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Separation and Membrane Systems
News Release from: Hydromantis | Subject: GPS-X
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 25 February 2004
Membrane Bioreactors now in wastewater
simulator
Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) technology is increasingly popular for the treatment of wastewaters in both the industrial and municipal sectors: Hydromantis has developed a robust MBR simulation tool
Hydromantis of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada has announced the release of its first Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) unit process model Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) technology is becoming an increasingly popular choice for the treatment of wastewaters in both the industrial and municipal sectors
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 11 Nov 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Recognizing this, Hydromantis has developed a robust MBR simulation tool.
This new dynamic MBR model was developed using a mechanistic approach which combines the robust IWA activated sludge models (ASM1, ASM2d, etc) with a sophisticated membrane resistance model.
Dr Spencer Snowling, R and D Manager, is excited about the inclusion of the new MBR model into GPS-X.
"The old method of modeling MBRs with a plug-flow tank and solids separator has proven to be a problem for some of our users.
In many cases, this simplistic approach does not adequately capture the sophisticated behaviour of MBR processes.
Our users have asked for a more detailed MBR model, which can predict membrane flux, resistance and fouling.
We have worked hard to develop a robust MBR model that meets these needs.
The new MBR model is detailed enough to capture complex system behaviour, yet is straight-forward to set up and calibrate.
It can be combined with GPS-X powerful advanced optimisation functions to create a useful and valuable MBR design and analysis tool.
The addition of this new feature continues to keep GPS-X on the cutting edge of wastewater simulation technology" says Snowling.
To download a free evaluation copy of GPS-X Version 4.1, including our new MBR model, visit the website.
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