Quick Opening Filter Press Equipment
High-Efficiency Solid-Liquid Separation Equipment for Industrial Applications
The Quick-Opening Filter Press is an advanced solid-liquid separation system that integrates mechanical dewatering, hydraulic compression, and intelligent control. This equipment is specially engineered to address critical challenges found in traditional filter presses, including slow discharge cycles, high filter cake moisture content, and frequent maintenance downtime.
Loway Quick Opening Filter Press is a cutting-edge filtration system designed for rapid separation of solids and liquids in industrial processes. Thanks to its modular filter plate design, high-strength frame, automated hydraulic system, and intelligent PLC control, the quick-opening filter press achieves a 40% reduction in cycle time and a 30% increase in filter cake dryness. This makes it the preferred solution for high-volume applications in mining, chemical processing, environmental engineering, and wastewater treatment.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Plate Size | 630mm x 630mm – 1500mm x 1500mm |
| Number of Plates | 50–150 plates |
| Filtration Area | 10–150 m² |
| Operating Pressure | 0.6–2.0 MPa |
| Power Supply | 380V/50Hz or customizable |
| Cycle Time | 10–30 minutes (depending on slurry) |
Key Benefits
Rapid Cycle Times: 30–50% faster operation compared to manual filter presses.
High Filtration Efficiency: Advanced plate and frame design maximizes filtration area.
- Labor Reduction: Minimizes operator involvement with automatic plate opening and cake discharge
Low Maintenance: Corrosion-resistant components reduce wear and tear.
Safety Compliance: Emergency stop buttons and pressure sensors ensure operator safety.
Customizable: Tailored plate sizes, materials, and automation levels to meet specific needs.
Operation Workflow
The quick-opening filter press operates in five key stages, each managed through intelligent automation for speed and accuracy.
1. Plate Closing & Pre-Compression
The hydraulic system rapidly pushes the compression plate, closing the plate set in 30–60 seconds (traditional models take 3–5 minutes).
Precision sensors ensure closure accuracy within ±1 mm, preventing cloth misalignment and leakage.
2. Feed and Filtration
Slurry enters the filter chambers at 0.4–0.8 MPa.
Solids are captured by the filter cloth, forming a cake, while filtrate exits through drainage channels.
Dual-feed design reduces feed time by 30%, enhancing overall throughput.
3. Membrane Squeeze (Optional)
Inflatable membranes expand at 1.2–2.0 MPa to compress the cake further.
Especially useful for high-moisture materials like sludge, reducing final cake moisture from 35% to 18%.
4. Air Drying (Optional)
0.6–0.8 MPa compressed air penetrates the filter cake, boosting evaporation efficiency by 40%.
Helps reduce cake moisture by another 5–10%, enabling dry stacking or direct disposal.
5. Plate Opening & Cake Discharge
Intelligent pull mechanisms open the plates sequentially, allowing cakes to fall off via gravity or scraper.
Discharge success rate >98% (vs. 85% in traditional units).
The automatic cloth cleaning system activates post-discharge, using high-pressure water or air jets. Filter cloth service life extends up to 1500 hours (vs. 600 hours).
Core Components
High-Strength Frame & Filter Plates
- Frame material: Q345B high-strength carbon steel welding construction
- Working pressure capacity: >25 MPa operational pressure
- Filter plate options:
Reinforced Polypropylene (PP): Lightweight, corrosion-resistant (pH 2-12)
Stainless Steel (304/316L): High corrosion resistance for chemical applications
Cast Iron: Superior strength (compressive strength ≥200 MPa) and wear resistance
Advanced Hydraulic System
- Dual-direction self-locking oil cylinders with wedge-block mechanical locking
- Sealing pressure stability: 25-30 MPa with leakage rate <0.05%
- Hydraulic oil temperature control: 45±5°C via heat exchange system
- Seal life extension: 200% increase in operational lifespan
Intelligent Automation Control
- PLC control system with industrial touchscreen interface
- Dual operation modes: Manual and automatic operation capabilities
- Real-time monitoring: Oil temperature (±1°C), oil pressure (±0.2 MPa), plate displacement (±0.5mm)
- IoT connectivity: Remote monitoring and predictive maintenance alerts
Advanced Technology Features
Three-Stage Quick-Opening Structure
Our proprietary three-stage quick-opening mechanism revolutionizes the discharge process through:
- Primary hydraulic cylinder pull – Initial plate separation
- Secondary chain wheel extension – Progressive plate opening
- Final motor-driven separation – Complete discharge positioning
Dual-Effect Dewatering Technology
The integrated membrane and airflow dual dewatering system achieves exceptional moisture reduction:
- Compressed air membrane pressing at 60 bar pressure
- High-pressure airflow penetration at 0.7 MPa
- Final moisture content: 18-26% (traditional systems: ≥35%)
| Feature | Description | Efficiency Gain |
|---|---|---|
| Three-Stage Quick Opening | Hydraulic initial pull → chain second-stage pull → motor-driven final separation | 50% faster discharge |
