Fixed bed ion exchange can be susceptible to blockage due to the presence of solids in the feed solution. To overcome this issue, without the need for expensive solid/liquid separation, ion exchange may be operated as fluidised beds such as taking feed solutions straight from heap leach operations. Specialised column designs are required, and are typically tailored to individual application requirements.
Fluidised Bed IX
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