WFC10 - World Filtration Congress - April 14-18, 2008 - Leipzig - Germany


Plenary Lecture	11:00 h
Filtration in the Framework of Globalisation and Technical Innovation Prof. Richard J. Wakeman Loughborough University Great Britain	April 15, 2008


Invited Lecture 1	13:15-14:30 h
Solid-Liquid-Separation by Cake Filtration - State of the Art and Future Expectations Dr. Harald Anlauf Karlsruhe University Germany	April 15, 2008 Session Chair: R. Bott


M01 - Gas Separation and Pervaporation	13:15-14:30 h
Gas separation with supported ionic liquid membranes, A. Seeberger*, C. Kern, A. Jess, University of Bayreuth, Germany	April 15, 2008
Alternative permeate recovery systems for pervaporation, D. Shanahan*, C. O'Suilleabnain, I. O'Sullivan, Cork Institute of Technology, Ireland	Session Chair: S. Ripperger
Concentration and dewatering of ethanol by organophilic and hydrophilic zeolite membranes, M. Weyd*, H. Richter, G. Fischer, P. Puhlfürß, I. Voigt, HITK Hermsdorfer Institute for Technical Ceramics; J. Kühnert, inocermic GmbH, Germany	back to the top


M02 - Potable Water	13:15-14:30 h
Safe drinking water for everybody?! Membrane technology from small scale to large scale and vice versa, H. Futselaar*, J. Geluk, L. Broens, Norit Process Technology B.V.; J. Jacobs, Norit Membrane Technology B.V., Netherlands	April 15, 2008
Two years experience with Germanys largest two stage ultrafiltration plant for drinking water production (7,000 m³/h), S. Panglisch*, R. Gimbel, IWW Water Center; W. Dautzenberg, WAG Nordeifel mbH, Germany	Session Chair: T. Peters
Potable water production by membrane processes: Effect of bacterial deformation on microorganisms’ removal, N. Lebleu*, C. Causserand, C. Roques, P. Aimar, University of Toulouse, France	back to the top


M03 - New Fibrous Membranes	13:15-14:30 h
Functionalized and doped nanofiber filtration media with Ionex and antimicrobial properties, J. Marek*, J. Svobodova, M. Juklickova, Elmarco Ltd.; L. Jelinek, Institute of Chemical Engineering, Czech Republic	April 15, 2008
The development of an enhanced surface filtration medium based on short metal fibres for applications in food & beverage, chemical & pharmaceutical industry, I. Schildermanns*; D. Santens, NV Bekaert SA, Belgium	Session Chair: W. Leung
Commercial applications for Disruptor™ alumina nanofiber filter media, R. Komlenic*, Ahlstrom Filtration Inc.; F. Tepper, Argonide Corp., USA	back to the top


G1 - Surface Filtration I	13:15-14:30 h
Assessment of the cleanable dust filtration behaviour of surface treated needle felts by characterisation parameter determined by image analysis, W. Höflinger*, G. Mauschitz, H. Rud, J. Schuberth, Vienna University, Austria	April 15, 2008
Characteristics of bag filter pressure drop profiles, M. Koch*; G. Krammer, NTNU University, Norway	Session Chair: E. Schmidt
Comparing gas and liquid filtration of nonwovens transitional capacity and energy consumption, H. Kleizen*, IDEGO, Delft University, Parker Filtration B.V., Netherlands	back to the top


G2 - Electrostatic Precipitation	13:15-14:30 h
Charge emission characteristics of a drained DBD electrode apparatus for nano-particle charging and precipitation, M. Wild, J. Meyer*, G. Kasper, Karlsruhe University, Germany	April 15, 2008
Separation of oil mists from air flow by a space-charge electrostatic precipitator, A. Bologa*, H. Paur, H. Seifert, K. Woletz, Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe, Germany	Session Chair: H.-J. Schmid
WeLo / MultiTron Premium – The new electrostatic precipitator, M. Sauer-Kunze*, GEA Delbag Lufttechnik GmbH, Germany	back to the top


L1 - Vacuum and Pressure Cake Filtration Fundamentals I	15:00-16:15 h
Suspension typology and computer aided characterization of the suspension filterability, I. Nicolaou*, FOS Ltd., Cyprus	April 15, 2008
Filter media resistance on continuous solid liquid filters, J. Tichy*, BHS-Sonthofen, Germany	Session Chair: E. Ehrfeld
Experimental design and evaluation of filtration experiments allowing for superposed sedimentation, M. Longerich*, A. Damm, Bayer Technology Services GmbH, Germany	back to the top


L2 - Sedimentation Fundamentals-Analytical Centrifugation I	15:00-16:15 h
Acquisition of compression-permeability data of soft and hard colloids based on centrifugation experiments, E. Iritani*, N. Katagiri, K. Aoki, M. Shimamoto, Nagoya University, Japan	April 15, 2008
Separation behaviour of suspensions in polymer solutions studied by multisample analytical centrifugation, T. Sobisch*, T. Detloff, D. Lerche, L.U.M. GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: D. Lerche
Application of analytical centrifugation for studying solid-liquid separation in papermaking, H. Liimatainen*, J. Niinimäki , University of Oulu, Finland	back to the top


L3 - Optimization of Solid-Liquid Separation Processes I	15:00-16:15 h
A multi-scale approach to solid-liquid separation task: a paradigm shift, T. Sheikhzeinoddin*, P. Sharratt, University of Manchester, Great Britain	April 15, 2008
A product-centred approach to a multi-stage task in pharmaceuticals: isolation, T. Sheikhzeinoddin*, P. Sharratt, University of Manchester, Great Britain	Session Chair: H. Anlauf
Continuous treatment and scrubbing of bottom ash from thermal waste treatment to produce improved granulate quality, R. Koralewska*, Martin GmbH; R. Grönnert, R. Hausdorf, Hans Huber AG, Germany; G. Zellinger, Kärntner GmbH; H. Gschaider, Binder+Co AG, Austria	back to the top


Invited Lecture 2	15:00-16:15 h
Advances relating to Filter Media Developments Prof. Richard Lydon Clear Edge Group Great Britain	April 15, 2008 Session Chair: K. Keller


G3 - Surface Filtration II	15:00-16:15 h
Effects of PPS fibre intermixture on the surface structure and the filtration behaviour of PI needle felts for cleanable dust filters, G. Mauschitz*, J. Schuberth, W. Höflinger, Vienna University, Austria	April 15, 2008
Effect of operating parameters on stability of jet pulsed bag filter - an experimental study, M. Saleem*, A. Ijaz, University of the Punjab, Pakistan; G. Krammer, NTNU University, Norway	Session Chair: E. Schmidt
Experimental study of cake detachment in cake filtration and electrostatic enhanced cake filtration, H. Xu*, G. Xiong, Q. Yao, Tsinghua University, P.R. China	back to the top


G4 - Mist and Droplet Separation	15:00-16:15 h
Development of a standardised test method on metalworking fluid mist collector elements, P. Wlaschitz*, W. Höflinger, Vienna University, Austria	April 15, 2008
Filtration of liquid aerosols with a horizontal fibrous filter, A. Charvet*, Y. Gonthier, A. Bernis, E. Gonze, University of Savoie, France	Session Chair: M. Lehner
Numerical and experimental investigations on the development of oil droplet separators in crankcase ventilation systems, S. Schütz*, G. Gorbach, A. Zink, K. Kissling, M. Piesche, Stuttgart University, Germany	back to the top


L4 - Vacuum and Pressure Cake Filtration Fundamentals II	16:45-18:00 h
Utilization of statistical design of experiments for improving the efficiency of test filtration tasks, A. Häkkinen*, M. Huhtanen, J. Kallas, Lappeenranta University; B. Ekberg, Larox Corp., Finland	April 15, 2008
Study on the scalability of pressure filtration in pilot and bench scale test equipment, J. Palmer*, Larox Corp., Finland	Session Chair: H. Theliander
Layout of rotary filters on the basis of laboratory results, E. Ehrfeld*, R. Bott, T. Langeloh, Bokela GmbH, Germany	back to the top


L5- Sedimentation Fundamentals-Analytical Centrifugation II	16:45-18:00 h
Theoretical and experimental approach to the settling behaviour of particle-fiber-mixtures, M. Feist*, H. Nirschl, Karlsruhe University; J. Wagner, G. Hirsch, Darmstadt University, Germany	April 15, 2008
Equation for fitting dispersed systems gravity and centrifuge settling data, A. Yelshin*, M. Mota, University of Minho, Portugal; I. Yelshyna, Polotsk University, Belarus	Session Chair: A. Erk
Measurement of settling velocity enhancement by magnetic flocculation using manometric sedimentation centrifugation, M. Stolarski*, C. Eichholz, H. Nirschl, Karlsruhe University, Germany; B. Fuchs, DuPont, USA	back to the top


L6 - Optimization of Solid-Liquid Separation Processes II	16:45-18:00 h
Life-cycle Cost Analysis for the Selection of the Optimal Equipment for Solid-Liquid Separation, S. Ripperger*, Kaiserslautern University, Germany	April 15, 2008
Commercial aspects of solid liquid separations in salt separation applications, D.E. Keller*, KMPT AG, Germany	Session Chair: K. Keller
Performance increase in solid-liquid separation, D. Steidl*, BHS-Sonthofen; J. Tichy, Consulting Engineer, Germany	back to the top


