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AIR BUFFER TANK [2 records]

Record 1 1982-08-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Pumps
CONT

The method of feeding the filter presses calls for special attention. The following possibilities exist : diaphragm pumps(with adjustable delivery), displacement pumps, by-pass mounted on a buffer tank with an air cushion(Mohno pumps or, failing these, piston-type pumps).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pompes
CONT

Le mode d'alimentation des filtres-presses mérite la plus grande attention. On utilise pour cela : des pompes à membrane (à débit réglable), des pompes volumétriques placées en dérivation sur un réservoir tampon avec matelas d'air (pompes Mohno ou à la rigueur à piston).

Spanish

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Record 2 1982-03-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Transport of Water (Water Supply)
  • Water Treatment (Water Supply)
OBS

Self-washing filters with automatic siphons.... The water to be filtered is taken from a buffer tank and enters the filter after passing through a compartment designed to prevent air being admitted.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Adduction d'eau (Alimentation en eau)
  • Traitement des eaux
OBS

Les filtres autolaveurs à siphon automatique. [...] L'eau à filtrer provient d'un bac de mise en charge et pénètre dans le filtre après passage dans un compartiment évitant les entrées d'air.

Spanish

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