Filter Press

FILTER PRESS
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WHAT IS A FILTER PRESS?
A filter press is a separation process and equipment used for
solid-liquid separation. It consists of a series of plates with
filter cloths in between.
A slurry is pumped into the press, and the liquid is separated
from the solids by applying pressure, typically hydraulic.
The solids are retained as a cake on the filter cloths, and the
filtered liquid, called filtrate, is collected.
Filter presses are commonly used in industries like
wastewater treatment, mining, and chemical processing to
remove solids from liquids.

HOW MANY TYPE OF FILTERPRESS?
Filter presses come in various types, each designed for specific applications and filtration needs. Some common types of filter presses
include:
1. Plate and Frame Filter Press: This is one of the most common types. It consists of a series of filter plates and frames that are pressed together to form a filtration chamber.
2. Recessed Plate Filter Press: In this type, the plates have a recessed area in the middle where the filter cake is formed, allowing for higher capacity.
3. Membrane Filter Press: These filter presses have flexible membranes between the plates to squeeze the filter cake further, reducing moisture content.
4. Chamber Filter Press: These presses have a chamber or space between the plates where the filter cake is formed, resulting in drier cakes.
5. Belt Filter Press: Instead of plates, this type uses two continuous belts to dewater sludge or slurry.
6. Drum Filter Press: In this design, the filtration occurs on the outer surface of a rotating drum.
7. Pressure Filter: These are designed to operate under high pressure and are used in applications such as chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
8. Vacuum Filter: These filter presses use a vacuum to draw liquid through the filter medium.
9. Batch Filter Press: These are designed for intermittent filtration of smaller quantities.
10. Automatic Filter Press: Equipped with automation features, these filter presses can operate with minimal manual intervention.
The choice of filter press type depends on factors like the nature of the slurry or liquid being filtered, desired moisture content in the filter cake, and the scale of the
filtration process.
IN OUR FACTORY THERE ARE THREE TYPE OF FILTERPRESS
1. Plate and Frame Filter Press: This is one of the most common types. It
consists of a series of filter plates and frames that are pressed together to form
a filtration chamber.
2. Recessed Plate Filter Press: In this type, the plates have a recessed area in the
middle where the filter cake is formed, allowing for higher capacity.
3. Membrane Filter Press: These filter presses have flexible membranes

between the plates to squeeze the filter cake further, reducing moisture content.
1.
Plate and Frame Filter Press:
This is one of the most common

types. It consists of a series of
filter plates and frames that are
pressed together to form a
filtration chamber.
2.
Recessed Plate Filter Press:
In this type, the plates have a

recessed area in the middle
where the filter cake is formed,
allowing for higher capacity.
3.
Membrane Filter Press:
These filter presses have flexible

membranes between the plates
to squeeze the filter cake further,
reducing moisture content.
SCHEMATIC FLOW DIAGRAM OF FILTER PRESS
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF FILTER PRESS
WORKING PRINCIPLE OF FILTER PRESS
An industrial filter press is a device used for separating solids from liquids in various processes. Its working principle involves
the following steps:
 Feeding: The mixture of solids and liquids, often referred to as slurry, is introduced into the filter press through a feed pump or gravity.
 Filtration: The slurry passes through a series of filter plates that are coated with filter cloth. These plates are stacked together, leaving a
space for the filtrate (liquid) to flow through.
 Pressure: Hydraulic or mechanical pressure is applied to the filter plates, compressing the filter cake (solid particles) and reducing the
volume of the chamber. This pressure helps in separating the liquid from the solids.
 Filtrate collection: The liquid, known as filtrate, exits the filter press through outlets or channels in the filter plates and is collected for
further processing or disposal.
 Cake removal: Once the filtration process is complete, the solid cake formed between the filter plates can be easily removed, often by
manually or mechanically opening the press.
 Cleaning: The filter plates are cleaned, and the process can be repeated for the next batch of slurry.
The filter press works on the principle of mechanical separation through pressure and filtration, making it an efficient and widely used method for
dewatering and separating solids from liquids in various industrial applications, including wastewater treatment, chemical processes, mining, and
more.
WHAT TYPE OF PROBLEM HAVE FACED? HOW DO YOU FIX THEM?
FILTER CLOTH ISSUE (CLOGGING,TEARS OR HOLE) REGULAR INSPECTION AND CLEANING

REGULARLY INSPECT HYDRAULIC
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PROBLEMS (LEAKING
COMPONENTS, REPLACE DAMAGED SEALS, AND
SEALS,LOW PRESSURE)
MAINTAIN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
REALIGN THE PLATES, SECURE THEM PROPERLY,
PLATE MISALIGNMENT AND ENSURE EVEN PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION
DURING OPERATION.
REGULARLY MAINTAIN AND SERVICE THE FEED
PUMP AND VALVE PROBLEMS
PUMP AND CONTROL VALVES
PLATE SLIDING RAIL TRACK PROBLEM REPLACING THE TRACK SHEET
ADJUSTING PRESSURE THROUGH THE LEVER OF

LOCK-NUT JAMMING ISSUE
HYDRAULIC POWER PAC
HYDRAULIC PIPE DAMAGE PROBLEM HYDRAULIC PIPE REPAIRING & REPLACEMENT
INSPECTING POWER PAC AND MAINLY

HYDRAULIC POWER PAC PRESSURE PROBLEM
REPLACING FRESH HYDRAULIC OIL
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FILTER PRESS

solid-liquid separation. It consists of a series of plates with

filter cloths in between.

A slurry is pumped into the press, and the liquid is separated

from the solids by applying pressure, typically hydraulic.

filtered liquid, called filtrate, is collected.

Filter presses are commonly used in industries like

wastewater treatment, mining, and chemical processing to

remove solids from liquids.

3. Membrane Filter Press: These filter presses have flexible membranes

Plate and Frame Filter Press:

This is one of the most common

Recessed Plate Filter Press:

In this type, the plates have a

Membrane Filter Press:

These filter presses have flexible

FILTER CLOTH ISSUE (CLOGGING,TEARS OR HOLE) REGULAR INSPECTION AND CLEANING

PLATE SLIDING RAIL TRACK PROBLEM REPLACING THE TRACK SHEET

ADJUSTING PRESSURE THROUGH THE LEVER OF

HYDRAULIC PIPE DAMAGE PROBLEM HYDRAULIC PIPE REPAIRING & REPLACEMENT

INSPECTING POWER PAC AND MAINLY

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