M04 - Raw/Sea Water Pre-Treatment	16:45-18:00 h
Seawater intake and pre-filtration with Neodren®, T. Peters*, Consulting for Membrane Technology, Germany; D. Pinto, E. Pinto, Catalana de Perforacions S.A., Spain	April 15, 2008
Comparison of options for seawater pre-treatment for SWRO plants, T. Peters*, Consulting for Membrane Technology; O. Schuster, B. von Harten, M. Ulbricht, Membrana GmbH; E. Schmidt, Wuppertal University, Germany; D. Pinto, E. Pinto, Catalana de Perforacions S.A., Spain	Session Chair: W. Mayne
Application of automatic backflushfilter to improve raw water pre-treatment of reverse osmosis desalination plants, B. Schlichter*, P. Mehlem, R. Wnuk, HYDAC Process Technology GmbH, Germany; M. Parker, HYDAC Technology Corp., USA	back to the top


M05 - New Membranes	16:45-18:00 h
Composite membranes fabricated by plasma polymerization using organic compounds , D.-T. Tran*, L.V. Kim Ba, Hanoi University, Vietnam; S. Mori, M. Suzuki, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan	April 15, 2008
Functional polymer materials to remove ions in conjunction with ultrafiltration membranes, B. Rivas*, A. Pooley, A. Maureira, E. Peireira, M. del Carmen Aguirre, University of Conception, Chile	Session Chair: R. Gimbel
Clean edge micro sealing of filtration modules – the cut&weld method, A. Korz*, K. Herzer, A. Hubrich, Textile Fusion Technologies GmbH, Germany	back to the top


G5 - Clogging of Candles and Cartridges	16:45-18:00 h
Modelling of the clogging of pleated filter for gas filtration, M. Rebai*, M. Prat, IMFT; M. Meireles, University of Toulouse; P. Schmitz, INSA; R. Baclet, S. Demeulemeester, Mecaplast Group, France	April 15, 2008
Study of pressure drop and aerosol penetration during clogging of mini-pleated air filters, A. Joubert*, S. Artous, L. Bouilloux, IRSN; S. Calle-Chazelet, D. Thomas, J. Remy, Nancy University, France	Session Chair: G. Mauschitzl
Experimental study on flow through concentric porous filter candle, A. Ijaz*, M. Saleem, University of the Punjab, Pakistan	back to the top


G6 - Fine Particle Precipitation	16:45-18:00 h
Fine dust precipitation in a Bayer-Reither venturi scrubber, M. Theis*, Bayer Technology Services GmbH; K. Reither, Reither Venturiwäscher GmbH, Germany	April 15, 2008
Filtration of silver nanoparticle agglomerates, D.Y.H. Pui*, S.-C- Kim, J. Wang, M. Emery, University of Minnesota, USA	Session Chair: M. Lehner
Enhancement of the thermophoretic aerosol particles deposition efficiency in a turbulent annular flow configuration, B. Sagot*, F. Buron, ESTACA; G. Antonini, University of Compiègne, France	back to the top


L7 - Vacuum and Pressure Cake Filtration Fundamentals III	8:30-9:45 h
Influence of synthetic suspension components on its physical behaviour, P. Ginisty*, N. Ahoyo, IFTS; J. Baudez, Cemagref, France; L. Spinosa, CNR, Italy	April 16, 2008
Filtration properties in solvent-water mixtures, S. Neubauer*, U.A. Peuker, Clausthal University, Germany	Session Chair: U. Peuker
The influence of morphology and size on constant pressure filtration for two crystallizing systems, R. Beck*, D. Malthe-Sorenssen, J.-P. Andreassen, NTNU University, Norway; A. Häkkinen, M. Louhi-Kultanen, Lappeenranta University, Finland	back to the top


L8 - Technical Centrifugal Filtration-Selection and Optimization	8:30-9:45 h
Systematic of filter centrifuges, P. Stelter*, HEINKEL Process Technology GmbH, Germany	April 16, 2008
Selection of screen- and filter-centrifuges based on material and filtration properties, U. Esser*, D. Mrotzek, Bayer Technology Services GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: W. Leung
Computer aided optimization of batch filtering centrifuges, I. Nicolaou*, FOS Ltd.,Cyprus	back to the top


L9 - Filter Media Cleaning	8:30-9:45 h
DEECOM™: A new eco-technology for cleaning metal filters, B. Longworth, J.P. Millington, J. Norris, P. Norris, C. Reid, B&M Longworth Ltd., Great Britain; S.L. Reynolds*, Carolina Filters, Inc., USA	April 16, 2008
Process strategies avoiding impurities adhering to woven filter media used in inverting filter centrifuges, S. Stahl*, H. Nirschl, Karlsruhe University, Germany	Session Chair: C. Maurer
Comparison of regeneration methods for ceramic filter media, J. Puranen*, A. Häkkinen, J. Kallas, Lappeenranta University; B. Ekberg, Larox Corp., Finland	back to the top


M06 - Process/Waste Water Treatment	8:30-9:45 h
Membrane technology for recycling and recovery of resources in industrial water and waste water applications – from lab testings to production experiences, C. Bohner*, EnviroChemie GmbH, Germany	April 16, 2008
Field experiences with membrane filtration for reuse of biological wastewater effluents, T. Baum*, S. Theiss, H. Eipper, Pall GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: T. Peters
Impacts of the influent toxicity on the efficiency of tertiary filtration of wastewater from petroleum industry, S. Heng*, N. Lesage, Q. Su, Total Petrochemicals, France	back to the top


M07 - Reverse Osmosis	8:30-9:45 h
Investigations of silica scaling on reverse osmosis membranes, G. Braun*, T. Harrer, T.- Götz, Cologne University; W. Hater, C. zum Kolk, C. Dupoiron, BKG Water Solutions - BK Giulini GmbH , Germany	April 16, 2008
Reverse osmosis pilot plant studies regarding a novel electrochemical method to control CaCO3 scaling, M. Meinardus*, Grünbeck Wasseraufbereitung GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: S. Tarleton
Characeterisation of reverse osmosis (RO) membrane fouling by autopsy – A case study, I. M. El-Azizi*, R. G. Edyvean, Sheffield University, Great Britain	back to the top


G7 - Depth Filtration & Particle Deposition	8:30-9:45 h
Simulation studies of deposition mechanisms for aerosol particles in fibrous filters including slip flow, A. Wiegmann*, K. Schmidt, S. Rief, L. Cheng, A. Latz, Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics ITWM, Germany	April 16, 2008
Particle capture by air filter media having truncated log-normal fiber diameter distributions and random spacing of fibers, P. Tronville*, Torino University, Italy; R. Rivers, EQS Inc., USA; Z. Bin, Tongji University, P.R. China	Session Chair: M. Waldemaier
Comparison of calculated and MRI determined 1-dimensional profiles of deposited particle material in depth filter media with ongoing loading, J. Hoferer*, S. Schollmeier, J. Meyer, G. Kasper, Karlsruhe University, Germany	back to the top


G8 - Measurement Techniques	8:30-9:45 h
Evaluation of filter test rigs for fractional efficiency measurements according to filter test standards, S. Schütz*, M. Schmidt, L. Mölter, Palas GmbH, Germany	April 16, 2008
Real time tunnel ventilation and filter control systems, F. Schneider*, Grimm Aerosol Technik GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: G. Krammer
Dust measuring technology for the monitoring of particulate emissions, H. Födisch*, P. Schengber, Dr. Födisch Umweltmesstechnik AG, Germany	back to the top


PL1 - Poster-Session	10:15-12:45 h

Deep Bed Filtration for Water and Wastewater	April 16, 2008
Water depuration by means of fibrous filter medium, A. Budyka*, A. Shepelev, V. Rykunov, K. Lukanina, Karpov Institute of Physical Chemistry, Russia	Session Chair: A. Häkkinen
Rice hull ash and its filtration and separation applications, W. Li, C. Berthold*, C. Kiser, Q. Richard, Agrilectric Research Company, USA
Filter Aids - Press Filtration
Influences on the wort flow in the lautering process during beer production, J. Tippmann*, J. Voigt, K. Sommer; Munich University, Germany
Sedimentation Fundamentals-Analytical Centrifugation
Stability prediction of concentrated suspensions: Comparison of NMR and analytical centrifuge measurements, S. M. Pancera*, N. Nestle, V. Boyko, Y. Liu, BASG AG, Germany
Centrifugal Sedimentation and Filtration
CFD multiphase flow simulation of a solid bowl centrifuge with radial compartments, X. Romaní Fernández*, H. Nirschl, Karlsruhe University, Germany
Modelling of centrifugal drainage: effect of filter medium resistance, B. Leger, M. Valat, W. Jomaa, J.-R. Puigali, University Bordeaux 1; S. Couturier, P. Ginisty*, IFTS, France
Hydrocyclones
Multiphase flow simulation of a hydrocyclone, R.-M. Wu*, C.-Y. Hsu, Tamkang University, Taiwan
Particle Measurement - Contamination Control
Granulometry and morphology by microscopy and image analysis, O. Huin*, Microvision Instruments SAS, France
Microbes verification on oxygen consumption rate measurement of biofilm in drinking water, L.-F. Chen*, W.-L. Lai, Shu-Te University, Taiwan
Separation enhancement by Magnetic Forces
Using Magnetic Filtration for Removal of Heavy Metals from Water by Nanomagnetic Extractants, S. M. Alfadul*, King Abdulaziz City for Science Technology, Saudi Arabia; A. W. Apblett, Oklahoma State University, USA
Separation of pharmaceutical products with reverse micelles, S.H. Mohd-Setapar, R.J. Wakeman, E.S. Tarleton, Loughborough University, Great Britain	back to the top


