FILTER FLOORS

The following sections are included:

• Introduction

• Filtrate Collection

• Backwash Distribution

• Air Distribution

• Manifold Theory

• Two Dimensional Manifolds

• Manifolds for Air

• Packing Layers (Support Gravel)

• Filter Nozzles

• Parallel Pipe Lateral Floors

• Suspended Floors

• Other Designs

  • No-Fines Concrete

  • Tunnel Block Floor

  • Leopold Floor

  • The Twin Duct Lateral Floor

• The Effect of Floor Headloss on the Stability of Fluidised Beds

• References