Upflow clarifier

Details Upflow clarifier Upflow clarifier

1996-09-16

1997-10-14

Fortuna, Ana

Liquid purification or separation

Casing divided by membrane into sections having inlet

Energy recovery from treated liquid

21032172, 21032179, 2103232, 210521, 210299, 210295, B01D 6300, B01D 1200

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056768346

ABSTRACT:
An upflow clarifier comprises an enclosure defining a bounded volume for holding liquid. An inlet is coupled to the enclosure, and an outlet is coupled to the enclosure above the inlet. A barrier is provided in the enclosure, between the inlet and the outlet. The barrier has a plurality of apertures therethrough, and the barrier defines an upper compartment above the barrier and a lower compartment below the barrier. A plurality of filter membranes are respectively mounted to the apertures, wherein liquid flowing through the apertures flows through the filter membranes. The filter membranes extend upwardly from the barrier.

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