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IDRA partners with Green by Iceland to advance global climate resilience at its Reykjavik summit
The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) and Green by Iceland — a collaborative platform uniting the private and public sectors to tackle climate issues and develop sustainable, green solutions […] The post IDRA partners with Green by Iceland to advance global climate resilience at its Reykjavik summit first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNorwegian drinking water utility moves forward with UV-C LED for large scale water disinfection
Norwegian utility Glitrevannverket is working with Danish engineering consultancy Ramboll and germicidal UV (UV-C) LED company AquiSense to test multiple units designed for municipal and industrial water disinfection. The innovation […] The post Norwegian drinking water utility moves forward with UV-C LED for large scale water disinfection first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEuropump accepts onto the EU Ecodesign forum to foster sustainable practices in the pump industry
The European Association of Pump Manufacturers (Europump) has officially accepted onto the newly established EU Commission Ecodesign forum, which aims to accelerate the transition to more sustainable products and services […] The post Europump accepts onto the EU Ecodesign forum to foster sustainable practices in the pump industry first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAquatech Innovation Award winners announced, with Aurea from Royal Haskoning as the overall winner
Aurea from consulting engineers Royal Haskoning is a technological innovation developed in the Netherlands that can sustainably remove micropollutants during wastewater treatment scooped a major industry innovation award. This solution […] The post Aquatech Innovation Award winners announced, with Aurea from Royal Haskoning as the overall winner first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDiehl Metering awarded by MIMA 2025 for sustainability
Smart metering solutions group Diehl Metering has been awarded the Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award 2025 (MIMA 2025) in the sustainability category. This prize — which Microsoft Germany awards together with […] The post Diehl Metering awarded by MIMA 2025 for sustainability first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant wins second semiconductor water treatment project in Dresden, Germany as H+E fully integrates under one brand
Gradiant — a global group in advanced water and wastewater treatment — has a major contract to design and build an ultrapure water (UPW) facility for one of the world’s […] The post Gradiant wins second semiconductor water treatment project in Dresden, Germany as H+E fully integrates under one brand first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreThames Water extends water quality monitoring contract
Remote environmental monitoring technology industry provider Meteor Communications has announced that Thames Water Utilities has extended the term of its framework agreement for the supply of water quality monitoring equipment […] The post Thames Water extends water quality monitoring contract first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB launches water conservation campaign 2025 for SG60
National water agency PUB’s annual water conservation campaign — launched in conjunction with the Singapore World Water Day celebrations (SWWD 2025) in March — focuses on water’s critical role in […] The post PUB launches water conservation campaign 2025 for SG60 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHon. Bruno Pigott joins IDRA as special advisor
The nonprofit organisation International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) has appointed Hon. Bruno Pigott, former acting assistant administrator for water at the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as a special […] The post Hon. Bruno Pigott joins IDRA as special advisor first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSPML Infra signs ₹617.98 crore irrigation project in Jharkhand, India
Indian water management company SPML Infra has signed an agreement with the Water Resource Department, Hazaribagh, for a major irrigation project under the Konar irrigation project on a turnkey basis. […] The post SPML Infra signs ₹617.98 crore irrigation project in Jharkhand, India first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia March/April 2025
The women spearheading Singapore’s water sector “Women and girls bear the biggest burden of the water crisis” Elevating voices of those making waves within the water industry The post Water & Wastewater Asia March/April 2025 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBritish Water signs MoA with US innovation hub The Water Council, boosting international opportunities
A memorandum of action (MoA) has been signed between trade association British Water and US innovation hub The Water Council to establish a framework of collaboration to foster innovation, business […] The post British Water signs MoA with US innovation hub The Water Council, boosting international opportunities first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAir Selangor and Schneider Electric reinforce water security with Malaysia’s first digital twin water treatment plant
Air Selangor, the largest water services provider in Malaysia, has completed Malaysia’s first digital twin water treatment plant (WTP) in a partnership with Schneider Electric — the global group in […] The post Air Selangor and Schneider Electric reinforce water security with Malaysia’s first digital twin water treatment plant first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreSurge for Water celebrates World Water Day by fundraising to give water filters to 1,000 families in Indonesia
Surge for Water — a global women-led, community driven nonprofit dedicated to providing sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) solutions — calls on individuals and businesses to take action this […] The post Surge for Water celebrates World Water Day by fundraising to give water filters to 1,000 families in Indonesia first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreSingapore’s coastal and flood protection fund tops up by S$5bn
As announced by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong during his Budget 2025 speech, the coastal and flood protection fund will be topped up by $5bn. PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, is […] The post Singapore’s coastal and flood protection fund tops up by S$5bn first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMemsift Innovations and Murugappa group commercially launch GOSEP UF membrane and new manufacturing facility
Memsift Innovations has partnered with Indian conglomerate Murugappa group to commercially launch the GOSEP ultrafiltration (UF) membrane. The inauguration of the new membrane production facility on 26 Feb 2025 makes […] The post Memsift Innovations and Murugappa group commercially launch GOSEP UF membrane and new manufacturing facility first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMeteor Communications’ new non-executive director targets continued expansion
Following years of growth, Meteor Communications — the specialist developer of remote environmental monitoring equipment and services — has appointed Thierry Bouzac as non-executive director. “This is an important step […] The post Meteor Communications’ new non-executive director targets continued expansion first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEurope’s digital water market forecast to double by 2033 as policy and technology drive transformation
Europe’s digital water solutions market — the world’s largest in the sector — is on track to double in size, growing from US$13.7bn in 2024 to $27.2bn by 2033, according […] The post Europe’s digital water market forecast to double by 2033 as policy and technology drive transformation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEnergy Recovery increases 5 years of its pressure exchanger’s design life
Energy Recovery has announced that its Pressure Exchanger (PX) energy recovery device has a 30-year design life — an increase from a previously published 25-year design life. A newly published […] The post Energy Recovery increases 5 years of its pressure exchanger’s design life first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEnergy Recovery appoints Dr Ram Ramanan as new CTO and promotes David Kim-Hak to vice-president, wastewater
Energy Recovery — the US manufacturer of energy recovery devices for water and CO2 refrigeration industries — has appointed Dr Ram Ramanan as new CTO on 3 Mar 2025 following […] The post Energy Recovery appoints Dr Ram Ramanan as new CTO and promotes David Kim-Hak to vice-president, wastewater first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreTuring secures US$14m to scale AI-powered water management solutions
Turing, the AI-driven water management solutions company, has completed $14m funding round led by Safar Partners. This investment will accelerate Turing’s global expansion and enhance its flagship AI-powered platforms, TOP […] The post Turing secures US$14m to scale AI-powered water management solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMaking Waves: Inside the Future of Water with WWA
Water & Wastewater Asia (WWA) is the premier business journal that keeps you updated in the water and wastewater industry with an Asian perspective. Here is a glimpse of the […] The post Making Waves: Inside the Future of Water with WWA first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEX Global 2025 — “There is only one future for water, and it is digital”
WEX Global recently celebrated its 19th annual meeting in Valencia, Spain with its sights set on improving the future of water. From 10-12 Feb 2025, over 230 people gathered in […] The post WEX Global 2025 — “There is only one future for water, and it is digital” first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCERAFILTEC partners with xAI for the world’s largest AI supercomputer data centre and ceramic MBR
Elon Musk’s AI company xAI is said to build the world’s largest ceramic membrane bioreactor (MBR) to enable reuse of 49.2 megalitres per day (MLD) of municipal wastewater for cooling […] The post CERAFILTEC partners with xAI for the world’s largest AI supercomputer data centre and ceramic MBR first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser maintains gold status, achieving 78 out of 100 points in the EcoVadis sustainability rating
This combined score puts Endress+Hauser among the top 5% of the 150,000 rated companies. The EcoVadis assessment is based on several criteria relating to the environment, labour, human rights, and […] The post Endress+Hauser maintains gold status, achieving 78 out of 100 points in the EcoVadis sustainability rating first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia’s technologies set to transform waste into resources at historic Belgian brewery
Veolia Water Technologies has been chosen by the Omer Vander Ghinste Brewery for the expansion of the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) at its historic brewery close to Kortrijk, Belgium. Since […] The post Veolia’s technologies set to transform waste into resources at historic Belgian brewery first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUKWIR appoints new CEO
UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) — a research organisation for the UK water industry — has appointed Mike Rose as new CEO with immediate effect. With a career including senior […] The post UKWIR appoints new CEO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMemsift Innovations partners with SIT to pioneer NF membranes for chemical recovery
Memsift Innovations has announced a research collaboration with the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) to develop chemical-resistant hollow fibre nanofiltration (NF) membranes. These advanced membranes are designed to recover valuable […] The post Memsift Innovations partners with SIT to pioneer NF membranes for chemical recovery first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems issues call for nominations for the 2025 Going Digital Awards held in Amsterdam
Bentley Systems — the infrastructure engineering software company — is calling for nominations for the 2025 Going Digital Awards. This global programme recognises the world’s most extraordinary infrastructure projects and […] The post Bentley Systems issues call for nominations for the 2025 Going Digital Awards held in Amsterdam first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEF supports Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act in the US
The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has expressed support for the reintroduction of the Water Systems per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Liability Protection Act in the US. This bipartisan legislation — […] The post WEF supports Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act in the US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAuCom has 38% increase in revenues, receives TOP 100 award and plans for Asian markets
The increasing electrification of industry is ensuring continued growth at AuCom. Following a 38% increase in revenues last year, the specialist for electronic drive technology is aiming for an increase […] The post AuCom has 38% increase in revenues, receives TOP 100 award and plans for Asian markets first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHMEL and Emerson to co-develop solutions for energy value chain optimisation
India petrochemical and refining company HPCL-Mittal Energy (HMEL) and Emerson — an industrial technology group delivering advanced automation solutions — are joining forces to optimise enterprise operations across HMEL’s refining, […] The post HMEL and Emerson to co-develop solutions for energy value chain optimisation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndo Renergy and Electric team joins ELECS 2025 in South Korea
Indo Renergy and Electric 2025 expo and forum team has participated in Electric Energy Conference and Show (ELECS) 2025 in South Korea. The team has leveraged this South Korean stage […] The post Indo Renergy and Electric team joins ELECS 2025 in South Korea first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYokogawa enhances IT/OT integration with new OpreX collaborative information (CI) server
Yokogawa Electric Corporation has released the latest version of OpreX CI server — a product in the OpreX control and safety system family — with enhancements that streamline application assembly […] The post Yokogawa enhances IT/OT integration with new OpreX collaborative information (CI) server first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMemsift Innovations appoints Chris O’Connor as CFO
Memsift Innovations — an emerging provider of advanced membrane technologies for sustainable water and resource recovery — has appointed Chris O’Connor as its CFO. O’Connor, a seasoned financial executive, brings […] The post Memsift Innovations appoints Chris O’Connor as CFO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFirst female group CEO Louise Adams leads Aurecon into next chapter of Asia-Pacific growth
International design, engineering and advisory company Aurecon has announced Louise Adams — the group’s current COO — as its new group CEO, effective 1 Jul 2025. Adams succeeds current group […] The post First female group CEO Louise Adams leads Aurecon into next chapter of Asia-Pacific growth first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAqueoUS Vets adds four channel partners to its network of manufacturers’ representatives
AqueoUS Vets (AV) has added four new manufacturers’ representatives — EW2 Environmental, Southern Water Technologies, Environmental Technical Sales, and Haynes Equipment — to its growing channel partner programme. This expansion […] The post AqueoUS Vets adds four channel partners to its network of manufacturers’ representatives first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUS water and sewer bill rises up by 24% in five years, raising affordability concerns
The combined water and sewer bill for a typical US household has increased by 4.6% from 2023-2024, according to global water market data and insights provider Bluefield Research. This rise […] The post US water and sewer bill rises up by 24% in five years, raising affordability concerns first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLiquid I.V. awards US$200,000 to Surge for Water to bring clean water solutions to remote communities in Indonesia
US powdered hydration brand Liquid I.V. has launched its first-ever initiative in Indonesia through a partnership with Surge for Water — a global women-led, community driven nonprofit dedicated to providing […] The post Liquid I.V. awards US$200,000 to Surge for Water to bring clean water solutions to remote communities in Indonesia first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreGrundfos’ 2040 new strategy and 2024 financial results
Grundfos, a global group in advanced pump and water solutions, experienced a 2.4% sales decline in 2024 but returned to moderate organic growth in the second half of the year. […] The post Grundfos’ 2040 new strategy and 2024 financial results first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePuraffinity appoints Neal Megonnell as CCO
Puraffinity, developer of precision technology for the removal of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) across multiple water treatment applications, has appointed Neal Megonnell as CCO effective immediately. Neal Megonnell brings […] The post Puraffinity appoints Neal Megonnell as CCO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSaudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) signs Ras Mohaisen independent water plant project
Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) has signed the Ras Mohaisen independent water plant project, which will be established in Al-Qunfudhah Governorate, Makkah region, Saudi Arabia, with a production capacity of […] The post Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) signs Ras Mohaisen independent water plant project first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWaterEquity appoints Aleem Remtula as head private equity and infrastructure investments
WaterEquity — an impact-driven asset manager dedicated to helping solve the global water and sanitation crisis — has appointed Aleem Remtula as head private equity and infrastructure investments. In this […] The post WaterEquity appoints Aleem Remtula as head private equity and infrastructure investments first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More120Water launches PFAS sampling to support utilities navigating evolving regulations in the US
120Water — the water quality compliance Software as a Service (SaaS) platform — launches its per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) sampling and consumer confidence report (CCR) solutions. To date, more than […] The post 120Water launches PFAS sampling to support utilities navigating evolving regulations in the US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDe Nora signs two contracts with Saudi Water Authority and ACWA Power
De Nora — an Italian multinational company specialising in electrochemistry — has signed two collaboration and research contracts with Saudi companies ACWA Power and Saudi Water Authority. De Nora CEO […] The post De Nora signs two contracts with Saudi Water Authority and ACWA Power first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreREDstack secures investment round to advance brackish water desalination through ElectroMembrane technology
Dutch scaleup REDstack has completed an investment round led by Pure Terra Ventures, with additional support from investors such as NOM and Easter Technology. “Since the original electrodialysis reversal (EDR) […] The post REDstack secures investment round to advance brackish water desalination through ElectroMembrane technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAmazon’s first forest conservation and water replenishment project in Japan
Amazon has launched its first water replenishment project in Japan with Tabayama village — a key water resource for the Tokyo metropolitan area. The project is expected to return over […] The post Amazon’s first forest conservation and water replenishment project in Japan first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreInternational water leaders share insights during global dialogue on water reuse
The WateReuse Association (WateReuse) and the International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) are collaborating on a global dialogue on water reuse examining the drivers, challenges, and opportunities for accelerating the […] The post International water leaders share insights during global dialogue on water reuse first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDonnie Johnson is Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI)’s new sustainability and advocacy director
Donnie Johnson has joined Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) as its new director of sustainability and advocacy. The position was created because of the growing membership’s desire to increase PPI’s contributions […] The post Donnie Johnson is Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI)’s new sustainability and advocacy director first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGen AI startup TeamSolve secures Balibago Waterworks as first Philippines customer, completes key pilot project
TeamSolve — the startup developing operationally-ready AI solutions for the utilities and industrial sectors — has announced the next chapter of its partnership with Balibago Waterworks — the largest provincial […] The post Gen AI startup TeamSolve secures Balibago Waterworks as first Philippines customer, completes key pilot project first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia January/February 2025
Ushering a new era of water management “It is in Veolia’s DNA to make sure we save water, depollute and regenerate” Battling climate change: Cisgenics uses next-generation technology to address sustainability in rice cultivation in South East Asia The post Water & Wastewater Asia January/February 2025 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOsmoflo and Aqua Membranes partner to bring 3D printed spacer technology benefits to a water-scarce world
Australian company Osmoflo Water Management and US company Aqua Membranes have partnered to combine Aqua Membranes’ 3D printed spacer technology for reverse osmosis (RO) membranes with Osmoflo’s integration and operational […] The post Osmoflo and Aqua Membranes partner to bring 3D printed spacer technology benefits to a water-scarce world first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreSecond cohort of the IWA-Grundfos Youth Action for SDG6 Fellowship announced
The International Water Association (IWA) and Grundfos have unveiled the second cohort of the IWA-Grundfos Youth Action for UN sustainable development goal (SDG) 6 Fellowship, comprising 14 young water professionals […] The post Second cohort of the IWA-Grundfos Youth Action for SDG6 Fellowship announced first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSecond cohort of the IWA-Grundfos Youth Action for SDG6 Fellowship announced
The International Water Association (IWA) and Grundfos have unveiled the second cohort of the IWA-Grundfos Youth Action for UN sustainable development goal (SDG) 6 Fellowship, comprising 14 young water professionals […] The post Second cohort of the IWA-Grundfos Youth Action for SDG6 Fellowship announced first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndo Water participates in Japan’s InterAqua 2025 this January
The 19th Indonesia’s international exhibition for water and wastewater technology Indo Water 2025 makes its mark at InterAqua 2025, taking place from 29-31 Jan 2025 at Tokyo Big Sight East […] The post Indo Water participates in Japan’s InterAqua 2025 this January first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndo Water participates in Japan’s InterAqua 2025 this January
The 19th Indonesia’s international exhibition for water and wastewater technology Indo Water 2025 makes its mark at InterAqua 2025, taking place from 29-31 Jan 2025 at Tokyo Big Sight East […] The post Indo Water participates in Japan’s InterAqua 2025 this January first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorebNovate Technologies appoints Avance Aqua as its exclusive distributor in China
In a move to address water quality challenges in China, Swiss group in microbiological water monitoring solutions bNovate Technologies has signed a distribution agreement with Avance Aqua, a technology company […] The post bNovate Technologies appoints Avance Aqua as its exclusive distributor in China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorebNovate Technologies appoints Avance Aqua as its exclusive distributor in China
In a move to address water quality challenges in China, Swiss group in microbiological water monitoring solutions bNovate Technologies has signed a distribution agreement with Avance Aqua, a technology company […] The post bNovate Technologies appoints Avance Aqua as its exclusive distributor in China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGF Piping Systems and Gradiant partner up to drive innovation for sustainable water treatment
Flow solutions provider GF Piping Systems and global group in advanced water and wastewater treatment Gradiant have partnered, symbolically at the GF Piping Systems’ Customer Experience Centre in Singapore with […] The post GF Piping Systems and Gradiant partner up to drive innovation for sustainable water treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGF Piping Systems and Gradiant partner up to drive innovation for sustainable water treatment
Flow solutions provider GF Piping Systems and global group in advanced water and wastewater treatment Gradiant have partnered, symbolically at the GF Piping Systems’ Customer Experience Centre in Singapore with […] The post GF Piping Systems and Gradiant partner up to drive innovation for sustainable water treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong Fluid Technology and Parts Town join forces to expand services
Global group in HVAC and fluid flow solutions Armstrong Fluid Technology has partnered with Parts Town, a distributor of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) HVAC parts. This collaboration will improve access […] The post Armstrong Fluid Technology and Parts Town join forces to expand services first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFrom drops to data: Advancing global precipitation estimates with the LETKF algorithm
Estimating global precipitation is vital for managing water-related disasters, yet it is often challenging due to sparse rain gauge data in certain areas. To improve these predictions, assistant Prof Dr […] The post From drops to data: Advancing global precipitation estimates with the LETKF algorithm first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAurecon appoints new Asia chief executive to continue growth trajectory
