than three times the strength of competitive media to withstand multiple steaming and hot water sanitization cycles.

Haze and particle removal even smaller than the mechanical rating alone.

Application

• Removal of haziness from various chemicals, alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages, Pharmaceuticals, solvents.
• Biomass removal from the biological preparations.
• Used in filtration of various enzymes, protein solutions & various Biologicals.
• Solid/Liquid separations.

SDI test kit is to assess the extent of suspended particulate (solids and colloidal) contamination in water & can be applied in process solutions also. A SLIT DENSITY INDEX (SDI), also referred to as Fouling Index. Although most systems have some pre-treatment these fine particles are responsible for the fouling of reverse osmosis membranes.