FPS Filters

FPS filters provide a wide selection of validated, single layer Polyethersulfone (PES) cartridge and capsule filters used for removing bacteria, mold and yeast in aqueous liquids. FPS filters have been designed to comply with all FDA requirements for the food industry. Pore sizes range from 0.03 to 1.2 µm and the filter sizes scale from laboratory to full production using identical materials to ensure consistent results. FPS filters have low protein binding characteristics making them a good choice for fermented beverage filtration. These filters deliver high throughput and handle cleaning and sanitization protocols well. FPS filters are flushed to remove manufacturing debris and reduce extractables. Products are 100% integrity tested.

Applications

• Wine
• Beer
• Clear Juices
• Bottled Water*
• Process Water*
• Clean-in-Place Solutions*

*If sterilizing is required, see the PPS Filter

Features and Benefits

FPS is a family of food-grade, single-layer Polyethersulfone (PES) filters. 

• Delivers high flow and throughput across a wide pH range
• Low binding characteristics well suited for filtering fermented beverages
• Filter retains organisms but not flavor components
• Handles cleaning and sanitization protocols
• Flushed with high-purity water to remove extractables that may affect the taste of the product
• Pore sizes range from 0.03 to 1.2 microns

Filtration Area

FDA and EC Compliance

Materials meet the requirements listed by the FDA as appropriate for use in articles intended for repeated food contact as specified in Title 21 CFR sections 174.5, 177.1500, 177.1520, 177.1630, 177.2440, and 177.2600 as applicable. All materials used to make the filters are listed in European Commission Regulation EU/10/2011, Annex 1.

Validation

FPS filters are validated using test procedures that comply with ASTM F 838-15(ae1) protocols for the determination of bacterial reduction in filters used for liquid filtration. The filters are challenged with the organisms listed below.

• 0.03μm: Acholeplasma laidlawii 
• 0.10μm: Brevundimonas diminuta
• 0.22μm: Brevundimonas diminuta
• 0.45μm: Serratia marcescens
• 0.65μm: Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Quality Assurance

FPS filters are 100% integrity tested. CPF filters are developed and manufactured under an ISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System and designed to be used in cGMP-compliant processes. 

FPS Cartridges 

Available from 5-40 inches in length with several end connections and O-ring options.  

FPS Capsules

These filters are FPS cartridges encapsulated in a polypropylene shell to minimize exposure to process fluids. A popular choice for single-use applications and can be disposed of easily. Sizes range from 2-30 inches in length. FPS Capsules are available pre-sterilized.

FPS Mini-Capsule

Mini-capsules are designed for lab scale testing, process development and small batch production with a filtration area of 500 cm2. 

For the following product information, click on the datasheet below:

• Integrity test specifications
• Flow rates of all pore sizes
• Materials of construction
• Operating parameters
• Sanitization and sterilization