Protein Fractionation and Waste Removal

Introduction

Fouling and concentration polarization are two important effects on the membrane filtration which can make this unit operation uneconomical if not properly controlled. A lot of experimentation and theoretical studies were carried out to understand better these twin characteristics about the membrane. The concept of critical flux was understood using a 2-D model. The conditions for optimum operation of protein solution filtration through microporous membranes were obtained experimentally. The study helps in carrying out protein separation effectively using membranes.

Special Features:

Mass transfer coefficient measurement from protein transmission data using low concentration solution. The extension of concentration polarization model for 2-D geometry Extension of membrane application for proteins fractionation.

Prospective Users:

Food Industry, Pharmaceutical Industry, Waste Treatment

Keywords:

Protein, Microfiltration, fouling

Type of Technology:

Process Model/Technique

For further information please contact :

The Director
Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Hauz Khas, New Delhi-110016
Tel : 91-011-26597167, 26857762, 26581013
Fax : 91-011-26851169
E-mail : mdfitt@gmail.com