International design, engineering and advisory company Aurecon has appointed Gabe Carter as its new chief executive for Asia to drive the company’s continued growth across the region. Effective 1 Mar […] The post Aurecon appoints new Asia chief executive to continue growth trajectory first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration receives BREEAM-NL certification for sustainable growth
Membrane filtration technology innovator NX Filtration’s new factory and office have received the BREEAM-NL certification with an ‘excellent’ rating. This recognition underscores its dedication to sustainability and its mission to […] The post NX Filtration receives BREEAM-NL certification for sustainable growth first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTransition Industries and Veolia partner to redefine industrial water use at the Pacifico Mexinol project in Mexico
Transition Industries — a developer of world-scale, net-zero carbon emissions methanol and hydrogen projects — and Veolia Water Technologies have signed an agreement to explore the provision of advanced industrial […] The post Transition Industries and Veolia partner to redefine industrial water use at the Pacifico Mexinol project in Mexico first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreA2Z Drone Delivery launches world’s first multi-use BV LOS drone dock network in China
Marking its first operation as a drone service provider and developer of commercial drone delivery solutions, A2Z Drone Delivery launched a first-of-its kind multi-use network of drone docks to support […] The post A2Z Drone Delivery launches world’s first multi-use BV LOS drone dock network in China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePhosphorus project finds alternatives to chemical treatment in the UK
A major collaborative study into alternative approaches to phosphorus removal at rural wastewater treatment works has delivered promising results, with one new method already in use by a UK water […] The post Phosphorus project finds alternatives to chemical treatment in the UK first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSICK and Endress+Hauser join forces in process automation
Sensor-based applications solutions provider SICK and Endress+Hauser have partnered in process automation, each holding 50% of the joint venture as of 1 Mar 2025 — under the umbrella of Endress+Hauser […] The post SICK and Endress+Hauser join forces in process automation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHeineken Malaysia supports local communities by giving access to clean water
Heineken Cares is a programme by Heineken Malaysia aimed at uplifting communities in need, aligned with its Brew a Better World 2030 strategy, to foster positive impact and build a […] The post Heineken Malaysia supports local communities by giving access to clean water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDRA presents awards at 2024 World Congress gala dinner
The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) World Congress 2024 gala dinner recognised the achievements of corporations and institutions from across the globe with industry and sustainability awards; along with the […] The post IDRA presents awards at 2024 World Congress gala dinner first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDRA and CEO Water Mandate sign landmark MoU to advance global water stewardship
The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) and the CEO Water Mandate — a special initiative of the UN Global Compact — have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to […] The post IDRA and CEO Water Mandate sign landmark MoU to advance global water stewardship first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration achieves ACS certification in France
NX Filtration’s hollow fibre nanofiltration (HFNF) membranes have now received the Attestation de Conformité Sanitaire (ACS) certification, confirming that its technology ensures the safe and reliable use of its membranes […] The post NX Filtration achieves ACS certification in France first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDaewoo invests in new Mixel mixers for biogas plant
Mixel — a group that has supplied almost 50,000 agitators worldwide — have completed the installation of new 24m agitators for a 3,500m3 biogas digester run by Daewoo Engineering and […] The post Daewoo invests in new Mixel mixers for biogas plant first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEpisode 3: Robert Chan, AECOM
Robert Chan, the vice-president of water in Asia at AECOM, reflects on the evolving trends in water infrastructure across the Asia-Pacific region, highlighting the need for sustainable solutions in urban […] The post Episode 3: Robert Chan, AECOM first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues explores urban water resilience
On 28 Nov 2024, the BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues discussed the topic of reshaping cities — urban water resilience, attracting almost 700 registered participants from 73 countries. The keynotes, […] The post BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues explores urban water resilience first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreKorean carbon tech company selects Emerson as automation partner
Industrial technology and software group Emerson will provide its advanced measurement and automation technologies to LowCarbon, a South Korean company driving the development of carbon capture technologies to help Korea […] The post Korean carbon tech company selects Emerson as automation partner first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreJon Freedman elected IDRA president for the 2024-2026 term
The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) has elected Jon Freedman — global head of policy and stakeholder engagement for water quality, Veralto — as its president for the 2024-2026 […] The post Jon Freedman elected IDRA president for the 2024-2026 term first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEX Global 2025 plans for progress to a water abundant world at Valencia, Spain
Over 90 speakers from 45 countries will be forging partnerships in water, energy and climate change to move towards a world of water abundance at the 19th WEX Global from […] The post WEX Global 2025 plans for progress to a water abundant world at Valencia, Spain first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAddressing water scarcity technical programme sets stage for global water innovation at IDRA World Congress 2024
The IDRA World Congress 2024, hosted by the Department of Energy — Abu Dhabi (DoE), entered its third day with a technical programme focused on addressing water scarcity. The technical […] The post Addressing water scarcity technical programme sets stage for global water innovation at IDRA World Congress 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreSWPC awarded Excellence in PPP Award 2024 by IDRA
Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) has been awarded Excellence in Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Award 2024 by the International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA). Its key achievements contribution implemented in 2024 […] The post SWPC awarded Excellence in PPP Award 2024 by IDRA first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration expects 2024 revenues of €10.5m-€11.5m, a growth of 30-40%
Global provider of hollow fibre nanofiltration (HFNF) technology NX Filtration has published its revenue range for full-year 2024, which are expected to be in the range of €10.5m-€11.5m, representing a […] The post NX Filtration expects 2024 revenues of €10.5m-€11.5m, a growth of 30-40% first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDRA opening ceremony launches vision to address water scarcity and advance global water equity
The International Desalination and Water Reuse Association (IDRA) World Congress 2024, hosted by the Department of Energy — Abu Dhabi (DoE), commenced with an opening ceremony on 9 Dec 2024. […] The post IDRA opening ceremony launches vision to address water scarcity and advance global water equity first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHRS awarded EcoVadis sustainability accreditation
HRS Heat Exchangers has recently been awarded a bronze medal rating, placing it in the top 35% of companies in terms of sustainability. As an independent provider of business sustainability […] The post HRS awarded EcoVadis sustainability accreditation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem acquires majority stake in Idrica to empower water utilities with intelligent solutions
Global water solutions company Xylem has acquired a majority stake in Idrica — a group in water data management and analytics — to empower water utilities with intelligent solutions for […] The post Xylem acquires majority stake in Idrica to empower water utilities with intelligent solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCatalysing innovation and partnerships at IDRA World Congress 2024
The International Desalination and Water Reuse Association (IDRA) World Congress 2024, hosted by the Department of Energy — Abu Dhabi (DoE), is poised to take place from 8-12 Dec 2024 […] The post Catalysing innovation and partnerships at IDRA World Congress 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAqueoUS Vets awarded contract for Woodbury, Minnesota’s permanent WTP project
Provider of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) treatment solutions AqueoUS Vets has been awarded the contract for the city of Woodbury, Minnesota’s new water treatment plant (WTP) project in the […] The post AqueoUS Vets awarded contract for Woodbury, Minnesota’s permanent WTP project first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser supports 1.5°C path for climate protection
Endress+Hauser has achieved a milestone in sustainability. The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated the group’s greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets. Both the near-term target for 2034 and the […] The post Endress+Hauser supports 1.5°C path for climate protection first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDiehl Metering acquires Preventio for enhanced leak detection
Global group in smart metering solutions Diehl Metering acquired PREVENTIO, a German-based technology startup specialising in leakage management and predictive maintenance. This investment is set to enhance Diehl Metering’s capabilities […] The post Diehl Metering acquires Preventio for enhanced leak detection first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia November/December 2024
The US$119m XPRIZE Water Scarcity is “audacious, but achievable” Data centres lead the way in water efficiency for a more sustainable future Everybody can play a part in protecting Singapore’s shorelines The post Water & Wastewater Asia November/December 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTransformed leakage technology can tackle resource challenge
The annual leakage conference takes place in Birmingham, UK, 2-3 Dec 2024. According to Ovarro UK and Ireland sales lead Roland Leslie, there has been a transformation in leakage technology […] The post Transformed leakage technology can tackle resource challenge first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRegistration now open for Europump annual meeting
The European Pump Association (Europump) has opened its 2025 annual meeting and general assembly online registration. Hosted by the Czech Pump Manufacturers Association (CPMA), this three-day event will be held […] The post Registration now open for Europump annual meeting first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong launches new SMART recommissioning programme
Armstrong Fluid Technology has launched a new service to help building operators restore and maintain performance and efficiency in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The new SMART recommissioning […] The post Armstrong launches new SMART recommissioning programme first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThe role of early warning systems for floods in the Middle East
In April, the UAE experienced one of the worst weather events in its history, with 254L/m2 of rainfall in 24hrs. Dubai airport — one of the busiest hubs in the […] The post The role of early warning systems for floods in the Middle East first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSIF’s South East Asia Partnership for Adaptation through Water (SEAPAW) in Sarawak, Malaysia
The Singapore International Foundation (SIF), in collaboration with the World Economic Forum, announced its first project of the SEAPAW at the conference of the parties to the UN framework convention […] The post SIF’s South East Asia Partnership for Adaptation through Water (SEAPAW) in Sarawak, Malaysia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHot Springs cuts NRW loss nearly 50% with Xylem digital solutions
The City of Hot Springs, Arkansas, US, took steps to reduce non-revenue water (NRW) loss by nearly 50% using advanced digital solutions from Xylem. Hot Springs’ 143-year-old water system experienced […] The post Hot Springs cuts NRW loss nearly 50% with Xylem digital solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLANXESS’ ion exchange resin for mobile water treatment unit for PFAS removal
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS has equipped the first mobile plant of De Watergroep for the removal of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from water with its Lewatit TP108 DW ion […] The post LANXESS’ ion exchange resin for mobile water treatment unit for PFAS removal first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWaterEquity announces US$100m in financing available for water and sanitation infrastructure
Global asset manager WaterEquity — dedicated to mobilising private investment for the water and sanitation sector — has raised more than $100m for its latest investment fund, the water and […] The post WaterEquity announces US$100m in financing available for water and sanitation infrastructure first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEnvironmental resilience centred at British Water conference
Building a resilient ecosystem of stakeholders to drive improvements in the environment will be the topic of focus in the second British Water annual conference, which takes place in Brighton, […] The post Environmental resilience centred at British Water conference first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos boosts local production with upgraded Jakarta plant to support Indonesia’s sustainable growth
Global group in advanced pump solutions and water technologies Grundfos has unveiled its upgraded plant in Jakarta, Indonesia. With an investment of US$2m, Grundfos has introduced a full-scale assembly and […] The post Grundfos boosts local production with upgraded Jakarta plant to support Indonesia’s sustainable growth first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew research shows how leading water utilities pave the way to net zero
World leaders are gathering this week in Baku, Azerbaijan, to accelerate the decarbonisation of the world economy at the 29th conference of the parties to the UN framework convention on […] The post New research shows how leading water utilities pave the way to net zero first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreToray RO membrane elements double impurity removal to produce UPW from recycled wastewater
Toray Industries has advanced sales of its TBW-XHR series reverse osmosis (RO) membrane elements to domestic water treatment engineering companies. Toray will present the technology at the annual conference of […] The post Toray RO membrane elements double impurity removal to produce UPW from recycled wastewater first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndo Water 2025 visits South Korea
The Indo Water 2025 team has visited Daegu, South Korea from 13-16 Nov 2024, scheduling meetings with international stakeholders — including government officials, non-profit organisations, technology companies, and industry partners […] The post Indo Water 2025 visits South Korea first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMajor WWTP operator in Singapore springs into efficiency with Robuschi turbo blower solution
Pressure and vacuum solutions support mission-critical processes such as aeration in the water and wastewater treatment industry. A core component of many treatment procedures, aeration is a method that infuses […] The post Major WWTP operator in Singapore springs into efficiency with Robuschi turbo blower solution first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGEA software cuts water consumption by 48% at Ammerland dairy in northern Germany
With two of GEA’s digital tools — GEA smart filtration clean-in-place (CIP) and smart filtration flush — the German dairy Molkerei Ammerland has reduced water usage by 48% in the […] The post GEA software cuts water consumption by 48% at Ammerland dairy in northern Germany first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant’s alkaLi guarantees over 95% lithium recovery for battery-grade conversion
Gradiant’s spin-out alkaLi — with its EC² technology for the direct lithium extraction (DLE) and production market — has demonstrated a 97% lithium recovery rate from salar brines in North […] The post Gradiant’s alkaLi guarantees over 95% lithium recovery for battery-grade conversion first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePumps — the hidden champions of energy efficiency and sustainability across all sectors
By: Luboš Michlík, European Pump Association (Europump) president As the global push for improved energy efficiency and sustainability intensifies across manufacturing; commerce; transportation; housing; and public services, pumps remain the […] The post Pumps — the hidden champions of energy efficiency and sustainability across all sectors first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration recognised with 2024 Frost & Sullivan Global Product Leadership Award
NX Filtration has been recognised for its development and deployment of its hollow fibre nanofiltration (HFNF) technology with the 2024 Frost & Sullivan Global Product Leadership Award. NX Filtration CEO […] The post NX Filtration recognised with 2024 Frost & Sullivan Global Product Leadership Award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThe next generation of Aquaporin Inside
Water technology company Aquaporin has developed the Next Generation Aquaporin Inside technology, designed to improve energy efficiencies of its membrane products. Aquaporin CTO Torsten Bak said, “We are seeing some […] The post The next generation of Aquaporin Inside first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIdrica Mexico receives ESR 2024 Award for its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility
The award — granted by the Mexican Center for Philanthropy (CEMEFI) — comes after analysis and assessment of the indicators defined by CEMEFI, which encompassed four key areas. They are […] The post Idrica Mexico receives ESR 2024 Award for its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGenerative AI startup TeamSolve raises seed round, backed by SGInnovate and Burnt Island Ventures
TeamSolve — a startup developing operationally-deployable artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for the industrial and utilities sectors — has completed a US$2.5m seed round anchored by SGInnovate and Burnt Island Ventures, […] The post Generative AI startup TeamSolve raises seed round, backed by SGInnovate and Burnt Island Ventures first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreJapanese mapping service Tenchijin COMPASS KnoWaterleak supports leak detection in Asia
Cloud-based mapping service Tenchijin COMPASS KnoWaterleak has been adopted by more than 20 municipalities in Japan, including the capital city of Tokyo since its launch in 2023. Tenchijin — the […] The post Japanese mapping service Tenchijin COMPASS KnoWaterleak supports leak detection in Asia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAurecon records 63% increase in environmental services revenue since 2023
International design, engineering, and advisory company Aurecon has recorded a 63% revenue increase in environmental services since 2023, leading to a 43-place ascension on the Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Top 200 […] The post Aurecon records 63% increase in environmental services revenue since 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues 2024 on urban water resilience
The BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues will return on 28 Nov 2024, with a focus on urban water resilience. The conference is supported by the Berlin Senate Department for Economic […] The post BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues 2024 on urban water resilience first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMorocco and Veolia join forces for the largest seawater desalination project in Africa
With French president Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Morocco on 29 Oct 2024, Veolia and the Kingdom of Morocco signed a Memorandum of Association (MoA) to develop an exclusive seawater […] The post Morocco and Veolia join forces for the largest seawater desalination project in Africa first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTIME’s Best Inventions of 2024 — Gradiant’s ForeverGone for PFAS removal and destruction
ForeverGone technology by global group in advanced water and wastewater treatment Gradiant has been named one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024. ForeverGone is said to be the only all-in-one […] The post TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024 — Gradiant’s ForeverGone for PFAS removal and destruction first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNetmore Group acquires Everynet
Netmore Group has acquired the assets and operations of Everynet, a LoRaWAN network operator headquartered in Delft, Netherlands and with offices throughout Europe, North and South America, and Asia. The […] The post Netmore Group acquires Everynet first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration supplies membrane modules to Grinviro Biotekno Indonesia for advanced water treatment
NX Filtration has received an order from Grinviro Biotekno Indonesia, a water and wastewater management company based in Indonesia, for hollow fibre nanofiltration membrane modules (HFNF), designed to treat city […] The post NX Filtration supplies membrane modules to Grinviro Biotekno Indonesia for advanced water treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVerder Liquids unveil new peristaltic pump, adding to their Verderflex Dura family
Pump manufacturer Verder Liquids has announced the launch of the Verderflex Dura 60, the latest to their line of durable peristaltic pumps. Engineered with precision and built for reliability, the […] The post Verder Liquids unveil new peristaltic pump, adding to their Verderflex Dura family first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreInvesting in Gen Z: Crucial for a sustainable future
By Astrid Nørgaard Friis, head of group sustainability, external relations & communications and group vice-president, Grundfos The next generations, Gen Z and Gen Alpha, are being dubbed the anxious generations, […] The post Investing in Gen Z: Crucial for a sustainable future first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYokogawa Electric enters sales partnership with Sensyn Robotics
Yokogawa Electric has announced a sales partnership agreement with Tokyo-based Sensyn Robotics to provide drone-related services to customers across a range of industries. Sensyn Core, an application development platform provided […] The post Yokogawa Electric enters sales partnership with Sensyn Robotics first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreST Engineering’s smart water solution to digitalise water management in Brazil
ST Engineering has announced that its Urban Solutions business will be deploying its smart water platform for Aegea, one of Brazil’s largest private sanitation companies providing services to over 500 […] The post ST Engineering’s smart water solution to digitalise water management in Brazil first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMemsift Innovations secures breakthrough graphene membrane technology
Singapore-based Memsift Innovations has entered into a technology transfer agreement with Singapore’s Ngee Ann Polytechnic pertaining to a graphene membrane technology. The technology involves what is said to be a […] The post Memsift Innovations secures breakthrough graphene membrane technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem technology field investigations by 90%, enhancing operations and customer satisfaction with near real-time data
Fort Worth Water’s implementation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) has reportedly led to a 90% reduction in field investigations and more than US$1m in cost savings with Xylem technology. The utility enabled […] The post Xylem technology field investigations by 90%, enhancing operations and customer satisfaction with near real-time data first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem appoints Meredith Emmerich to lead applied water segment
Xylem has named Meredith Emmerich as the senior vice-president and president for applied water, effective 21 Oct. Emmerich will join Xylem’s senior leadership team, reporting to the president and CEO, […] The post Xylem appoints Meredith Emmerich to lead applied water segment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndo Waste & Recycling 2025 visits Vietnam
Indo Waste & Recycling 2025 Expo & Forum, one of Indonesia’s leading international waste and recycling technology and solution events, is set to visit Vietnam from 16-19 Oct 2024 in […] The post Indo Waste & Recycling 2025 visits Vietnam first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSeeq and AVEVA partner up to provide enterprise data management services, analytics and AI
Seeq, a company specialised in industrial analytics, AI, and enterprise monitoring, has announced a strategic partnership with AVEVA, a global specialist in industrial software. Core to the partnership is the […] The post Seeq and AVEVA partner up to provide enterprise data management services, analytics and AI first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies to grow three times faster than the market
Veolia is positioned to ensure growth of 6-10% per year by capitalising on the anticipated expansion of the water technology market which is estimated to be growing steadily by 2-3% […] The post Veolia Water Technologies to grow three times faster than the market first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia targets €1bn in revenue by 2030 in the fight against micropollutants with BeyondPFAS launch
At its Deep Dive ‘New Solutions for Water’ conference in Oroszlány, Budapest, Hungary, on 17 Oct 2024, Veolia announced its aims to generate sales of €1bn in the fight against […] The post Veolia targets €1bn in revenue by 2030 in the fight against micropollutants with BeyondPFAS launch first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreForeverGone removes PFAS in industrial and municipal applications
Global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment Gradiant has created ForeverGone to reduce per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to levels below regulatory limits and destroy the resulting PFAS […] The post ForeverGone removes PFAS in industrial and municipal applications first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSabesp from Brazil wins water and wastewater category in Bentley Systems’ Going Digital Awards 2024
