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Dairy Ultrafiltration Concentration Factor

Calculates the volume reduction ratio, retentate volume, and final protein concentration for dairy ultrafiltration processes.

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1. Define Input Parameters

2. Engineering Output

Retentate volume (V_retentate)
- L
Retentate protein concentration (C_prot_ret)
- % (w/w)

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Context & Assumptions

Ultrafiltration is a pressure-driven membrane process used in the dairy industry to concentrate proteins while allowing lactose and minerals to permeate. The concentration factor is critical for designing systems and predicting product yield.

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