PL2 - Poster-Session	10:15-12:45 h

Separation Enhancement by Electric Forces	April 16, 2008
Electrofiltration of PHB, G. Gözke*, I. Perner-Nochta, C. Posten, Kalrsruhe University, Germany	Session Chair: M. Stolarski
Separation Enhancement by Chemical Additives
Charge effects determine the filtration resistance in cake filtration and crossflow filtration experiments, H. Saveyn*, D. Curvers, P. Van der Meeren, Ghent University, Belgium
Laboratory Vacuum and Pressure Cake Filtration
Miniaturisation of filtration processes - A necessity for the pharmaceutical industry, A. Schreiner*, R. Schneeberger, Novartis Pharma; S. Jerman, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Are standards in designing industrial filters for solid liquid filtration wisely and necessary?, J. Tichy*, H.-P. Schmid, BHS-Sonthofen GmbH; S. Ripperger, Kaiserslautern University, Germany
Filtration Properties in Organic Solvents, S. Neubauer*, U.A. Peuker, Clausthal University, Germany
Technical Vacuum and Pressure Cake Filtration
Study on parameters affecting belt filtration of a metal precipitate suspension, S. Hirvisaari*, A. Häkkinen, J. Kallas, Lappeenranta University; B. Ekberg, Larox Corp.; A. Rautanen, Tamfelt Corp.; S. Storbacka, OMG, Finland
Development of an automated online quotation tool, O. Sieking, E. Eenovaara, S. Henttu, Larox Corp., Finland; H. Brezina*, Larox GmbH, Germany
Technical Vacuum and Pressure Cake Filtration - Media and Components
Easy installation and improved performance with a new filter press cloth design for applications in e.g. waste water, B. Maurer*, R. Gaiser, H. Dür, Sefar AG, Switzerland
Press Filtration Fundamentals
Mass transfer from porous particles during the pressing of biological materials, M. Petryk, Ternopil University, Ukraine; E. Vorobiev*, University of Compgiene, France
Slurry Pretreatment by Precipitation and Crystallization
Enhancing phosphogypsum filtration with sorbitan sesquioleate additive: Theory and practice, E.A. Abdel-Aal*, M.M. Rashad, CMRDI, Egypt; H. El-Shall, University of Florida, USA
Boron recovery from the clay wastes of boron industry by solid-liquid extraction, I. Kipcak*, M. Özdemir, Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Turkey
Boron recovery from borax sludge using solid-liquid extraction followed by precipitation, I. Kipcak*, M. Özdemir, Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Turkey	back to the top


L10 - Filter Media Blockage - Initial Stage of Cake Filtration	10:15-11:30 h
Pore fouling behaviors in constant pressure and constant flux filtration of very dilute suspension, E. Iritani*, N. Katagiri, Y. Sugiyama, Nagoya University; K. Yagishita, Sanshin Mfg. Co., Ltd., Japan	April 16, 2008
Zeta potential of filter media and its influence on the initial stages of cake filtration, C. Schnitzer*, S. Ripperger, Kaiserslautern University, Germany	Session Chair: K.-L. Tung
Fouling of filter media: Solubility of oxalate solutions, R. Salmimies*, M. Louhi-Kultanen, A. Häkkinen, J. Kallas, M. Huhtanen, Lappeenranta University; Bjarne Ekberg, Larox Corp., Finland	back to the top


PM1 - Membrane Fouling	10:15-12:45 h
Resonance pulsed flow in cross flow filtration, C. Pflieger*, D. Lisicki, D. Beckmann, Institute for Bioprocessing and Analytical Measurement Techniques; J. Briesovsky, BB ResoPuls; E. Flindt, T. Reischl, membraPure GmbH; U. Metzler, Dingslebener Privatbrauerei Metzler GmbH, Germany	April 16, 2008
Analysis of particle fouling in different kinds of membranes during microfiltration, K.-J. Hwang*, C.-Y. Liao, Tamkang University, Taiwan	Session Chair: T. Peters
Application of electric field to reduce the fouling in crossflow microfiltration, C.-J. Chuang* , C.-C. Hsiung, Z.-H. Cheng, Chung Yuan University, Taiwan
Flow Manipulation for Performance Enhancement in Crossflow Filtration, B. Olayiwola*, P. Walzel, Technical University of Dortmund, Germany
Effect of membrane material-cum-morphology on the dead-end micro-filtration of protein solution during filtration cycles, K.-L. Tung*, S. Wang, D. Nanda, C.-C. Hu, C.-L. Li, Y.-L. Li, Chung Yuan University; J. Huang, Yeu Ming Tai Chemical Industrial Co. Ltd., Taiwan
Modified UF/NF membranes by LBL polyelectrolytes films for easy handling biofouling, M. Pontié*, E. Joudren, Angers University, France
Relative effect of osmotic pressure and fouling on flux decline in nanofiltration of whey and skimmed milk, B. Chaufer, H. El Khabbaze, B. Balannec, M. Rabiller-Baudry*, University Rennes 1, France; K. Elkacemi, University Mohamed V-Agdal, Morocco
Performances of an out-of-basin MBR for treating TFT-LCD wastewater, C.-H. Hsieh*, C.-M. Feng, C. Chou, S. Tan, Topco Scientific Co., Ltd.; C.-Y. Chung, J. C. Liu, Taiwan University, Taiwan	back to the top


PM2 - Mechanisms, Modelling, Simulation, Design	10:15-12:45 h
Modelling of the mass transfer in a hollow fiber dialyzer coupled with ultrafiltration operations, C.-D. Ho*, J.-W. Tu, Tamkang University, Taiwan	April 16, 2008
Investigation of mass transport in membrane-based separation of aqueous protein mixture, O. Trifunovic*, P. M. Bongers, Unilever, Netherlands	Session Chair: E. Drioli
Lattice Boltzmann simulation on flow in porous medium of ceramic filter, Z. Ji*, M. Sun, H. Chen, University of Petroleum Beijing, P.R. China
CFD simulation of a flat membrane module as a tool to explain fouling distribution, M. Rabiller-Baudry*, B. Balannec, D. Delaunay, University Rennes 1, France; J.M. Gozálvez-Zafrilla, University of Valencia, Spain
Investigation of dynamic filters using CFD, L. Steinke*, Y. Taamneh, S. Ripperger, Kaiserslautern University, Germany
Mathematical modeling of the simultaneous absorption of CO2 and H2S in a hollow fiber membrane contactor, J. Fathikalajahi*, P. Keshavarz, S. Ayatollahi, Shiraz University, Iran
Using fractional factorial design to determine the effect of the operational parameters on water flux in ultrafiltration, W.-L. Lai*, S.-W. Liao, J.-J. Chen, Tajen University; Li-Fu Chen, Shu-Te University, Taiwan	back to the top


PG1 - Surface Filtration	10:15-12:45 h
Filtration performance characteristics of high temperature pleatead filters which operated in conventional bag filter and Cybag filter, Y.-O. Park*, N. Hasolli, KIER; H.-J. Roh, Chung-Nam University, Korea	April 16, 2008
Efficient and economic particulate collection from the flue gas by the advanced hybrid particulate collectors, Y.-O. Park*, N. Hasolli, H.-K. Choi, KIER; Korea	Session Chair: B. Bach
Particle layer detachment under consideration of transient kinetic effects, Q. Zhang*, E. Schmidt, University of Wuppertal, Germany
Aspects of nozzle effect on the pulse-jet cleaning of a ceramic filter, J.-H. Choi*, K.-M. Sakong, Gyeongsang University, Korea; H. Chi, Z. Ji, University of Petroleum , P.R. China
Permeability of ceramic filters for high temperature gas filtration, G.M.C. Silva, E.A. Moreira, M.D.M. Innocentini, J. R. Coury*, University of Sao Carlos; C.R. Rambo, D. Hotza, University of Santa Catarina, Brazil
Performance evaluation of cellular ceramic membranes for hot aerosol filtration, M.D.M. Innocentini, V.P. Rodrigues, University of Ribeirao Preto; G.M.C. Silva, R.C.O. Romano, J.R. Coury*, University of Sao Carlos; R.G. Pileggi, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
Gas filtration: Influence of operational variables on cake formation and detachment in different filter types, P.A. Paschoal, M.L. Aguiar*, University of Sao Carlos, Brazil
Study on gas-solid filtration using cellulose fiber filtering media, D.F. Torre, M.L. Aguiar*, E.H. Tanabe, University of Sao Carlos, Brazil
Study of the profundity of particles penetration in different fabric filters, M.L. Aguiar*, E.H. Tanabe, E.J. Ricco, K.B. Rodriguez, University of Sao Carlos, Brazil
Effects of corona electrified solid particles on the efficiency and pressure drop of a fabric filter, M.V. Rodriguez*, M.A.S. Barrozo, University of Uberlandia; J.R. Coury, University of Sao Carlos, Brazil	back to the top