Basic Sanitation Utility Company of the State of São Paulo — Sabesp — INTEGRA 4.0 cultural transformation through digitalisation, São Paulo, Brazil has won the water and wastewater category at […] The post Sabesp from Brazil wins water and wastewater category in Bentley Systems’ Going Digital Awards 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant’s ForeverGone “quantifiably proven” to remove and destroy PFAS in industrial and municipal applications
Gradiant, a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment, has announced a milestone in the fight against PFAS contamination. Working with contaminated industrial, municipal, and landfill waters, ForeverGone has […] The post Gradiant’s ForeverGone “quantifiably proven” to remove and destroy PFAS in industrial and municipal applications first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies opens new Life Science Centre of Excellence in Dublin
Veolia Water Technologies has announced the opening of its new Life Science Centre of Excellence near Dublin, Ireland. At over 743m2, the facility houses a dedicated customer showroom experience, featuring […] The post Veolia Water Technologies opens new Life Science Centre of Excellence in Dublin first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePuraffinity appoints new chief technology officer
Puraffinity, which develops precision technologies to remove toxic “forever chemicals” perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from water, has appointed Jessica Middlemiss as chief technology officer (CTO). Jessica joins from Matter, […] The post Puraffinity appoints new chief technology officer first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration supplies membrane modules to water treatment plant in Saudi Arabia
NX Filtration, a developer of advanced hollow fiber membrane technology, has announced its collaboration with Kindasa Water Services (KWS), a private potable water supply company in Saudi Arabia. Established in […] The post NX Filtration supplies membrane modules to water treatment plant in Saudi Arabia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More“Women suffer in silence”, said new British Water podcast
A new monthly podcast Beneath the Surface from trade association British Water shines a spotlight on the urgent need for greater diversity and inclusion in the water sector. The first […] The post “Women suffer in silence”, said new British Water podcast first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndo Water a success; slight changes to 2025 edition
Indo Water, Indo Waste & Recycling, Indo Renergy & Electric, Indo Security, Indo Firex, and Indonesia International Smart City 2024 Expo & Forum came to a conclusion on 20 Sep […] The post Indo Water a success; slight changes to 2025 edition first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreStudy reveals zooplankton play limited role in cleaning contaminated water
Scientists at the University of Texas at El Paso and Stanford University found out that the natural community of zooplankton — tiny, aquatic animals known to graze on bacteria — […] The post Study reveals zooplankton play limited role in cleaning contaminated water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant honoured as winner of NextGen Tech 30 award
Gradiant, a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment, has been named a winner of the NextGen Tech 30 award, announced at the SGX Securities Market Open on […] The post Gradiant honoured as winner of NextGen Tech 30 award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More2024 Ecolab Watermark study reveals water concerns shift consumer buying behaviour
Ecolab, a global sustainability firm offering water solutions and services, has announced findings from its second annual Watermark Study, which reports on the state of water stewardship around the world. […] The post 2024 Ecolab Watermark study reveals water concerns shift consumer buying behaviour first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia delivers water and wastewater facilities to Suzano’s new plant in Brazil
Veolia has delivered advanced industrial and demineralised water and effluent treatment facilities pulp producer Suzano’s new plant in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. This plant is set to be “the […] The post Veolia delivers water and wastewater facilities to Suzano’s new plant in Brazil first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGreat Neck Water Pollution Control increases efficiency with Xylem Technology
New York’s Great Neck Water Pollution Control District has taken a step to optimise their wastewater management systems and equipment by partnering with Xylem. The wastewater district has chosen to […] The post Great Neck Water Pollution Control increases efficiency with Xylem Technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) 2024 hosts 21 international pavilions
The 26th Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) will feature 21 international pavilions from various countries. Organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), WETEX runs from 1-3 Oct […] The post Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) 2024 hosts 21 international pavilions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDRA releases nominees for 2024-2026 Board of Directors
The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) has announced the nominees for the 2024-2026 Board of Directors, Term 21. A total 26 nominees have been selected. Out of which, 6 […] The post IDRA releases nominees for 2024-2026 Board of Directors first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNijhuis Saur Industries and Jotem roll out BODAC technology to deliver ultrapure water
Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI) and Jotem Water Solutions have signed a license agreement with NieuWater — a subsidiary of the Dutch water authority Vechtstromen — to globally roll out BODAC […] The post Nijhuis Saur Industries and Jotem roll out BODAC technology to deliver ultrapure water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNEWater Visitor Centre and Bedok NEWater Factory officially close, Singapore progresses towards a three-node used water management system by 2035
PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency commemorated the closure of NEWater Visitor Centre (NVC) and Bedok NEWater Factory (BNF) with a closing ceremony on 27 Sep 2024. The event, graced by […] The post NEWater Visitor Centre and Bedok NEWater Factory officially close, Singapore progresses towards a three-node used water management system by 2035 first appeared […]
Read MoreCoastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute (CFI) Singapore signs MoU with industry partners at inaugural symposium
CFI Singapore has partnered with five companies — Chip Eng Seng Corporation, CPG Corporation, Fugro, Kajima and Integral Omni Inspire — to promote joint R&D activities in technology translation for […] The post Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute (CFI) Singapore signs MoU with industry partners at inaugural symposium first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreGradiant’s ProtiumSource — an electrolyser-ready water solution for green hydrogen producers
Global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment Gradiant has launched ProtiumSource — an end-to-end solution for electrolyser-ready water. ProtiumSource lets producers focus on green hydrogen, not source water. […] The post Gradiant’s ProtiumSource — an electrolyser-ready water solution for green hydrogen producers first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAgua Segura and Agrow Analytics launch Wakais — a platform for collective action in water management
Launched during World Water Week 2024 in Stockholm, Wakais is a new platform aimed at fostering collective action in water stewardship launched by B Corp Agua Segura and data-driven solutions […] The post Agua Segura and Agrow Analytics launch Wakais — a platform for collective action in water management first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreiPUMPNET wins Economic Times Infra Focus award 2024 for best brand in water technology
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has unveiled iPUMPNET — a solution developed by Pump Academy — at the 8th India Water Week expo at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, India, on […] The post iPUMPNET wins Economic Times Infra Focus award 2024 for best brand in water technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAddressing water scarcity preliminary programme at IDRA World Congress 2024
The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) has announced the preliminary programme to address water scarcity, hosted by the Department of Energy, Abu Dhabi. The world congress includes a high-level […] The post Addressing water scarcity preliminary programme at IDRA World Congress 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEpisode 1: Rod Naylor, GHD
In this interview, GHD global water lead Rod Naylor discusses the crucial role of water in connecting communities, economies, and ecosystems while emphasising the need for sustainability amidst growing climate […] The post Episode 1: Rod Naylor, GHD first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVerder acquires Sauermann
Global technology group in advanced pumping and scientific solutions Verder has acquired Sauermann — a supplier in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) market. This acquisition marks Verder’s […] The post Verder acquires Sauermann first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont FilmTec NF membranes win 2024 Sustainability Technology of the Year
DuPont FilmTec nanofiltration (NF) membrane portfolio has been named the 2024 Sustainable Technology of the Year at the Global Sustainability and ESG Awards. Hosted by Sustainability LIVE, the award celebrates […] The post DuPont FilmTec NF membranes win 2024 Sustainability Technology of the Year first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCOP29 to establish the position of Water for Climate ambassador
The 29th UN Climate Change conference (COP29) will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan from 11-22 Nov 2024. Azerbaijan is directly impacted by the shrinking of the Caspian Sea — an […] The post COP29 to establish the position of Water for Climate ambassador first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreClimate Fund Managers (CFM) enters the Philippines with minority acquisition in Tubig Pilipinas
Climate-centric blended finance investment manager CFM unveiled its inaugural investment in the Philippines — the acquisition of a minority stake in Tubig Pilipinas — a clean water platform providing essential […] The post Climate Fund Managers (CFM) enters the Philippines with minority acquisition in Tubig Pilipinas first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndo Water opens, aligning with nation’s vision to achieve 100% safe drinking water access in 2045
Indo Water — part of the Indonesia International Smart City (IISMEX) 2024 — officially opened, taking place from 18-20 Sep 2024 at Jakarta International Expo (JI Expo) Kemayoran, Indonesia. The […] The post Indo Water opens, aligning with nation’s vision to achieve 100% safe drinking water access in 2045 first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreIndo Water 2024 hosts a site visit to a regional water utility company in Indonesia
Indo Water 2024 — organised by Napindo Media Ashatam — held an exclusive site visit to Perumdam Tirta Kerta Raharja (TKR) of Tangerang regency. This visit, conducted a day before […] The post Indo Water 2024 hosts a site visit to a regional water utility company in Indonesia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreJacobi Carbons unveils coconut shell-based AddSorb OX-Series
Supporting its ‘GO GREEN’ initiative, Jacobi Carbons is introducing a refined AddSorb OX-Series, a coconut-shell based replacement for AddSorb Sulfox, Jacobi’s original coal-based product for hydrogen sulphide removal. Available in […] The post Jacobi Carbons unveils coconut shell-based AddSorb OX-Series first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDe Nora launches line of optimised SORB FX vessels for PFAS removal
De Nora — an Italian multinational company specialised in electrochemical technologies and the green hydrogen industry — has announced its line of SORB FX vessels to deliver enhanced per- and […] The post De Nora launches line of optimised SORB FX vessels for PFAS removal first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHer Majesty Queen Máxima opens NX Filtration membrane factory in Netherlands
Her Majesty Queen Máxima officially opened the new membrane factory of NX Filtration in Hengelo, Netherlands. She was accompanied by the company’s founder Prof Erik Roesink, CEO Floris Jan Cuypers, […] The post Her Majesty Queen Máxima opens NX Filtration membrane factory in Netherlands first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong contributes to expansion of deep lake water cooling system
Armstrong Fluid Technology participated in the expansion of the Enwave Energy Corporation deep lake water cooling (DLWC) system that provides clean energy services to buildings in downtown Toronto, Canada via […] The post Armstrong contributes to expansion of deep lake water cooling system first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePuraffinity appoints new CEO and secures £6.73m to ramp up global growth
Puraffinity — a startup developing precision technologies which remove per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from water — has announced plans to scale, following the appointment of Vincent Caillaud as its […] The post Puraffinity appoints new CEO and secures £6.73m to ramp up global growth first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia September/October 2024
“Balancing cost, risk and performance of the assets is the signature expertise of Tigernix’s system” Barriers and blessings of Bangladesh’s water infrastructure Ramboll’s multidisciplinary approach in Asia The post Water & Wastewater Asia September/October 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWaterEquity raises US$100m for new impact fund focused on climate-resilient water and sanitation infrastructure
WaterEquity — an asset manager dedicated to financing water and sanitation solutions in emerging and frontier markets — has raised more than US$100m for its Water and Climate Resilience fund. […] The post WaterEquity raises US$100m for new impact fund focused on climate-resilient water and sanitation infrastructure first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater, Wastewater and Environmental Monitoring (WWEM) 2024 arrives in the UK this October
The 11th edition of WWEM 2024 will take place from 9-10 Oct 2024 at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, UK. It is said to be the most expansive […] The post Water, Wastewater and Environmental Monitoring (WWEM) 2024 arrives in the UK this October first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems acquires 3D geospatial company Cesium
Infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems has acquired 3D geospatial company Cesium. Cesium is recognised as the foundational open platform for creating 3D geospatial applications, and its 3D Tiles open […] The post Bentley Systems acquires 3D geospatial company Cesium first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIdrica’s analysis of NRW losses in the Middle East
The Middle East suffers groundwater depletion with high extraction rates. Countries such as Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, Palestine and Egypt have some of the world’s highest rates of non-revenue water (NRW). […] The post Idrica’s analysis of NRW losses in the Middle East first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreKMX Technologies closes investment round and accelerates commercialisation
KMX Technologies has closed an over-subscribed investment round from water and mineral investors. The round was led by PureTerra Ventures with funds from the European Investment Fund (EIF), and included […] The post KMX Technologies closes investment round and accelerates commercialisation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorebNovate Technologies’ new distribution partnership to help address water crisis in Malaysia
Water monitoring solutions company bNovate Technologies has partnered with Malaysian environmental solutions provider Greenson Technology. This agreement marks bNovate’s second major partnership in Asia, following its initial partnership with MattenPlant. […] The post bNovate Technologies’ new distribution partnership to help address water crisis in Malaysia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos and Yeong Chin Machinery join forces to transform Taiwan’s machine tools industry
Global pump solutions and water technology group Grundfos has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Yeong Chin Machinery (YCM) Industries, to expedite the transition to intelligent and energy-efficient systems […] The post Grundfos and Yeong Chin Machinery join forces to transform Taiwan’s machine tools industry first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater innovation knowledge-sharing vision by Spring Innovation and Ofwat published
A knowledge-sharing vision and set of best practice principles have been created by Spring Innovation and Ofwat. Spring — the UK water innovation centre of excellence — partnered with the […] The post Water innovation knowledge-sharing vision by Spring Innovation and Ofwat published first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSaskatchewan city in Canada modernises utility operations using Xylem Technology
North Battleford deployed smart water meters and the Sensus FlexNet communication network to modernise operations and address water loss. The city’s utility team leverages the system’s real-time data to implement […] The post Saskatchewan city in Canada modernises utility operations using Xylem Technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTurning wave power into freshwater using advanced offshore desalination technology
Norwegian cleantech group Ocean Oasis will turn seawater into freshwater using renewable wave power to address water scarcity issues on the Canary Islands. Situated off the west coast of Africa, […] The post Turning wave power into freshwater using advanced offshore desalination technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUK project to reduce PFAS pollution is awarded Stockholm Junior Water Prize
Christopher Whitfield and Wenqi Zhao from the UK received the Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2024 for their work on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) pollution in the Thames Basin. Crown […] The post UK project to reduce PFAS pollution is awarded Stockholm Junior Water Prize first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater Authority of Fiji (WAF) deploys Gentrack on AWS to drive business transformation
Gentrack, a provider of next gen solutions for utilities, has completed a major transformation project at the WAF. This milestone is said to provide a future-proofed cloud platform for improved […] The post Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) deploys Gentrack on AWS to drive business transformation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreImproving infrastructure planning is essential to delivery in the UK
Ahead of her keynote address to the Water Industry Forum (WIF) in Leeds, UK, on 25 Sep 2024 — Sharon Darcy, chairman of the Linear Infrastructure Planning Panel (LIPP) and […] The post Improving infrastructure planning is essential to delivery in the UK first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew study shows need for better understanding of microbiomes in domestic hot water installations
A new seminal study led by microbiologist Prof Thomas Egli, has brought to light the unexpected microbial communities thriving within domestic hot water boilers. Discovering that hot water boilers are […] The post New study shows need for better understanding of microbiomes in domestic hot water installations first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIWA World Water Congress and Exhibition 2024 comes to a close
The International Water Association (IWA) 2024 World Water Congress and Exhibition (WWCE) ran from 11-15 Aug 2024 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, Canada, marking the end of […] The post IWA World Water Congress and Exhibition 2024 comes to a close first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong’s new Design Envelope Tango ensures service during maintenance
Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced new, larger sizes of the Design Envelope Tango — a compact, low-carbon dual pump that ensures uninterrupted service, even during maintenance. It includes two motors […] The post Armstrong’s new Design Envelope Tango ensures service during maintenance first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGericke’s skid system removes pharmaceutical and cosmetic residues in wastewater treatment
Powder processing solutions company Gericke has launched its new skid system designed for the processing of powdered activated carbon applied in activated sludge (PACAS) in wastewater treatment applications. Bas Derks, […] The post Gericke’s skid system removes pharmaceutical and cosmetic residues in wastewater treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFinalists of Bentley Systems’ 2024 Going Digital Awards announced
Bentley Systems — the infrastructure engineering software company — has announced the finalists of the 2024 Going Digital Awards. The annual awards event honours the extraordinary work of Bentley’s global users, showcasing how […] The post Finalists of Bentley Systems’ 2024 Going Digital Awards announced first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More2024 IWA Project Innovation Awards (PIA) results
The overall Global Grand Innovation Award winner went to the Committee of China Concept Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and CSD Water Service at the International Water Association (IWA)’s Project Innovation […] The post 2024 IWA Project Innovation Awards (PIA) results first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUS$5.9m Zayed Sustainability Prize demonstrates global reach with over 5,900 submissions
The $5.9m Zayed Sustainability Prize — the UAE’s global award for sustainability and humanitarianism — has officially closed entries for its 2025 awards cycle. The winners will be announced at […] The post US$5.9m Zayed Sustainability Prize demonstrates global reach with over 5,900 submissions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More“Gardner Denver’s BM200 meets the wastewater treatment market demands in South East Asia”
By Amira Yunos Robin Tan, director — blower, vacuum and transport, South East Asia, Ingersoll Rand Group, shares how the BM200 series fulfils the industry needs in Asia-Pacific. At Ingersoll […] The post “Gardner Denver’s BM200 meets the wastewater treatment market demands in South East Asia” first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndo Water 2024 to advance the water sector in Indonesia
Indo Water — together with Indo Waste and Recycling, Indo Renergy and Electric, Indo Security, and Indo Firex — is part of Indonesia’s integrated technology event, which will take place […] The post Indo Water 2024 to advance the water sector in Indonesia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBlowChem to boost mineral water production in Ghana
BlowChem has purchased an 80,000 barrels per hour (bph) still water production line from German packaging and bottling machine manufacturer Krones for Bel Aqua mineral water — which is expected […] The post BlowChem to boost mineral water production in Ghana first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOTT HydroMet remote datalogger shortlisted for WWEM award
OTT HydroMet’s XLink datalogger has been shortlisted for the ‘Most Innovative Water Monitoring Solution’ award at the Water, Wastewater and Environmental Monitoring (WWEM) conference and exhibition 2024. XLink is a […] The post OTT HydroMet remote datalogger shortlisted for WWEM award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater.org’s new initiative WaterConnect develops climate-resilient water and sanitation infrastructure
An initiative of global nonprofit Water.org, WaterConnect aims to bridge the lack of investment-ready water and sanitation infrastructure projects in emerging markets. The new venture is developing investment-ready projects that […] The post Water.org’s new initiative WaterConnect develops climate-resilient water and sanitation infrastructure first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNational Day Special: Yokogawa’s 50th anniversary in Singapore
By Amira Yunos President and CEO of Yokogawa Engineering Asia, Chay Kin Wah, and regional business development manager, Puranut Wisutjindaporn (Pong), discuss the group’s renewed sustainability direction. In its golden […] The post National Day Special: Yokogawa’s 50th anniversary in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant’s sales growth over US$500m in new orders for H1 2024
Global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment Gradiant has closed the first half of 2024 with over $500m in new orders, continuing the momentum from a record Q1 […] The post Gradiant’s sales growth over US$500m in new orders for H1 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant’s new AI spinout Turing launches TOP Clear
As a spinout from Gradiant — the global solutions provider for water and wastewater treatment — Turing, an artificial intelligence (AI) technology for water treatment and water networks group, will […] The post Gradiant’s new AI spinout Turing launches TOP Clear first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePcVue platform supervises water management at the largest dam in Indonesia
Situated in the province of Banten, an hour’s drive from Jakarta, Indonesia — a crucial infrastructure for the area is the Karian dam which testifies the nation’s commitment to water […] The post PcVue platform supervises water management at the largest dam in Indonesia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBio-UV group offers through life-warranty for all bio-sea water treatment systems
To further support shipowners in the management of their ballast waters ahead of the entry into force this September of the D-2 compliance requirements, France-based BIO-UV group has introduced a […] The post Bio-UV group offers through life-warranty for all bio-sea water treatment systems first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFluxGen collaborates with Microsoft to accelerate water replenishment in India
FluxGen Sustainable Technologies, a provider of artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT)-powered industrial water management solutions, has collaborated with Microsoft to advance water replenishment initiatives at St Martha’s […] The post FluxGen collaborates with Microsoft to accelerate water replenishment in India first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSpain tourism leads water digitalisation with Xylem Vue powered by GoAigua
