Some aspects of the design of filter fabrics for use in solid/liquid separation processes

Abstract

Textile filter fabrics are an essential part of countless industrial processes, contributing to product purity, savings in energy/production costs and a cleaner environment. This paper describes, in general terms, the factors which are taken into account when designing a fabric for a solid-liquid separation process, touching on textile raw materials and, with particular reference to filtration and filtration equipment considerations, the elements of cloth constructions and finishing procedures.