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Method and compositions for minimizing biological and colloidal fouling

US6180056A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 10, 1998
Grant dateJan 30, 2001
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Expiry dateDec 10, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2311/16
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A composition for minimizing biological and/or colloidal fouling is described, which includes an anionic antiscalant and a cationically charged biocide. Further, a method of controlling fouling is described and achieved by introducing a formulation of the present invention into an aqueous system which uses a separation membrane. The compositions used in the present invention are compatible with such separation systems and preferably prevent membrane fouling.

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