According to Idrica, smart monitoring with Internet of Things (IoT), integrated management systems with artificial intelligence (AI) and big data, gray water reuse technologies and smart irrigation systems are water […] The post Spain tourism leads water digitalisation with Xylem Vue powered by GoAigua first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDr Thomas Buer succeeds Dr Manfred Jagiella as managing director at Endress+Hauser Liquid Analysis
Moving from Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions, Dr Thomas Buer will become the new managing director of Endress+Hauser Liquid Analysis on 1 Oct 2024. He succeeds Dr Manfred Jagiella, who […] The post Dr Thomas Buer succeeds Dr Manfred Jagiella as managing director at Endress+Hauser Liquid Analysis first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYokogawa recognised as a leader in the Verdantix green quadrant APM solutions report
Yokogawa Electric Corporation has been recognised as a leader in the Green Quadrant asset performance management (APM) solutions 2024 report prepared by Verdantix, an independent research and advisory firm. This […] The post Yokogawa recognised as a leader in the Verdantix green quadrant APM solutions report first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHamed Heyhat is Grundfos new executive vice-president and CEO of water utility
Global group in advanced pump solutions and water technology Grundfos has appointed Hamed Heyhat as executive vice-president and divisional CEO of its water utility division. Heyhat is committed to guiding […] The post Hamed Heyhat is Grundfos new executive vice-president and CEO of water utility first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreQueen Máxima opens NX Filtration water transition factory in the Netherlands
Her Majesty Queen Máxima and NX Filtration founder and CTO Prof Erik Roesink will officiate the opening of its new water filtration technology factory on 11 Sep 2024 in Hengelo, […] The post Queen Máxima opens NX Filtration water transition factory in the Netherlands first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAlmar Water Solutions expands in Asia-Pacific region through partnership with Moya Indonesia
Almar Water Solutions — a business in developing and managing water infrastructure and services — and part of Jameel Environmental Services, is expanding its geographical presence in the Asia-Pacific market […] The post Almar Water Solutions expands in Asia-Pacific region through partnership with Moya Indonesia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHigh school and university teams take top prize in 2024 Xylem Global Student Innovation Challenge
Global water technology group Xylem has announced that teams from the Philippines and Algeria were the grand prize winners of its 2024 Xylem Global Student Innovation Challenge. The annual programme […] The post High school and university teams take top prize in 2024 Xylem Global Student Innovation Challenge first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCla-Val introduces Cla-Cover, aluminium enclosures to protect control valves
The Cla-Val company introduces Cla-Cover, an aluminium enclosure designed to protect Cla-Val automatic control valves (ACVs) from the elements and prevent theft and vandalising of equipment. “Cla-Covers are rugged and […] The post Cla-Val introduces Cla-Cover, aluminium enclosures to protect control valves first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreZenit Group officially becomes part of Tsurumi Manufacturing
The agreement signed on 15 Jul 2024 formalises the acquisition of Zenit International, the holding company of Zenit Group, by Tsurumi Manufacturing, a multinational company in the production and distribution […] The post Zenit Group officially becomes part of Tsurumi Manufacturing first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAPEM water quality monitoring project wins Water Industry Award
APEM Group has been announced as the winner of the ‘Pollution Mitigation Initiative of the Year’ category at the Water Industry Awards, in recognition of the company’s continuous water quality […] The post APEM water quality monitoring project wins Water Industry Award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRomanian utility tackles water losses with advanced data analytics
ApaVital — a Romanian water utility which serves more than half a million people in Iasi, Romania — will apply intelligent data integration software to optimise 4,000km of pipeline to […] The post Romanian utility tackles water losses with advanced data analytics first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreClimate Fund Managers (CFM) invests in CA Water to advance clean water supply in Vietnam
Climate-centric blended finance fund manager CFM announced a US$27m investment in Vietnamese water infrastructure developer and operator CA Water via its Climate Investor Two (CI2) fund. The investment will accelerate […] The post Climate Fund Managers (CFM) invests in CA Water to advance clean water supply in Vietnam first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFirst OSMOSUN desalination plant commissioned in Morocco
OSMOSUN, a provider of solar-powered seawater and brackish water desalination solutions, announced the commissioning of its first solar desalination plant in Morocco. The freshwater produced by this plant installed in […] The post First OSMOSUN desalination plant commissioned in Morocco first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFloris Jan Cuypers is new NX Filtration CEO, and group’s revenues up 57% YOY
Global provider of hollow fibre nanofiltration (HFNF) technology NX Filtration has appointed Floris Jan Cuypers as new CEO as per 1 Sep 2024. Cuypers is succeeding Jeroen Pynenburg, who will […] The post Floris Jan Cuypers is new NX Filtration CEO, and group’s revenues up 57% YOY first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreExclusive Interview: “The water industry has a key role to play in mitigating climate change”
By Amira Yunos SUEZ chairman and CEO Sabrina Soussan champions the group’s expertise, solutions and ambitions to address the global climate challenges. At Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) 2024, SUEZ […] The post Exclusive Interview: “The water industry has a key role to play in mitigating climate change” first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSaur strengthens presence in Asia with acquisition of IWE Malaysia
Water infrastructure investor, operator, and technology provider Saur has announced the acquisition of IWE Malaysia, a company specialising in innovative water treatment solutions. This acquisition — executed by Nijhuis Saur […] The post Saur strengthens presence in Asia with acquisition of IWE Malaysia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies provides Katara Cultural Village with water reuse facility in Qatar
Veolia Water Technologies (VWT) Qatar and Katara Project have collaborated to build the first water reuse facility of its kind in Qatar, the Treated Sewage Effluent (TSE) polishing plant with […] The post Veolia Water Technologies provides Katara Cultural Village with water reuse facility in Qatar first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUS Stockholm Junior Water Prize names Bernstein Winner
Justin Bernstein of Connecticut has been named the national winner of the 2024 US Stockholm Junior Water Prize (SJWP). Bernstein’s project expanded on previous research by using genetically engineered cryobacterium […] The post US Stockholm Junior Water Prize names Bernstein Winner first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAquaporin-powered purifier now available in Turkey
Turkey’s technology company, Vestel, has launched a water purifier named Vestel Rafine PRO in cooperation with Aquaporin on its website and in selected stores across Turkey. The Aquaporin Inside technology […] The post Aquaporin-powered purifier now available in Turkey first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia July/August 2024
“The water industry has a key role to play in mitigating climate change” Veolia: Driving green progress in China SIWW and CleanEnviro Summit Singapore (CESG) 2024 conclude with strengthened global alliances The post Water & Wastewater Asia July/August 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreActive Membranes receives initial round of seed funding to develop desalination technology
Active Membranes — developer of electrically-conducting membranes used in desalination — has closed its initial round of seed funding to develop its desalination technology. This investment will facilitate Active’s corporate […] The post Active Membranes receives initial round of seed funding to develop desalination technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong promotes Anish Suthesh Arul to North America regional manager
Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced that Anish Suthesh Arul has been promoted to regional manager for North America. In his new role, he will manage both the US and Canadian […] The post Armstrong promotes Anish Suthesh Arul to North America regional manager first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem expands corporate venture capital investments to US$50m, targeting water scarcity, quality, and decarbonisation
Global water technology group Xylem is expanding its corporate venture investing plans with $50m committed to support emerging companies and water services providers that solve climate challenges such as water […] The post Xylem expands corporate venture capital investments to US$50m, targeting water scarcity, quality, and decarbonisation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOsmoflo and CERAFILTEC Germany partner to expand advanced ceramic membrane solutions for water and wastewater treatment systems
Australian-based designer and fabricator of medical equipment Osmoflo and global supplier of advanced ceramic membranes CERAFILTEC Germany have announced their partnership agreement. This collaboration will leverage CERAFILTEC’s expertise as a […] The post Osmoflo and CERAFILTEC Germany partner to expand advanced ceramic membrane solutions for water and wastewater treatment systems first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreSIWW2024 hosts the largest global gathering of the urban water community, reflecting growth in South East Asia’s municipal and industrial markets
Into its 10th edition this year, the Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) 2024 had over 24,000 water and city leaders, delegates and trade visitors from across the globe. Its water […] The post SIWW2024 hosts the largest global gathering of the urban water community, reflecting growth in South East Asia’s municipal and industrial markets first […]
Read MoreOrbis signs US distribution partnership with Core & Main
Water technology group Orbis Intelligent Systems has signed a national distribution partnership with Core & Main, a brand in water infrastructure solutions. This collaboration combines Orbis’ SmartCap technology with Core […] The post Orbis signs US distribution partnership with Core & Main first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreInfoTiles partners with Arup to maximise water infrastructure value
Digital analytics company InfoTiles has entered a partnership with global engineering consultancy Arup to empower water and wastewater utilities to maximise the value and sustainability of crucial water infrastructure. Using […] The post InfoTiles partners with Arup to maximise water infrastructure value first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBrenntag Essentials debuted its water treatment solutions at Thai Water Expo
Global market group in chemicals and ingredients distribution Brenntag attended the Thai Water Expo 2024 for the first time, held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre in Bangkok, Thailand […] The post Brenntag Essentials debuted its water treatment solutions at Thai Water Expo first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEuropump moves to Prague for its 2025 annual meeting
The European Pump Association (Europump) has announced that its 2025 annual meeting and general assembly will be held in Prague, Czech Republic. Hosted by the Czech Pump Manufacturers Association (CPMA), […] The post Europump moves to Prague for its 2025 annual meeting first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNicholas Cumins leads as first non-family CEO of Bentley Systems
Following the CEO transition plan, Nicholas Cumins has taken charge as CEO, succeeding Greg Bentley, the eldest of the five brothers who founded Bentley Systems. Greg Bentley is now executive […] The post Nicholas Cumins leads as first non-family CEO of Bentley Systems first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration receives orders from Thermax for various NF and UF water projects in India
Global group in advanced hollow fibre membrane technology NX Filtration has added Thermax — an Indian multinational engineering company involved in clean air, clean energy and clean water — to […] The post NX Filtration receives orders from Thermax for various NF and UF water projects in India first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew Landia pumps continue to provide long-term solutions in Ireland
Landia has won a series of new orders in the municipal wastewater industry, including the supply of 16 Axial pumps to a wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) in Ireland. Specified in […] The post New Landia pumps continue to provide long-term solutions in Ireland first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSingapore’s NEWater visitor centre and Bedok NEWater factory to close on 31 Jul 2024
The NEWater visitor centre (NVC) in Bedok, Singapore will be closing its doors on 31 Jul 2024 after more than two decades of promoting water sustainability. The adjacent Bedok NEWater […] The post Singapore’s NEWater visitor centre and Bedok NEWater factory to close on 31 Jul 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos joins top 1% of sustainable companies globally with EcoVadis’ platinum medal rating
Global group in advanced pump solutions and water technology Grundfos has achieved platinum medal rating from EcoVadis. This recognition places Grundfos in the top 1% of companies rated worldwide when […] The post Grundfos joins top 1% of sustainable companies globally with EcoVadis’ platinum medal rating first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreROTEC FR-RO to produce UPW for second semiconductor plant in the Philippines, achieving 93% recovery rate
A Japanese multinational corporation that specialises in the development and manufacturing of electronic components will use ROTEC Flow Reversal Reverse Osmosis (FR-RO) technology to produce ultrapure water (UPW) for its […] The post ROTEC FR-RO to produce UPW for second semiconductor plant in the Philippines, achieving 93% recovery rate first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreMemsift and Angstroms join forces to recover lithium from Korean secondary cell industries
Singapore-based Memsift Innovations and Korea’s Angstroms partner to recover lithium from Korea’s secondary cell industrial liquid-wastes, including effluents from lithium-ion battery recycling facilities. This new agreement marks a next phase […] The post Memsift and Angstroms join forces to recover lithium from Korean secondary cell industries first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant launches alkaLi, powered by EC² — an instantaneous battery-grade lithium production process
Global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment Gradiant has a new spin-out of alkaLi — a standalone company dedicated to accelerating the scaling of battery-grade lithium production powered […] The post Gradiant launches alkaLi, powered by EC² — an instantaneous battery-grade lithium production process first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSIWW 2024 coastal protection and flood resilience theme garners interest locally and internationally
This year’s Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) saw exchanges by global stakeholders on best practices on flood mitigation and coastal protection, under the new pillar of climate adaptation. At the […] The post SIWW 2024 coastal protection and flood resilience theme garners interest locally and internationally first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMattenPlant seals trio of strategic agreements at SIWW
MattenPlant — a Singapore-based specialist in both municipal and industrial process water and wastewater treatment — has signed three milestone partnerships at Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) 2024. The agreements […] The post MattenPlant seals trio of strategic agreements at SIWW first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSUEZ wins three new water projects in Asia
Global group in circular solutions for water and waste management SUEZ has announced three new projects in Asia at Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) 2024, demonstrating its approach to water […] The post SUEZ wins three new water projects in Asia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDe Nora highlights APAC projects and PFAS technologies at SIWW
Italian multinational company specialising in sustainable electrochemical, water treatment technologies and in the emerging green hydrogen industry — De Nora showcases its work across multiple collaborative projects, to improve the […] The post De Nora highlights APAC projects and PFAS technologies at SIWW first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorebNovate Technologies and MattenPlant sign distribution agreement to enhance water safety across Asia
In a move set to revolutionise water safety across Asia, Switzerland’s bNovate Technologies which provides rapid monitoring and analysis of water sealed its first partnership in Asia, appointing Singapore’s MattenPlant […] The post bNovate Technologies and MattenPlant sign distribution agreement to enhance water safety across Asia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRSK launches Water Data Exchange for utilities, policymakers and academia at SIWW
RSK Group has launched the Water Data Exchange — a global digital platform for water utilities to share water demand and consumption insights to achieving water efficiency against the backdrop […] The post RSK launches Water Data Exchange for utilities, policymakers and academia at SIWW first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSchneider Electric and MattenPlant sign MoU to advance wastewater sustainability challenges for tropical climates
Digital transformation of energy management and automation group Schneider Electric and local wastewater treatment specialist MattenPlant has joined a first-of-a-kind collaboration to incubate technology in Singapore to improve resilience of […] The post Schneider Electric and MattenPlant sign MoU to advance wastewater sustainability challenges for tropical climates first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreENOWA and Nanostone Water to sign MoU at SIWW
ENOWA and Nanostone Water (NSW) will collaborate on ceramic ultrafiltration (CUF) membrane application for brine mining in Neom, Saudi Arabia. The signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will […] The post ENOWA and Nanostone Water to sign MoU at SIWW first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUKWIR CEO Steve Kaye steps down
UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) has announced that CEO Steve Kaye will be stepping down in November 2024. Richard Warneford, UKWIR chairman, will lead the search for Kaye’s replacement. Warneford […] The post UKWIR CEO Steve Kaye steps down first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater sector veteran Ralph Exton is new WEF director
The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has appointed Ralph Exton as its new executive director, effective 15 Jul 2024. “The board of trustees is excited for Ralph to take the helm […] The post Water sector veteran Ralph Exton is new WEF director first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDr Torsten Wintergerste joins CERAFILTEC as new CEO
Dr Torsten Wintergerste has been announced as the new CEO of CERAFILTEC, starting officially on 1 Jul 2024. During his tenure as president of Sulzer Chemtech — the global group […] The post Dr Torsten Wintergerste joins CERAFILTEC as new CEO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreST Engineering launches BrightCity smart water solution to help cities transform water infrastructures
Singaporean multinational technology and engineering group ST Engineering’s Urban Solutions business has launched BrightCity, a suite of integrated smart water advanced meter infrastructure (AMI) solutions. Its product suite will be […] The post ST Engineering launches BrightCity smart water solution to help cities transform water infrastructures first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYokogawa acquires BaxEnergy, a provider of renewable energy management solutions
Yokogawa Electric Corporation has acquired BaxEnergy, a provider of renewable energy management solutions (REMS). This acquisition will provide Yokogawa with a range of solutions that have been adopted by major […] The post Yokogawa acquires BaxEnergy, a provider of renewable energy management solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater tech fund PureTerra Ventures invests in Sudoc’s alternative water treatment applications
Sustainable chemical company Sudoc has received capital commitment worth US$4m from water tech fund PureTerra Ventures, and its backer European Investment Fund (EIF), as it prepares to launch its product […] The post Water tech fund PureTerra Ventures invests in Sudoc’s alternative water treatment applications first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDoubling down on improving water resilience
By: Rick Holland, regional managing director, APAC – water utility and executive director, Grundfos Australia 2024 has already seen a cascade of extreme weather events — from devastating floods in […] The post Doubling down on improving water resilience first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVietwater 2024 welcomes 450 companies from over 25 countries in November
Vietwater 2024 — the 15th Vietnam’s international water supply, sanitation, water resources and purification event — will return from 6-8 Nov 2024 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC). […] The post Vietwater 2024 welcomes 450 companies from over 25 countries in November first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem scales sustainability impacts with new water stewardship commitments
Global water technology group Xylem is expanding its sustainability commitments with new 2030 water stewardship goals, following the company’s combination with Evoqua. Xylem’s 2030 goals include enabling its customers to […] The post Xylem scales sustainability impacts with new water stewardship commitments first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLocal company Newshore Solutions joins Thordon Bearings’ network of authorised distributors
Singapore-based NewShore Solutions has become the latest addition to Thordon Bearings’ network of authorised distributors, with responsibility for increasing the Canadian bearing and seal manufacturer’s presence in both Singapore and […] The post Local company Newshore Solutions joins Thordon Bearings’ network of authorised distributors first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration appoints Jan Feie Zwiers as new CFO
Global provider of hollow fibre nanofiltration (HFNF) technology NX Filtration has appointed of Jan Feie Zwiers as CFO as per 1 Aug 2024. Zwiers succeeds Mark Luttikhuis, who will step […] The post NX Filtration appoints Jan Feie Zwiers as new CFO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIFAT Munich featured Xylem Vue platform powered by GoAigua
The recent edition of IFAT Munich had more than 3,000 exhibitors from 61 countries and more than 140,000 visitors. Xylem Vue platform powered by GoAigua — a platform built on […] The post IFAT Munich featured Xylem Vue platform powered by GoAigua first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos saves 128MWh with merlin MICRO DROP direct room humidification
Grundfos has produced the MICRO DROP humidification system in electronics manufacturing to protect the sensitive electronic components from damage caused by static electricity. The previous humidification system, which was integrated […] The post Grundfos saves 128MWh with merlin MICRO DROP direct room humidification first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMISCOwater adds AqueoUS Vets as a clean water solution offering
US provider of water treatment systems AqueoUS Vets (AV) is expanding its manufacturers’ representation network by signing an agreement with MISCOwater, a United Flow Technologies company. Serving the western US […] The post MISCOwater adds AqueoUS Vets as a clean water solution offering first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos: 40 years of pioneering water solutions in Singapore
Grundfos group president and CEO Poul Due Jensen reflects on his family legacy, and how the world’s first water solutions company with approved net-zero Science-Based targets will continue to invest […] The post Grundfos: 40 years of pioneering water solutions in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSanli Environmental revenue rises 22.7% to S$130.6m
Local environmental engineering company Sanli Environmental’s financial year (FY) 2024 recorded a 22.7% increase in revenue to $130.6m from $106.4m in FY2023, attributing to its growth in both its Engineering, […] The post Sanli Environmental revenue rises 22.7% to S$130.6m first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndonesia collaborates to treat water management at 10th World Water Forum
At the 10th World Water Forum (WWF) high level meeting (HLM) in Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, President Joko Widodo highlighted the achievements of his administration in building and strengthening domestic […] The post Indonesia collaborates to treat water management at 10th World Water Forum first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNEUMAN & ESSER partners with SurfCleaner to boost water treatment
Global provider for integrated plant engineering solutions NEUMAN & ESSER has formed a partnership with Swedish tech developer SurfCleaner, to boost water treatment and sustainability across global industries. Following a […] The post NEUMAN & ESSER partners with SurfCleaner to boost water treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong promotes Andrew Harrop to global sales enablement role
Armstrong Fluid Technology has appointed Andrew Harrop as global director, regional sales enablement centres. In his new role, Harrop will oversee all Armstrong regional sales enablement centres worldwide. His responsibilities […] The post Armstrong promotes Andrew Harrop to global sales enablement role first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSolenis is best managed company for fourth consecutive year
Global producer of specialty chemicals used in water-intensive industries Solenis has been selected as 2024 Best Managed Company and a Gold Standard winner, which honours organisations that have been recognised […] The post Solenis is best managed company for fourth consecutive year first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSweetch Energy optimises zero-carbon electricity generation technology with Rockwell Automation
