Ultrafiltration and Microfiltration Handbook [Hardcover]

Soon after its publication in 1987, the first edition of Ultrafiltration Handbook became recognized as the leading handbook on ultrafiltration technology. Reviews in professional journals praised it as an authoritative and substantive information resource on this technology. Now a completely, updated and expanded edition is available under the title, Ultrafiltration and Microfiltration Handbook.
This practical handbook systematically covers the basics of this technology from its scientific fundamentals to a wide range of industrial applications. The presentation is clear and concise with the emphasis on practical use. Many schematics and micrographs illustrate membranes, equipment and processes. Numerous tables and graphs provide useful data on specifications and performance.
The updated information is useful to all those involved in the use of separation and filtration in industrial processes.Each chapter ends with a section of references.
Introduction
Definition and classification of membrane separation processes
Historical developments
Physical chemistry of membrane separations: Chemical potential and osmosis, Vapor pressure, Osmotic pressure and chemical potential

Membrane Chemistry
Definitions and classification: Depth vs. screen filters, Microporous vs. asymmetric membranes
General methods of membrane manufacture: Phase Inversion Process of Membrane Manufacture
Polymers used in membrane manufacture: Cellulose Acetate, Polyamide membranes, Polysulfone membranes, Other polymeric materials
Composite membranes
Inorganic membranes: Properties of inorganic membranes

Membrane Properties
Pore size: Bubble point and pressure techniques, Direct microscopic observation
Predicting flux from pore statistics
Passage (challenge) tests: Microfiltration membranes, Ultrafiltration membranes
Factors affecting retentivity of membranes: Size of the l/