| Membrane & Air Blow Dehydration | Dual-stage dewatering with membrane compression (60 bar) + air blow (0.7 MPa) | Moisture reduced to 18–26% |
| Multi-Cylinder Compression | 4 synchronized cylinders for uniform force (±2%) | Eliminates leakage and material splatter |
| Self-Moving Filter Cloth | Automatic shaking and high-pressure bidirectional spray | 50% longer cloth lifespan |
Technical Specifications & Performance
Efficiency & Productivity
- Single cycle time: 70 minutes (41.7% reduction vs. traditional systems)
- Hourly cycles: 6+ complete operations
- Production capacity increase: 100-150% over conventional filter presses
- Energy consumption reduction: 30% via variable frequency drive motors
- Standby power consumption: <1.5kW
Modular Design & Adaptability
- Filter area range: 100-1,000 m² customizable configurations
- Performance upgrade: 150% efficiency improvement when upgrading from traditional systems
- Multi-application compatibility: Adjustable feed ports, discharge gaps, and plate-pulling speeds for diverse industrial conditions
Reliability & Safety Features
- High-strength construction: Finite element analysis-optimized frame design with 20% improved deformation resistance
- Safety systems: Anti-rebound safety pins withstand 500kN instantaneous impact force, complying with GB/T26100 safety standards
- Reduced failure rate: >50% decrease in equipment failures with simplified electrical-hydraulic systems
- Maintenance cost: 67% reduction compared to traditional systems
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Industrial Applications
Municipal Sludge Processing: Wastewater treatment facilities achieve increased daily sludge processing from 100 to 250 tons with moisture content below 50%, reducing subsequent treatment costs by 60%.
Industrial Wastewater Treatment: Electroplating industrial parks implement multi-stage filtration systems (pre-filtration + frame filtration), achieving “zero discharge” wastewater treatment with 60% annual hazardous waste disposal cost reduction.
Tailings Dewatering: Mining operations reduce tailings moisture content from 95% to 12% using ultra-high pressure filtration, enabling dry stacking disposal while eliminating dam failure risks and recovering valuable metals.
Concentrate Processing: Specialized tailings and concentrate filter presses handle 1,200 m³/h throughput with 18% energy consumption reduction.
Chemical Raw Material Filtration: Fine chemical applications utilize dual-layer composite filter cloths achieving 0.22μm filtration precision with 99.99% filtrate purity and 50% reduced batch changeover time.
Pharmaceutical Applications: Sterile-grade quick-opening filter presses meet EU GMP certification standards for vaccine production pharmaceutical liquid filtration with <1 CFU/mL bacterial count.
Starch Production: Potato starch processing achieves efficient starch-water separation with 98% starch recovery rate and 20% energy consumption reduction.
Juice Clarification: Orange juice production lines employ sealed pressurized filtration (0.4 MPa), maintaining <1 CFU/mL bacterial count with 15 tons/hour single-unit processing capacity.
Most Popular Questions.
Have More Questions? Our technical team is ready to provide detailed, personalized guidance.
Q1: What is the typical cycle time for a Quick Opening Filter Press?
The cycle time varies depending on the application, but typically ranges from 1-4 hours compared to 3-8 hours for conventional presses. The quick-opening feature alone saves 30-60 minutes per cycle.
Q2: How does the quick-opening mechanism work?
Our system uses a hydraulic drive mechanism that simultaneously shifts multiple plates to create sufficient gaps for cake discharge. This eliminates the need for manual plate separation, significantly reducing labor and time requirements.
Q3: Can the system be automated?
Yes, our equipment can be fully automated with PLC controls that manage the entire filtration cycle. Optional features include automatic cloth washing systems, conveyor systems for cake removal, and integration with plant-wide control systems.
Q4: What filtration media options are available?
We offer various filter cloth materials including polypropylene, polyester, nylon, and PTFE, with micron ratings from 5 to 100 microns to suit different applications.
Q5: Is the equipment customizable for specific applications?
Absolutely. We can customize pressure ratings, plate materials, filtration area, cake thickness, and control systems based on your specific requirements and process conditions.
Q6: Can quick opening filter presses handle high-pressure filtration?
Yes, they can operate under pressures up to 2.0 MPa, ensuring efficient dewatering.
Q7: Are quick opening filter presses environmentally friendly?
Yes, they reduce waste and improve efficiency, making them eco-friendly solutions for many industries.
Technical Support & Service
Our comprehensive support includes:
- Custom engineering solutions tailored to specific applications
- Installation and commissioning by certified technicians
- Operator training programs for optimal performance
- Predictive maintenance services via IoT monitoring
- 24/7 technical support and spare parts availability
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