Filtration Energy Solutions Inc

A process manufacturing client needed to recover a high-value component from its process stream without compromising purity, yield, or efficiency. FES conducted a membrane feasibility study with multiple crossflow filtration trials, selected a membrane delivering high flux and selective rejection, and validated performance in a 4-inch spiral-wound pilot study simulating real-world process conditions. FES then designed a custom skid-mounted membrane system matched to the client's flow rate, temperature, and CIP requirements and guided vendor selection for fabrication and auxiliary equipment. The commissioned system has operated reliably for more than 13 years, saving the client millions in product recovery and water conservation.

FES provided commissioning and startup support for a 500-million-gallon-per-day ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis membrane plant operating at 14,000-foot elevation for a global water utility. Working under extreme environmental and operational constraints, FES guided system commissioning, optimized membrane performance, and ensured both UF and RO trains ran reliably and within specification.

FES designed and built a custom cross-flow membrane test unit for an advanced separation R&D team, enabling precise measurement of flux and rejection under representative process conditions. The system performed without issues, allowing the client to evaluate membrane candidates and advance development with confidence.

Starting from a membrane concept and a compressed timeline, FES conducted feasibility testing, selected compatible materials, and fabricated a scalable, test-ready prototype filter. The deliverable required no rework and was ready for immediate experimentation, compressing the client's product development schedule.