Final Filtration Purpose

Despite upstream processing and filtration, trace particulates may remain threatening product quality. Final filters provide absolute protection removing submicron particles before product reaches customers or critical applications ensuring specification compliance.

Filter Configuration

Vertical or horizontal pressure vessel with near-final product inlet, ultra-high efficiency cartridge elements rated 0.2-10 microns absolute, polished product outlet to packaging or shipping, differential pressure monitoring, sterile or sanitary design where required.

Element Technology

Absolute-rated membranes guarantee particle removal at specified size. Typical ratings 0.2-10 microns depending on product specifications. Pleated membrane construction maximizes surface area. Materials compatible with product chemistry.

Operating Pressure

Design pressure matches product transfer system typically 30-100 psig. Clean filter DP 2-8 psi depending on element rating. Element replacement at 15-25 psi differential maintaining flow rates.

Material Selection

Stainless steel 316L electropolished for pharmaceutical and food products. Sanitary design per 3-A or ASME BPE standards. All product-contact surfaces meet FDA requirements. Sterilizable construction for aseptic applications.

Submicron Removal

Removes trace particles, filter media migration, bacterial contamination, precipitates, and any remaining impurities ensuring crystal-clear product meeting quality specifications and regulatory requirements.

Applications

Pharmaceutical solutions and injectables final sterile filtration, beverage products before bottling, specialty chemicals requiring ultra-clean product, semiconductor chemicals, cosmetics, and any application demanding absolute product purity.

Sterile Filtration

0.2 micron absolute membranes for bacterial retention meeting sterility requirements. Steam sterilizable construction for aseptic processing. Integrity testing capability verifying membrane performance.

Element Validation

Elements pre-tested for integrity using bubble point or diffusion testing. Validation documentation proving absolute rating. Lot traceability for quality assurance. Critical for pharmaceutical compliance.

Differential Pressure

DP transmitters continuously monitor filter condition. Slight DP increase normal over element life. Rapid increase indicates incompatibility or upset condition. Monitoring ensures product quality throughout batch.

Change-Out Procedures

Aseptic element replacement procedures for sterile applications. Integrity testing before and after installation. Proper documentation maintaining validation. Quick-change designs minimize downtime.

Product Quality

Final assurance product meets specifications for clarity, particle count, sterility, or other critical parameters. Last quality control before product release. Protection of brand reputation and regulatory compliance.

Integration with Filling

Direct connection to filling lines or packaging equipment. Minimal hold-up volume preserving product. Proper placement prevents post-filtration contamination. Clean room installation where required.

Performance Benefits

Guarantees product quality specifications. Prevents costly recalls from contamination. Ensures regulatory compliance for pharmaceuticals and food. Absolute protection through proven membrane technology.

Construction Standards

Sanitary vessels per ASME BPE for bioprocessing. FDA materials for food and pharmaceutical applications. Validation documentation per regulatory requirements. Complete quality assurance and testing records.

ERGIL final filters provide absolute product protection ensuring quality specifications