PG2 - Solid Gas Separation	10:15-12:45 h
Investigations into the collection of fine dust by plants, D. Bracke*, G. Reznik, H. Mölleken, E. Schmidt, University of Wuppertal, Germany	April 16, 2008
Development of a model equation for dust suppression by using a water-spraying system, W. Höflinger*, P. Grundnig, G. Mauschitz, J. Gao, Vienna University, Austria	Session Chair: H.-J. Schmid
Use of water sprays for reduction of airborne dust pollution, U. Klenk*, E. Schmidt, University of Wuppertal, Germany
Experimental study on the multi-orifice injection of liquid in a venturi scrubber, J.A.S. Goncalves*, V.G. Guerra, J.R. Coury, University of Sao Carlos, Brazil
Trace heavy metals emission control through enhanced submicrometer range filtration: Experimental determination of performance, C. Gutierrez-Canas*, J.A. Legarreta, University of the Basque Country; Sapin; D.Y.H. Pui, S.-C- Kim, University of Minnesota, USA
Experimental study of gas-solid two-phase flow in the guide vane cyclone tube, J.-J. Wang*, Y. Guo, Y.-H. Jin, University of Petroleum Dongying, P.R. China
Personal impactor to measurements aerosol inhalation dose, D. A. Pripachkin*, A.K. Budyka, Karpov Institute of Physical Chemistry; A.G. Tsovyanov, Institute of Biological Physics, Russia	back to the top


L11 - Technical Vacuum and Pressure Cake Filtration	13:15-14:30 h
Optimizing industrial filters at Pyhäsalmi mine in Finland, P. Rantala*, S. Lähteenmäki, Helsinki University, Finland	April 16, 2008
Advanced filtration of PTA (Pure Terephthalic Acid): Separation, washing and demoisturing in a single process unit with the hi-bar filtration, R. Bott*, T. Langeloh, M. Schiessl, Bokela GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: U. Esser
The multi-Purpose rotary drum filter, T. Langeloh*, R. Bott, Bokela GmbH, Germany	back to the top


L12 - Technical Centrifugal Sedimentation for Ultrafine Particles	13:15-14:30 h
Centrifugal separation in biopharmaceutical processing, W.-F. Leung*, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong	April 16, 2008
A case study - from lab-scale testing to industrial scale processing using a disk stack centrifuge, B. Fuchs*, A. Trasatti, S. Reddell, T. Pryor, DuPont Engineering, USA	Session Chair: P. Stelter
Fine solids separation within biodiesel process, M. Kopf*, G. Bergjohann, Pieralisi Deutschland GmbH, Germany	back to the top


L13 - Filter Media Characterization – Porometry - Integrity Testing I	13:15-14:30 h
Homogeneity of commercial filter cartridges, K. Gupta*, A. Jena, Pourous Materials, Inc., USA	April 16, 2008
Bubble point and pore size distribution measurements of filter papers, wovens and nonwovens using a pore size meter PSM 165, S. Große*, A. Rudolph, Topas GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: C. Peuchot
Filter media pore size comparison between porometry and glass bead challenge testing, G. Rideal*, Whitehouse Scientific Ltd., Great Britain; E. Mayer, DuPont Engineering, USA	back to the top


M08 - Produced Water Treatment	13:15-14:30 h
Feasibility of using ceramic ultra- and nanofiltration membranes for efficient treatment of produced water, P. Czermak*, M. Ebrahimi, K. Shams Ashaghi, University of Giessen-Friedberg; P. Mund, Atech Innovations GmbH, Germany	April 16, 2008
Crossflow microfiltration of oil from synthetic produced water, Y.H.D. Alanezi*, R.J. Wakeman, R.G. Holdich, Loughborough University, Great Britain	Session Chair: S. Ripperger
Preparation of nano-sized particles modified PVDF/Al2O3/TiO2 ultrafiltration membrane and study on its performances for oilfield wastewater treatment , S.-L. Yu*, Q. Zhao, H. Lu, J. Yang, D. Wang, Harbin Institute of Technology, P.R. China	back to the top


M09 - Nanofiltration	13:15-14:30 h
Nanofiltration: A method for solute removal from non-aqueous solvents, E.S. Tarleton*, Loughborough University, Great Britain	April 16, 2008
Organophilic nanofiltration by polymeric membranes, T. Beeskow*, GMT Membrantechnik GmbH; J. Stegger, Borsig Membrane Technology GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: E. Drioli
Pre-oxidation effect on TOC removal in surface water treatment by nanofiltration, G.H.R. Nabi Bidhendi*, A.Torabian, H. Etemadi, A.A. Ghadimkhani, Tehran University, Iran	back to the top


Invited Lecture 3	13:15-14:30 h
Gas Cleaning Technology Prof. Gernot Krammer NTNU - University of Science and Technology - Norway	April 16, 2008 Session Chair: W. Höflinger


Invited Lecture 4	15:00-16:15 h
Solid-Liquid-Separation by Deep Bed Filtration Prof. Rolf Gimbel University of Duisburg Essen - Germany	April 16, 2008 Session Chair: W. Mayne


M10 - Characterisation by SAXS	15:00-16:15 h
Modifying a small-angle X-ray scattering-camera for a time-reduced characterisation of nanoparticles, V. Goertz*, H. Nirschl, Karlsruhe University, R. Wengeler, BASF AG, Germany	April 16, 2008
Spatial and temporal in-situ evolution of concentration profile probed by SAXS during ultrafiltration of casein micelles, C. David, F. Pignon*, A. Magnin, University of Grenoble; M. Sztucki, European Synchrotron Radiation Facility; G. Gésan-Guiziou, INRA Agrocampus Rennes, France	Session Chair: S. Tarleton
In-situ characterization of anisotropic colloids deposition by SAXS during crossflow ultrafiltration, F. Pignon*, C. David, A. Magnin, University of Grenoble; M. Sztucki, European Synchrotron Radiation Facility, France	back to the top


M11 - Dynamic Filtration I	15:00-16:15 h
Rotation filtration with ceramic membrane discs: presentation of industrial and municipal applications, C. Münch*, F. Koppe, Kerafol GmbH, Germany	April 16, 2008
Dynamic cross-flow filtration of biological suspensions, e.g. bakers yeast, S. Neubauer*, U.A. Peuker, Clausthal University, Germany	Session Chair: R. Berndt
Classification using dynamic filtration, Y.Taamneh*, S. Ripperger, Kaiserslautern University, Germany	back to the top


M12 - Dairy Products I	15:00-16:15 h
Impact of physico-chemical feed properties on deposit layer formation and filtration in the microfiltration of milk proteins, W. Kühnl*, A. Piry, A. Tolkach, U. Kulozik, Munich University; T. Grein, S. Ripperger, Kaiserslautern University, Germany	April 16, 2008
Effect of physico-chemical changes on critical hydrodynamic conditions and protein transmission during microfiltration (0.1 µm) of skimmed milk, G. Gésan-Guiziou*, F. Garnier, F. Rousseau, INRA Agrocampus Rennes; A. Jimenez, SOREDAB SAS, France	Session Chair: R. Wakeman
Role of physico-chemical environment on limiting and critical fluxes in ultrafiltration, nanofiltration and reverse osmosis of modified skim milks, M. Rabiller-Baudry*, H. Bouzid, L. Paugam, University Rennes 1, France	back to the top


G9 - Depth Filtration & Nanofibre Layers	15:00-16:15 h
Experimental investigation on air filtration of sub-micron particulates by nanofiber filter, W.-F. Leung*, C.-H. Hung, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong	April 16, 2008
Investigation of filters with a single nanofiber layer on a substrate, J. Wang*, D.Y.H. Pui, S.C. Kim, University of Minnesota, USA	Session Chair: M. Lehmann
Filtration properties of cellulose filter media with polymer nanofiber layer, M. Maly*, S. Petrik , J. Duchoslav, L. Plistil, Elmarco Ltd.; J. Hruza, University of Liberec, Czech Republic	back to the top


G10 - Hot Gas Cleaning	15:00-16:15 h
Predicting the long term filtration behaviour on the basis of cycle times measured over a limited number of filtration cycles: Problems and approaches in high temperature gas filtration, N. Döring*, J. Meyer, G. Kasper, Karlsruhe University, Germany	April 16, 2008
Blow back system for hot gas filter installations using sintered metal fibre filter elements, I. Schildermans*, V. Kuijken, S. Vandendijk, A. Aust, NV Bekaert SA, Belgium	Session Chair: G. Krammer
High temperature granular bed filtration of biomass gasification gas, D. Stanghelle*, A. Norheim, O.K. Sonju, J. Hustad, NTNU University, Norway	back to the top


L14 - Large Scale Treatment of Water and Wastewater	16:45-18:00 h
Large scale experiences in wastewater filtration: A practical insight, M. Barjenbruch*, Berlin University, Germany	April 16, 2008
Experience from world’s largest sea water filtration plant for oil reservoir injection, M.H. Al-Ghamdi*, N.P. Isaias, Saudi Aramco, Saudi Arabia	Session Chair: W. Mayne
The impact of wastewater quality on receiving water bodies in Eastern Cape, South Africa, A.N. Osode, University of Fort Hare; M. Sibewu; M.N.B., Tshwane University , South Africa	back to the top


L15 - Centrifugal Filtration Fundamentals	16:45-18:00 h
Advances in mathematical models and numerical methods for gravity and centrifugal sedimentation and filtration of polydisperse suspensions, R. Bürger*, University of Conception; A. Garcia, University del Norte, Chile	April 16, 2008
Steam enhanced centrifugation of compressible products, U.A. Peuker*, Clausthal University, Germany	Session Chair: B. Fuchs
Purification of particulate solids on centrifuges, F. Ruslim*, H. Nirschl, W. Stahl, Karlsruhe University, Germany; P. Carvin, Rhodia, France	back to the top


