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Application Bulletin
We talked with Kirinokura Brewery, who
have adopted Pall’s SUPRAdisc II.
Adopting SUPRAdisc II allowed us to reduce costs by
cutting back on manual labor
Before changing to using SUPRAdiscII, we used an Ecoflux-Smartline
DE candle filter. Preparing the filter for production took a lot of time
because of measuring out DE and mounting the filter. On top of that
the possible harm to our operator’s health by handling the DE powder
and possibly inhaling the dust was a concern for us.
The disposal of the spent DE was a work intense process: collecting
the spent DE in a vat, draining off the supernatant, then drying the
remaining DE and sealing it in drum canisters for disposal. This work
now became unnecessary. In filter preparation alone, we have been able to shorten manual work time by thirty minutes to
an hour and overall work time by an hour or more.
The amount of working time having been reduced for filtration by adopting SUPRAdisc II, can now be spent on making
other products, raising overall production efficiency, and cutting back on overall cost of production.
With Pall’s technical support, we were able to choose a modern and satisfying technology
for filtration
In the starting phase, small scale testing was performed to find the right technology. Specifically, we did test in table-top
scale with multiple types of filters we were considering adopting and, through sensory evaluation and fluid evaluation of
the filtered beer, we were able to choose a filter suited to our company’s beers.
In the study tests, when we initially ran the tests with fine-pored diatomaceous earth, even components of the beer we
wanted to keep were removed, the flavor of the beer became flat, and the filter became clogged. In light of these results, we
then made the pores coarser, which improved flavor, but the beer was somewhat cloudy, so clarification became an issue.
Then, as the result of study tests under multiple sets of conditions, we eventually moderated the coarseness of the pores
and added a pre-filter and were able to decide on a filter that could filter acceptably for our product.
When we were considering a new filtration process, we wanted to carry out sensory inspection and fluid evaluation,
including sensory evaluation of the filtered beer, removal rate of yeast, and so on. However, to do testing using the actual
lines, it would be necessary to prepare around 1,000 liters for testing, so it is difficult to actually conduct adoption study
tests using actual equipment. However, if we were to adopt without studying first because of the difficulty, we would be
The product concept of Kirishima beer
is “beer made from clean, beautiful
water originating on Mount Kirishima.”
This means that it is born from the
combination of Kirishima fissure water
refined naturally over a long period, the
finest raw materials, and knowledge
and skill coming from our experience
distilling shochu.
manufacturing without confirming first whether the filtered beer preserved the flavor of the Kirishima beer brand, whether
the flavor would be accepted by our customers, and so on. Thus, this support was extremely useful in doing testing on a
small scale and being able to bring a product to market that would not harm our brand image from the beginning. I think
manufacturers that have small-scale lines like this exist, but I don’t think there are very many of them, so the support we
received when considering adopting the equipment was quite good for us.
SUPRAdisc II depth filter module
The SUPRAdisc II module makes highly economical particulate filtration and microbial management a reality
at food manufacturing sites.
Advantages
n Module handling and filter media replacement is simple
n Filter life is extended through backwash function
n Closed system reduces the risk of contamination
n I ncreases production volume through avoidance of liquid loss and
complete recovery of filtrate from filter housing using CO2 pressure
n hows outstanding heat resistance in steam sterilization or
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high-temperature sanitation
n Compact design with 20 m2 filter area in a single housing
n I ncreased retention of yeast and solid particles due to the combination
of depth filtration and a strong adsorption effect
n Highly pressure resistant
Materials
Component Materials
Sheets Cellulose, diatomaceous earth, perlite, binder
Center core Polypropylene
Gasket Polypropylene (for double O-ring specifications, 304 stainless steel ring inserted)
Dimensions and Weight
Diameter 284 mm
Height 272 mm (gasket specifications)/332 mm (double O-ring specifications)
Dry weight 5–6 kg (differs depending on filter media)
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