Global group in industrial automation and digital transformation Rockwell Automation will support the automation of Sweetch Energy’s power generation technology through the deployment of a process control system and remote […] The post Sweetch Energy optimises zero-carbon electricity generation technology with Rockwell Automation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePump Academy secures pumping station optimisation project in Bengaluru, India
Provider of pumping station solutions Pump Academy has secured a project by the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) for the optimisation of pumping station monitoring and management. The […] The post Pump Academy secures pumping station optimisation project in Bengaluru, India first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCERAFILTEC unveils FLEXX-CAP at IFAT 2024
After more than two years of product development, global group in ceramic flat membrane (CFM) technology CERAFILTEC introduced its latest product innovation, FLEXX-CAP at IFAT 2024. FLEXX-CAP harnesses enhanced fluid […] The post CERAFILTEC unveils FLEXX-CAP at IFAT 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration signs contract for the world’s largest hollow fibre nanofiltration WTP in Mexico
Global group in advanced hollow fibre membrane technology NX Filtration will supply its hollow fibre nanofiltration (HFNF) membrane modules to an indirect potable water reuse system in Mexico, marking NX […] The post NX Filtration signs contract for the world’s largest hollow fibre nanofiltration WTP in Mexico first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndoWater team attends IFAT Munich 2024
The team organising IndoWater 2024 expo and forum — held at Jakarta International expo (JI expo), Jakarta, Indonesia on 18-20 Sep 2024 — attended IFAT Munich from 13-17 May 2024 […] The post IndoWater team attends IFAT Munich 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant launches ForeverGone, the industry’s only complete PFAS removal and destruction solution
Global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment Gradiant has launched ForeverGone, which is said to be the industry’s only complete all-in-one solution to permanently remove and destroy per- and […] The post Gradiant launches ForeverGone, the industry’s only complete PFAS removal and destruction solution first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia May/June 2024
“Wastewater as a mirror of society” PUB celebrates winners of three water awards Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) 2024 Special The post Water & Wastewater Asia May/June 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies inaugurates first regeneration plant in China
Veolia Water Technologies — a subsidiary of Veolia and a specialist in water treatment technologies and services — has inaugurated its first ion exchange regeneration facility in Changshu, China, on […] The post Veolia Water Technologies inaugurates first regeneration plant in China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOvarro’s data-driven blockage detection cuts pollution in the UK
Anglian Water has applied Ovarro’s data-driven early-warning technology across all rising main sewers, so that bursts and blockages are detected before serious pollution occurs. The ‘PumpInsight’ project by Anglian Water […] The post Ovarro’s data-driven blockage detection cuts pollution in the UK first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIngersoll Rand showcases at SIWW 2024
Global provider of mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions Ingersoll Rand will showcase its energy-efficient solutions in water and wastewater treatment technologies at the upcoming Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) […] The post Ingersoll Rand showcases at SIWW 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAqua Membranes named ‘GWI Breakthrough Technology Company of the Year’
Aqua Membranes has been recognised by Global Water Intelligence (GWI) as the ‘Breakthrough Technology Company of the Year’ in the 2024 Global Water Awards. The company was selected for business […] The post Aqua Membranes named ‘GWI Breakthrough Technology Company of the Year’ first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More‘Our Blue World: A Water Odyssey’ film to premiere at Singapore International Water Week
Following a premiere in New York City, Brave Blue World Studios will be running a series of premieres around the world, including at Oz Water in Melbourne, Australia; BlueTech Forum […] The post ‘Our Blue World: A Water Odyssey’ film to premiere at Singapore International Water Week first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDanish utility Fors treats wastewater sustainably with Veolia’s Cella technology
Fors — the utility company serving the municipalities of Holbæk, Lejre and Roskilde — inaugurated on 3 May 2024 the upgraded Svinninge wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) featuring Veolia’s Cella technology. […] The post Danish utility Fors treats wastewater sustainably with Veolia’s Cella technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuperon Corporation receives export achievement certificate
Municipal water and wastewater solutions company Duperon Corporation has been awarded an export achievement certificate from the US Commercial Service, a division of the US Department of Commerce. It recognises […] The post Duperon Corporation receives export achievement certificate first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLANXESS new ion exchange resin for water softening
LANXESS is adding Lewatit S1567 Scopeblue to its portfolio of ion exchange resins. The strongly acidic cation exchange resin — which the specialty chemicals company produces in a solvent-free process […] The post LANXESS new ion exchange resin for water softening first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSUEZ signs contract for wastewater treatment with Maynilad to clean Manila Bay, Philippines
Under the auspices of the Philippine government, French based utility company SUEZ and Maynilad —the Philippines’ largest private water concessionaire — will spearhead a wastewater treatment project, establishing the Central […] The post SUEZ signs contract for wastewater treatment with Maynilad to clean Manila Bay, Philippines first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEcolab partners with ITE to harness water management knowledge for data centres in Singapore
Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, and Institute of Technical Education (ITE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on knowledge transfer, education, and hands-on experience in water management […] The post Ecolab partners with ITE to harness water management knowledge for data centres in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSADM wins WEX Global’s Innovation Water Circularity award 2024 in Monterrey, Mexico
The Xylem Vue powered by GoAigua platform implemented in the water network managed by Servicios de Agua y Drenaje de Monterrey (SADM) has brought overall water savings of 17% — […] The post SADM wins WEX Global’s Innovation Water Circularity award 2024 in Monterrey, Mexico first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration commissions fourth drinking water project in Indonesia
Global group in advanced hollow fibre membrane technology NX Filtration has commissioned its fourth drinking water project in Indonesia based on its hollow fibre nanofiltration (HFNF) membrane technology. Bayu Surya […] The post NX Filtration commissions fourth drinking water project in Indonesia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong employees initiate Earth Day activities worldwide
Armstrong Fluid Technology employees worldwide are marking Earth Day 2024 with activities aimed at cleaning up the local environment, improving sustainability and reducing carbon footprint. Planned activities range from an […] The post Armstrong employees initiate Earth Day activities worldwide first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndonesia to host 10th World Water Forum from 18-25 May 2024
The 10th World Water Forum (WWF) will be hosted by the government of Indonesia in Bali from 18-25 May 2024. Co-hosted by the World Water Council and a host city […] The post Indonesia to host 10th World Water Forum from 18-25 May 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAquatech China launches full-service exhibitor concierge service
Aquatech China has launched its exclusive Aquatech China concierge service. This service is designed to provide assistance to international exhibitors, encompassing all aspects of their participation in the show, from […] The post Aquatech China launches full-service exhibitor concierge service first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem recognised for US$1bn revolving credit facility in sustainable finance
Global water technology group Xylem has been recognised for its $1bn revolving credit facility in sustainable finance. Awarded ‘Sustainability-linked loan of the year, Americas’ by Environmental Finance magazine, the credit […] The post Xylem recognised for US$1bn revolving credit facility in sustainable finance first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFinal keynote speaker of Europump annual meeting announced
Carolynn Bernier, research engineer at CEA — the French alternative energies and atomic energy commission — and consortium coordinator of the CIRPASS project, in charge of defining the framework for […] The post Final keynote speaker of Europump annual meeting announced first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIISMEX organiser at Smart City Asia 2024
From 17-19 Apr 2024, the organiser of Indonesia International Smart City (IISMEX) 2024 — which is part of Integrated Technology Event (ITE) 2024 that features Indo Water expo and forum […] The post IISMEX organiser at Smart City Asia 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSingapore wins two awards at Global Water Awards 2024
Singapore’s National Water Agency PUB snagged two awards at the Global Water Awards 2024 held in London, UK on 16 Apr 2024. Singapore’s Changi Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) was conferred […] The post Singapore wins two awards at Global Water Awards 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCERAFILTEC marks global expansion with four new MBR projects
Ceramic flat membrane (CFM) technology company CERAFILTEC has secured four membrane bioreactor (MBR) projects with a combined capacity of 13.7MLD in February and March 2024. To satisfy the growing demand […] The post CERAFILTEC marks global expansion with four new MBR projects first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLee Kuan Yew Water Prize 2024 laureate curbs COVID-19 spread through wastewater surveillance
Prof Gertjan Medema has been awarded the Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize (LKYWP) 2024 for his contributions in wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE). The principal microbiologist at the KWR Water Research Institute […] The post Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize 2024 laureate curbs COVID-19 spread through wastewater surveillance first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMarc Luttikhuis steps down as CFO at NX Filtration
Global provider of direct nanofiltration (NF) technology for water NX Filtration has announced that CFO Marc Luttikhuis will step down as per 30 Jun 2024. Luttikhuis and the supervisory board […] The post Marc Luttikhuis steps down as CFO at NX Filtration first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem mobile technology helps US water utilities achieve compliance with new PFAS rules
A new mobile treatment system from water technology company Xylem is enabling utilities to comply with the new regulation from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which has established legally enforceable […] The post Xylem mobile technology helps US water utilities achieve compliance with new PFAS rules first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNanostone Water secures US$30m for global expansion in water filtration solutions
Water technology and solutions company Nanostone Water (NSW) has secured a US$30m investment to accelerate its expansion worldwide. This investment will help NSW transform both municipal and industrial urban water […] The post Nanostone Water secures US$30m for global expansion in water filtration solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBrioche Pasquier entrusts Veolia with new wastewater reuse unit
French industrial pastries company Brioche Pasquier has partnered with utilities company Veolia to meet its wastewater reuse needs at its site in Les Cerqueux, France. The new installation, operational since […] The post Brioche Pasquier entrusts Veolia with new wastewater reuse unit first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEG to deliver ‘sustainability’ presentation at Europump’s 2024 annual meeting
Global group in motor, drive, and asset management systems technology WEG is the headline sponsor of this year’s Europump annual meeting, taking place at De Vere Beaumont estate near Windsor, […] The post WEG to deliver ‘sustainability’ presentation at Europump’s 2024 annual meeting first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePuraffinity appoints new COO
Puraffinity, which develops precision technology for the removal of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) across water treatment applications, has appointed Pete Weaver as its COO. Weaver joins Puraffinity from digital […] The post Puraffinity appoints new COO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHUBER Technology unveils manufacturing facility in Denver, North Carolina, US
Mechanical solutions company for municipal and industrial water, wastewater, sludge treatment and energy HUBER Technology will open its manufacturing facility in the US on 17 Apr 2024, marking its commitment […] The post HUBER Technology unveils manufacturing facility in Denver, North Carolina, US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration becomes B Corp certified
The global provider of direct hollow fibre nanofiltration (NF) technology NX Filtration has officially become B Corp certified, joining a global movement of over 8,400 B Corps that pursue a […] The post NX Filtration becomes B Corp certified first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong celebrates 90th anniversary
Armstrong Fluid Technology marked its 90th anniversary this April, celebrating a milestone of longevity and innovation in the fluid-flow systems industry. Since its founding in Toronto, Canada, in 1934 by […] The post Armstrong celebrates 90th anniversary first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHydroleap partners with Biocare in Philippines
Singaporean water technology company Hydroleap has partnered with Biocare Health Resources, an in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) distributor in the Philippines. Hydroleap will power CYCLEAN — a flagship product of Biocare’s new […] The post Hydroleap partners with Biocare in Philippines first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOrganiser of Indo Renergy and Electric heads to Seoul, Korea
The organiser of Indo Renergy and Electric 2024 expo and forum Napindo Media Ashatama is at Seoul International Electric Fair and Power Generation Korea (SIEF-PGK) from 3-5 Apr 2024 at […] The post Organiser of Indo Renergy and Electric heads to Seoul, Korea first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCla-Val awards Walla Walla city, US
Manufacturer of automatic control valves Cla-Val has presented the city of Walla Walla, Washington, US, with the Smart City award in recognition of the city’s rapid adoption of new technology, […] The post Cla-Val awards Walla Walla city, US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration receives order from Delco Water for First Nations water treatment project in Canada
Canadian water treatment solutions company Delco Water has selected NX Filtration to deliver its hollow fibre nanofiltration (NF) membranes for a new water treatment plant (WTP) in Canada. This is […] The post NX Filtration receives order from Delco Water for First Nations water treatment project in Canada first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreToray operates sewage reuse demonstration plant to alleviate water shortages in India
Multinational material manufacturer Toray Industries has started demonstrating a sewage reuse system employing its water treatment membranes in Chennai, India. The project starts from May 2023 through February 2026. The […] The post Toray operates sewage reuse demonstration plant to alleviate water shortages in India first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndo Waste and Recycling 2024, in conjunction with Indo Water, signs MoU at MIECF 2024
Senior sales manager of Indo Waste and Recycling 2024 Samuel Octaviano has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum (MIECF) 2024, from 28-30 Mar […] The post Indo Waste and Recycling 2024, in conjunction with Indo Water, signs MoU at MIECF 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies expands mobile water services capabilities in Malaysia
In a bid to strengthen its support for customers in the region, Veolia Water Technologies — a subsidiary of Veolia and a specialist in water treatment technologies and services — […] The post Veolia Water Technologies expands mobile water services capabilities in Malaysia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSolenis earns third consecutive platinum EcoVadis distinction, remains among top 1% in the chemical industry
For the third consecutive year, Solenis has earned the platinum recognition level for CSR performance from EcoVadis, a provider of business sustainability ratings and performance improvement tools for global supply […] The post Solenis earns third consecutive platinum EcoVadis distinction, remains among top 1% in the chemical industry first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem partners with UNICEF to deliver water solutions in Horn of Africa
The Horn of Africa is experiencing extreme weather conditions worsened by climate change, including most recently, heavy flooding and a drought that impacted nearly 37 million people, including 20 million […] The post Xylem partners with UNICEF to deliver water solutions in Horn of Africa first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEcolab opens WWTP on Shell Jurong Island, Singapore to advance water solutions
In line with the Singapore Green Plan 2030, Nalco Water — Ecolab’s water brand — has opened a wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) in Shell Jurong Island (JI), Singapore. Commencing operations […] The post Ecolab opens WWTP on Shell Jurong Island, Singapore to advance water solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSeptage crisis is spreading in the UK
Cornwall’s ongoing issue with a lack of facilities able to treat septic waste could be replicated in other parts of the UK, according to an equipment manufacturer. With South West […] The post Septage crisis is spreading in the UK first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEX Global 2024 featured water, energy and climate change debates
This year’s WEX Global, co-organised by Idrica, was held in Madrid, Spain from 4-6 Mar 2024. The forum entitled ‘Water, energy and climate change: Integrated solutions to build a water […] The post WEX Global 2024 featured water, energy and climate change debates first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem director will speak at Europump 2024 annual meeting
Mike Otten, director, edge and intelligence, Xylem is the third keynote speaker who will present at the European Pump Association (Europump) annual meeting, which represents 15 national associations across Europe, […] The post Xylem director will speak at Europump 2024 annual meeting first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreToray develops RO membrane that saves water and halves replacement
Integrated chemical industry group Toray Industries has developed a durable reverse osmosis (RO) membrane, which offers long-term provision of high-quality water. It also maintains the removal performance of its existing […] The post Toray develops RO membrane that saves water and halves replacement first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreKamstrup opens new North American HQ
Smart metering technology company Kamstrup Water Metering opened its new North American HQ and manufacturing facility in Forsyth county, Georgia, US, on 21 Mar 2024. With this move, Kamstrup has […] The post Kamstrup opens new North American HQ first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCargill funds US$2.1m with Water.org to provide access to safe water and sanitation
To help expand water access, US global food corporation Cargill has committed $2.1m in funding to Water.org, a global nonprofit focused on removing the financial barriers between people living in […] The post Cargill funds US$2.1m with Water.org to provide access to safe water and sanitation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMarking its 40th anniversary, Bentley Systems announces CEO transition plan
From 1 Jul 2024, infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems CEO Greg Bentley will transition to executive chair of its board of directors. Current COO Nicholas Cumins will then be […] The post Marking its 40th anniversary, Bentley Systems announces CEO transition plan first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreJacobi group receives WQA Excellence award for sustainability journey
Jacobi Carbons — a global supplier of activated carbon, ion exchange resins and mobile filter service solutions — has been named recipient of the 2024 Water Quality Association (WQA) Excellence […] The post Jacobi group receives WQA Excellence award for sustainability journey first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSolenis sustainability report 2023 highlights environmental and innovation commitments
Global producer of specialty chemicals used in water-intensive industries Solenis has released its sustainability report 2023, which summarises the progress toward the company’s environmental stewardship and ESG goals in 2023. […] The post Solenis sustainability report 2023 highlights environmental and innovation commitments first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNanostone Water and Maynilad launch the Laguna Lake Modular Treatment Plant in the Philippines
Water treatment solutions company Nanostone Water (NSW) and Philippines largest private water concessionaire Maynilad Water Services (Maynilad) are commissioning the Laguna Lake Modular Treatment Plant (LL ModTP), located in Muntinlupa […] The post Nanostone Water and Maynilad launch the Laguna Lake Modular Treatment Plant in the Philippines first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration signs key agreements in Vietnam to advance water solutions
In partnership with the UN Development Programme (UNDP) and Nam Cau Kien Industrial Park, NX Filtration embarks on a feasibility study for industrial wastewater reclamation. Over a year, its hollow […] The post NX Filtration signs key agreements in Vietnam to advance water solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndonesia Integrated Technology (ITE): IISMEX 2024 organiser at Smart City Summit and Expo Taipei 2024
Indonesia will host the Indonesia International Smart City 2024 Expo and Forum (IISMEX) on 18-20 Sep 2024 at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia. This annual expo is […] The post Indonesia Integrated Technology (ITE): IISMEX 2024 organiser at Smart City Summit and Expo Taipei 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos marks 40 years of pioneering water solutions in Singapore
Advanced pump solutions and water technologies company Grundfos celebrates 40 years of operations in Singapore. As the world’s first water solutions company with approved net-zero Science-Based targets, Grundfos plans to […] The post Grundfos marks 40 years of pioneering water solutions in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems calls for nominations for the 2024 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure
Infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems announced its call for nominations for the 2024 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure. The awards, which are judged by independent juries of industry experts, […] The post Bentley Systems calls for nominations for the 2024 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB launches 4th edition of Global Innovation Challenge
National water agency PUB has launched the fourth edition of its Global Innovation Challenge (GIC), to crowdsource for innovative and smart solutions to enhance the operational resilience and sustainability of […] The post PUB launches 4th edition of Global Innovation Challenge first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia March/April 2024
Saving water with Audi and everwave “Water is blue gold and we need to take care of it” Navigating the dual challenges of flooding and water scarcity in the climate change era The post Water & Wastewater Asia March/April 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMike Olvera from Duperon Corporation appointed to East Michigan DEC
Committed to both the water and manufacturing sectors, Duperon Corporation international market development manager Michael Olvera has been elected to serve on the East Michigan District Export Council (DEC) — a regional branch of the […] The post Mike Olvera from Duperon Corporation appointed to East Michigan DEC first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration founder wins AMTA 2024 Hall of Fame award for advancing clean water solutions
Founder and CTO of NX Filtration Erik Roesink’s dedication to enhancing clean and affordable water has earned him the nonprofit organisation American Membrane Technology Association (AMTA) 2024 Hall of Fame […] The post NX Filtration founder wins AMTA 2024 Hall of Fame award for advancing clean water solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHistoric project linking Rome and Vatican city uses Xylem technology and local knowledge to keep water flowing
Water technology is helping an urban regeneration project to connect Rome and the Vatican city for the Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee. The extension will be completed as the city of […] The post Historic project linking Rome and Vatican city uses Xylem technology and local knowledge to keep water flowing first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreArmstrong Fluid Technology names Jacob Wolfe as new data centre manager for the Americas
HVAC fluid-flow solutions company Armstrong Fluid Technology announced that Jacob Wolfe has been named regional manager – data centre sales and business development – Americas. In his new role, Wolfe […] The post Armstrong Fluid Technology names Jacob Wolfe as new data centre manager for the Americas first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB launches annual water conservation campaign: ‘Save water. Big ways, small ways. All OK!’
