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User Manual
The functions that are handled by the control system typically include: automated start-up/
shut-down of pumps, opening/ closing of critical valves, timed processes, emergency
procedures, data recording and transmission (such as to a Supervisory Control and Data
Acquisition or SCADA system).
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Measuring equipment/ instrumentation
Pressure and flow indicators/ transmitters, pressure regulators, as well as various water
quality measuring devices such as turbidimeters, pH meters, thermometers, etc are all
essential for the proper running of a UF system.
Pressure and flow measuring equipment, especially, are crucial as indicators of the basic
operational “health” of the system. Data from these equipment should be regularly
transmitted to the control system for assessment and storage.
Key pressure readings include: feed, concentrate, filtrate and pump discharge pressures.
Key flow readings include: feed, concentrate, filtrate and back flush flows.
