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Managing Mine Tailings: Filter Press Fabric for Effective Dewatering
In the mining industry, tailings management is essential. If tailings are not managed properly, the substances escape into the environment harming people and the water supply. In addition, businesses can incur penalties for poor management. So what are tailings, and how can they be managed? Tailings Management First, what are tailings? Tailings are a byproduct…
What is a Pulse Jet Bag Filter? Working Principle, Uses and More
This post explores the need-to-know information about pulse jet bag filters to increase your familiarity with the filter technology and its most effective implementations. Background Information A pulse jet bag filter is a type of air filtration device used to remove particulate matter from industrial gas streams. It consists of a series of fabric filter…
The Guide to Polypropylene Filter Fabrics and Their Applications
Polypropylene filter fabrics are highly versatile polymer plastics that are used in a wide range of filtration applications due to their excellent chemical resistance, low cost, and high durability. This post explores the most common applications of polypropylene, helping inform ways you can benefit from using the material as a filter fabric in your industry….
Filter Holdings Featured in Manufacturing Technology Insights Journal
Filter Holdings was recently awarded the “Top Industrial Filtration Solutions Provider of 2022” and was featured on the “Manufacturing Technology Insights” website, highlighting the company’s dedication to healthy workplaces. The site publicizes innovators within manufacturing, as well as informing the public about current industry developments. Timothy J. Purdie, CEO, Filter Holdings was praised for his…
Efficient Sub-Micron Filtration Using Unipore Surface Treatment
There are a number of filtration fabrics that successfully filter out unwanted particulates. For example, the pharmaceutical, food and chemical industries have an abundance of filtration requirements that ensure the purity and safety of their products. Furthermore, some industrial settings need to filter sub-micron or oily particles. Historically, this has been challenging to find filtration…
Dust Collectors for Concrete Plants: Which Filtration Media is Best?
If you operate a concrete plant, you know that managing the dust generated during production can be a major challenge. It can affect the health of workers who breathe in the particles, as well as cause environmental problems if not properly filtered. Several different types of filters can be used to control this problem, but…
The Complete Guide to Baghouse Filtration for Your Asphalt Plant
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued regulations that require all asphalt plants to meet emission standards if they produce more than 300 tons of product per year. Asphalt plants are required to install a particulate matter control system that is capable of reducing emissions by 95% when compared with the baseline condition. Many…
What Is the Difference Between Media and Membrane Filtration?
Media and membrane filtration are common systems in liquid and gas filtration. Whether you want a solution for Storm Water management, drinking water systems, wastewater treatment, or gas filtration, it’s crucial to understand the two systems to make an informed decision. In this post, we elaborate on the two filtration systems, their uses, and how…
A Guide to The Filter Press: How They Work, Uses, And More
Do you wonder if your operations could function better with a filter press? This post explains what a filter press is, how it functions, and the process of refining your filter press to improve productivity. What is a Filter Press? A filter press is a machine that separates liquids from solids. It is useful in…
Ethanol Filtration Systems: Everything You Need To Know
For years, the world has experienced global warming due to increased CO2 settling on the earth’s atmosphere causing global temperatures to rise. Fortunately, introducing Ethanol is a way to reduce CO2 production in cars, one of the main culprits of CO2 emissions. Ethanol is a biofuel, harvested from grains like corn or wheat, that is…