Description:
The first webinar in the series starts by defining the terms used in membrane filtration and will then go on to consider separation mechanisms and the factors influencing performance. Polymeric membrane materials will then be compared, and factors will be considered which affect polymer choice. A very brief introduction will then be made of the pros and cons of ceramic membranes vs polymerics, The webinar concludes with a discussion of polymeric surface characteristics and hydrophilicity, and looks at the issue of membrane fouling and the techniques by which it can be controlled. The content can be summarized as follows: • UF/MF basics • Separation Mechanisms • Membrane Materials and Factors Influencing Membrane Selection • An Introduction to Fouling and Fouling Control

Expert:
Dr Graeme K Pearce holds a degree in chemistry and a doctorate in chemical engineering from the University of Oxford, and is the Principal at his own consulting firm, Membrane Consultancy Associates (MCA) founded in 2005. MCA specializes in advice on membrane filtration technology and provides consulting services covering a range of issues including performance review, problem solving, acting as an expert witness, market analysis, strategy review, and technical advice for investors. Graeme has 40 years’ experience in the membrane field having undertaken technology and strategic development roles at BP, Kalsep, and Hydranautics prior to consulting. He is well known in the field of water and membranes through publications including numerous papers and book contributions. He is also the sole author of ‘UF/MF Membrane Water Treatment’, published by TechnoBiz. Graeme has conducted many workshop training sessions, has been a conference chairman and a regular conference session chair, as well as giving numerous keynote lectures and other papers. For further information see www.membraneconsultancy.com.

Description:
The first webinar in the series starts by defining the terms used in membrane filtration and will then go on to consider separation mechanisms and the factors influencing performance. Polymeric membrane materials will then be compared, and factors will be considered which affect polymer choice. A very brief introduction will then be made of the pros and cons of ceramic membranes vs polymerics, The webinar concludes with a discussion of polymeric surface characteristics and hydrophilicity, and looks at the issue of membrane fouling and the techniques by which it can be controlled. The content can be summarized as follows: • UF/MF basics • Separation Mechanisms • Membrane Materials and Factors Influencing Membrane Selection • An Introduction to Fouling and Fouling Control

Expert:
Dr Graeme K Pearce holds a degree in chemistry and a doctorate in chemical engineering from the University of Oxford, and is the Principal at his own consulting firm, Membrane Consultancy Associates (MCA) founded in 2005. MCA specializes in advice on membrane filtration technology and provides consulting services covering a range of issues including performance review, problem solving, acting as an expert witness, market analysis, strategy review, and technical advice for investors. Graeme has 40 years’ experience in the membrane field having undertaken technology and strategic development roles at BP, Kalsep, and Hydranautics prior to consulting. He is well known in the field of water and membranes through publications including numerous papers and book contributions. He is also the sole author of ‘UF/MF Membrane Water Treatment’, published by TechnoBiz. Graeme has conducted many workshop training sessions, has been a conference chairman and a regular conference session chair, as well as giving numerous keynote lectures and other papers. For further information see www.membraneconsultancy.com.