Self-cleaning automatic filters for industrial liquids

Ensure reliable filtration of high-contamination liquids while minimizing downtime and maintenance, with technology that keeps operations running smoothly and efficiently across various production needs.

Continuously Filters and Cleans Liquids Efficiently

The Auto-line® Automatic Filters M and ME from HiFlux Filtration are designed as compact, self-cleaning systems to tackle the challenges of maintaining uninterrupted liquid processing across a variety of industries. These filters are unique due to their robust construction, minimizing moving parts to reduce maintenance needs and ensuring continuous operation with minimal product loss. Ideal for applications ranging from beverages, dairy products, and industrial liquids to pharmaceuticals and recycled water, the filters efficiently handle high contamination loads with capacities ranging from 9 to 27 m³/h. Integration is seamless with PLC control options, supporting remote monitoring and automation. Crafted from stainless acid-resistant steel, the filters meet both pressure equipment and machinery directives, ensuring compliance with industry standards like GMP and FDA for specific applications. The system’s low-energy consumption and minimal operator intervention offer an attractive return on investment, while customization options allow for tailored solutions to fit specific production requirements efficiently.

Benefits

  • Ensures continuous production flow with automatic self-cleaning, minimizing downtime.
  • Offers significant labor savings through intuitive PLC-controlled operation.
  • Reduces waste and product loss, enhancing overall production efficiency.
  • Complies with food safety and industrial standards, supporting regulatory compliance.
  • Adaptable to high-viscosity liquids, expanding its application across diverse industries.

General


Applications
Food,Fat and oil,Recycling,Sugar,Beverage,Cip liquids,Coffee,Honey,Paint and coatings,Egg,Cheese products,Chocolate,Oil and fats,Water processing,Chemicals and polymers,Dairy,Pharmaceuticals
End products
Sauces,Pharmaceutical suspensions,Glossy finishes,Soft drinks,Ice cream mix,Filtration aids in cheese production,Cream cheese,Margarine,Yogurt,Honey syrup,Latex,Polymer resins,Chocolate syrup,Olive oil,Vegetable oil,Processed water,Granulated sugar,Salad dressings,Milk powder,Recycled polymer pellets,Juice,Liquid egg products,Food coloring,Solvent-based coatings,Sunflower oil,Clean-in-place solutions,Wastewater treatment sludge,Emulsions,Coffee extracts,Confectionary glaze,Soup bases,Water-based paints
Steps before
Emulsification,Purification,Grinding
Steps after
Sterilization,Packing
Input ingredients
paint,cooling water,waste water,technical water,heat exchanger fluids,chemicals,resins,various cheese products,chocolate,coffee,honey,egg,beverage,oil and fats,sugar,CIP liquids
Output ingredients
filtered paint,clean cooling water,clean waste water,clean technical water,processed heat exchanger fluids,filtered chemicals,filtered resins,processed cheese products,filtered chocolate,processed coffee,filtered honey,processed egg,filtered beverage,processed oil and fats,filtered sugar,clean CIP liquids
Market info
HiFlux Filtration is known for designing and manufacturing high-quality, custom-engineered filtration solutions for industrial applications, renowned for their innovative technology, reliability, and expertise in handling challenging filtration tasks across various industries.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
9 - 27 m³/h
Filtration Range
30 - 2000 µm
Pressure
16 bar
Maximum Working Temperature
150°C
Power Supply
230 VAC/50 Hz
Air Supply
6 bar,filtered
Drain Nipple
Rp1
Drain Chamber Volume
0.3 liters
Design Pressure
16 bar (10-16 bar – Hygienic version)
Test Pressure
According to EN 13445
Max Differential Pressure
3-7 bar
Volume
6.0 liters
Weight (M version)
30 kg
Weight (ME version)
32 kg
Flange Connection
DN50 EN1092-1/11
Compliance
Pressure equipment directive 2014/68/EU
ATEX Certification Compatibility
Equipment-category 2,zone 1
Declaration of Conformity
Food contact materials EC1935/2004

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Self-cleaning,Automatic Continuous
Automation Level
Pneumatic/ Electric motor-driven
CIP/SIP
CIP Compatible
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Continuous
Cleaning Method
Automatic Scraping Process
Operational Reliability
High due to Minimal Moving Components
Compact Design
Suitable for Height-limited Locations
Pneumatic System
6 bar air supply
Pressure Handling
Up to 16 bar
Filtration Range
30-2000 µm

Material Compatibility


Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel
Cleanability
Hygienic design
Density/particle size
Manages high solids


Pressure Equipment Directive
2014/68/EU article 4,section 3
Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC
ATEX certification
Equipment-category 2,zone 1
Food Contact Materials Regulation
EC 1935/2004

Physical Characteristics


Filter Size
Diameter DN50 EN1092-1/11
Material
Stainless Acid-Resistant Steel
Design Pressure
16 bar
Max Working Temperature
150°C
Filter Capacity
9 - 27 m³/h
Weight
30 kg (M) / 32 kg (ME)
Volume
6.0 liters
Drain Connection
Nipple Rp1
Compact Design
Suited for Height-Limited Spaces
Control System
PLC-Controlled
Pneumatic System
6 bar,Filtered

Custom Options


Control panel type
Pneumatic controller
Design pressure
16 bar
Temperature levels
Up to 150°C
Pressure levels
16 bar (industrial),10-16 bar (hygienic)
Connection type
DN50 EN1092-1/11 Flange
Scraping process
Electric gear-motor or Pneumatic actuator
Add-ons
Sluice system,de-air valve,heating jacket,sealings,pressure sensors,legs,wagons
Materials
Stainless acid-resistant steel
Customizable design
Based on customer requirements