L16 - Filter Media Characterization – Porometry - Integrity Testing II	16:45-18:00 h
A study of the mechanism of wet and dry filtration using NIST traceable glass microspheres, G.R. Rideal*, E.A. Roberts, A. Stewart, J. Storey, Whitehouse Scientific Ltd., Great Britain	April 16, 2008
Monitoring of cleanliness level in hydraulic and lube fluids using the mesh blockage technique, H. Karl, K. Defren*, Pall GmbH, Germany; M.J. Day, Pall Europe Ltd., Great Britain	Session Chair: K. Gupta
Filterability of mineral based gear lubrication oils, K. Farooq*, Pall Corporation, USA	back to the top


M13 - Dynamic Filtration II	16:45-18:00 h
Dynamic cross flow microfiltration of viscous suspensions, S. Mirza*, Somicon AG, Switzerland; R. Bott, E. Ehrfeld, Bokela GmbH, Germany	April 16, 2008
Dynamic cross-flow filtration with ceramic filter membranes, B. Hegnauer*, KMPT AG, Germany	Session Chair: R. Berndt
Influence of different parameters on membrane flux and nutrient re-tention of digester effluent filtrate in a single-shaft-disk-filter, R. Maas*, V. Bagehorn, E. Friedrich, H. Friedrich, Fraunhofer Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems IKTS, Germany	back to the top


M14 - Dairy Products II	16:45-18:00 h
Microfiltration for the reduction of microorganisms in complex food systems: Effect of operating conditions and ingredient interactions, V. Kaufmann*, V. Schmidt, S. Scherer, U. Kulozik, Munich University, Germany	April 16, 2008
Effect of membrane length, membrane resistances and process conditions on the fractionation of milk proteins by microfiltration, A. Piry*, W. Kühnl, A. Tolkach, U. Kulozik, Munich University, T.Grein, S. Ripperger, Kaiserslautern University, Germany; A. Heino, University of Helsinki, Finland	Session Chair: R. Wakeman
Membrane adsorption chromatography – A novel hybrid technology for the separation of high value bioactive molecules such as glycosylated peptides, M. Kreuß*, U. Kulozik, Munich University, Germany	back to the top


G11 - Depth Filtration & Modelling	16:45-18:00 h
Simulation of dust filtration in consideration of the incident flow using a coupling of analytical filtration models with CFD code, P. Kopf*, M. Piesche, Stuttgart University, Germany	April 16, 2008
Initial collection efficiency of neutral aerosol particles in bipolarly charged fibrous filters, A. Podgorski*, Warsaw University, Poland; A. Balazy, Cummins Filtration, Inc., USA	Session Chair: M. Waldenmaier
Nonsteady-state performance of mechanical fibrous filters, A. Balazy*, Cummins Filtration, Inc., USA; A. Podgorski, Warsaw University, Poland	back to the top


G12 - Industrial (Hot) Gas Cleaning	16:45-18:00 h
Star-BagsTM – Application of an advanced filter media construction for greater filtration efficiency and production capacity, M.J. Neate*, Albany International Pty Ltd, P.R. China; B. Currwell, Albany International Pty Ltd, Australia	April 16, 2008
Backpulse cleaned filtration system for the retention of alumina particles in NOx-gas streams, I. Schildermans*, H. Verbauwhede, S. Vandendijk, NV Bekaert SA, Belgium	Session Chair: J. Coury
Recent advances in particulate filtration technologies for coal gasification based power generation plants, S.D. Sharma*, D. Chase, M. Dolan, A. Ilyusheckin, K. McLennan, T. Nguyen, CSIRO Energy Technology, Australia	back to the top


L17 - Deep Bed Filtration – Modelling, Test and Simulation I	8:30-9:45 h
Basic model for suspension transport in porous media (for petroleum and environmental engineering), A. Shapiro*, University of Denmark DTU, Denmark; P. Bedrikovetsky, University of Rio de Janeiro/Petrobras, Brazil	April 17, 2008
Optimization of non-woven metallic filter media based on probability model, S. Ishikawa*, Kansai Wire Netting Co., Ltd.; A. Shimosaka, Y. Shirakawa, J. Hidaka, Doshisha University, Japan	Session Chair: U. Janoske
On coupled micro- and macro simulation for filtration processes, Z. Lakdawala*, O. Iliev, A. Wiegmann, Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics ITWM, Germany	back to the top


L18 - Technical Vacuum and Pressure Cake Filtration – Media and Components	8:30-9:45 h
Sefar hybrid technology (SHT) - A new approach to extend durability of filter fabrics, K.-U. Hömann*, C. Maurer, Sefar AG, Switzerland	April 17, 2008
Latest developments in woven filter media for gypsum dewatering in modern FGD, A. Aust*, O. Steffen, C. Gurtner, C. Maurer, Sefar AG, Switzerland	Session Chair: R. Lydon
Pigments getting finer and finer - A new answer to this challenge, C. Maurer*, Sefar AG, Switzerland	back to the top


L19 - Separation Enhancement by Electric Forces	8:30-9:45 h
Comparative analysis of electro-osmotic dewatering and electroforced sedimentaion, M.S. Jami,* Islamic University Malaysia; Malaysia; M. Iwata, Suzuka National College, Japan	April 17, 2008
Electrohydrodynamic transport in nanoporous filter cakes, B. Schäfer*, H. Nirschl, Karlsruhe University, Germany	Session Chair: S. Ripperger
Solid-liquid expression enhancement from plant tissues by pulsed electric fields, E. Vorobiev*, N. Grimia, N. Lebovka, University of Compiègne; J. Vaxelaire, ENSGTI, France	back to the top


M15 - Modelling of Membrane Processes	8:30-9:45 h
Modelling and optimization of multi-stage membrane filtration processes, Z. Kovacs*, W. Samhaber, University of Linz, Austria	April 17, 2008
Dynamical modelling and optimization of wastewater filtration process by submerged membrane bioreactors, C. Albasi*, A. Zarragoitia, S. Schetrite, U. Jauregui, University of Toulouse, France	Session Chair: P. Czermak
Modelling the separation of protein solutions by means of cross-flow filtration, T. Grein*, S. Ripperger, Kaiserslautern University; A. Piry, W. Kühnl, U. Kulozik, Munich University, Germany


M16 - Membrane Fouling	8:30-9:45 h
Determining fouling parameters from microfiltration tests, W.F. Leung, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong	April 17, 2008
Core-shell particles as model compound for studying fouling, M.L. Christensen*, M.B.O. Andersen, T.B. Nielsen, K. Keiding, Aalborg University, Denmark	Session Chair: E. Vorobiev
Characterization of fouling membrane in different integrated microfiltration systems, X.-J. Yan, S.-L. Yu*, S.-T. Fu, X. Yang, Y.-T. An, Harbin Institute of Technology, P.R. China	back to the top


G13 - Particles and Filter Tests	8:30-9:45 h
Filter test with soot generation from 7.5 nm up to 200 nm and a mass concentration from 100 mg/h up to 3 g/h, G. Lindenthal*, Consulting for Particle Technology; M. Schmidt, L. Mölter, Palas GmbH, Germany	April 17, 2008
The influence of test aerosol parameters on the filtration efficiency of electret filters, I.L. Tuinman*, C. van Gulijk, TNO Defense Security and Safety, Netherlands	Session Chair: A. Weber
Separation behaviour of airborne particles and bioaerosols on particulate respirators and respirator filter media, T. Voigt*, S. Ripperger, Kaiserslautern University; G. Helmke, B. Ahlert, Fulda University, K.W. Müller, BGN, Germany	back to the top


G14 - Fibrous Filter	8:30-9:45 h
Experimental investigations concerning the origin of particle penetration during dust filtration with nonwoven filter media, T. Häusle*, H. Rieger, H. Sauter, Mahle Filtersysteme GmbH, Germany	April 17, 2008
Collection of nanoparticles on fibrous media: Filtration efficiency and clogging effect, G. Mouret*, D. Thomas, S. Calle-Chazelet, Nancy University; D. Bemer, INRS, France	Session Chair: M. Lehmann
Air filtration performance of fine to nano size fibrous materials formed from polymeric film stretch, K.-J. Choi*, AAF International, USA	back to the top


L20 - Deep Bed Filtration - Modelling, Test and Simulation II	10:15-11:30 h
On new challenges for CFD simulation in filtration, O. Iliev*, Z. Lakdawala, Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics ITWM; M. Dedering, W. Stausberg, IBS Filtran, Germany; R. Ciegis, V. Starikovicius, Vilnius University, Lithuania	April 17, 2008
Importance of the CFD simulations for the design of efficient filters, W. Stausberg*, M. Dedering, IBS Filtran; O. Iliev, Z. Lakdawala, P. Popov, Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics ITWM, Germany	Session Chair: A. Wiegmann
Setting a new milestone in filter media design: Simulating performance according multipass test based on 3D fiber structures, M.J. Lehmann*, H. Banzhaf, G.-M. Klein, M. Durst, Mann+Hummel GmbH; S. Rief, A. Wiegmann, Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics ITWM, Germany	back to the top


L21 - Press Filtration Fundamentals I	10:15-11:30 h
Describing the shear and compressive behavior of fine particulate filter cakes using characteristic solids volume fractions, A. Erk*, BASF AG, W. Stahl, H. Anlauf, Karlsruhe University, Germany	April 17, 2008
Dewatering and flow behaviour of fine limestone particle packings, T. Mladenchev, G. Kache*, J. Tomas, University of Magdeburg, Germany	Session Chair: F. Ruslim
Dewatering and fluidity behaviour of kaolin suspensions in the presence of a dispersant, O. Larue*, E. Vorobiev, University of Compiègne; M. Loginov, Nikolai Lebovka, Institute of Biocolloidal Chemistry, Ukraine	back to the top


