Filtration and Separation Technology -- Meet the Experts

In Orlando, Florida, on March 26-27, 2007, the American Filtration and Separations Society (AFS) will kickoff its 20th Annual Conference with 10 short courses.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) January 9, 2007 -- In Orlando, Florida, on March 26-27, 2007, the American Filtration and Separations Society will kickoff its 20th Annual Conference with 10 short courses. These courses give attendees the opportunity to enhance their technical expertise and get up close to experts in filtration and separation. All the courses attendees are awarded CEU credit.

What do course attendees say:
"Outstanding course. Very appropriate combining the theoretical and practicle aspects. Pace was excellent, and instructors allowed ample time for discussion and questions. the interaction was great and the information valuable. Learning was achieved. Recommend this class for the novice and the experienced, because of the interaction and learning dynamic with experienced and knowledgeable instructors."    Joe Israel, Donaldson Company

"I found the short course very beneficial. There were filter manufacturers, sales representatives, and end users in the class, so different perspectives were explored. The class was small enough that individual needs could be addressed. I would recommend the course to others."    Nathan Capps, Beam Global Spirits & Wine

Short course descriptions:
For detailed descriptions and instructor bios, go to http://www.afssociety.org/shortcourse/

Basic Liquid Filtration, March 26, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., .8 CEUs
Discover the overall spectrum of solid/liquid separation. Understand the principles behind your filtration so your filter meets your needs. Realize the competing technologies.

Basic Air/Gas Filtration, March 26, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., .8 CEUs
Discover the overall spectrum of solid/gas separation. Understand the principles behind your filtration so your filter meets your needs. Realize the competing technologies.

Gas/Solid Separation with Cyclones, March 26, 8 a.m. - 12 noon, .4 CEUs
Types of reverse flow cyclones, performance characteristics, effect of design variables on performance, evaluation of existing cyclone system, plus case studies and much more.

Microfiltration Membrane, March 26, 8 a.m. - 12 noon, .4 CEUs
Learn in-depth knowledge of the various types of microporous membranes including: strengths and weaknesses, performance characteristics, integrity testing, retention efficiency, ratings and comparisons. Learn to differentiate between microporous, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration and reverse osmosis membranes.

Gas/Solid Separation with Fabric Filters, March 26, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., .4 CEUs
Mechanisms of filtration, testing, effect of nano fibers on filter performance, filtration of ultra fine particles, types of cleaning, high temperature filtration, plus case studies.

A Practical Guide to Gravity Sedimentation, March 26, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., .4 CEUs
Clarifiers & thickeners, sedimentation testing, solids contact clarifier, thickener and clarifier process control and useful sedimentation calculations.

Wastewater Treatment & Filtration, March 26, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., .8 CEUs
Learn wastewater treatment from biological treatment to sludge handling. State of the art sludge handling technology will be presented along with effective effluent control.

Basics and Applications of Particle Characterization, March 26, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., .8 CEUs
Discover how to improve characterization and data interpretation skills for better particle separation, control of particulates, particulate formulation, suspensions and dispersions.

Fine Particle Emission Measurement & Control, March 26, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., .8 CEUs
Understand the EPA's new PM 2.5 Ambient Air Quality standard. Know the state of PM 2.5 enforcement activities. Learn how to best measure and control the PM 2.5 stationary source emissions.

Fabric Filter Baghouse Design, Maintenance & Troubleshooting, March 27, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., .8 CEUs
Know the state of the art in Baghouse design, operation and critical operating parameters. Learn cost control and optimization.

Register Now Go To - http://www.afssociety.org/shortcourse/

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