Process design for batch separations

In this chapter the equations and models previously described in detail (Wakeman and Tarleton, 2005 a) are summarised and brought together so that the various phases in a batch filter cycle can be related to one another and meaningful process engineering models obtained. These models facilitate sequential calculations to provide the basis for computer simulations. Whilst there is scope to predict the performance of most of the filter types described in Chapter 1, those shown in Table 6.1 are presented in sufficient detail to model their filter cycles. 

Section 6.1 describes the principal features of filter cycles in relation to common batch filters while Sections 6.2 and 6.3 present the equations required to 

Filter/press type Compression deliquoring Washing Gas deliquoring 

Single leaf (Nutsche) filter - pressure and vacuum Y Y 

Multi-element filter - horizontal and vertical leaf, candle Y Y 

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