L22 - Separation Enhancement by Magnetic Forces	10:15-11:30 h
Existing and potential applications of magnetic fields in particle technology, C. Eichholz, M. Stolarski, H. Nirschl, Karlsruhe University, Germany; K. Keller*, Solae/Dupont, USA	April 17, 2008
Magnetic filtration processes in selective bio separation, M. Stolarski, C. Eichholz, H. Nirschl*, Karlsruhe University, Germany	Session Chair: H. Nirschl
Continuous selective high gradient magnetic bio separation using novel rotating matrix centrifugation, M. Stolarski*, C. Eichholz, H. Nirschl, Karlsruhe University, Germany; K. Keller, Solae; B. Fuchs, DuPont, USA	back to the top


PM3 - Inorganic/Ceramic Membranes	10:15-12:45 h
Feasibility of ceramic ultra- and nanofiltration membranes for removal of endotoxins, P. Czermak*, M. Ebrahimi, University of Giessen-Friedberg; G. Catapano, University of Calabria, Italy	April 17, 2008
Two stage integrated ceramic membrane reactor system for the continuous enzymatic synthesis of oligosaccharides, M. Ebrahimi*, L. Placido, L. Engel, K. Shams Ashagi, University of Giessen-Friedberg, Germany; P. Czermak, Kansas State University, USA	Session Chair: R. de Bruyne
MEMBRALOX® IC A new range of high compactness ceramic Crossflow filtration membranes, J. Guibaud*, P. Chanaud, J.M. Cayrey V. Lasserre, PALL Exekia, France
Goat milk fractionation and protein concentration by ceramic and polymeric membranes, B. Cancino*, C. Astudillo, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Valparaiso, Chile
Filtration of BSA and ß-cyclodextrin solutions by using inorganic membrane, T.-W. Cheng*, K.-W. Lin, Y.-L. Chiu, Tamkang University, Taiwan
Preparation of nano-sized alumina modified ultrafiltration membrane and its antifouling research , S.-L. Yu*, D. G. Wang, Y. Lu, W. X. SHi, H. Lv, Harbin Institute of Technology, P.R. China
Adhesion of particles on ceramic membranes, T. Quadt*, E. Schmidt, University of Wuppertal, Germany	back to the top


PM4 - Special Membranes and Complex Systems	10:15-12:45 h
Enhanced membrane separation process for biogas upgrading – Operating experiences of feeding biomethane into the Austrian gas grid, M. Harasek*, A. Makaruk, M. Miltener, R. Schlager, Vienna University, Austria	April 17, 2008
Investigation of He/CO2 selectivity in palladium composite membranes, M. Dogan*, O. Altinisik, G. Dogu, Gazi University, Turkey	Session Chair: W. Leung
Ionic liquid recovery from aqueous solutions by cross-flow nanofiltration, J.F. Fernández*, E. Chilyumova, D. Waterkamp, J. Thöming, University of Bremen, Germany
Linseed oil extraction by high voltage electrical discharges followed by separation oil-in-water emulsions by dynamic microfiltration, J.-L. Lanoisellé, L. Li, L. Ding, X. Liao, E. Vorobiev*, University of Compiègne, France
Chromatography membrane reactor system (CMCRS) for the continuous synthesis of galactosyl-oligosaccharides, L. Engel*, M. Ebrahimi, K. Schams, P. Czermak, University of Giessen-Friedberg, Germany
Homogeneous catalysts recycling by nanofiltration: one step further to the sustainable production, T. Renouard*, A. Keraani, M. Rabiller-Baudry, C. Fischmeister, University Rennes 1, France
Nanofiltration membrane performances in concentrated and diluted phosphoric acid media , H. Diallo*, B. Chaufer, M. Rabiller-Baudry, University Rennes 1, France
The effect of feed solution pH on membrane microstructure and performance: An inside understanding by PALS analysis and molecular dynamic simulation, K.-S. Chang*, K.-L. Tung, D. Nanda, J.Y.-C. Jean, Chung Yuan University, Taiwan
Removing natural organic matters from raw water using PACl coagulation & membrane filtration, D.-J. Lee, B.N. Tsai, J.Y. Lai, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
A MEMS-based wet-wet differential pressure sensor for aggressive media with integrated temperature sensor, G. Drews*, Grundfos GmbH, Germany	back to the top


PG3 - Depth Filtration	10:15-12:45 h
Improved CFD modeling of fibrous media for air cleaning applications, P. Tronville*, Torino University, Italy; R. Rivers, EQS, Inc, USA; Z. Bin, Tongji University, P.R. China	April 17, 2008
Influence of unevenness of porous structure of filtration papers on distributing of stream in pores, A.G. Denysenko*, Kharkiv University, Ukraine	Session Chair: J. Meyer
Dispersion of aerosol particles in inhomogeneous fibrous filter media, A. Podgorski*, A. Jackiewicz, Warsaw University, Poland; A. Balazy, Cummins Filtration, Inc., USA full paper as pdf
Deposition of charged submicron aerosol particles in fibrous filters, V.A. Kirsch*, Frumkin Institute of Physical Chemistry; A.K. Budyka, Karpov Institute of Physical Chemistry, Russia
Orthogonal test and regression analysis on granular bed filter, H.-M. Fu*, X. Su, Z. Lo, X. Zhou, Donghua University
Hot Cleaning of Fuel Gas from Biomass Gasification, S. Thomas*, A. Herrmann, E. Schotte, Fraunhofer Institute for Factory Operation and Automation , Germany	back to the top


PG4 - Combined Processes	10:15-12:45 h
Examination of effectivity of the CRT- DPF based on Ti4O7, P. Fuc*, Poznan University, Poland	April 17, 2008
High porosity sinters TiO 2-xNx as an active carrier used in DPF Filter, J. Merkisz*, P. Fuc, Poznan University; D. Oblakowska, Crakow University, Poland	Session Chair: W. Höflinger
Non Pt catalyst group in active part of new PM filter, J. Merkisz*, P. Fuc, Poznan University; D. Oblakowska, M. Gramatyka, Crakow University, Poland
Reliability of particle emissions measurement on engine test stand, J. Merkisz*, J. Pielecha, Poznan University, Poland
Mathematical modeling and experimental study of bezene adsorption kinetics in a zeolite bed, M. Petryk*, Ternopil University, Ukraine; J. Fraissard, University P. et M. Curie; S. Leclerc, D. Canet, University Nancy 1, France
Numerical analysis on achieving the even sorbent dispersion in the lab-scale facility of DSI process for improving the SO2 removal efficiency, J.D. Chung*, J.W. Kim, Y.M. Park, Y.P. Bae, Hoseo University, Korea	back to the top


L23 - Deep Bed Filtration - Modelling, Test and Simulation III	13:15-14:30 h
Initial efficiency colector models for up flow direct filtration: proposals and analysis, A. Botari*, L. di Bernardo, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil	April 17, 2008
Transitional capacity and particle removal efficiency connecting novel performance parameters of nonwovens, H. Kleizen*, IDEGO, Delft University, Parker Filtration B.V., Netherlands	Session Chair: W. Höflinger
Dynamic filter efficiency. The effect of filter performance on fluid cleanliness in dynamic operating systems, C. Juhasz*, Scientific Services, Inc., USA	back to the top


L24 - Press Filtration Fundamentals II	13:15-14:30 h
Average cake filtration properties: Are they all that different to the local ones?, R.G. de Kretser*, P. J. Scales, S.P. Usher, H. Saha, University of Melbourne, Australia	April 17, 2008
Pore pressure measurement during cake filtration, E. Chantoiseau*, P. Arlabosse, Mining University d'Albi-Carmaux, France	Session Chair: E. Iritani
Thermodynamic solution of filtration and expression, S. Kuri*, Kuri Chemical Engineers Inc., H. Ohya, Yokohama University, Japan	back to the top


L25 - Separation Enhancement by Chemical Additives I	13:15-14:30 h
Physico-chemical aspects on the separation of fine, nanoscale particles from fluids, H. Nirschl*, Karlsruhe University, Germany	April 17, 2008
Variation of filtration behavior by manipulation of the filter cake structure, M. Hieke*, H. Nirschl, Karlsruhe University, Germany	Session Chair: E. Vorobiev
Effect of lecithin addition on crude linseed oil filtration, R. Savoire*, E. Vorobiev, J.-L. Lanoisellé, University of Compiègne, France	back to the top


Invited Lecture 5	13:15-14:30 h
Membrane Separation Prof. Enrico Drioli University of Calabria Italy	April 17, 2008 Session Chair: G. Rideal


G15 - Filter Test Systems	13:15-14:30 h
New methods for conformity-of-production and inspection&maintenance testing of filters, M. Kasper*, T. Mosimann, Matter Engineering AG, Switzerland	April 17, 2008
Practice-relevant lifetime of cleanable filter media, M. Schmidt*, L. Mölter, Palas GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: J. Coury
Investigation of the filtration behaviour of an artificial filtration test rig in comparison to an industrial filter unit – Differences and possibilities of scale up, G. Gasparin*, Evonik Fibres GmbH, Austria	back to the top


