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General Description
3.1
The microfiltration process
The Katadyn filter element is based on the functional principle of depth filtration. Filtration is a
process
of separation that can be produced by the mechanical and physical force of the
ceramic structure.
Thus, sediment and microorganisms are retained in the small pores of the
ceramic material. This
filtration effect is dependent on the size of the pores and the thickness of
the ceramic layer. Depth
filtration has a particular characteristic: Even particles smaller than the
total pore size are retained on
the inside of the ceramic based on the principle of adsorption.
Katadyn ceramic filters are made from
various natural raw materials of the highest quality
standard. As such, we can attain a nominal pore
size of 0.2 µm with insignificant variations.
3.2
Primary features of mobile microfiltration
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Reliable treatment and filtration
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Robust design
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Low maintenance costs
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Simple cleaning by hand with a brush
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Stand-alone operation: no electricity or other infrastructure needed
3.3
Primary uses for microfiltration
Civil protection, military
(drinking water, emergency water supplies
)
Drinking water
(groundwater, spring water, surface water)
Beverage industry
(drinking water, processing water, rinsing water)
Food industry
(water for manufacturing, rinse water)
Milk processing
(water for processing at dairies and cheese-making facilities)
Agriculture
(Water for livestock, feed lot operation)
Mountain restaurants, huts
(drinking water, washing water)
