Description

The Alfa Laval LabUnit M37/38 is a fully integrated plate-and-frame system for ultrafiltration and microfiltration membrane processes. The module of this unit utilizes the same support plates and membranes as our full-scale membrane filtration modules. This makes the Alfa Laval LabUnit M37/38 a flexible tool for process development, up-scaling, membrane testing, quality assurance and small-scale production. Optional plate sets are available for feeds of different viscosity / solids content Fully integrated, easy-to-use pilot equipment for membrane filtration tests
  • Fully integrated – complete with LabStakTM M37/38 module, pump, pipework, valves, heat exchanger and instrumentation
  • Flexible – different channel height options available to optimize flow and pressure
  • Easy membrane exchange, flexible membrane area (between 0.11 and 1.05 m?) and simultaneous test of up to 7 different membrane types
  • High operating temperature (up to 80°)
  • Low internal volume
The Alfa Laval LabUnit M37/38 can be fitted with our full range of flat sheet membranes for ultrafiltration and microfiltration. The flow pattern is similar to that in larger systems which makes it easier to scale up and test our filtration equipment. The unit can be connected to the by-pass stream of an industrial plant. All components comply with FDA regulations, allowing use within food and pharmaceutical processing applications. Choice of plate sets The Alfa Laval LabUnit M37/38 has a number of plate sets with different channel heights to optimize flow and pressure:
M37 plate set For high viscosity liquids
M38H plate set High channel, for medium viscosity liquids
M38L plate set Low channel, for low viscosity liquids
Option The Alfa Laval LabStakTM M37/38 module installed in the Alfa Laval LabUnit M37/38 is also available as a separate test module for the same applications as the Alfa Laval LabUnit M37/38, and with the same distinct properties. LabStakTM module Unique perforated plate design arranged in a stak allowing lab testing of different membranes at the same time and under identical process conditions. . How it works . Flow diagram of typical installation The Alfa Laval PilotUnit Multi comes as a skid-mounted unit and includes all necessary instruments, equipment and prefabricated piping ready for operation. All you need to do is to install and connect to the product feed, utilities and the power supply. The product enters the tank via the feed valve (with level control). It is then pumped to the membrane filtration stage where the system automatically adjusts the pump speed and maintains the required cross-flow rate to reduce fouling and ensure the smooth concentration of your product. The operator can adjust the controllers from the MemProC® PLC-based control system which includes a data logging system for the unit transmitters. The data can be downloaded to a USB. . . Contact us about how to test different membrane filtration processes, using the Alfa Laval LabUnit M37/38 and read about how it can help assure easy and reliable scale-up to larger ultrafiltration and microfiltration systems. First name Last name Email Company Country Enquiry I consent to have my submitted information stored and processed in accordance with Alfa Laval privacy policy, so Alfa Laval can respond to my request. That information is stored and processed in accordance to our privacy policy. Submit . Related products MF flat sheet The microfiltration (MF) membranes available from Alfa Laval are made of polysulphone polymer or fluoro polymer with pore sizes ranging from 0.1 to 0.8 µm. The membranes are available in two series UF flat sheet The selection of ultrafiltration (UF) membranes from Alfa Laval covers a broad spectrum of flux properties and MWCO values ranging from 1,000 to 100,000. More series are offered for many applications LabStak™ M37/38 The Alfa Laval LabStak™ M37/38 module is a flexible plate-and-frame test unit for UF and MF membrane processes Module M37 The Alfa Laval module M37 is specially designed for ultrafiltration and microfiltration of highly viscous products (50-250 cP) and fermentation broths Module M38L/H The Alfa Laval module M38L/H is specially designed for ultrafiltration and microfiltration of low to medium viscous products (1-25 cP) and fermentation broths ''