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Nutshell-media produced-water filter concept

Open an original vertical filter schematic to inspect a granular bed, separate feed and outlet, an open underdrain grid and two fixed direction cues.

Static preview of the nutshell-media produced-water filter concept schematic
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Compare a separate polishing role.

Compare the independent hydrocyclone concept ↗

These models are independent teaching examples. They are not a matched water-treatment train, and no outlet quality, reuse, injection or discharge is established.

HOW TO READ THIS MODEL

The system, explained.

Nutshell-media filtration can polish produced water by retaining some free oil and suspended solids in a bed. Veolia describes a downflow filtration role and a distinct cleaning cycle; SLB describes walnut-shell media filtration as another produced-water treatment option. This original teaching vessel separates the incoming boundary, invented deflection marker, granular bed, open underdrain region and outgoing boundary. Blue and gold lines show contrasting conceptual directions only. It is a possible later role after other water handling, not a matched continuation of the hydrocyclone or oil-battery scene.

Model scope and limits

Original 74-part static vessel with a complete double-surface shell, open feed and outlet, twelve groups of 456 illustrative grains, 13 separate underdrain rails, joint/support markers and two fixed opposite-direction cues. The bed density, grain shapes, vessel proportions, deflector, rail pattern and supports are invented and not copied from a vendor. No graded media specification, differential-pressure limit, valve or pump circuit, automated cleaning sequence, contaminant loading, oil or solids removal, outlet concentration, chemistry, flow, pressure rating, seal, structural calculation, safety procedure, reinjection or discharge approval.

Further reading: Veolia PowerClean overview: general downflow bed and separate media-cleaning concepts; no product layout copied ↗

Source links support further study; no affiliation or endorsement is implied.

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GUIDED COMPONENT STUDY

Trace the system.

Read each explanation, then focus its component in the explorer. This is a learning route through the model, with no operating or maintenance sequence.

  1. Find the incoming boundary

    The upper hollow neck opens into the vessel. It does not specify feed pressure, contaminants, piping or pretreatment.

  2. Inspect the complete vessel

    The delivered 3D shell retains the entire double-surface enclosure. Only the poster cuts one face for teaching.

  3. Read the deflection marker

    This simple fixed plate distinguishes the feed space from the bed. It is not a selected distributor or hydraulic design.

  4. Locate the upper free space

    The thin ring locates the conceptual region above the bed, without a measured liquid interface or residence time.

  5. Examine a media sector

    One of twelve original grain collections illustrates the bed role. The 456 octahedral grains are sparse teaching shapes, not real packing or graded media.

  6. Trace the service direction

    A fixed blue line points down through the bed. It is not an observed fluid path, filtration rate or performance simulation.

  7. Inspect the underdrain spaces

    Thirteen separate rails leave visible openings above the lower collection space. This is not a selected screen or engineered collection system.

  8. Keep the outlet conditional

    The bottom passage ends openly. Its label identifies a possible polishing role but proves no quality or handling permission.

  9. Compare a separate cleaning concept

    The gold line points opposite service flow. It cannot describe a valve sequence, scrubbing mechanism or safe operating step.

  10. Separate display support from vessel design

    The four posts and feet hold the model for viewing only. They are not a foundation or structural design.

Additional primary references: Veolia PowerClean: broad downflow walnut-shell bed and separate media-cleaning roles; checked September 28, 2026; no proprietary geometry copied ↗ · SLB HYDROMATION: general produced-water removal of free oil and suspended solids with a cleaned nutshell bed; checked September 28, 2026 ↗

ACCESSIBLE COMPONENT REFERENCE

Every part, in plain language.

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Base frame

Illustrative support frame; foundations and structural design vary.

Complete hollow filter vessel wall

Continuous full-height double-surface teaching shell with open interior. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Bored upper closure

Annular upper closure around a real open feed passage. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Bored lower closure

Annular lower closure around a real open collection passage. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open produced-water feed neck

Separate hollow incoming-water boundary; fluid properties and pressure are not selected. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open feed boundary flange

Open top teaching interface, with no rated joint or adjoining piping. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open polished-water outlet neck

Separate hollow lower-water boundary; outlet quality and destination are not verified. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open outlet boundary flange

Open lower teaching interface, not an approved reuse or injection route. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Feed deflection marker

Fixed conceptual splash/deflection marker; not a designed distributor. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Deflector stand-off

Illustrative support for the deflection marker only. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper open-water space marker

Thin level cue for the open region above the granular bed, not a liquid interface. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 1

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 2

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 3

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 4

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 5

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 6

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 7

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 8

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 9

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 10

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 11

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Nutshell-media teaching sector 12

Sparse original octahedral grain collection indicating the bed role, not graded or measured media. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Bed lower boundary marker

Thin cue for the bed base above the open underdrain region. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 1

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 2

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 3

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 4

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 5

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 6

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 7

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 8

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 9

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 10

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 11

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 12

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Open-slot underdrain rail 13

One separate rail; the spaces between rails are visible, but collection hydraulics are not engineered. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Underdrain perimeter seat

Conceptual support seat beneath the open rail grid. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint ring

Conceptual external shell joint, not a pressure-qualified seal or bolted connection. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Lower joint ring

Conceptual external shell joint, not a pressure-qualified seal or bolted connection. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper gasket marker

Conceptual external shell joint, not a pressure-qualified seal or bolted connection. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Lower gasket marker

Conceptual external shell joint, not a pressure-qualified seal or bolted connection. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 1

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 1

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 2

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 2

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 3

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 3

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 4

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 4

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 5

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 5

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 6

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 6

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 7

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 7

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 8

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 8

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 9

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 9

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint smooth stud 10

Separate unthreaded fastener marker with no preload calculation. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Upper joint nut marker 10

External nut marker only; no fit or pressure integrity. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Filter display support 1

Illustrative display support without foundation, load or seismic design. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Filter display foot 1

Unrated model foot; anchors and installation omitted. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Filter display support 2

Illustrative display support without foundation, load or seismic design. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Filter display foot 2

Unrated model foot; anchors and installation omitted. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Filter display support 3

Illustrative display support without foundation, load or seismic design. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Filter display foot 3

Unrated model foot; anchors and installation omitted. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Filter display support 4

Illustrative display support without foundation, load or seismic design. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Filter display foot 4

Unrated model foot; anchors and installation omitted. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Static service-downflow cue

Fixed line through the bed illustrating only a general filtration direction. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Static media-cleaning-upflow cue

Fixed opposite-direction cue for a separate media-cleaning concept, not a valve sequence. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Service direction arrow

Fixed direction annotation, not simulated flow or an operating instruction. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.

Cleaning direction arrow

Fixed direction annotation, not simulated flow or an operating instruction. Original generic static illustration: no vessel code, media specification, filter rating, hydraulic design, water quality or cleaning procedure.