WATER TREATMENT

Advanced Nanomembrane Filtration Systems

Our nanomembranes incorporate functionalized nanoparticles within polymer matrices, creating selective transport channels for water while rejecting contaminants at the molecular level. The technology targets pharmaceuticals, microplastics, and heavy metals that conventional treatment cannot remove.

Advanced Nanomembrane Filtration Systems
Client/Partner:

Industrial Manufacturing Consortium

Category:

Environmental Engineering

Duration:

3 Years

Funding:

$750,000

Status:

Field Testing

Project Overview:

This project develops next-generation nanomembrane filtration systems capable of removing emerging contaminants from industrial wastewater. The membranes combine high flux rates with selective removal of specific pollutants, addressing increasingly stringent environmental regulations.

Advanced Nanomembrane Filtration Systems Gallery
Advanced Nanomembrane Filtration Systems Gallery

What We Achieved:

Our comprehensive approach to this project encompassed multiple phases of development, testing, and implementation:

  • Synthesized membranes with controlled pore sizes (0.1-10 nm)
  • Incorporated photocatalytic nanoparticles for contaminant degradation
  • Achieved flux rates 3x higher than commercial membranes
  • Developed anti-fouling surface modifications
  • Created modular system designs for easy scaling
  • Validated removal of 50+ priority pollutants
  • Reduced operating pressure requirements by 50%
  • Extended membrane lifetime to 5+ years
  • Achieved energy consumption below 1 kWh/m³ treated

Project Impact & Results:

Pilot installations have demonstrated >99% removal of pharmaceutical compounds and 100% microplastic rejection. The technology has enabled two facilities to achieve zero liquid discharge status. Energy savings of $500,000 annually per installation have accelerated adoption across multiple industries.

100%

Success Rate

50+

Researchers Involved

25+

Publications

Multiple

Awards Won

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