Manual Mobile Algae Filtration - Unit (MAF-unit, 140923-00005)

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Manual
Mobile Algae Filtration - unit
(MAF-unit, 140923-00005)
Van Houtven Diane / Vanhoof Filip
SCT/1310383/DVH-FVH/dvh/15-043
October 2015
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Summary
SUMMARY
Figure 1: MAF- unit
De MAF-unit is a membrane filtration circuit of type MBR (membrane Bio Reactor). It is constructed
for India to test different membranes. The maximum membranes the test bench can contain is 3.
Therefore, 3 modules will control and measure the membranes. One module consists of a pressure
sensor, a flowmeter, a peristaltic pump (rotates right and left). This module is connected to a
membrane frame.
Mefias®-software is used for the process control, it is communicating with the compactFieldPoint-
modules van National Instruments in the electro-box.
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Summary _______________________________________________________________________ I
Table of Contents ________________________________________________________________ II
List of Tables & Figures ___________________________________________________________ IV
List of Symbols __________________________________________________________________ V
CHAPTER 1 General Overview ___________________________________________________ 1

1.1. Process description 1
1.2. P&ID 2
1.3. Explanation 2
1.4. Technical description 3
1.4.1. Components ________________________________________________________ 3
1.4.2. Necessary facilities ___________________________________________________ 5
CHAPTER 2 Start-up____________________________________________________________ 6
2.1. General 6
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2.1.1. Microsoft Windows settings __________________________________________ 6
2.1.2. Windows® Explorer ___________________________________________________ 6
2.2. Set-up of the skid 7
2.2.1. Connection laptop to Fieldpoint _________________________________________ 7
2.2.2. Pump settings _______________________________________________________ 7
2.2.3. Installation the IPC membranes _________________________________________ 7
2.2.4. Start the influent ____________________________________________________ 8
CHAPTER 3 Mefias®-software ____________________________________________________ 9

3.1. Software 9
3.2. Steady-state regime 12
3.2.1. The program sequences ______________________________________________ 12
3.2.2. Parameter follow-up_________________________________________________ 13
3.2.3. P&ID and actual parameters __________________________________________ 15
3.2.4. Alarm logging ______________________________________________________ 15
3.2.5. Programming level __________________________________________________ 16
3.3. Ending a test 18
3.4. Overview of the programs 18
CHAPTER 4 troubleshooting ____________________________________________________ 20

4.1. Installation has halted 20
4.2. Membrane broken 20
4.3. No permeate 20
4.4. Trans membrane pressure is too high 20
II
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 5 Safety ____________________________________________________________ 21
CHAPTER 6 Epilogue __________________________________________________________ 22
III
List of Tables & Figures
LIST OF TABLES & FIGURES
Table 1: Components A ___________________________________________________________ 3

Table 2: Components B____________________________________________________________ 4
Figure 1: MAF- unit ________________________________________________________________ I

Figure 2: Process flow diagram of the MAF- unit ________________________________________ 1
Figure 3: P&ID of the MAF-unit _____________________________________________________ 2
Figure 4: Folder structure __________________________________________________________ 6
Figure 5: Connecting the laptop to the Fieldpoint _______________________________________ 7
Figure 6: Installation of the IPC membranes ___________________________________________ 8
Figure 7: Overview of the Mefias®-software before start-up ______________________________ 10
Figure 8: Load the program _______________________________________________________ 10
Figure 9: Program sequences ______________________________________________________ 10
Figure 10: Module data with 3 membrane plates ______________________________________ 11
Figure 11: Module button ________________________________________________________ 11
Figure 12: Program in steady-state regime ___________________________________________ 12
Figure 13: Visualisation of selected parameters _______________________________________ 13
Figure 14. History files ___________________________________________________________ 14
Figure 15: P&ID _________________________________________________________________ 15
Figure 16: Overview of the last alarms _______________________________________________ 16
Figure 17: Program listing_________________________________________________________ 18
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List of Symbols
LIST OF SYMBOLS
MAF Mobile Algae Filtration

