Continuous filtration systems comprising a venturi, flow control valves,
filter and pump. In one specific embodiment the flow control valve and venturi
are combined hereinafter referred to as a CHUF. The CHUF may also contain concentrate
release, and temperature, flow and two pressure sensors into a single structure.
A continuous filtration system for liquid or gas applications is constructed by
plumbing a CHUF to a pump and filter. The CHUF is constructed of plastic, stainless
steel or other materials. Different plumbing to the CHUF positions the filter in
either series, parallel, or series and parallel with a venturi and flow control
valve resulting in different pressures and flows at the filter. A single flow control
valve simultaneously controls inflow and outflow of the filtration system. Additional
flow control valves are used in a process to control pressure independent of flow
at the filter.