Contufilt-AC
Advanced Activated Carbon Filtration Solution
Upgrade to efficient, closed-system activated carbon filtration with CONTUFILT-AC, a powerful candle filter system designed to eliminate messy sparkler filters, enhancing productivity and safety.
CONTUFILT-AC is a cutting-edge candle filtration system for removing activated carbon from reaction mixtures. Operating in an “out-to-in” flow mode, this system captures activated carbon on filter candles, forming a clean and easily removable cake. With its closed, back-washable design, CONTUFILT-AC minimiSes mess, reduces downtime, and is ideal for high-purity filtration needs in pharmaceutical and fine chemical production. Activated carbon is widely used in the production of pharmaceutical compounds, specialty chemicals, and APIs to purify by removing colors, odors, and unwanted organics. Traditional sparkler filters, however, are tedious and labor-intensive, prone to leaks, and require frequent cleaning. CONTUFILT-AC offers a robust, efficient alternative, eliminating the mess and inefficiencies of sparkler filters.
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Contufilt-AC​: Advanced Activated Carbon Filtration
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Why CONTUFILT - AC - Activated Carbon filtration? ​
Production and processing of pharmaceutical compounds, speciality fine chemicals or active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) use activated carbon to remove colours, odours, unwanted organics etc., for purification. Usually this operatio is done using sparkler filters which is a tedious and a messy operation, manpower intensive and not very reliable – as dressing of the Sparklers can be a big challenge due to leakages.
Process Operation ​
Filtration made easy.
The system comprises filter candles made up of our Vacuum fused Metallic open channel proprietary media, suitable for Activated carbon filtration.
Candles are placed on a tube bundle in a housing. Specific filtration functions are performed, like in-situ reverse flow, washing, and gas-assisted discharge of collected carbon particles. The cake is collected in semi-solid form or is sent as a slurry. The candles are clean and ready to use for the next operation.
The new ZERO HOLDUP bottom design ensures that complete liquid is removed from the vessel, very important for API manufacturing where GMP does not allow mixing of batches, nor any liquid holdup is permitted. Full recovery of liquids is achieved, and the Carbon particles are purged out of the system without opening the system.
Technical Specifications ​
- Process conditions, pressure, temperature, density and viscosity of the fluid streams.
- Even Flow distribution with optimum element spacing for cake loads.
- Easy access for change-out
- Different alloy steels are available for corrosive applications
- Designed and fabricated, generally in accordance with the cGMP standards and ASME Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1. – U-Stamp available
Features and Benefits ​
Closed System Safety
Minimizing Exposure to Hazards: This feature limits operator contact with dangerous materials, enhancing safety and reducing risks.
Convenient Accessibility
Effortless Top Access: Elements can be easily reached from the top, streamlining maintenance and ensuring quick inspections.
Efficient Compact Design
Bundle Assembly Removal: The removable assembly design simplifies maintenance and replacement, optimizing system efficiency.
High-Capacity Coded Vessels
Expansive Filtration Capacity: Capable of filtering areas up to 200 m², delivering powerful filtration performance.
Robust Pressure Endurance
Withstanding Intense Pressure: Built to endure differential pressures as high as 30 Kg/cm², ensuring durability and reliable operation.
Material of Construction
Wide range of materials available from SS , special alloys to Polymers – PTFE / PVDF / PP etc
Applications and Uses ​
Explore the Diverse Applications of Activated Carbon Filtration
- Activated carbon particle filtration replacing sparklers
- Solids removal and polishing liquids filter applications
- Viscous Filtration for removing particlesÂ
- Ion exchange resin
(Pilot test facility available – contact our team for more details)
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