SUPRApak™ SH Series Module–L (16”) for Distilled Spirit Filtration

Developed from traditional depth filtration technology, SUPRApak modules efficiently combine the filtration mechanisms of surface filtration, depth filtration and adsorption. Highly unique to their design is an entirely new flow configuration, based on the “edge flow” principle.

 

Filter sheet material is wrapped around a central, permeable core. Feed and filtrate channels provide a fluid flow path resulting in maximum utilization of the sheet material, to provide highly efficient contaminant removal and a cost-effective closed system alternative to flat sheet filtration.

 

SH series SUPRApak modules are constructed from Seitz® IR Series filter sheets which undergo a proprietary treatment that results in extremely low levels of extractable ions. This makes them ideal for spirits applications since ions like calcium and magnesium can result in precipitation and haze formation.

Features	Benefits
Flow configuration based on "edge flow" principle	Higher throughput compared to classical sheet filtration1 Increased adsorption capability and excellent filtrate quality
Closed filtration system	Increased process safety and product quality; no drip losses; reduction in volatile organic compounds
Drainable, low hold-up volume assembly	Higher product yield; lower cleaning costs
Constructed from ion reduced filter sheets (calcium, iron, magnesium and aluminium)	Reduced risk of precipitation in distilled spirits
High filtration capacity in compact design	Small footprint
Simple, quick installation and servicing	Reduced labor and maintenance costs

 

Quality

• Filter sheets produced in a controlled environment
• Manufactured according to ISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System

 

Food Contact Compliance

Please refer to the Pall website www.pall.com/foodandbev for a Declaration of Compliance to specific National Legislation and/or Regional Regulatory requirements for food contact use.

Grade	Typical Application
SH 5700	Chill/polishing filtration of spirits
SH 5900	Chill filtration of brown spirits or white spirits high in fatty acids
SH 7200	Particle removal

SH Range of Filtration Grades

Main Components²

Component	Description
Sheet material: SH 5700, SH 5900, SH 7200	Cellulose, diatomaceous earth (DE, Kieselguhr), Perlites
Center core	Polypropylene (20% talc-filled)
Straps	Polyester

² For more information on materials of construction, please see the Declaration of Compliance at www.pall.com/foodandbev.

 

 

Technical Information

 

Nominal Weight and Typical Ash Content

Module Size	Dry Weight	Wet Weight Ash	Ash Content3
SUPRApak L	11.5-12 kg (25.4-26.5 lbs)	25-30 kg (55-66 lbs)	410-47%

³ These figures are determined on typical finished articles. Values differ for individual SH grades. Ash values for the filter sheets in individual batches are available on request.

 

Operating Guidelines

Field experience shows that maximum achievable differential pressures vary with the application and product selection. They are determined by monitoring filtrate quality and are influenced by several factors. Please contact Pall for details and refer to SUPRApak module instructions for use.

 

Rinsing

The use of ion-reduced water is highly recommended for the reconstitution of distillates to final strength.

To prevent dilution upon installation, a water rinse is not typical for SUPRApak modules used in the spirits industry. Product circulation for 10 to 15 minutes back to the feed tank helps to distribute ions extracted at the beginning of filtration to the entire batch reducing the overall risk of precipitation.

 

Filtration Guidelines⁴

Module Size	Recommended Flow Rate
SUPRApak L	2500 – 4500 L/h (11 – 20 gal/min)

This information is a guide to the part number structure and possible options. For availability of specific options and housing details, please contact Pall.

Part number nomenclature:

SUPRApak SH [Table 1] LW

Example Part Number: SUPRApak SH 5700 LW

 

See bold reference code in tables.

Table 1: Grade	Nominal Dimensions
Code	Code	Height	External Diameter
SH 5700	L	250 mm (9.8”)	415 mm (16.3")
SH 5900
SH 7200

 

SUPRApak SH module and housing