Singapore’s National Water Agency PUB launched its annual water conservation campaign with a community event at Jurong Lake Gardens on 9 Mar 2024, graced by President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and attended […] The post PUB launches annual water conservation campaign: ‘Save water. Big ways, small ways. All OK!’ first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew wave of startups scale innovation to solve global water challenges
Twelve startups were selected for the 2024 cohort of the Xylem Partnerships Accelerator run by Xylem Innovation Labs. Innovations from the 2024 cohort include advanced pathogen detection, leak detection materials, […] The post New wave of startups scale innovation to solve global water challenges first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEverest Textile project in Taiwan drives water recovery above 90%
An international collaboration will deliver a treatment solution and help to increase water recovery at a textile mill in Taiwan. Following a tender, the local company All Way Environmental (AllWayEnv) […] The post Everest Textile project in Taiwan drives water recovery above 90% first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRoland Berger completes acquisition of Amane Advisors to build position in water consulting
Strategy consultancy Roland Berger has completed its acquisition of Amane Advisors — a consulting firm specialising in water, and resource and energy recovery — to strengthen its offering in water […] The post Roland Berger completes acquisition of Amane Advisors to build position in water consulting first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew CEO in Kamstrup
Søren Kvorning is the new CEO of smart metering solutions company Kamstrup from 15 Mar 2024. He previously served as CEO of a Danish company from the wind energy industry […] The post New CEO in Kamstrup first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOSMOSUN shifts gears and enters the operational phase of its Kori Odyssey programme
OSMOSUN, a provider of solar-powered seawater and brackish water desalination solutions, presents an initial assessment of its Kori Odyssey project: three small-capacity units installed, eight under implementation and 10 similar […] The post OSMOSUN shifts gears and enters the operational phase of its Kori Odyssey programme first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEBINAR: Learn how to enable smart water operations with Yokogawa’s future-ready digital platform
To help water customers overcome their operational challenges, enhance their efficiency and productivity, Japanese multinational company, Yokogawa, has developed a new integration platform with flexible visualisation and seamless collaboration called […] The post WEBINAR: Learn how to enable smart water operations with Yokogawa’s future-ready digital platform first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThordon success with Asia’s largest dam
Thordon Bearings polymer bearing technology is gaining traction in Vietnam’s hydropower market, following the performance success of its self-lubricating bearings retrofitted to five turbines at the Son La hydropower plant, […] The post Thordon success with Asia’s largest dam first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreExploration of underwater methane sources with Transpector CPM from INFICON
Enormous amounts of methane are trapped in the ocean floor worldwide. The Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI) Helmholtz centre for polar and marine research uses an underwater mass spectrometer (UWMS) — […] The post Exploration of underwater methane sources with Transpector CPM from INFICON first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser’s fundraising proceeds channeled to third water house in Vietnam
In 2023, global group in measurement and automation technology for process and laboratory applications Endress+Hauser celebrated its 70th anniversary and in the process reached its fundraising goal. Hundreds of employees […] The post Endress+Hauser’s fundraising proceeds channeled to third water house in Vietnam first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem appoints Radhika Fox as senior advisor
Global water technology company Xylem has appointed Radhika Fox as senior advisor to the company. Fox most recently served as the Senate-confirmed assistant administrator for the US Environmental Protection Agency […] The post Xylem appoints Radhika Fox as senior advisor first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAquatech Global appoints Daan Burghouts as director
Daan Burghouts returns to Aquatech Global as the new director, after a five-year strategic tenure at Schiphol — where Burghouts led commercial terms and strategic direction for all mobility parties […] The post Aquatech Global appoints Daan Burghouts as director first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB to build world’s largest ocean-based CO2 removal demonstration plant in Tuas, Singapore
Singapore’s National Water Agency PUB is collaborating with University of California (UCLA) and a startup spun out of research at UCLA — Equatic — to build a US$20m full-scale demonstration […] The post PUB to build world’s largest ocean-based CO2 removal demonstration plant in Tuas, Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos hits record sale of €4.6bn and reduces water consumption by 7% in 2023
Global pump manufacturer Grundfos realised record sales of €4.6bn, a sales growth of 4.2% in line with its ambitions. Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) before special items also grew; […] The post Grundfos hits record sale of €4.6bn and reduces water consumption by 7% in 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMost Australians think it is important to consider alternative water sources
Eight out of 10 Australians believed it is important to consider alternative water sources, such as purified recycled water (PRW) — wastewater that has been thoroughly treated to remove microbial […] The post Most Australians think it is important to consider alternative water sources first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem teams up with global partners to accelerate progress on water security
In 2023, volunteers from Xylem, its partners and customers supported 1,000 nonprofits — including Americares, Mercy Corps and UNICEF — to help deliver clean water and sanitation (WASH) access and […] The post Xylem teams up with global partners to accelerate progress on water security first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSt Lucie West Services District improves performance of water infrastructure with Kamstrup AMI technology
Established in 1990 by the Florida Land and Water Adjudicatory Commission, St Lucie, US, Florida West Services District is a 4,600-acre community development district that provides safe drinking water to the residents and businesses. The district […] The post St Lucie West Services District improves performance of water infrastructure with Kamstrup AMI technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration supplies largest Chinese coffee chain Luckin’s water treatment plant
Provider of advanced water filtration membrane solutions NX Filtration has supplied its hollow fibre nanofiltration (NF) membrane modules to the Luckin Coffee water treatment project together with its original equipment […] The post NX Filtration supplies largest Chinese coffee chain Luckin’s water treatment plant first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBIO-UV group and Pinnacle partner up on ozone water treatment
Specialist in chemical-free water treatment disinfection technologies BIO-UV group has partnered with US-headquartered Pinnacle Ozone Solutions to leverage the company’s QUADBLOCK ozone water treatment products in Europe, Middle East, Africa […] The post BIO-UV group and Pinnacle partner up on ozone water treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreaskFIDO: AI assistant launched for water professionals
A new artificial intelligence (AI) virtual leakage assistant powered by computer programme Generative Pre-trained Transformer 4 (GPT-4) has been launched to support water professionals to make informed decisions on water […] The post askFIDO: AI assistant launched for water professionals first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEuropump president Luboš Michlík outlines vision for European pump industry
Luboš Michlík became president of the European Pump Association (Europump) in June 2023 following his two-year tenure as vice-president. As president, Michlík is committed to advancing Europump’s mission within the pump sector. “As president of Europump, my focus is to champion the interests of the European pump industry and drive positive change that benefits both […]
Read MoreAqueoUS Vets expands senior leadership team
Solutions provider for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) treatment AqueoUS Vets (AV) has expanded its leadership team. As the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is poised to finalise the maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for six common PFAS, the expanded team will ensure AV is equipped to protect public health and ensure safe water for communities […]
Read More‘Water, United’: Connecting key players to accelerate water action across the Colorado river basin
A new initiative aiming to unite multinationals, tech companies, and water utilities has been announced in the US. Microsoft, PepsiCo, leak sizing solution company FIDO Tech and Oldcastle Infrastructure have […] The post ‘Water, United’: Connecting key players to accelerate water action across the Colorado river basin first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSIWW 2024 registration opens in March
As one of the premier global platforms, the biennial Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) gathers thought leaders, experts and practitioners from governments, cities, utilities and industry to share knowledge and […] The post SIWW 2024 registration opens in March first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos partners with Doctors Without Borders to provide emergency aid and safe water
Global pump manufacturer Grundfos and Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) or Doctors Without Borders have partnered to reach people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare with […] The post Grundfos partners with Doctors Without Borders to provide emergency aid and safe water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNuvonic celebrates 100 years in business
Global UV technology solutions provider Nuvonic commemorates its 100th year. Formerly known as Hanovia, the company has been a stalwart in UV science since its inception in the 1920s. Founded […] The post Nuvonic celebrates 100 years in business first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOvarro presents at PAWD convention
Using cloud-based platforms for more efficient leak detection will be the subject of global technology company Ovarro presentation at the Philippine Association of Water Districts (PAWD) annual convention from 27-29 […] The post Ovarro presents at PAWD convention first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies redevelops brownfield site for its first ion exchange regeneration facility in China
Veolia Water Technologies (VWT) — a subsidiary of Veolia and a specialist in water treatment technologies and services — is redeveloping a brownfield site for its first ion exchange regeneration […] The post Veolia Water Technologies redevelops brownfield site for its first ion exchange regeneration facility in China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSmart water management in buildings
Smart buildings, defined by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE), is the capacity to respond to changes in the environment to achieve optimum operating conditions. In recent years, population growth and […] The post Smart water management in buildings first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSymrise gets top CDP marks for climate and water protection
German chemicals company Symrise ranked high in the recent sustainability rating issued by international nonprofit organisation CDP, which recognises the company for its environmental transparency in protecting the climate. It […] The post Symrise gets top CDP marks for climate and water protection first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMentorAPM sponsors UMC networking breaks
Asset performance and work management software MentorAPM is officially sponsoring the networking breaks at the upcoming Utility Management Conference (UMC) in Portland, Oregon, US from 13-16 Feb 2024. Providing coffee […] The post MentorAPM sponsors UMC networking breaks first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCentrisys/CNP opens new engineering innovation lab
North American manufacturer of decanter centrifuges and advanced biosolids treatment technologies Centrisys/CNP has opened its new engineering innovation lab designed to enhance collaboration, streamline problem-solving, and foster innovation across all […] The post Centrisys/CNP opens new engineering innovation lab first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLinxens and Memsift Innovations use membrane distillation technology for world’s first sustainable nickel recovery system
Microelectronics manufacturer Linxens and membrane-based separation and purification solutions company Memsift Innovations have launched the world’s first commercial membrane distillation system for sustainable nickel recovery. The collaboration began in 2019 […] The post Linxens and Memsift Innovations use membrane distillation technology for world’s first sustainable nickel recovery system first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndoWater team attends InterAqua 2024 in Japan
The team organising IndoWater 2024 expo and forum — held at Jakarta International expo (JI expo), Jakarta, Indonesia on 18-20 Sep 2024 — attended InterAqua 2024 in Tokyo, Japan, to […] The post IndoWater team attends InterAqua 2024 in Japan first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew Hong Kong desalination plant begins delivering fresh water to 137,000 homes
The new Tseung Kwan O desalination plant is said to be the first to use reverse osmosis (RO) technology in Hong Kong. Construction of the first stage plant began in […] The post New Hong Kong desalination plant begins delivering fresh water to 137,000 homes first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAgriculture and pharma key to solving micropollutants
By Dr Pablo Campo Moreno, senior lecturer in applied chemistry at Cranfield University’s water science institute As the phrase ‘forever chemicals’ enters the Oxford English Dictionary for the first time […] The post Agriculture and pharma key to solving micropollutants first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMicronovo Manufacturing tackles FOG naturally
A natural combination of bacteria, enzymes and fungi that removes pollutants from wastewater — but without having any detrimental effect on watercourses — is reportedly available in the UK for […] The post Micronovo Manufacturing tackles FOG naturally first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCall for nominations for the IWA Awards 2024
The International Water Association (IWA) has announced the call for nominations for the 2024 edition of its global awards programme. Nominations open from 5-25 Feb 2024. Acknowledging the contributions of […] The post Call for nominations for the IWA Awards 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreChris Hubbard promoted to PWTech vice-president
American manufacturer of sludge handling products Process Wastewater Technologies (PWTech) has promoted Chris Hubbard as vice-president. In his new capacity, Hubbard will work to expand the PWTech product portfolio and […] The post Chris Hubbard promoted to PWTech vice-president first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEco-revolution: The next chapter of Singapore’s water security
The Jurong Island Desalination Plant (JIDP)’s infrastructure and complex systems were custom designed to become a fully automated reverse osmosis (RO) desalination facility, engineered to uphold sustainability and digitalisation in […] The post Eco-revolution: The next chapter of Singapore’s water security first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEuropump’s first two keynote speakers for its 2024 annual meeting
The European Pump Association (Europump) which represents 15 national associations across Europe will stage its 2024 annual meeting in the UK. Hosted by the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) and […] The post Europump’s first two keynote speakers for its 2024 annual meeting first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePuraffinity wins Morgan Stanley sustainable solutions award
Puraffinity — which develops precision technology for the removal of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) across multiple water treatment applications — has won a US$250,000 award from the Morgan Stanley […] The post Puraffinity wins Morgan Stanley sustainable solutions award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSanli Environmental clinches S$35m contracts in Singapore
Local environmental engineering company Sanli Environmental’s wholly-owned subsidiary — Sanli M&E Engineering — has clinched a cumulative worth of $35m of contracts in Singapore. The contracts include servicing and maintenance […] The post Sanli Environmental clinches S$35m contracts in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem signs Publiacqua contract to support Italy’s sustainable water future
Global water technology company Xylem sets a new milestone in Italy’s sustainable water journey through an agreement with Tuscany’s Publiacqua. Under a three-year contract, Xylem aims to strengthen the operational efficiency […] The post Xylem signs Publiacqua contract to support Italy’s sustainable water future first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia January/February 2024
Puraffinity plans to provide PFAS-free water to 1 billion people by 2030 “The water industry brings humanity through the ongoing climate crisis” Flow measurement of treated water for a drinking water supply system The post Water & Wastewater Asia January/February 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreClosing of the acquisition of NSU by Saur group
Water specialist company Saur group has closed, through Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI), the industrial water arm of Saur, of the acquisition of Natural Systems Utilities (NSU), a provider of turnkey […] The post Closing of the acquisition of NSU by Saur group first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant’s H+E wins contract in Germany to build water treatment facility for a semiconductor fab
Global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment Gradiant’s acquired subsidiary, H+E group, has been awarded a new contract to design and build an ultrapure water (UPW) plant for […] The post Gradiant’s H+E wins contract in Germany to build water treatment facility for a semiconductor fab first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreJürgen von Hollen is new Nanostone Water CEO
Advanced ceramic-based filtration solutions company Nanostone Water (NSW) has appointed Jürgen von Hollen as CEO overseeing all company activities, effective immediately. Jürgen joined NSW in August 2023 to develop a […] The post Jürgen von Hollen is new Nanostone Water CEO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVerderair e-PURE is ATEX certified
Pump manufacturer Verder Liquids has announced that the Verderair e-PURE has received its ATEX certification, making it a reliable and safe pump for use in hazardous environments. The Verderair e-PURE, […] The post Verderair e-PURE is ATEX certified first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEcolab expands regional coverage in Vietnam by opening a new manufacturing plant
Ecolab, a global sustainability group offering water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services, continues its expansion to meet the growing market and increasing customer demand. It has opened its […] The post Ecolab expands regional coverage in Vietnam by opening a new manufacturing plant first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOvarro launches logger to increase water savings
Responding to the current market need for products that are lower in cost and simple to use, monitoring solutions company Ovarro has launched XiLogFlow, a plug-and-play flow logger for both […] The post Ovarro launches logger to increase water savings first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More120Water secures US$43m growth investment led by Edison Partners
Growth equity investment firm Edison Partners led a $43m growth investment in 120Water, a cloud-based water management and testing system based in Indiana, US, with continued participation from Allos Ventures. […] The post 120Water secures US$43m growth investment led by Edison Partners first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRiventa presents NPV of £3bn for Ofwat Water Discovery Challenge
As a finalist in the UK Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) Innovation Fund Water Discovery Challenge, pump supplier Riventa’s total addressable market assessment of maximising solar photovoltaic (PV) system efficiency […] The post Riventa presents NPV of £3bn for Ofwat Water Discovery Challenge first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBruntons Propellers as Thordon Bearings’ authorised distributor in the UK and Ireland
Water-lubricated and grease-free seals and bearings group Thordon Bearings has appointed Bruntons Propellers as its new distributor for the UK and Ireland region, from 1 Jan 2024. The propeller manufacturer […] The post Bruntons Propellers as Thordon Bearings’ authorised distributor in the UK and Ireland first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLANXESS reshuffles management positions in four business units
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS is reshuffling the management positions in four of its 10 business units to provide additional impetus for its business in the consumer protection segment and benefit […] The post LANXESS reshuffles management positions in four business units first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration announces further delay in revenue growth
Global provider of direct fibre nanofiltration (NF) technology for water NX Filtration reported 1.5 years delay in the roll out of its original business plan, that is caused by longer […] The post NX Filtration announces further delay in revenue growth first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser new CEO and president of the supervisory board
Endress+Hauser has completed the change at the top of the group: Dr Peter Selders has taken over as CEO of the Swiss specialist for measurement technology and automation solutions. The […] The post Endress+Hauser new CEO and president of the supervisory board first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIWRA inaugural Islands Water Congress calls for proposals
The nonprofit organisation International Water Resources Association (IWRA) is hosting its Islands Water Congress from 4-6 Sep 2024. It has extended its submission of proposals deadline to 15 Feb 2024, […] The post IWRA inaugural Islands Water Congress calls for proposals first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSIWW2024 pre-registration is now open!
The 10th Singapore International Water Week will be held from 18-22 Jun 2024 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre. As one of the world’s premier platforms for innovative urban […] The post SIWW2024 pre-registration is now open! first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUS water utilities deploy PFAS treatment technologies to safeguard drinking water for communities
As US and European lawmakers tighten restrictions on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contaminants in water — Xylem is working with municipal and industrial customers to address this challenge, reportedly […] The post US water utilities deploy PFAS treatment technologies to safeguard drinking water for communities first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration uses residual heat from data centre for its new mega factory
Provider of hollow fibre nanofiltration (NF) technology NX Filtration has entered into an agreement with Dutch IT solutions provider Previder — part of Odin Groep — to source residual heat […] The post NX Filtration uses residual heat from data centre for its new mega factory first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem makes reportable segment change to scale global services offering
Global water technology company Xylem has a realignment of its reportable segments to reflect the operating drivers of financial performance with greater transparency. The change is driven by the integration […] The post Xylem makes reportable segment change to scale global services offering first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYouth action for SDG6 fellowship launches publication, Grundfos extends this partnership with IWA
The youth action for Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6 fellowship — initiated by pump solutions company Grundfos and the International Water Association (IWA) in 2022 — saw young water professionals […] The post Youth action for SDG6 fellowship launches publication, Grundfos extends this partnership with IWA first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLocal water challenges drive US water utility rates up 4%, according to Bluefield Research
The combined water and sewer bill for a typical US household has increased by 54.8% since 2012, according to a new Bluefield Research report, the US municipal water and sewer […] The post Local water challenges drive US water utility rates up 4%, according to Bluefield Research first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEuropump updates website to enhance customer experience
Europump, the European association for pump manufacturers, has launched its new and improved website. The redesigned site offers a modern and intuitive interface, providing an enhanced user experience for members, […] The post Europump updates website to enhance customer experience first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRivers are Life unveils inaugural ‘state of rivers around the world’ survey results
Collective voice for global river ecosystems Rivers are Life has revealed the multinational, multicultural, and cross-generational results of its ‘state of rivers around the world’ survey conducted by Savanta, a […] The post Rivers are Life unveils inaugural ‘state of rivers around the world’ survey results first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser CEO Klaus Endress turns 75, retires end of year
Dr Klaus Endress, CEO of the Endress+Hauser group for many years and president of the supervisory board since 2014, celebrated his 75th birthday. He will end his active involvement in […] The post Endress+Hauser CEO Klaus Endress turns 75, retires end of year first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThe Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Gradiant forge water security partnership
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) announced today that Gradiant, a water and wastewater solutions unicorn founded at MIT, has chosen the UAE capital as the location for its new […] The post The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Gradiant forge water security partnership first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDOE Abu Dhabi and IDRA Spearhead Water Sustainability Dialogue at COP28
On a significant day dedicated to water discussions at COP28, the Department of Energy Abu Dhabi (DOE Abu Dhabi), proud host of the IDRA 2024 World Congress, joined hands with […] The post DOE Abu Dhabi and IDRA Spearhead Water Sustainability Dialogue at COP28 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIWA Water and Development Awards 2023 Announced in Kigali
IWA is pleased to announce the recipients of the prestigious IWA Water and Development Awards 2023, presented during the Opening Ceremony of the IWA Water and Development Congress & Exhibition […] The post IWA Water and Development Awards 2023 Announced in Kigali first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater professionals meet for IWA Congress in Kigali
The 7th Edition of International Water Association, Water and Development Congress & Exhibition (IWA – WDCE) 2023 convenes at Kigali Convention Centre on 10-14 Dec2023. The WDCE 2023 convenes water […] The post Water professionals meet for IWA Congress in Kigali first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEviden announces a joint Asset Performance Management solution with Samotics for Energy & Utilities industries
Eviden, the Atos business, renowned for expertise in digital, cloud, big data, and security, and Samotics, a leading provider of real-time actionable insights to eliminate industrial energy waste and unplanned […] The post Eviden announces a joint Asset Performance Management solution with Samotics for Energy & Utilities industries first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreScottish Water reduces energy consumption by 60% with Xylem technology
Scottish Water has dropped its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by deploying Xylem technology at 200 pumping stations across its network. By combining pumps and advanced digital technologies, the utility has […] The post Scottish Water reduces energy consumption by 60% with Xylem technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCentrisys/CNP to supply 12 decanter centrifuges for MSD project clear major solids management upgrade
North American manufacturer of decanter centrifuges and advanced biosolids treatment technologies Centrisys/CNP has announced its role in the Metropolitan St Louis Sewer District Project Clear (MSDPC) solids management upgrade (SMU) […] The post Centrisys/CNP to supply 12 decanter centrifuges for MSD project clear major solids management upgrade first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAqueoUS Vets completes ‘triple play’ PFAS treatment project
