Filtration ResourcesMaximizing Throughput in Vacuum and Pressure Filtration
A large part of extracting commercially important compounds from various materials involves passing a type of solvent over the substance, then...
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Filtration ResourcesVent Filters: For Venting Applications and Keeping out Bacteria
Numerous industries have a necessity to keep things clean and sanitary. Filters are an efficient and cost effective way to keep dirt, dust, bacteria,...
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Filtration ResourcesTech Tips: Keeping Ahead of Pressure Drop
When particles of a known and defined size are removed via filtration, it is fairly easy to choose the right filter by simply selecting a pore size...
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Filtration ResourcesKeeping up with the new FDA Regulations on Food & Beverages; The Proof is in the Pudding (Or in this case, the filter!)
In 2015, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) signed off on new legislation to finalize the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), which requires...
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Filtration ResourcesWhat is SDI?
What is silt density index (SDI)? Silt density index (SDI) estimates the quantity of suspended solids and colloids inside of water. SDI is measured...
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Filtration ResourcesTech Tips: Cross Flow Velocity (CFV)
Q: What is Cross Flow Velocity? A: Cross flow velocity (CFV) is the linear velocity of the flow tangential to the membrane surface and is reported in...
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Filtration ResourcesWorking on a Love/Hate Relationship with the Surface Chemistry of Membrane Filters
Water, oils, and solvents sometimes need to be filtered. But when you see filters labeled as hydrophilic, hydrophobic, and now oleophobic; what does...
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Filtration ResourcesDon’t get Blinded when Using the Track-Etch Membrane Filters
Sterlitech’s polycarbonate and polyester track-etch membrane filters are a unique product that find use in numerous applications. They possess clean...
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