P&ID Process & instrumentation diagram
TMP Trans Membrane Pressure. This is defined as the mean pressure over the membrane
minus the pressure at the permeate site.
dP differential Pressure. This is the pressure difference between the in and out of the
membrane .
DO Digital Output
DI Digital Input
TR Trigger
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CHAPTER 1 General Overview
CHAPTER 1 GENERAL OVERVIEW
1.1. PROCESS DESCRIPTION
Process Flow Diagram

Mobile Algea Filtration unit level
temperature
Permeate 3
Presuure Flow measurement Pump 2
2 directions Permeate 3
measurement directions
Permeate 2 Flow measurement

Presuure Pump 2
Permeate 1 Flow measurement

Presuure Pump 2
membrane 3
membrane 2
membrane 1
Pressure
Flow measurement
regulator
Pressure
Flow measurement
regulator
Air
pressure
Feed pump
Pressure switch
Figure 2: Process flow diagram of the MAF- unit
This bioreactor is of the type submerged membrane bioreactor (MBR) containing 3 membranes
(plate). The membrane position in the reactor is very important. (see 1.3. )
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1.2. P&ID
Piping & Instrumentation Diagram

Mobile Algea Filtration unit
Silicone slang 6x3
Silicone slang 6x3
FI-1 FI-2
0,4 – 2 0,4 – 2 PU tubing 8x5,5

Nm³/h Nm³/h
LT-1 PU tubing 8x5,5
PU tubing 8x5,5
TT-1
PIT-3 FIT-3 P-3

V-1 V-2 Permeate 3
R-1 R-2
4 bar 4 bar
PIT-2 FIT-2 P-2

Permeate 2
Air
pressure
Filtratie membraan
Filtratie membraan
Filtratie membraan
PS
PIT-1 FIT-1 P-1

Permeate 1
Algea reactor
P-4
Feed Pump Vito-SCT

Mobile Algea Filtration unit
000141 01
datum opgemaakt door
03/09/2014 Jef Verheyden
v. 1 blad 1/1
Figure 3: P&ID of the MAF-unit
1.3. EXPLANATION
The airflow under the membranes, is supplied in order to keep the membranes clean at the
outside, a continuous airflow of about 0,3 Nm³/h per aeration tube must be applied on the flow
indicators FI-1 and FI-2.
The algae reactor should be filled with the necessary quantity of algae influent. The level of the
algae reactor tank is controlled by the position of the level sensor (LT-1). The algae influent is
added by means of influent pump P-4. The flow rate of pump P-4 can be varied manually by turning
the potentiometer knob on the controller of pump P-4. Influent is added when the liquid level of
the reactor is below the level sensor. A delay time is implemented in order to prevent pulsation of
pump P-4. When the high level is not reached within 2 minutes, the installation stops working (this
will probably be due to lack of influent).
The flow of the permeates, caused by the permeate pumps P-1, P-2 and P-3, is measured by means
of the flow meter FIT-1, FIT-2 and FIT-3. This measurement is used to calculate the actual flux
through the membrane. Under-pressure in the permeate pipes are measured by means of the
pressure transmitters PIT-1, PIT-2 and PIT-3. These results are used for the calculation of the TMP
(transmembrane pressure).
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In the algae reactor, 1 to 3 membrane IPC plates are applied. If a plate is removed, the hose should
be shut off and the plate should be replaced by a dummy plate. The purpose of this dummy plate is
to lead the air bubbles along the other membranes in order to clean them. Best is to keep the
middle plate and to replace one or both of the outer plates by a dummy depending on the
application.
The normal working procedure is for the benchmark Kubota filtration during 4 minutes and 1
minute relaxation and for the IPC membranes filtration during 4 minutes and backwash during 20
seconds (0.33 minutes) at 150 % filtration flux1 minute and 1 minute relaxation. During the
backwash phase, permeate water is sent back to the membranes, which helps to keep the
membranes clean. Therefore one must be careful that the ends of the permeate lines after the
permeate pumps are always immersed in the permeate liquid.
1.4. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
1.4.1. COMPONENTS
Table 1: Components A
TAG description photo

