CONTIBAC® RX High-flow Thickener

High-Flow Candle Filter for Continuous Slurry Filtration

Designed for continuous or semi-continuous filtration of process slurries with high solids content and large flow rates.

Efficient Thickening and Clarification for High-Solids Applications

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CONTIBAC® RX is designed for filtration tasks that require high throughput and continuous operation. It concentrates slurries efficiently while maintaining a clear filtrate and stable flow rates. With automatic regeneration and discharge, it is ideal for processes where solids loading is high and filtration must keep pace with production.

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High Filtration Capacity for Large Volumes

CONTIBAC® RX is designed for processes with high solids content and large flow rates. It provides efficient thickening and clarification without frequent interruptions.

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Automatic Backwash for Stable Performance

The filter elements are regenerated after each cycle using a short backwash with gas or clean filtrate. This keeps flow rates stable and extends filter life.

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Continuous or Semi-Continuous Operation

CONTIBAC® RX supports uninterrupted processing with automatic solids discharge. It minimizes downtime and reduces operator intervention in demanding industrial environments.

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Candle Filter Design for Continuous Operation

INTERNAL DESIGN

The CONTIBAC® RX uses vertically mounted candle elements housed inside a robust vessel. During filtration, solids accumulate on the outside of the filter media while clear filtrate flows inward. Once a predefined pressure or solids load is reached, a short back-pulse dislodges the cake, allowing for continuous or semi-continuous operation without opening the system.

INTERNAL DESIGN

Optimized for Continuous Slurry Filtration

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Beyond high throughput and continuous operation, CONTIBAC® RX offers a range of process and efficiency benefits that make it a powerful solution for demanding slurry filtration tasks.

  • High solids capacity for thick slurries and heavy particle loads

  • Consistent filtrate quality under fluctuating conditions

  • Minimal downtime with automatic backflushing

  • Reduced maintenance thanks to durable filter design

  • Compact footprint for easy integration

  • Flexible discharge options for various process needs

  • Optional cake washing step to improve product recovery

  • Low operating cost due to efficient cleaning cycles

  • Customizable configuration for specific application demands

Filtration Area

Customizable, up to 50 m² or more

Operating Temperature​

Up to 90°C​​

Filter Elements​

Candle-type, back-washable​​​​

Vessel Materials​​​

Carbon steel, stainless steel, or high-alloy options​​​​​

Discharge Mode

Slurry or thickened solids​

Automation​​​​

Manual, semi-automatic, or fully automatic (PLC/DCS integration)

Cleaning

Designed for easy flushing and optional CIP​​

Applications​

High-throughput slurry filtration and thickening​

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TEST EQUIPMENT SECTION

Pilot & Lab Testing
for Your Process

Every process is unique, which is why we offer pilot and lab-scale CONTIBAC® RX units for flexible on-site or off-site testing. Validate CONTIBAC® RX performance under real process conditions, supported by our expert engineers, before scaling up to full production.

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Resources & Downloads

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Access detailed brochures, technical resources, and our application questionnaire to learn more about our filtration systems, accessories, and performance monitoring options, or to help define the right solution for your process.

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