G16 - Special Filter Media	13:15-14:30 h
Experimental research on collecting efficiency of lube-oil filtration paper, H.-M. Fu*, X. Su, Z. Lo, X. Zhou, Donghua University, P.R. China	April 17, 2008
The study of the PSU filtrater medium, J.-D. Wang*, China North Vehicle Research Institute, P.R. China	Session Chair: P. Tronville
Design of seamless sintered metal powder filter elements, R. Röhlig*, GKN Sinter Metals Filters GmbH, Germany	back to the top


L26 - Deep Bed Filtration for Water and Wastewater	15:00-16:15 h
A novel fibrous filter for particle removal and coalescence applications, D.G. Griffiths*, C. Flinn, Fibra Ltd., Great Britain	April 17, 2008
Effect of particle size on particle capture performance of polypropylene non-woven fibrous filter, T. Oshita*, Yamashin-Filter Corp.; K. Nakamura, K. Matsumoto, Yokohama University, Japan	Session Chair: H.J. Mälzer
Modification of diatomaceous earth-based depth filters with nanosized basic or amphoteric metal oxides to promote virus removal from water, B. Michen*, M. Wegmann, T. Graule, Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing and Research, Switzerland; C. G. Aneziris, Freiberg University, Germany	back to the top


L27 - Technical Mechanical-Thermal Press Filtration	15:00-16:15 h
Thermally assisted press-filtration processes - An overview, S. Couturier*, IFTS, France; U.A. Peuker, Clausthal University, Germany	April 17, 2008
Hot filter presses - Industrial and international experiences with Rollfit®, A. Reisser*, Reisser Eilers & Partner AG, Switzerland	Session Chair: R. Bott
Hot filter press - Filtration, washing and thermal drying in a filter press, D. Mrotzek*, U. Esser, M. Longerich, Bayer Technology Services GmbH, Germany	back to the top


L28 - Separation Enhancement by Chemical Additives II	15:00-16:15 h
Cationic polymer desorption kinetics from sludge, H. Saveyn*, P. Van der Meeren, Ghent University, Netherlands; S.K. Dentel, University of Delaware, USA	April 17, 2008
Sludge floccation: From laboratory to wastewater treatment plant, P. Ginisty*, C. Peuchot, IFTS, France	Session Chair: A Botari
Interaction of polyelectrolyte with sewage sludge and lignite in conditioning of flocculated sludge, K.B. Thapa*, E. Qi, A.F.A. Hoadley, A. Stevens, Monash University, Australia	back to the top


M17 - Separation of Complex Systems	15:00-16:15 h
Novel yeast & oil drop microfiltration equipment, M.T. Stillwell*, W. Sumritwatchasai, R.G. Holdich, S.R. Kosvintsev, Loughborough University, Great Britain	April 17, 2008
The effect of pH on the separation of manure nutrients with reverse osmosis membranes, L. Masse*, D.I. Massé, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Y. Pellerin, Technologies Osmosys, Canada	Session Chair: K.J. Hwang
Influence of extractant molar volume on the alkali metal membrane extraction in closed system, Z. Albaraka*, D. Trebouet, M. Burgard, Strasbourg University, France; J.M. Loureiro, University of Porto, Portugal	back to the top


M18 - Membrane Characterisation	15:00-16:15 h
High sensitivity binary gas integrity test for parvovirus retentive filters provides enhanced virus retention assurance, S. Giglia*, M. Krishnan, Millipore Corp., USA	April 17, 2008
Characterization of the 3D pore morphology and connectivity of polymeric membranes by nano-transmission X-ray microscope, T.-T. Wu*, K.-L. Tung, C.-C. Chien, C.-Y. Lin, Chung Yuan University, Y.-F. Song, G.-C. Yin, Y.-M. Chen, National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center, Taiwan	Session Chair: D.-J. Lee
Development and characterization of new inorganic supports based on natural moroccan phosphate for microfiltration and ultrafiltration membranes, I. Barrouk; S. Alami Younssi; A. Elbizane, FSTM Mohammedia, A. Kabbabi*, J. Maghnouji, CERPHOS, Morroco; M. Persin; A. Larbot, University of Montpellier, France	back to the top


Invited Lecture 6	15:00-16:15 h
Simulation of Particle Separation Processes Prof. Uwe Janoske University of Cooperative Education Mosbach Germany	April 17, 2008 Session Chair: E. Schmidt


L29 - Adsorption-Absorption in Deep Bed Filtration for Water and Wastewater	16:45-18:00 h
Removal of xeno-estrogenic pollutants by an yeast saccharomyces cerevisiae strain from water, A. Ghirisan*, S. Dragan, C. Cimpoiu, V. Micluas, University Cluj-Napoca; C. Roman, Research Institute for Analytical Instrumentation, Romania	April 17, 2008
Deep bed filtration optimization: Study of physical fouling and chemical saturation of permeable reactive barriers at pilot scale, P. Ginisty*, IFTS; A. Esnault-Filet, Soletanche Bachy, France	Session Chair: H. Saveyn
Use of wood fiber filter for advanced treatment of municipal wastewater, M.-Y. Oh*, M.-Y. Kim, Y.-K. Kim, Kangwon University, Korea	back to the top


L30 - Particle Measurement - Contamination Control	16:45-18:00 h
A review of methods and techniques available for particle sizing and/or counting in liquid contamination control, C. Peuchot*, S. Couturier, IFTS, France	April 17, 2008
Advances in laboratory performance evaluation of hydraulic filter elements - Application to the study of aircraft hydraulic filter elements, P. Madhavan, L. Bensch, Pall Corporation; X. Tao*, Southwest Research Institute, USA	Session Chair: G. Rideal
Measurement of water separation efficiency of diesel fuel filters, C. Peuchot*, N. Petillon, IFTS, France	back to the top


L31 - Separation Enhancement by Chemical Additives III	16:45-18:00 h
Industrial wastewater treatment utilizing zeta potential measurements, S. Emeish*, Al-Balqa' Applied University, Jordan	April 17, 2008
Artificial neural networks for on-line control of coagulation in drinking water treatment, H.-J. Mälzer*, A. Nahrstedt, S. Panglisch, IWW Water Center; S. Strugholtz, University of Duisburg-Essen; J. Gebhardt, aquatune – Dr. Gebhardt & Co. GmbH; W. Zach, Stadtwerke Düren, Germany	Session Chair: H. Anlauf
Classification of manganese-doped zinc sulfide nanoparticles by size, Y. Mori*, Y. Arao, H. Ishizuka, Doshisha University, Japan	back to the top


M19 - Membrane Modules Modelling (CFD)	16:45-18:00 h
Computational fluid flow of porous SiC ceramic filtering modules and optimization of the channel edge form geometry, S. Alexopoulos*, G. Breitbach, B. Hoffschmidt, Aachen University, Germany; P. Stobbe, Stobbe Tech Ceramics A/S, Denmark	April 17, 2008
CFD studies for flow and concentration profiles in feed channels of spiral-wound membrane modules, M. Shakaib*, S.M.F. Hasani, M. Mahmood, NED University Karachi, Pakistan	Session Chair: D.-J. Lee
Modelling the two phase flow in a pilot submerged Membrane bioreactor, E. Nguyen Cong Duc*, B. Lesjean, Berlin Center of Competence for Water; Germany; C. Levrecq, Anjou Recherche, France	back to the top


M20 - Submerged Membranes	16:45-18:00 h
The effect of the kind of the sludge solids containing in the excess activated sludge on the filtration characteristics of hollow fiber microfiltration, K. Kawasaki*, A. Matsuda, H. Tanimoto, R. Nagasaki, Ehime University; D. Omori, Daiki Axis Co., Japan	April 17, 2008
Membrane separation processes assisted by in situ streaming potentials measurement in low pressure MF/UF immersed membranes, M. Pontié*, Angers University, France	Session Chair: Y. Zhao
Treatment of wastewater using microfiltration submerged membranes, S. Bou-Hamad*, A. Al-Safar, A. Al-Sariafi, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, Kuwait	back to the top


G17 - Filter Media Fabrication	16:45-18:00 h
New hot melt technology to bond and separate filter media, M. Puffe*, Nordson Deutschland GmbH, Germany	April 17, 2008
Nanofibers by centrifuge spinning to improve filter media, M. Dauner*, A. Ullrich, ITV Denkendorf; F. Reiter, Reiter Oberflächentechnik GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: P. Tronville
Nanofibrous material FP for radioactive aerosol monitoring, A.K. Budyka*, I.U. Filatov, Y.N. Filatov, V.G. Mamagulashvili, Karpov Institute of Physical Chemistry; Y.N. Martynyuk, JSC NPP Doza, Russia	back to the top


G18 - Combined Processes	16:45-18:00 h
Adsorptive removal of nitrogen oxides in cabin air filters, U. Sager*, A. Görgülü, F. Schmidt, University Duisburg-Essen, Germany	April 17, 2008
The removal of ozone and nitrogen oxides by HVAC filters, A. Ginestet*, D. Pugnet, CETIAT, France	Session Chair: J. Pridal
Experimental investigation of diesel exhaust particles loading on high performance mechanical air filters, W. Poon*, E. Fischer, W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., USA; M. Schroeter, W. L. Gore & Associates GmbH , Germany	back to the top


L32 - Precoat Filtration-Body Feed Filtration-Filter Aids	8:30-9:45 h
New filter system for kieselguhr-free filtration of beer - Concept and practical results, A. Zeller*, A. Schwarz, C. Forte, H. Evers, KHS AG, Germany	April 18, 2008
Framework for selecting thin-cake candle filter technology for removing solid contaminant fines from recirculating acid gas scrubbing fluid streams, B.A. Perlmutter*, G.E. Schlager, BHS-Filtration Inc., USA	Session Chair: T. Langeloh
Rice hull ash for water treatment, W. Li, C. Berthold*, C. Kiser, Q. Richard, Agrilectric Research Company, USA	back to the top


