This unique platform combines design features and materials of construction to provide ceramic membrane modules with exceptional performance for micofiltration (MF) and ultrafiltration (UF) applications.
The FMS4-3 | Small-scale Ceramic Membrane System
Pre-Engineered Ceramic Membrane System
The FMS4-3 System are pre-engineered ceramic membrane filtration systems for several industrial applications
Small-scale System Customized for Each Applications
The CeraMem FMS4-3 system is a unique pre-engineered ceramic membrane solution designed to provide standardization resulting in rapid delivery and cost benefits.
Each unit is supplied as a skidded industrial fed-batch crossflow membrane system and can be customized to fit specific requirements for a variety of industrial applications with smaller flow rates.
FMS4-3 | Approximate System Size and Weight Information
|
App. Dimensions | App. Dry Weights |
|---|---|---|
Main Membrane Skid |
8' L x 3' W x 9'H |
2,500 lbs. |
Pre-Filter Skid |
2.5' L x 1.5' W x 5' H |
300 lbs. |
Feed Tank |
10' H x 6' Dia. |
500 lbs. |
Permeate Tank |
9' H x 5' Dia. |
400 lbs. |
Total System Footprint |
20' L x 9' W x 10' H |
3,700 lbs. |
* - Requires only standard, over-the-road transport for shipping
FMS4-3 | Typical Flow with 2mm Membranes [gpm]
| # of Elements | 1 (w/10.7m²) | 2 (w/21.4m²) | 3 (w/32.1m²) |
|---|---|---|---|
Ship Bilgewater |
3.3 to 5.7 |
6.6 to 11.4 |
9.9 to 17 |
Caustic Degreaser |
2.9 to 5.7 |
5.7 to 11.4 |
8.5 to 17 |
Rolling Mill Emulsion |
1.9 to 5.7 |
3.8 to 11.4 |
5.7 to 17 |
Precipitated Metals |
3.3 to 7.1 |
6.6 to 14.2 |
9.9 to 21.3 |
Cutting Oil Emulsions |
1.9 to 5.7 |
3.8 to 11.4 |
5.7 to 17 |
Ind. Laundry Effluent |
4.3 to 8.1 |
8.5 to 16.1 |
12.8 to 24.1 |
Pumps: Feed pump = 10 HP Circulation pump = 15 HP
FMS4-3 | Typical Flow with 5mm Membranes [gpm]
| # of Elements | 1 (w/10.7m²) | 2 (w/21.4m²) | 3 (w/32.1m²) |
|---|---|---|---|
Ship Bilgewater |
1.6 to 2.7 |
3.1 to 5.3 |
4.7 to 8 |
Caustic Degreaser |
1.4 to 2.7 |
2.7 to 5.3 |
4 to 8 |
Rolling Mill Emulsion |
0.9 to 2.7 |
1.8 to 5.3 |
2.7 to 8 |
Precipitated Metals |
1.6 to 3.4 |
3.1 to 6.7 |
4.7 to 10 |
Cutting Oil Emulsions |
0.9 to 2.7 |
1.8 to 5.3 |
2.7 to 8 |
Ind. Laundry Effluent |
2 to 3.8 |
4 to 7.5 |
6 to 11.3 |
Pumps: Feed pump = 5 HP Circulation pump = 10 HP
Note: The tables above indicates the various production rates that apply for a range of applications. Numerous MF and UF CeraMem® ceramic membranes with varying pore sizes are available for installation.
Standard Features | FMS4-3 System
The FMS4-3 system is standard equipped with a pre-programmed PLC
- 200 to 500 micron pre-filter for removing coarse contaminants
- All required instruments and valves for operation
- Pre-programmed, factory commissioned NEMA4 electrical cabinet on the rack frame
- 1,000 gallon PE feed/CIP tank with oil skimmer*
- 500 gallon PE permeate tank
- The required feed and circulation pumping systems with local hand/off/auto control
- Required CIP dosing pumps and automatic back flush system
- (3) Pre-installed CeraMem full-scale ceramic membrane modules with 2mm or 5mm channels
- Pre-porgrammed Allen-Bradley® PLC with touch panel PC HMI
- Small assembled footprint with minimal field assembly required
- Pre-fabricated inter-skid pipe spools and raised frames require minimal floor preparation
- Operating temperature of 120° F continuous and up to 140° F for intermittent periods
* - Note: An oil skimmer may not be required for all applications with low or no free oil
Standard Options | FMS4-3 System
The FMS4-3 System utilizes up to (3)full-size, pre-installed CeraMem® ceramic membranes
- 2mm or 5mm channel sizes. Channel size will depend on influent contaminant loading, influent viscosity, process recovery required, and other criteria
- Choose 1,2 or 3 CeraMem ceramic membranes to be installed**
- Switch to PP tanks for higher temperature (150°F) than PE
- Use single feed and permeate tanks with distributions headers for multiple FMS4-3 membrane skids in parallel. This typically requires a separate CIP tank and some open/close valves
- Reactor tank with pH and ORP measurement, pH control loop and secondary dosing station as required for precipitation chemistry
- Influent and/or effluent flow meter for totalizing flows
- Influent and/or effluent analytical probe to determine removal efficiency or effluent quality, e.g. turbidity probe, or O&G probe
- Remove on/off level control and isntall PID level control valve on the feed tank
- Changle PLC type
- All-metal tanks and piping
** - Note: The FMS4-3 is designed with the appropriate sized pump system for 3 membranes