Ultrafiltration of seawater during Algal Bloom: membrane fouling as a function of the algae species and cleaning performances

Merle T, Dramas L, Garcia-Molina V & Croué JP
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Merle, T., Dramas, L., Garcia-Molina, V., & Croué, J. P. (2013). Ultrafiltration of seawater during Algal Bloom: membrane fouling as a function of the algae species and cleaning performances (p. (6 pp.). Presented at the Water quality technology conference and exposition (WQTC 2013). .
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Severe membrane fouling induced by Algal Organic Matter (AOM) has become a major issue in the Middle East. Indeed, in 2008, a dramatic algal bloom event forced the desalination plant to shut down to preserve the membrane processes. In this context, this study investigated the impact of the nature and origin of seawater algal bloom on UF performance and related operation strategies to minimize fouling.

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Publication Type

Proceedings Paper

Title

Ultrafiltration of seawater during Algal Bloom: membrane fouling as a function of the algae species and cleaning performances

Author(s)

Merle, T. (Water Resources and Drinking Water W+T)

Dramas, L.

Garcia-Molina, V.

Croué, J.P.

Editor(s)

(editor)

Start Page

(6 pp.)

Publication Year

2013

Conference

Water quality technology conference and exposition (WQTC 2013)

Conference Place

Long Beach, CA, United States

Conference Date

November 3–7, 2013