Glossary

 
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Sheet filtration

Filtration using depth filter sheets in discontinuous filter devices with variable filter area

Silica gels

Amorphous silicon dioxides, produced synthetically from sodium water glass. They are used be for selective adsorption of haze-forming protein

Simple deacidification

Reduction of tartaric acid through addition of carbonic lime (calcium carbonate). This forms a poorly soluble salt with the tartaric acid, which precipitates in the form of calcium tartrate.

Sparkling wine yeasts

Saccharomces bayanus strains, suitable for the fermentation of sparking wines in tanks or bottles

Stabilization

Process/technique used to clarify and preserve beverages

Stacked disc cartridge

Filter element consisting of several filter cells, each assembled from 2 depth filter sheets and a plastic drainage body with the aid of edge moulding  

Starch degradation

Separation of amylose and amylopectin through enzymes in starchy media

Sterile filtration

Removal of micro-organisms capable of multiplying from liquids and gases

Support layer

Sheet used in plate and frame filters with cake frame during precoat filtration. Serves as support for filter aids (kieselguhr/perlite/cellulose)

Support sheet

Sheet used in plate and frame filters with cake frame during precoat filtration. Serves as support for filter aids (kieselguhr/perlite/cellulose)