PIT-1 pressure transmitter range -1 ….+1 bar +/-0,05bar
PIT-2
PIT-3
FIT-1 Promass 83A type DN1 1/24", debiet tot 20 kg/h

FIT-2
FIT-3
P-1 Watson Marlow 323DE peristaltic pump

P-2
P-3
R-1 air pressure reducing valve 4 bar, G1/4

R-2 manometerØ40back connection R1/8 0-4bar
R-3 R-3 is not in use now
3
V-1 Ball valve PTFEseal PN80 1/4"

V-2 V-3 is not in use now
V-3
Table 2: Components B
TAG description photo

FI-1 Flow indicator 0,2-1,1 Nm³/h (rel. 0bar; 20°C)G1/4"F
FI-2 FI-3 is not in use now
FI-3
PS electric pressure valve 0,5-6 bar ; max pressure 16 bar
LT-1 Level sensor

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(in Mefias indicated as LS01)
TT-1 Temperatuur 30cm -40...85°C uitgang 4-20 mA 4w

®
(in Mefias indicated as TIT01)
Algea Plexiglass and polycarbonate

reactor
Fieldpoint cFP-1804, 4-slot Ethernet/Serial Interface for Compact FieldPoint

cFP-AI-110 8 ch, 16-Bit Analog Input Module (mA, mV, V)
cFP-CB-1 Connector Block
cFP-AO-200 8 ch, 12-Bit Analog Output Module (mA), external power supply required.
cFP-DI-300, Digital Input Module (DC V sinking), 8 channel.
cFP-RLY-421, Relay Output Module (AC/DC Switching), 8 channel SPST relays, 1.5
Amps/ch. Uses 1 Watt or more from cFP backplane
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laptop Dell laptop latitude E6430 ATG, i5 core
P-4 Influent pump and controller
1.4.2. NECESSARY FACILITIES
 Power supply: 230VAC, 50Hz; 16A;

 Table for the computer;
 Compressed air 6 bar;
 A buffer tank (the size should be chosen dependent on the flow so that it can be refreshed
frequently) with fresh algae influent water;
 A receptacle to collect the permeate of the 3 membranes.
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CHAPTER 2 Start-up
CHAPTER 2 START-UP
2.1. GENERAL
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2.1.1. MICROSOFT WINDOWS SETTINGS
Start the computer and log on with the username “MBRP3b” and the password “IonEx2015”.
The MS Windows taskbar is set to ‘auto hide’, it appears by dragging the arrow to the bottom of
the screen.
To put data in to the settings , use the American decimal notation. (decimal dot instead of decimal
comma).
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2.1.2. WINDOWS EXPLORER
The folder structure is set up as follows :