AqueoUS Vets (AV), a solutions provider of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) treatment systems, celebrates the completion of an ion exchange (IX) design-build project in Livermore, California, the US. Executing […] The post AqueoUS Vets completes ‘triple play’ PFAS treatment project first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreREGAIN partners with NX Filtration to demonstrate municipal wastewater reuse in the Netherlands
The REGAIN research project — a Dutch consortium of a water board, an industrial water company and two research institutes have selected NX Filtration hollow fibre nanofiltration (NF) membrane to […] The post REGAIN partners with NX Filtration to demonstrate municipal wastewater reuse in the Netherlands first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUKWIR conference concludes collaboration and communication will refresh the UK water sector
The need for a rethink of how the water sector communicates, internally, and with the media and the public, was a theme of the UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) fourth […] The post UKWIR conference concludes collaboration and communication will refresh the UK water sector first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWCSEE hybrid-SAF technology selected for Scottish site
Technology from wastewater treatment specialist WCS Environmental Engineering (WCSEE) has been selected by Scottish Water to deliver a tightened ammonia removal consent at a village treatment works. The updated consent […] The post WCSEE hybrid-SAF technology selected for Scottish site first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAnglian Water expands AI technology trial
Following the pilot of its digital asset management technology with UK water utilities Anglian Water, Norwegian digital analytics company InfoTiles is embarking on an expanded proof of concept programme. The […] The post Anglian Water expands AI technology trial first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThordon Bearings and Wärtsilä launch Blue Ocean Alliance to promote sterntubeless ship concept
In a ship design initiative to protect oceans from pollution, Thordon Bearings and Wärtsilä have formed the Blue Ocean Alliance to develop and promote sterntubeless ship concept. The Blue Ocean […] The post Thordon Bearings and Wärtsilä launch Blue Ocean Alliance to promote sterntubeless ship concept first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuperon president Mark Turpin returns to WWEMA board of directors in 2024
The nonprofit organisation Water and Wastewater Equipment Manufacturers Association (WWEMA) has re-elected Mark Turpin — president of water and wastewater solutions company Duperon — for a third term on its […] The post Duperon president Mark Turpin returns to WWEMA board of directors in 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVerder Liquids integrates the Packo pumps website
Packo pumps, which specialises in industrial stainless steel centrifugal pumps and hygienic rotary lobe pumps and twin-screw pumps, has merged its website with Verder Liquids, the manufacturer of pumps, mixers, […] The post Verder Liquids integrates the Packo pumps website first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreKISTERS reports US storm disasters account for US$1tn this decade
The team at KISTERS, a global company in environmental monitoring and data management, has produced a report to show the impact of climate disasters. By utilising data from the International […] The post KISTERS reports US storm disasters account for US$1tn this decade first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFesto honoured with German Sustainability Award
On 23 Nov 2023 in Düsseldorf, Germany, German automation company Festo was awarded the 16th German Sustainability Award in the hydraulics, pumps and compressors category. “Sustainability is of strategic importance […] The post Festo honoured with German Sustainability Award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDiehl Metering unveils multi-connectivity IoT networks, shaping smart cities
The evolution towards smart cities is accelerating to modernise infrastructure. As urban areas are projected to house 60% of the global population by 2030, the demand for smart technologies is […] The post Diehl Metering unveils multi-connectivity IoT networks, shaping smart cities first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSPIRAC CSO screen reduces pollution-causing solids
As water companies look to combat the impact from the increasing occurrence of stormwater events that trigger harmful outfalls from Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs), wastewater solutions engineering firm SPIRAC has […] The post SPIRAC CSO screen reduces pollution-causing solids first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWastewater and waste sector accounts for 20% of human-caused emissions, CPI reports
The landscape of methane abatement finance 2023, published by US-based independent nonprofit research group Climate Policy Initiative (CPI), presents the insights on global methane abatement finance covering trends in 2021 and […] The post Wastewater and waste sector accounts for 20% of human-caused emissions, CPI reports first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSingapore’s collective climate action through its second pavilion at COP28
Singapore has launched the Singapore pavilion at the 28th conference of the parties of the UN framework convention on climate change (COP28), which will run from 30 Nov-12 Dec 2023 […] The post Singapore’s collective climate action through its second pavilion at COP28 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater quality platform provider 120Water supports EPA LCRI
In response to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announcement of the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), 120Water reaffirms its commitment to advancing public health protections and accelerating the […] The post Water quality platform provider 120Water supports EPA LCRI first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNairobi water project tops fan vote in 2023 Water Heroes Academy by Xylem and City Football Foundation
Against a backdrop of global water challenges, young leaders are stepping up to make a difference with the Water Heroes Academy — a joint initiative by the UK’s Manchester city’s […] The post Nairobi water project tops fan vote in 2023 Water Heroes Academy by Xylem and City Football Foundation first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreNew evidence suggests synthetic EALs are behind increase in stern tube seal failures
Seawater-lubricated bearings company Thordon Bearings has welcomed Gard’s latest research into the potential hidden costs of synthetic Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EALs). Financial and environmental consequences can result when a propeller […] The post New evidence suggests synthetic EALs are behind increase in stern tube seal failures first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBritish Water first annual conference highlights collaboration in the UK water sector
The need to intensify collaboration, integration and digitisation, to deliver a programme of works in AMP8 — the asset management plan period 2025-2030 — was discussed at British Water first […] The post British Water first annual conference highlights collaboration in the UK water sector first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater treatment system market to reach US$128bn by 2033, sustaining a steady 6.2% CAGR
The global water treatment system market value is expected to rise from $65bn in 2023 to $128bn by 2033. This market is expected to be driven by an average compound […] The post Water treatment system market to reach US$128bn by 2033, sustaining a steady 6.2% CAGR first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHydroleap partners with IXT to boost sustainable water management in data centre industry in Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam
Next generation water technology company Hydroleap has partnered with IX Technology (IXT) — a Singapore-based provider of data centre mechanical and electrical (M&E) infrastructure solutions — to transform water management […] The post Hydroleap partners with IXT to boost sustainable water management in data centre industry in Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreSpring innovation model aims to accelerate water company trials
An updated innovation accelerator has been launched by Spring as part of a multi-year effort to remove the barriers to mobilising trials at pace within the water sector. Backed by […] The post Spring innovation model aims to accelerate water company trials first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems to speak at COP28
Infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems is participating in COP28 — the UN climate change conference — in Dubai, UAE from 30 Nov-12 Dec 2023. Bentley will join with governments, […] The post Bentley Systems to speak at COP28 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLandia mixers are part of Gardner standards
At Gardner, southwest of Kansas city, US, site superintendent Scott Millholland keeps the Kill Creek water resource plant clean, fully serviced and at optimum efficiency as protecting the environment, waterways […] The post Landia mixers are part of Gardner standards first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew SPIRAC screen for HKUST
A high-efficiency dual-flow travelling fine-screen made by SPIRAC has been installed at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). Working in conjunction with BML Engineering, who have water […] The post New SPIRAC screen for HKUST first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCermaq selects BIO-UV group triogen ozone generator for new salmon farm
BIO-UV group has taken a major step forward in Chile’s aquaculture market, supplying its triogen ozone generator to global salmon producer Cermaq. Launched in 2022, the triogen product represents a […] The post Cermaq selects BIO-UV group triogen ozone generator for new salmon farm first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThordon ThorPlas-Blue bearing wins award for Wilson Hatch cover application
Thordon Bearings ThorPlas-Blue grease-free bearings won the annual International Bulk Journal (IBJ) Environment Protection (Marine) Award 2023 hosted by British comedian Hugh Dennis and IBJ publisher Ray Girvan. Thordon Bearings […] The post Thordon ThorPlas-Blue bearing wins award for Wilson Hatch cover application first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMemsift clinches US$1.62m commercial contract with global pharmaceutical company
Partnering with membrane-based separation and purification solutions company Memsift Innovations, a Fortune 100 pharmaceutical company conducted tests on its TS-30 Improved Membrane Distillation (IMD) system to revolutionise their liquid waste […] The post Memsift clinches US$1.62m commercial contract with global pharmaceutical company first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMembracon achieves 80% water reduction for key industrial process
For a supplier to the automotive industry, a wastewater recycling system from Membracon has reportedly created annual savings of more than £63,000, by reducing water usage from 108,000L/day to 21,000L/day. […] The post Membracon achieves 80% water reduction for key industrial process first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAquatech Amsterdam 2023 sparks business as water sector meets
At Aquatech Amsterdam, this year’s Aquatech Innovation Awards reportedly received the highest number of 92 entries. The new four Aquatech Worlds and the attached knowledge programmes were said to be […] The post Aquatech Amsterdam 2023 sparks business as water sector meets first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUKWIR annual conference will be in London, UK on 30 Nov 2023
Concern and curiosity from the public about the water environment, resources and infrastructure signals the need to change the way R&D initiatives are communicated. On 30 Nov 2023, water company […] The post UKWIR annual conference will be in London, UK on 30 Nov 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCentrisys/CNP secures contract for PONDUS THP installation at CRW in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, US
North American manufacturer of decanter centrifuges and advanced biosolids treatment technologies Centrisys/CNP has been awarded the contract to integrate the PONDUS Thermal Hydrolysis Process (THP) for Capital Region Water (CRW) […] The post Centrisys/CNP secures contract for PONDUS THP installation at CRW in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSWS breaks regional record by hitting 80% utilisation of recycled water in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Abu Dhabi sustainable water solutions company (SWS) announced a regional first of hitting 80% utilisation of recycled water in the emirate of Abu Dhabi in August 2023. SWS will showcase […] The post SWS breaks regional record by hitting 80% utilisation of recycled water in Abu Dhabi, UAE first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEuropump selects the UK for its 2024 gathering of pump industry executives
After a decade of absence, the European Pump Association (Europump) annual meeting and general assembly will be returning to the UK from 22-24 May 2024. Hosted by the British Pump […] The post Europump selects the UK for its 2024 gathering of pump industry executives first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBIO-SEA ballast water treatment system chosen for NEOLINER136 wind-powered cargo ship
BIO-UV group, a specialist in water treatment and disinfection solutions, has won a contract to supply its BIO-SEA UV ballast water treatment system to a wind-powered cargo vessel newbuild. The […] The post BIO-SEA ballast water treatment system chosen for NEOLINER136 wind-powered cargo ship first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNSI and NX Filtration partner to address water scarcity and reduce water footprint
In a stride towards minimising the water footprint of its clients, Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI) has partnered with NX Filtration, the global supplier of hollow fibre nanofiltration membranes. With this […] The post NSI and NX Filtration partner to address water scarcity and reduce water footprint first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSaur acquires CirTec, the advanced resource recovery and fine sieve expert
Global pure-play water and essential services provider Saur group has signed an agreement to acquire CirTec, a Dutch player in rotating belt fine sieve technology and cellulose recovery, expanding its […] The post Saur acquires CirTec, the advanced resource recovery and fine sieve expert first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreKamstrup smart meter solution saves €13,455 for Krapkowice Water Utility
Polish company Krapkowice Water Utility has reportedly saved €13,455 annually by replacing their water meters with Kamstrup smart meter solution. For 4 months, Krapkowice Water Utility, Poland, had three-person teams […] The post Kamstrup smart meter solution saves €13,455 for Krapkowice Water Utility first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSaur acquires NSU and expands its water reclamation activities in North America
Saur has signed an agreement to acquire Natural Systems Utilities (NSU), a provider of turnkey water treatment and reuse solutions in the US with over 270 systems and a focus […] The post Saur acquires NSU and expands its water reclamation activities in North America first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos strategies in intelligent water management solutions
Grundfos group senior vice-president Truls Lystang discusses ways to accelerate the net zero transition in Singapore and how the circular economy makes a business case for water companies to do […] The post Grundfos strategies in intelligent water management solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More‘The dynamics of water innovation’ book launch
Author Dr Paul O’Callaghan is the founder and CEO of water technology market intelligence company BlueTech Research, and executive producer of the Netflix documentary Brave Blue World. Research for the […] The post ‘The dynamics of water innovation’ book launch first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBIO-UV group supplies BIO-SEA ballast water treatment system to a buoyant energy sector
BIO-UV group has received a major order to supply its BIO-SEA ballast water treatment system to a pair of drill ships scheduled to enter the undisclosed operator’s fleet of modern, […] The post BIO-UV group supplies BIO-SEA ballast water treatment system to a buoyant energy sector first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIWE paper industry starts demonstration plant for water reuse
Industriewater Eerbeek (IWE) — a subsidiary of three Dutch paper mills focusing on wastewater treatment — has started a demonstration plant for the reuse of its wastewater based on technology […] The post IWE paper industry starts demonstration plant for water reuse first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLANXESS expands its range for PFAS removal from water
With the new macroporous anion exchange resin Lewatit MonoPlus TP109, the specialty chemicals company LANXESS is expanding its selective resins for the removal of contaminants such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl […] The post LANXESS expands its range for PFAS removal from water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia November/December 2023
No waste, just wasted resources” — The AECOM approach in Asia A new future for water with Arup Imagine H2O and The Coca-Cola Foundation announce four water innovation pilots The post Water & Wastewater Asia November/December 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFIDO and Microsoft collaboration reaches Mexico
A global collaboration uniting UK, US and Mexican organisations will help to reduce water network losses across the Querétaro metropolitan area. The long-term project will deploy actionable artificial intelligence (AI) […] The post FIDO and Microsoft collaboration reaches Mexico first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCase closed: Pomona city, US awarded US$30m in water contamination case
After 13 years of litigation, proceedings in the city of Pomona’s case against mining company SQM North America corporation seeking to recover for the costs of groundwater contamination caused by […] The post Case closed: Pomona city, US awarded US$30m in water contamination case first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWWTP market size is worth US$194.7bn in 2030, according to Adroit Market Research reports
India-based business analytics and consulting company Adroit Market Research has reported that the global wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) market is worth $194.7bn by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth […] The post WWTP market size is worth US$194.7bn in 2030, according to Adroit Market Research reports first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB launches open grant call to develop water technology
PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, has launched an open request-for-proposal (RFP) to develop solutions in energy and waste reduction, decarbonisation and water quality. This grant call falls under the Competitive […] The post PUB launches open grant call to develop water technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLANXESS at Aquatech in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS will be present at Aquatech, the international trade show for the process water, drinking water and wastewater industries in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, from 6-9 Nov 2023. […] The post LANXESS at Aquatech in Amsterdam, the Netherlands first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGlobal Innovation Lab for climate finance launches programme in the Philippines
The Global Innovation Lab for climate finance (The Lab) has launched a regional programme in the Philippines to propel the country’s climate resilience and promote sustainable economic growth. The Lab […] The post Global Innovation Lab for climate finance launches programme in the Philippines first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBIO-UV group partners with Innovasea to launch a drive west into the North American market
The water treatment systems specialist BIO-UV group has signed an agreement with Boston-based aquaculture technology company Innovasea. It is said to accelerate the delivery of its development strategy in the […] The post BIO-UV group partners with Innovasea to launch a drive west into the North American market first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDA awards at the 2023 Seville Summit on water and climate change
The nonprofit association International Desalination Association (IDA) has awarded companies at the 2023 Seville Summit Awards. Saudi Water partnership company was awarded the ‘Most innovative utility award — pioneering clean […] The post IDA awards at the 2023 Seville Summit on water and climate change first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreImagine H2O creates landing pad in Vietnam for its watertech startups
As part of its growing market access programme in South East Asia, Imagine H2O (IH20) Asia participated in Vietnam Water Week. Current portfolio companies, along with applicants to Imagine H2O […] The post Imagine H2O creates landing pad in Vietnam for its watertech startups first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUK government investing in water sector AI
An overview of artificial intelligence (AI) and its emergence in the water and wastewater sector was the focus of British Water webinar, featuring speakers from Ofwat, Thames Water, and across […] The post UK government investing in water sector AI first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDr Sandra Hall is the new WSAP CEO spearheading Digital Water platform launch in 2024
Water Stewardship Asia-Pacific (WSAP) — the organisation that manages and conserves water resources in Asia-Pacific — has announced Dr Sandra Hall as its new CEO. With a background in the […] The post Dr Sandra Hall is the new WSAP CEO spearheading Digital Water platform launch in 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem debuts interactive water quality game for Georgia Aquarium visitors
Xylem will debut an interactive game at Georgia Aquarium Ocean Voyager exhibit on 17 Oct 2023 for visitors to learn about sand filtration and water reuse technology with the Clean […] The post Xylem debuts interactive water quality game for Georgia Aquarium visitors first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues 2023 online conference explores the circular water economy
Water experts will be presenting at BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues on 8 Nov 2023. Speakers include the World Bank, International Water Association (IWA), Berlin Centre of Competence for Water […] The post BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues 2023 online conference explores the circular water economy first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCarlsberg wins Global Industrial Water Reuse Award for reducing water consumption by 58% using DuPont CCRO technology
Carlsberg group — a multinational brewer leveraging water technologies from DuPont — was awarded the Global Industrial Water Reuse Champion Award for its water recycling plant and commitment to water […] The post Carlsberg wins Global Industrial Water Reuse Award for reducing water consumption by 58% using DuPont CCRO technology first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreColby Manwaring joins MentorAPM as chairman of the board
As demand for enterprise asset management solutions grows, MentorAPM has welcomed Colby Manwaring as its new chairman of the board. As chairman of its newly appointed five-member board, Manwaring move […] The post Colby Manwaring joins MentorAPM as chairman of the board first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTerry Duperon receives highest Saginaw Chamber honour
Terry Duperon, founder of Duperon Corporation — an international manufacturer of wastewater treatment solutions — has been named recipient of the 2023 Robert H. Albert lifetime community service award. It […] The post Terry Duperon receives highest Saginaw Chamber honour first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFinding a route to improved leakage performance
By Barbara Hathaway, Ovarro Water companies have set out 2025-2030 leakage ambitions that, if achieved, would put them among the top five performing countries in Europe. With higher operational costs […] The post Finding a route to improved leakage performance first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDA commends SWCC for the global prize for innovation in desalination
His Excellency Engineer (HE Eng) Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen Al-Fadley, the minister of environment, water and agriculture of Saudi Arabia, honoured the recipients of the global prize for innovation in desalination. Syed […] The post IDA commends SWCC for the global prize for innovation in desalination first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More120Water hosts webinar to provide utilities with LCRR compliance and communication tools
Kicking off the one-year countdown until American utilities are required to complete the first steps outlined in the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR), solutions […] The post 120Water hosts webinar to provide utilities with LCRR compliance and communication tools first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBIO-UV group unveils Bio-Sea Mini Ballast water treatment system for low flow market
To meet demands for ballast water treatment systems from operators of workboats, yachts, research ships, offshore service vessels (OSVs), and similar sized vessels, ultraviolet (UV) based water treatment specialist BIO-UV […] The post BIO-UV group unveils Bio-Sea Mini Ballast water treatment system for low flow market first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUK water tariffs surge with 8.4% average price increase, GWI anticipates further increases in 2024
Global Water Intelligence (GWI) recently released Global Water Tariff Survey 2023 revealed the average monthly tariff in the UK currently stands at £59.52. The average increase from 2022-2023 for UK […] The post UK water tariffs surge with 8.4% average price increase, GWI anticipates further increases in 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More3M first NPWI pilot programme for WRC, direct air capture technology at Climate Week NYC
Multinational conglomerate 3M presented a collaborative pilot programme for water-stressed basins and a direct air capture technology during Climate Week New York City (NYC), US. At the CEO Water Mandate […] The post 3M first NPWI pilot programme for WRC, direct air capture technology at Climate Week NYC first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEchoWater project from the US wins the water and wastewater category of Bentley Systems Going Digital Awards
Infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems announced EchoWater project by Project Controls Cubed from Sacramento, California, US as the winner of the water and wastewater category at this year’s Going […] The post EchoWater project from the US wins the water and wastewater category of Bentley Systems Going Digital Awards first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreYuba Water Agency selected as a founders’ honour in Bentley Systems Going Digital Awards 2023
With input from senior company executives, CEO Greg Bentley and CTO Keith Bentley selected projects from more than 300 nominations submitted for Bentley Systems 2023 Going Digital Awards in infrastructure […] The post Yuba Water Agency selected as a founders’ honour in Bentley Systems Going Digital Awards 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems recognises YII 2023 as groundbreaking for infrastructure intelligence in Singapore
At its annual Year in Infrastructure (YII) conference in Singapore, infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems described 2023 as a “groundbreaking year” for infrastructure intelligence. Citing users’ projects, CEO Greg […] The post Bentley Systems recognises YII 2023 as groundbreaking for infrastructure intelligence in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreChanges to executive appointments in Bentley Systems
Infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems has announced executive appointments. Kristin Fallon joins Bentley as chief marketing officer, based in Annapolis, Maryland, US. Recently, Fallon was global head of brand […] The post Changes to executive appointments in Bentley Systems first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreJakarta, Indonesia to host 18th IndoWater 2024
The Integrated Technology Event (ITE) 2024 will be held at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia on 18-20 Sep 2024, according to Indonesia Ministry of Home Affairs through […] The post Jakarta, Indonesia to host 18th IndoWater 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWCSEE wastewater system selected for landmark logistics scheme in the UK
WCS Environmental Engineering (WCSEE) technology has been selected to deliver wastewater treatment at a landmark industrial development in east London, UK. WCSEE will deliver a full treatment system, with primary, […] The post WCSEE wastewater system selected for landmark logistics scheme in the UK first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCortec rust-free boiler redundancy to keep institutions warm this winter in the Northern Hemisphere