L33 - Hydrocyclones	8:30-9:45 h
Modelling of liquid-liquid separation in hydrocyclones - coupled solution of population balances with flow field simulation, G.Gorbach*, S. Schütz, M. Piesche, Stuttgart University, Germany	April 18, 2008
Using pressure profiles to study the effects of air-core formation in a hydrocyclone, M.J. Doby*, DuPont, USA; A.F. Nowakowski, University of Sheffield; I. Yiu, T. Dyakowski, University of Manchchester, Great Britain	Session Chair: U. Janoske
Experiments of Removing Catalyst from RFCC Slurry by Miniature Hydrocyclones, P. Zhou*, H.-L. Wang, Z.-S. Bai, Y.-H. Zhang, Q. Yang, J. Ma, East China University, P.R. China	back to the top


M21 - New Separation Concepts	8:30-9:45 h
Pulsed flow microfiltration with a spiral wound membrane, R.G. Holdich, S.R. Kosvintsev, S. Zhdanov, M. Stillwell*, Loughborough University, Great Britain	April 18, 2008
Al2O3 microporous membranes prepared on wet substrate by plasma spray coating technology, C.-C. Hsiung*, K.-L. Tung, C.-J. Chuang, T.-C. Ling; Chung Yuan University, Taiwan	Session Chair: R. Lydon
Development of a novel high performance continuous cake-less filtration system, T. Mori*, T. Katsuoka, B. Ochirkhuyag, J. Tsubaki, Nagoya University; T. Sugimoto, Chuo Kakohki Co. Ltd., Japan	back to the top


M22 - Micro Sieves	8:30-9:45 h
Stainless steel micro sieves produced by “on-the-fly” laser perforation for fermentation sludge treatment, M. Baumeister*, K. Dickmann, Laser Center Münster LFM; D. Richter, pro-net, Germany	April 18, 2008
Microsieves – Low filter area, high performance, A. Damm*, Bayer Technology Services GmbH, Germany; B. Brocades, Fluxxion B.V., Belgium	Session Chair: U. Peuker
Micro filtration with silicon nitride micro sieves and high frequency back pulsing, C.N. Koh*, T. Wintgens, T. Melin, Aachen University, Germany; F. Pronk, B. Brocades, Fluxxion B.V., Belgium	back to the top


M23 - Membrane Bio Reactor I	8:30-9:45 h
Containerized MBR plants for wastewater treatment, S. Richter*, U. Brüß, A3 Water Solutions GmbH, Germany	April 18, 2008
Ceramic membrane bio reactor for industrial waste water treatment a case study, J. Guibaud*, S. Paranthoen, A. Balaire, Pall Corp, France	Session Chair: J. Pridal
AirLift MBR: large-scale side-stream system for municipal waste water treatment, H. Futselaar*, L. Broens, Norit Process Technology B.V.; R. Rosberg, Norit X-Flow B.V.; J. Jacobs, Norit Membrane Technology B.V., Netherlands	back to the top


G19 - Filter Classification and Standardisation	8:30-9:45 h
Developments in the standardization of methods of measuring the performance of air filters, P. Tronville*, Torino University, Italy; J. Dyment, Great Britain	April 18, 2008
Which filter class is requested in a typical HVAC system?, T. Carlsson*, Scandfilter AB, Sweden	Session Chair: H. Kleizen
Energy-efficiency-classification of air filters, M. Mayer*, T. Caesar, J. Klaus, Freudenberg Vliesstoffe KG, Germany	back to the top


G20 - Simulation of Diesel Particulate Filters	8:30-9:45 h
Simulation of ceramic DPF media, soot deposition and pressure drop evolution, S. Rief, D. Kehrwald, K. Schmidt, A. Wiegmann, Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics ITWM, Germany	April 18, 2008
Numerical investigations of diesel particulate filter systems with 2D and 3D simulation models, T. Deuschle*, M. Piesche, Stuttgart University, Germany	Session Chair: G. Mauschitz
Computational fluid dynamics simulation of soot filtration in wall-flow diesel particulate traps for automotive applications, S. Bensaid*, D. Marchisio, D. Fino, G. Saracco, V. Specchia, Torino University, Italy	back to the top


L34 - Water Separation from Biodiesel by Filtration and Coalescence	10:15-11:30 h
The Effects of biodiesel fuels of water separation performance in diesel fuel, S. Hutzler*, G.B. Bessee, Southwest Research Institute, USA	April 18, 2008
The Effects of diesel fuel additives on water separation performance, S. Hutzler*, G.B. Bessee, Southwest Research Institute, USA	Session Chair: M. Kopf
Factors of influence in water separation from biodiesel-ultra low sulfur diesel blends, C. M. Stanfel* , Ahlstrom Engine Filtration LLC, USA	back to the top


L35 - Gravity Sedimentation/Flotation	10:15-11:30 h
BayFlotech – Make things clearer, D. Ulrich*, Bayer Technology Services GmbH, Germany	April 18, 2008
Fine particles separation in recovered paper suspensions, G. Hirsch*; J. Wagner; S. Schabel, Darmstadt University; M. Feist, Karlsruhe University, Germany	Session Chair: D. Mrotzek
Removal of arsenic from wastewaters by batch airlift electrocoagulation, H. K. Hansen*, P. Nunez, C. Jil, G. Technical University Federico Santa Maria , Chile	back to the top


M24 - Special Membrane Applications	10:15-11:30 h
Nanofiltration operation as a sustainable water defluoridation operation dedicated to large scale pilot plants for the future, M. Pontié*, H. Dach, Angers University, J. Leparc, Veolia Water, France; A. Lhassani, University of Fes, Morocco	April 18, 2008
Properties of downward and upward ultrafiltration of nanoparticle suspensions, Y. Mukai*, S. Shida, E. Iritani, Nagoya University, Japan	Session Chair: R. de Kretser
Experimental study on the desalination of polymer-flooding oil-extraction wastewater with UF-EDR combined system, S.-L. Yu*, J. Xu, X. Zuo, D. Wang, J. Liu, H. Lu, Harbin Institute of Technology, P.R. China	back to the top


M25 - Product Processing	10:15-11:30 h
Influence of membrane polymer on adsorptive fouling in microfiltration of wine, O. Schuster*, W. Ansorge, B. von Harten, Membrana GmbH; M. Ulbricht, University Duisburg-Essen, Germany	April 18, 2008
Application of binary packing for polysaccharides separation by hydrodynamic chromatography, A. Yelshin*, M. Mota, J.A. Teixeira, A. Yelshin, University of Minho; R. Diash, University of Bragança, Portugal	Session Chair: U. Peuker
Improved virus retention assurance using novel high productivity parvovirus retentive filters, G. Tkacik*, M. Krishnan, Millipore Corp., USA; G. Kern, Millipore SAS, France	back to the top


M26 - Membrane Bio Reactor II	10:15-11:30 h
Development and operation of a submerged flat sheet membrane system for wastewater treatment in MBR, W. Lamparter*, S. Krause, U. Meyer-Blumenroth, R. Voigt, Microdyn-Nadir GmbH, Germany	April 18, 2008
Mechanism of enhanced biological nitrogen and phosphorus removal in ICAS-MBR System, Y. Wang, S.-L. Yu*, F. Zhao, D. Wang, Harbin Institute of Technology, P.R. China	Session Chair: K.-L. Tung
Effect of cyclophosphamide and its main metabolites on the performance of a membrane bioreactor, C. Albasi*, L.F. Delgado, V. Faucet-Marquis, A. Leszkowicz, University of Toulouse; M. Audran, Lapeyronie Hospital, M. Castegnaro, CDS, France	back to the top


G21 - Filter Element Production	10:15-11:30 h
Spunlaced filtermedia – A proven technology that offers superior performance, V. Lorentz*, Norafin GmbH, Switzerland	April 18, 2008
Low pressure plasma coatings allows to produce in an economical, environmental friendly way, M. Pauwels*, Europlasma N.V., Belgium	Session Chair: G. Mauschitz
HYCOKNIT® - High efficient cleanable filter media for process gas filtration, E. Schmalz*, STFI e.V.; W.P. Frenzel, ILK GmbH, Germany	back to the top


G22 - Simulation of Particle Separation	10:15-11:30 h
Flow phenomena in mechanical separation technology, C. Seyfert*, N. Sautter, S. Schütz, M. Piesche, Stuttgart University, Germany	April 18, 2008
CFD numerical flow simulation of particulate-laden and bulk solid flows - A state of the art, M. Lotfey*, ANSYS Fluent Deutschland GmbH, Germany	Session Chair: J. Meyer
The design of electrostatic precipitators by use of physical models, P. Tronville*, Torino University; G. Bacchiega, R. Sala, IRS s.r.l.; I. Gallimberti, Padova University; F. Zatti, Area Impianti .s.p.a., Italy	back to the top


WFC10 - Closing Session	11:45-12:15 h
Congress Closing Session - Announcement of the Venue for WFC11	April 18, 2008


WFC10 - Poster	8:30-18:00 h
Effect filter performance under various contaminants, X. Tao*, Southwest Research Institute; P. Madhavan, L. Bensch, Pall Corporation, USA	April 15-18, 2008
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Programme as by March 19, 2008 Notice: The Programme lists countries and regions and is subject to amendments. Errors and omissions excepted.