 \\MefiasMAF : The executable and the base files are positioned in here;
 \\MefiasMAF\data : The data of all parameters (per 1000 loggings);
 \\MefiasMAF\data\plt : Plots which one wants to save;
 \\MefiasMAF\modules : the module data;
 \\MefiasMAF\procedures\sub1 (sub2 or sub3): the different program lines;
 \\MefiasMAF\programs\sub1 (sub2 or sub3): the complete programs.
Figure 4: Folder structure
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CHAPTER 2 Start-up
2.2. SET-UP OF THE SKID
2.2.1. CONNECTION LAPTOP TO FIELDPOINT
Connect the black USB with the serial adapter cable on the computer at the USB-port which is
indicated with a yellow arrow (→, COM-port 3). Connect the other side of the USB to the serial
adapter cable with the serial cable. The other side of the serial cable is plugged to the electrical
cabinet on the front side of the installation.
Figure 5: Connecting the laptop to the Fieldpoint
2.2.2. PUMP SETTINGS
Change pump settings of the 3 pumps from manual to “ANA/AUTO” setting by pressing on the
mode button.
2.2.3. INSTALLATION THE IPC MEMBRANES
The installation should always be used with 3 membranes as the positioning over the aeration
tubes is very important.
If it is hard to get the tubing over the column, just heat the tubing with heated air. The
polyurethane tubing has an internal diameter of 5,5mm and an external diameter of 8mm. Keep
the IPC membranes together while entering the reactor chamber (see Figure 6). It is very important
that the membranes are exactly positioned on the middle of the aeration zone.
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CHAPTER 2 Start-up
Figure 6: Installation of the IPC membranes
2.2.4. START THE INFLUENT
Make sure the emergency stop is pulled out. Put the main switch on the left side of the electrical
cabinet in position I.
Fill the bioreactor with algae influent. The membranes must be completely immersed in the liquid.
Connect a compressed air supply to the inlet of the pressure switch PS-1. Regulate the pressure on
the pressure regulators R-1 and R-2 until the pressure is about 2 bar. Open the valves V-1 and V-2
until the flow indicators FI-1 and FI-2 indicate a flow of about 0,3 Nm³/h.
Place 3 permeate collection tanks. Make sure that the end of the permeate lines after the
permeate pumps are always at the bottom of the permeate collection tanks in order to avoid air
going through the lines during a backwash.
At the first start, in order to evacuate the air in all the permeate lines, one should slowly fill all the
permeate lines with water. This can best be done by selecting the program ‘deaeration’ in the tab
‘Prog’, as well as in the tabs ‘Pr. 2’ and Pr. 3’. The way to do this is explained in chapter 3.
After pressing the button, the 3 pumps will start at a low speed (10 %), and the
permeate lines will slowly fill up with water. When all the lines are filled, press the
button.
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CHAPTER 3 Mefias®-software
CHAPTER 3 MEFIAS®-SOFTWARE
3.1. SOFTWARE
Start up the Mefias®-software by clicking on the icon on the desktop or by selecting

C:\MefiasMAF\MefiasMAF v2.00.exe in Windows Explorer.
The software starts up with the last used module data and program. Everything which has no dark
green background on the screen is continuously displayed (whatever TAB is selected). The TAB
“Prog” should be active on . At
fill in the name of the operator(s). At fill in the users password. This password should be
“strt” (without the quotation marks) for daily use. This is the operator level. There is no possibility
of changing the procedures or other data in this level. Only already made procedures can be loaded
in the program. After pushing the enter-button, the button appears. At the right
hand corner push the load-button (see Figure 8) and select the appropriate program if it is not the
last used program. The applied procedures should appear in the program lines (see Figure 9). A
procedure can be added by pushing the button next to the appropriate program line and an
already made program can by implemented as subroutine with the button. If a program line
has to be deleted, use the button at the left of the considered line.
The module data for the used membranes must be loaded (see Figure 10) from which the flux can
be calculated as well as the safety parameters to protect the membrane. The desired sample
interval in seconds can be changed if needed .
The Program line data must not be loaded.
Click on the button to run the program. A filename is created automatically which
contains following information (see Figure 12):
 201X_XX_XX : yyyy_MM_dd (the start date);
 -xx : a prefix name which can be filled in in the tab ‘Control’;
 _XX(c) : the xth run on the start-up-day and (c) for the next days.
As an example one can get such a filename:
At the start-up date and time are mentioned and left of it is positioned the
actual time.
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Figure 7: Overview of the Mefias®-software before start-up
Figure 8: Load the program
Figure 9: Program sequences
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Figure 10: Module data with 3 membrane plates
Since in the algae reactor 3 membranes can be inserted which can be operated separately, every
membrane must be registered as a separate module in the module data. As a result, 3 different
programs can run simultaneously. These programs must be selected via the tabs
. Both on the tab ‘Pr. 2’ as on the tab ‘Pr.3’ the module button must be switched
in the ‘On’-position if you want to work with the 3 membranes.
Figure 11: Module button
Fill out the name of the membranes that will be tested. This will be logged in the files. The first
module needs to be a Kubota membrane. Module 2 and 3 need a IPC membrane.
Fill out the surfaces in m² ; it is very important to calculate the TMP and the flux. The surfaces of
the membranes that are shipped with this installation are given in figure 12.
Kubota Kubota 1 0,116m²

