Overview

The talk will focus on the importance and subtleties of solid-liquid filtration -- converting a mixture of solids and liquids into something that is less harmful, more delicious or simply more valuable -- and considers those objects, foods, drinks and medicines that we use everyday:

• A pseudo-history.
• A very brief introduction to some of the physical phenomena at play.
• The largest and most damaging structures that humankind has ever created?
• How would parcels be delivered?
• A case study in value (one of the most unwelcome phone calls I ever took).
• Where do you start with a problematic mixture of solids and liquids.
• A few rules-of-thumb for free.

Speaker

Trevor Sparks, Kipinat Limited

Trevor has 35 years’ experience in research, consultancy, technology & commercial management and production -- beginning with BHR Group at Cranfield. During this time he has performed in global roles with leading consultancies, producers and equipment manufacturers. The common thread of filtration and separation has led to time in the mining, metallurgical, food, pharmaceutical and chemical sectors. He has served as chair of the Filtration Society and is widely published, including the book Solid-Liquid Filtration in the IChemE Butterworth Heinemann series. In 2024 he founded Kipinat Ltd and is actively providing consulting services and developing online tools.

The material presented has not been peer-reviewed. Any opinions are the presenter's own and do not necessarily represent those of IChemE or the Milton Keynes Member Group. The information is given in good faith but without any liability on the part of IChemE.

Time

18:00 - 20:00 GMT.

Software

The presentation will be delivered via Microsoft Teams. We recommend downloading the app from the Microsoft website, rather than using the web portal.