Midwest Ethanol Producer Created a Bacteria-Free System that Increased Process Uptime!

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SITUATION:

A Midwest ethanol producer was experiencing high fluctuations of
caustic use without a strong correlation as to the problem's source.
The plant had several theories and after consulting with
Ronningen-Petter, a plan was developed.

RONNINGEN-PETTER SOLUTION:

The resulting solution was to install an automated, self cleaning
filter on a recirculation lop connected to the caustic make down tank.

The current CIP loop was not interrupted and continued to operate as
normal.

RESULTS:

Within days of the installation, the filter had stabilized the caustic
addition rates. The filter, operating automatically, removed the
particulate from the caustic tank, reducing consumption of caustic.

The installation of the Ronningen-Petter DCF Self Cleaning Filter
ensured a consistent CIP cleaning process every time.

This technique allowed for the creation of a bacteria-free system that
facilitated an increase in process uptime.

-- by Ask Filter Man

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