Kubota 2 0,116m²
PES MF SP-V-232 PL002 0,076m²
Black frame 0,082m²
PES UF SP-V-230 PL003 0,088m²
PVDF UF PVDF-V-113 PL006 0,088m²
Figure 12: surfaces of the shipped membranes
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3.2. STEADY-STATE REGIME
3.2.1. THE PROGRAM SEQUENCES
When running, one can follow the actual state of the sequences in the Prog-, Pr.2- and Pr.3-TAB. In
Figure 12 the red dot on the left indicates that this is the actual
running line of the program. In the field PROGRAM LINE DATA all data of the actual line are
displayed. On the lower half of the figure it can be seen that the remaining time of the filtration is
6min10sec on a total filtration time of 8 minutes. The total amount of effluent till now has been
0.035 litres. The sample interval is 10 seconds. The permeate pump P-1 is running at 55.5% of its
maximum capacity. The flux is set at 20.00 l/hm² and the pump P-1is running forward (radio button
P1F is green).
Figure 12: Program in steady-state regime
In Figure 9 and Figure 12 it can be seen that there is one procedure line for the filtration, one
procedure line for the backwash and one procedure line for the relaxation. For the 2 other
membranes, the working procedure on the tabs ‘Pr.2’ and ‘Pr.3’ are similar as for the first
membrane on the ‘Prog’ tab.
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3.2.2. PARAMETER FOLLOW-UP
The visualisation of the parameters can be followed in the TAB Graphs (see Figure 13). Here, the
sample interval is 10 seconds and the actual number of samples taken is 230.
Figure 13: Visualisation of selected parameters
The selected parameters like are displayed on the graph. Selecting or deselecting a
parameter can be performed with a mouse click on the button.
The auto-scale of the X-axis and the Y-axis can be set by selecting the appropriate button
. Here, the values and the time are automatically scaled. If auto-scaling of the values
(sc.Y) is not set, there might be a risk that not all values appear on the screen. It should therefore
only be deselected to zoom in for the evaluation of a parameter. To do so, the minimum or
maximum value of the Y-axis must be selected with the mouse and the needed value must be
entered. Afterwards the appropriate button should be set back on auto-scaling.
The actual value of the parameters TMP, MTC @ 20°C and effluent flow (production) are
continuously displayed at the bottom of the screen for the 3 membranes:
. The following premise is made: since the permeate
pump sucks the liquid through the membrane plate, the TMP (and also the MTC) is negative. The
positive value is used in case the pump would push through the membrane. At start-up, the
negative value might be positive.
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The history can be visualised by clicking on and selecting History. By

selecting one can choose out of the saved history files (see Figure 14). Make sure to select a
*.txt-file.
Figure 14. History files
To select the visualisation of the actual parameters again, click on and select
Real-time. The logging files can easily be imported into a spreadsheet program for
further investigation.
To bring the data to an excel sheet : drag the .txt file in to the open excel sheet.
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3.2.3. P&ID AND ACTUAL PARAMETERS
Figure 15: P&ID
In the P&ID-TAB (see Figure 15) it can be seen which components are activated (=coloured) and all
parameters (also the non-selected in the Graphs-TAB) are continuously monitored.
3.2.4. ALARM LOGGING
In the Alarms-TAB an not only an overview of the logged alarms (e.g. no air pressure, no flow,…) is
presented, but also other actions like e.g. when high level sensor LS01 has been reached, the
program has been stopped manually, …
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Figure 16: Overview of the last alarms
3.2.5. PROGRAMMING LEVEL
The password “ctrl” must be used to enter the programming level. As can be seen, two TABs are
added namely TAB “Proc” (procedure) and TAB” Prog list”.
 Procedure programming (TAB “Proc”)
Warning: This level should be used with caution. By bad programming, parts of the
MAF-unit can be destroyed. After finishing changes to the procedure and program,
enter password “strt” to put Mefias® back in operator mode and to avoid accidental
changes of parameter settings.
While being online, a procedure can be adapted or made from scratch. For instance the flux can be
adapted, the filtration or relaxation time can be altered… Best is not to change other things.
Example for changing the flux:

