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News Release from: Koch Membrane Systems | Subject: Puron modules
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 20 September 2005
Puron membrane bioreactor treatment of
wastewater
Koch Membrane Systems will showcase their Puron submerged membrane modules for membrane bioreactor (MBR) treatment of municipal and industrial wastewater, at the UK IWEX 2005 Exhibition
Koch Membrane Systems (KMS), a world-class developer and manufacturer of innovative membrane filtration systems, offers Puron submerged membrane modules for membrane bioreactor (MBR) treatment of municipal and industrial wastewater These technologically advanced membrane modules significantly improve water quality, while utilising less space than conventional alternatives
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 20 Apr 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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The extremely effective Puron aeration system from KMS ensures optimal solids management, high flow rate and reliable operation, while using up to 50 percent less energy than other MBR systems.
Membrane bioreactors with submerged membrane modules are increasingly used for some of the toughest wastewater treatment applications, including sewage treatment for municipalities, and treatment of wastewater for malt beverage, textile, food, paper and chemicals industries.
By using MBR to recycle process water, industrial companies cut wastewater disposal costs and reduce consumption of fresh water.
A proprietary feature of the Puron module from KMS is the air nozzle, which discharges air from the centre of each fibre bundle at the base.
The combination of rising air bubbles, the resulting hydraulic cross flow and the seaweed-like movement of the membrane filters comprise an energy efficient process that ensures that even sludge, hair and other fibrous components are dislodged from the membranes and moved safely out of the system.
The patented design of the Puron membrane module provides reliable removal of filtered substances.
Hollow fibre membranes, 2 mm in diameter, with a pore size of less than 0.1 microns, are bundled in a single header at their lower end.
Each individual hollow fibre membrane filter is sealed at the upper end and allowed to float freely.
The membrane is coated on a braid increasing the mechanical strength of each fibre to ensure that the fibres will not break or delaminate during operation.
Water flows from the outside to the inside of the filters.
Solids and particulates, including bacteria, are blocked by the membrane and remain on the outside, while permeate is withdrawn from the inside of the fibres.
At IWEX 2005, the UK wastewater event, taking place from 18-20 October at the National Exhibition Centre, Koch Membrane Systems will be located on Booth C95.
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