System and Method for Removing Solid Buildup from Filters

A system for removing solid buildup from a filter media comprising:

• a cross-flow filter comprising a conductive filter media, wherein a slurry is passed parallel to the cross-flow filter, the slurry comprising a carrier liquid and solids, a portion of the carrier liquid crossing through the filter media as a permeate while the thickened slurry continues parallel to the filter media;
• an instrument detects a blockage of at least a portion of the filter media and transmits a signal regarding the blockage, wherein the blockage comprises a portion of the solids;
• and,
• a processor, wherein the processor is configured to:
• receive the signal from the instrument;
• and
• control one or more heating devices to heat at least a portion of the filter media to a temperature that melts a portion of the blockage, whereby the blockage is cleared.