If you would like to change the flux from 14 l/m²·h to 20 l/m²·h, push the load button
and select the appropriate procedure. Alter the Flux value next to 14.00 into 20.00
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. Push the save button and keep the same name (overwrite the previous
version).
Example for changing the filtration time:

If you would like to change the filtration time from 8.00 min to 6.00 min, push the load button
and select the appropriate procedure. Alter the Time value
into 6.00. Give a new procedure name if necessary and push the save
button as described above. The values after the decimal dot are decimals and not sexagesimals
(e.g.: 0.50 min = 30 s)!
Example for changing the relaxation time:

If you would like to change the relaxation time from 2.00 min to 1.00 min, push the load button
and select the appropriate procedure. Alter the Time value
into 1.00. Give a new procedure name and push the save button as
described above. The values after the decimal dot are decimals and not sexagesimals (e.g.: 0.50
min = 30 s)!
Warning: Please do not alter other things, since correct functioning of the
installation cannot be guaranteed anymore.
If one has changed the procedure name, the newly made procedure can only be implemented into
the program when it has been stopped by . The procedure can be added by pushing
the button (see Figure 9) next to the appropriate program line. If a program line has to be
deleted, use the button at the left of the considered line. Finally, save the program, if necessary
under a different name.
 Program listing (TAB “Prog list”)
In this TAB an overview of the complete program is presented (see Figure 17).
By clicking the button, one can change between the programs of module 1, 2 and
3.
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Figure 17: Program listing
3.3. ENDING A TEST
Push the button to end the Mefias®-software.
3.4. OVERVIEW OF THE PROGRAMS
For all the membranes there are 4 different programs available: ‘manual no alarm’, ‘deaeration’,
algae filtration’ and ‘Clear water test’
 Manual no alarm: this program is intended to use only when one wants to test something,
e.g. one of the pumps. All devices are controlled manually.
 Deaeration: this program has to be used at each start-up, when there is air in the permeate
lines.
 Algae filtration: this is the normal program for the filtration of algae. The initial flux of the
filtration is set to 20 l/hm². Depending on the stability of the filtration, the flux can be set
to a higher or lower value. Note that when one changes the filtration flux, the backwash
flux needs to be adapted as well since the backwash flux is 150 % of the filtration flux.
 Clean water test: this program is used to test the condition of the membranes before and
after an algae filtration. For every membrane, 5 cycles of filtration/relaxation (Kubota) or
filtration/backwash are performed. If the permeability of the membranes becomes too
low, the membranes need to be cleaned.
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CHAPTER 4 troubleshooting
CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING
4.1. INSTALLATION HAS HALTED
Check the alarm logging.
4.2. MEMBRANE BROKEN
When the permeate collection compartment contains algae or particles the membrane is broken. It
should be replaced by a new membrane. Before adding the new membrane the good membranes
should be removed and cleaned. The permeate pipes must be cleaned with detergent and eventual
obstructions (particles) must be removed.
4.3. NO PERMEATE
Possible causes for the permeate flow interruption are

 a broken membrane which causes an obstruction in the permeate pipe or flow-meter FT2.
Solution: see 4.2 Membrane broken;
 a defect permeate line, e.g. there is a gap in the tubing through one of the permeate pumps, or
a connection between 2 tubings has released.
Solution: replace the tubing, or make the connection again
4.4. TRANS MEMBRANE PRESSURE IS TOO HIGH
If the TMP (trans membrane pressure) is too high, there is a risk of damaging the membrane. The
membrane then has to be cleaned. Take out the membrane and clean it according to the
membrane data sheet.
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CHAPTER 5 Safety
CHAPTER 5 SAFETY
When working with the mobile algae filtration-skid the following measures should be taken into
account:
 The use, maintenance or repairing is only to be performed by qualified persons;

 The installation should be connected to a proper power system of 230VAC mono phase,
50Hz with sufficient grounding;
 Maintenance or repairing should only be performed with the plug disconnected from the
main power system of 230VAC;
 The installation is controlled by a computer. It should be taken into account that moving
parts (pumps) can start without warning. When removing or opening any parts from the
system, the installation should be unplugged from the main power;
 The installation should be inspected regularly on correct functioning by qualified persons;
 General laboratory safety conditions should be applied : wear safety goggles, laboratory
gloves, lab coat, safety shoes;
 An enclosure must be placed around the installation with a board : “restricted area, only
for authorized persons” (in the local language).
 Read also the document Veiligheidsinstructiekaart/Safety Instruction Card what you can
find in the technical dossier MAF-unit.
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CHAPTER 6 Epilogue
CHAPTER 6 EPILOGUE
This manual has been written for the Mobile algae filtration unit. It remains the intellectual
property of VITO (Flemish Institute for Technological Research) and cannot be copied, passed to
neither submitted for perusal to third parties.
Mol, 2015-01-05
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Figure 1: MAF- unit

Table of Contents ________________________________________________________________ II

List of Tables & Figures ___________________________________________________________ IV

List of Symbols __________________________________________________________________ V

CHAPTER 1 General Overview ___________________________________________________ 1

CHAPTER 3 Mefias®-software ____________________________________________________ 9

CHAPTER 4 troubleshooting ____________________________________________________ 20

CHAPTER 5 Safety ____________________________________________________________ 21

CHAPTER 6 Epilogue __________________________________________________________ 22

LIST OF TABLES & FIGURES

Table 1: Components A ___________________________________________________________ 3

Figure 1: MAF- unit ________________________________________________________________ I

MAF Mobile Algae Filtration

CHAPTER 1 GENERAL OVERVIEW

1.1. PROCESS DESCRIPTION

Process Flow Diagram

Permeate 2 Flow measurement

Permeate 1 Flow measurement

Figure 2: Process flow diagram of the MAF- unit

Piping & Instrumentation Diagram

Silicone slang 6x3

0,4 – 2 0,4 – 2 PU tubing 8x5,5

LT-1 PU tubing 8x5,5

PIT-3 FIT-3 P-3

PIT-2 FIT-2 P-2

PIT-1 FIT-1 P-1

Feed Pump Vito-SCT

Figure 3: P&ID of the MAF-unit

1.4. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

TAG description photo

FIT-1 Promass 83A type DN1 1/24", debiet tot 20 kg/h

P-1 Watson Marlow 323DE peristaltic pump

R-1 air pressure reducing valve 4 bar, G1/4

V-1 Ball valve PTFEseal PN80 1/4"

TAG description photo

PS electric pressure valve 0,5-6 bar ; max pressure 16 bar

LT-1 Level sensor

TT-1 Temperatuur 30cm -40...85°C uitgang 4-20 mA 4w

Algea Plexiglass and polycarbonate

Fieldpoint cFP-1804, 4-slot Ethernet/Serial Interface for Compact FieldPoint

laptop Dell laptop latitude E6430 ATG, i5 core

P-4 Influent pump and controller

1.4.2. NECESSARY FACILITIES

 Power supply: 230VAC, 50Hz; 16A;

The folder structure is set up as follows :

Figure 4: Folder structure

2.2. SET-UP OF THE SKID

2.2.1. CONNECTION LAPTOP TO FIELDPOINT

Figure 5: Connecting the laptop to the Fieldpoint

2.2.2. PUMP SETTINGS

2.2.3. INSTALLATION THE IPC MEMBRANES

Figure 6: Installation of the IPC membranes

2.2.4. START THE INFLUENT

Start up the Mefias®-software by clicking on the icon on the desktop or by selecting

The Program line data must not be loaded.

Figure 7: Overview of the Mefias®-software before start-up

Figure 8: Load the program

Figure 9: Program sequences

Figure 10: Module data with 3 membrane plates

Figure 11: Module button

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