Staying warm in northern climates is an issue of survival. For large institutions such as hospitals, universities, and other commercial facilities, this puts a burden on those responsible for maintaining […] The post Cortec rust-free boiler redundancy to keep institutions warm this winter in the Northern Hemisphere first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOSMOSUN steps up operations in Morocco by launching a JV with Moroccan industrial group PCS
Provider of solar-powered seawater and brackish water desalination solutions OSMOSUN has launched an equal stake joint venture (JV) alongside Moroccan industrial group PCS. This industrial and commercial partnership is part […] The post OSMOSUN steps up operations in Morocco by launching a JV with Moroccan industrial group PCS first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHuge water tariff surges in northern Pakistan following prolonged price stagnation
Global Water Intelligence (GWI) recently released Global Water Tariff Survey 2023 has reported staggering tariff increases in northern Pakistan. As a result of a blanket regional adjustment in the Punjab […] The post Huge water tariff surges in northern Pakistan following prolonged price stagnation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEnergy Recovery surpasses US$5.9bn in energy savings for customers
Global energy efficiency technology company Energy Recovery has set its first corporate emissions reduction target, committing to reduce its emissions in relation to revenue by 65% by 2026 from a […] The post Energy Recovery surpasses US$5.9bn in energy savings for customers first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIWA selects Malaysia and Brazil as host countries for 2028 and 2030 World Water congress and exhibition
The International Water Association (IWA) has unveiled that Kuching, Malaysia has been selected as the location for the 2028 IWA World Water congress and exhibition, and São Paulo, Brazil as […] The post IWA selects Malaysia and Brazil as host countries for 2028 and 2030 World Water congress and exhibition first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreUnaBiz and KAIFA partners to accelerate global smart water metering with Sigfox 0G technology
Utility business digitalisation solution provider KAIFA and UnaBiz — Internet of Things (IoT) service provider and integrator — has partnered and collaborated to accelerate the global deployment of smart water […] The post UnaBiz and KAIFA partners to accelerate global smart water metering with Sigfox 0G technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant acquires H+E group to amplify semiconductor and industrial water expertise
Global solutions provider for water and wastewater treatment Gradiant has acquired Hager+Elsässer (H+E) group — a European water solutions provider for end-to-end manufacturing solutions. This acquisition is the company’s first […] The post Gradiant acquires H+E group to amplify semiconductor and industrial water expertise first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuperon unveils internally fed rotary drum screen at WEFTEC 2023
Designed to manage ultrafine particles, fibres and other difficult-to-capture debris, Duperon Corporation unveiled the first product of its new drum line — the internally fed rotary drum screen — at […] The post Duperon unveils internally fed rotary drum screen at WEFTEC 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSolenis acquires CedarChem to enhance water and wastewater treatment capabilities in the US
Solenis, a global producer of specialty chemicals for water-intensive industries, completed the acquisition of CedarChem on 2 Oct 2023. As part of the acquisition, Solenis will reportedly acquire all CedarChem […] The post Solenis acquires CedarChem to enhance water and wastewater treatment capabilities in the US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSIAH inaugurates a WWTP that relies on Veolia technologies to produce energy from wastewater
French authority Syndicat Mixte pour l’Aménagement Hydraulique (SIAH) for the Croult and Petit Rosne valley region inaugurated the Bonneuil-en-France wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), which treats wastewater from 35 municipalities in […] The post SIAH inaugurates a WWTP that relies on Veolia technologies to produce energy from wastewater first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem awarded for innovation at WEFTEC 2023
Global water technology company Xylem has received the 2023 Innovative Technology Award for its Flygt 4200 compact adaptive mixers series at the Water Environment Federation technical exhibition and conference (WEFTEC), […] The post Xylem awarded for innovation at WEFTEC 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont introduces first IEX for green hydrogen production
DuPont has launched AmberLite P2X110 ion exchange resin (IEX) to support the production of hydrogen from water, for the chemistry of electrolyser loops. “Green hydrogen [is] well-positioned to reduce global […] The post DuPont introduces first IEX for green hydrogen production first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAQUA launches campaign to encourage public vigilance about water drinking quality
Indonesian bottled drinking water brand AQUA has launched a campaign called ‘Not all water is the same’ to educate the public about discerning the quality of their drinking water. It […] The post AQUA launches campaign to encourage public vigilance about water drinking quality first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTwo water projects in India are finalists in Bentley Systems 2023 Going Digital Awards in infrastructure
Infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems has announced two water and wastewater projects from India as finalists in its 2023 Going Digital Awards in infrastructure, which will be held at […] The post Two water projects in India are finalists in Bentley Systems 2023 Going Digital Awards in infrastructure first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreInflation leads to biggest jump in water tariffs for 8 years, based on 2023 GWI tariff survey report
Global Water Intelligence (GWI) survey report showed an upward trend in water, wastewater, and stormwater bills between July 2022 and July 2023. The average increase hit a record-high of 8.2%, […] The post Inflation leads to biggest jump in water tariffs for 8 years, based on 2023 GWI tariff survey report first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreWaterIQ first to market with 4,400 algae destroying ultrasound frequencies
WaterIQ Technologies — a company focusing on ultrasonic solutions to combat algae and biofilm without the use of chemicals — has announced the availability of its Pulsar 4400 and 3400. […] The post WaterIQ first to market with 4,400 algae destroying ultrasound frequencies first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAqueous Vets expands PFAS and CEC treatment capabilities
Aqueous Vets (AV), a solutions provider for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) treatment, has launched a water treatment cartridge system designed to remove PFAS, arsenic, and other contaminants of emerging […] The post Aqueous Vets expands PFAS and CEC treatment capabilities first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAqua Membranes closes new financing to advance RO technology
Water technology company Aqua Membranes has closed a new round of financing from Kurita Water Industries, a global supplier of water treatment equipment, and Clean Energy Ventures, a venture capital […] The post Aqua Membranes closes new financing to advance RO technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreInnovation and working digitally are lowest scoring areas in 2023, based on British Water survey
British Water annual UK water company performance survey asks contractors, consultants and suppliers to rate their clients’ performance in 12 areas, including professionalism, contractual approach and communication. Innovation and working […] The post Innovation and working digitally are lowest scoring areas in 2023, based on British Water survey first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAnglian Water launches whole life carbon approach
Anglian Water has developed a whole life carbon and cost in design concept, having been granted funding under the Ofwat Innovation Fund. The project, ‘Enabling whole life carbon in design’, […] The post Anglian Water launches whole life carbon approach first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMentorAPM secures growth investment from Emerald Technology Ventures
Intelligent asset management software solution MentorAPM has secured a growth investment from Emerald Technology Ventures — a cleantech venture capital company that manages €1bn assets from its offices in Zürich, […] The post MentorAPM secures growth investment from Emerald Technology Ventures first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem and Lorentz partner to deploy solar-powered pumping solutions
Global water technology company Xylem and German solar water pump manufacturer LORENTZ have announced a distribution agreement to expand the availability of solar-powered pumping systems globally, excluding the Australia market. […] The post Xylem and Lorentz partner to deploy solar-powered pumping solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDA signs MoU with ANIMP to enhance Italian supply chain participation in global water sector
The International Desalination Association (IDA) secretary general Shannon McCarthy and IDA vice-president, Alejandro Sturniolo participated in the 48th Associazione Nazionale di Impiantistica Industriale (ANIMP) national conference at Confindustria, Rome, Italy, […] The post IDA signs MoU with ANIMP to enhance Italian supply chain participation in global water sector first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEcolab opens new regional office in Singapore
Ecolab, a global sustainability group offering water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions, has opened its new regional office at Nexus @ one-north, 1 Fusionopolis Link North Tower #02-02. To celebrate […] The post Ecolab opens new regional office in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWilo group industry conference 2023 catalyses collaboration for smart water solutions and sustainable supercities across Asia
Wilo group, a multinational technology company and global provider of pumps and pump systems, hosted its annual industry conference in Singapore for the first time on 21 Sep 2023 at […] The post Wilo group industry conference 2023 catalyses collaboration for smart water solutions and sustainable supercities across Asia first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreUpcoming UKWIR conference in London, UK aims to rebuild water sector trust with R&D
Registrations are now open for the UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) fourth annual conference, which will be held in London, UK on 30 Nov 2023. The event will address the […] The post Upcoming UKWIR conference in London, UK aims to rebuild water sector trust with R&D first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWCSEE temporary biological treatment ensures compliance during WWTP refurbishment in the UK
Hired technology from WCS Environmental Engineering (WCSEE) is ensuring a wastewater treatment works in Cotswolds village, England, UK maintains compliance while undergoing a refurbishment. Blockley village wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) […] The post WCSEE temporary biological treatment ensures compliance during WWTP refurbishment in the UK first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLandia biogas digester systems set for Indonesia
For pre-treatment tanks at a wastewater facility in Indonesia, specialist manufacturer of wastewater pumping, mixing and aeration equipment Landia is supplying 12 of its digester mixing systems. Part of a […] The post Landia biogas digester systems set for Indonesia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSanli to consolidate its operations and house foreign workers in new location in Singapore
Local environmental engineering company in the field of water and waste management Sanli Environmental has completed its acquisition of 22 Chin Bee Drive for S$13.8m to streamline its corporate office […] The post Sanli to consolidate its operations and house foreign workers in new location in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos wins climate award at Sustainability Awards 2023
Out of eight nominees, Grundfos emerged as the winner of the Climate Impact Award — which is given to a company with goals and actions in its work on climate […] The post Grundfos wins climate award at Sustainability Awards 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAqua Membranes collaborates with Micron Technology to lower water fouling fourfold
Water technology company Aqua Membranes has shared preliminary results of an ongoing pilot project with US memory chip manufacturer, Micron Technology after two years. Comparing between Aqua Membranes printed spacer […] The post Aqua Membranes collaborates with Micron Technology to lower water fouling fourfold first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMemsift Innovations plans to establish its first global engineering hub in India
Memsift Innovations, a membrane-based separation and purification solutions company headquartered in Singapore, has plans to establish its first global engineering hub in India. This decision is accompanied by a partnership […] The post Memsift Innovations plans to establish its first global engineering hub in India first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem’s Flojet brand expands VersiJet series
Xylem Flojet brand has enhanced its VersiJet series industrial motor driven diaphragm (MDD) pumps with the introduction of a four-chamber model. Leveraging pump technology from Flojet, the new MDD pump […] The post Xylem’s Flojet brand expands VersiJet series first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCortec adds new Cooling Loop Croc
Corrosion solutions manufacturer Cortec has introduced an addition to its water treatment products in preparation for a smoother spring startup as water treatment service facility managers are shutting down their […] The post Cortec adds new Cooling Loop Croc first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTIWW 2023 focuses on water resource management
The Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW) 2023, organised by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council, will be held from 20-22 Sep 2023 at the Taipei world trade centre exhibition. TIWW […] The post TIWW 2023 focuses on water resource management first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDanfoss delivers H1 2023 sales performance in the APAC region
According to its 2023 financial report, Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives (DPD) has delivered sales performances in the first half of 2023, attributed to the opportunities in India and the […] The post Danfoss delivers H1 2023 sales performance in the APAC region first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUKWIR projects available for EOI
UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from partners or consortiums able to deliver targeted research projects tackling issues facing the water sector. UKWIR is a […] The post UKWIR projects available for EOI first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater utilities recognised as industry and community leaders in solving water challenges
The Utility of the Future Today programme has recognised 47 water utilities that are benefitting communities through future-focused programmes. The 2023 honourees will be recognised in-person at WEFTEC 2023, the […] The post Water utilities recognised as industry and community leaders in solving water challenges first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEF announces 2023 award honourees
Not-for-profit technical and educational organisation Water Environment Federation (WEF) has recognised the 2023 WEF awards recipients who have contributed to the water environment profession and the federation with their service, […] The post WEF announces 2023 award honourees first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCentrisys/CNP showcases sludge treatment technology for municipal and industrial processes at WEFTEC 2023
North American manufacturer of decanter centrifuges and advanced biosolids treatment technologies Centrisys/CNP will kick off the Water Environment Federation’s technical exhibition and conference (WEFTEC) 2023 with a focus on sludge […] The post Centrisys/CNP showcases sludge treatment technology for municipal and industrial processes at WEFTEC 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreReport shows how leakage technology is advancing
The Future of Leakage, a deep-dive leakage report from leakage solutions group Ovarro was launched at Global Leakage Summit, London, UK which took place on 5 and 6 Sep 2023. […] The post Report shows how leakage technology is advancing first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAquam signs two standpipe hire contracts
UK standpipe solutions provider Aquam Water Services has been selected to operate standpipe hire services on behalf of two new appointments and variations (NAVs) companies. A NAV is a water […] The post Aquam signs two standpipe hire contracts first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB and NUS launch first research centre for coastal protection and flood management research
PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, has partnered with National University of Singapore (NUS) to launch the Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute (CFI) under PUB’s S$125m coastal protection and flood […] The post PUB and NUS launch first research centre for coastal protection and flood management research first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos partners with ABO Wind to reach 2030 emission targets five years ahead of time
Advanced pump solutions and water technologies company Grundfos announced a new partnership with German renewable energy company ABO Wind in which 80% of Grundfos’ European power consumption will be sourced […] The post Grundfos partners with ABO Wind to reach 2030 emission targets five years ahead of time first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem announces CEO succession
Global water technology company Xylem announced that its president and CEO Patrick Decker will retire as CEO at the end of 2023, after a decade leading the company. He will […] The post Xylem announces CEO succession first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTrans-Atlantic collaboration to reduce water loss in Phoenix, Arizona, US
A new global collaboration is being deployed across the Phoenix metropolitan area to reduce 350km of water network losses through the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in 10 years. Oldcastle […] The post Trans-Atlantic collaboration to reduce water loss in Phoenix, Arizona, US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePall Water rebrands as Aria Filtra
Pall Water is changing its name to Aria Filtra. The rebranding is in response to the Pall Water brand joining Trojan Technologies Corp, following a separation from Pall Corp.
Read MoreParker Hannifin starts operating new membrane test rig for fuel cells
Parker Hannifin’s Filtration business has reached a major milestone towards mass producing hollow fibre membrane technology for fuel cell humidification applications.
Read MoreDeeside Cereals finds wastewater solution with Watermark and Landia
Producer of cereals and cereal bars Deeside Cereals has invested in new wastewater treatment equipment to overcome the challenges it was facing with a problematic effluent. The company first introduced […] The post Deeside Cereals finds wastewater solution with Watermark and Landia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUK and New Zealand form new water knowledge-sharing partnership
WRc — a centre of excellence in water sector innovation based in the UK — is working with ProjectMax, a New Zealand consultancy that helps water utilities and central government […] The post UK and New Zealand form new water knowledge-sharing partnership first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUS student wins Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2023
Naomi Park from the USA has won the Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2023 for her research on the removal of carbon dioxide and oil products from the ocean.
Read MoreAlpheus Environmental secures wastewater services contract extension with Scottish distillery
Water and wastewater asset management company Alpheus Environmental has been awarded a five-year extension to its original three-year contract with the Glenmorangie Distillery in Tain, Scotland.
Read MoreStockholm Junior Water Prize 2023 awarded to students aged 15-20
For her research on the removal of carbon dioxide and oil products from the ocean, Naomi Park from the US was awarded the Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2023, an international […] The post Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2023 awarded to students aged 15-20 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreChamber success as Börger pumps take screws out and send energy costs down
Burdened with maintenance, spare parts and high energy costs, a wastewater treatment plant (WTP) has replaced its multi-phase screw pumps with new rotary lobe pumps made by Börger. Installed for […] The post Chamber success as Börger pumps take screws out and send energy costs down first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWaterMeter Corp, WND Mexico and UnaBiz deploy Sigfox 0G technology in Mexico
Mexican water measurement solutions company WaterMeter Corp, WND Mexico and UnaBiz has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deploy 1 million water metres with Sigfox 0G technology in Mexico […] The post WaterMeter Corp, WND Mexico and UnaBiz deploy Sigfox 0G technology in Mexico first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAquaporin and Singapore’s PUB work on biomimetic low-energy RO membrane demo
Danish water technology company Aquaporin and PUB, Singapore’s national water agency, are partnering to develop the world’s first biomimetic low-energy Aquaporin Inside membrane demonstration for NEWater.
Read MoreNuvonic highlights UV technology’s role in aiding global water reuse
During World Water Week, global ultraviolet (UV) technology solutions provider Nuvonic focuses on UV treatment in driving global water reuse. With the EU implementation of a ranging standards for agricultural […] The post Nuvonic highlights UV technology’s role in aiding global water reuse first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOceanWell partners with LVMWD to pilot blue water farm
OceanWell and water utility Las Virgenes Municipal Water District (LVMWD) are partnering to pilot California’s first blue water farm.
Read MoreInternational Space Station dust shows higher chemical contamination than US homes
Concentrations of potentially harmful chemical compounds in dust collected from air filtration systems on the International Space Station (ISS) exceed those found in floor dust from many American homes, a new study reveals.
Read MorePUB completes tunnelling works for Phase 2 of DTSS to convey used water via gravity in Singapore
PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, has concluded tunnelling works for the second phase of the Deep Tunnel Sewerage System (DTSS), which involves the construction of a 98km-long network of deep […] The post PUB completes tunnelling works for Phase 2 of DTSS to convey used water via gravity in Singapore first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreINDA partners with the Waterloo Filtration Institute for FiltXPO 2023
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, is partnering with the Waterloo Filtration Institute (WFI) to produce the 2-day FiltXPO conference program from 10–11 October in Chicago, USA.
Read MoreNanostone Water names Jürgen von Hollen as CCO
Advanced ceramic-based filtration solutions company Nanostone Water has announced the appointment of Jürgen von Hollen as CCO, effective immediately. Jürgen will lead global sales, marketing and business development activities, developing […] The post Nanostone Water names Jürgen von Hollen as CCO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAndritz supplies its first carbon capture plant to the steel industry
An Andritz carbon capture plant has started operating at Voestalpine’s steel mill in Linz, Austria.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser builds production facility in Aurangabad, India
Endress+Hauser has opened a new production building on its campus in Aurangabad, India. This milestone reaffirms the company’s continued investment in production and working environments. The formal inauguration of the […] The post Endress+Hauser builds production facility in Aurangabad, India first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater Reuse Europe Innovation Prize 2023 – Call for entries
Water Reuse Europe, the industry association for the European water reuse sector, is now accepting entries for its Innovation Prize 2023, to recognise professionals who are breaking ground in developing solutions to address the water supply challenges across Europe.
Read MoreGradiant launches Turing, an independent end-to-end digital solutions provider for the water industry
Gradiant, a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment, has established its digital and artificial intelligence (AI) technology business into a wholly-owned independent subsidiary, named Turing. Named after […] The post Gradiant launches Turing, an independent end-to-end digital solutions provider for the water industry first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSun Capital Partners to acquire Koch Separation Solutions
An affiliate of private investment firm Sun Capital Partners has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Koch Separation Solutions (KSS) from Koch Engineered Solutions LLC, a subsidiary of Koch Industries Inc.
Read MoreSWMA celebrate local water champions
To champion water conservation, PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency has announced that nominations are now open for Singapore Watermark Awards (SWMA) to honour organisations for leadership and achievements in advancing […] The post SWMA celebrate local water champions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMicroplastic filtration technology company Matter secures US$10mn in funding
Matter, a UK technology company developing solutions for capturing, harvesting and recycling microplastics, has raised US$10 million in a Series A funding round.
Read MoreAmazon Filters maintains public water supply with same-day delivery
UK filter maker Amazon Filters Ltd has turned round an urgent request from a municipal water company to help maintain the quality of final water at a groundwater station producing four million litres per day with a same-day filter delivery.
Read MoreSingapore scientists develop artificial water channels for more efficient water purification
A team led by scientists from the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) Department of Biological Sciences in collaboration with the French Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) has successfully synthesised a special protein-mimic that can self-assemble into a pore structure.
Read MoreProduct star award for NX Filtration by DBCWEC, China
NX Filtration hollow fibre nanofiltration (dNF) membrane technology has been awarded the product star accolade organised by the Desalination Branch of China Water Enterprises Confederation (DBCWEC) at the Qingdao international […] The post Product star award for NX Filtration by DBCWEC, China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLiqTech explores filtration applications in China
LiqTech International Inc has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Nanjing Wondux Environmental Protection Technology Corp Ltd to explore the application of its advanced filtration system for industrial water treatment in China.
Read MoreMetso to deliver pressure filters to two iron ore projects in India
Metso has been awarded orders, together worth more than €10 million, to deliver concentrate dewatering filters and pumps to two iron ore projects in India.
Read MoreDuPont FilmTec Prime RO wins AIChE Energy and Sustainability Award
DuPont Water Solutions’ new Prime RO portfolio of reverse osmosis membranes has received the American Institute of Chemical Engineers’ (AIChE) 2023 Energy and Sustainability Award.
Read MoreEurope water reuse investment scales to €1.8bn as perpetual scarcity, new regulation, recovery funds accelerate growth
Another summer drought in southern Europe combined with the first-ever EU regulation for wastewater reuse and an influx of resilience and recovery funds (RRF) for new projects is driving investment […] The post Europe water reuse investment scales to €1.8bn as perpetual scarcity, new regulation, recovery funds accelerate growth first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreAlistair MacKinnon is new managing director for NIVUS UK
Prior to expanding NIVUS — the developer, manufacturer and supplier of measurement instrumentation and process conducting systems company — in the UK, Alistair MacKinnon had 25 years of experience with […] The post Alistair MacKinnon is new managing director for NIVUS UK first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCrane Engineering awarded distribution of ITT engineered valves in US
Crane Engineering, a distributor of fluid technology solutions in the Midwest, US, was awarded distributor partnership with ITT engineered valves for Dia-Flo, Cam-Line, Cam-Tite and exclusivity for the Pure-Flo product […] The post Crane Engineering awarded distribution of ITT engineered valves in US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNewterra acquires Environmental Site Solutions
Newterra Inc has acquired the assets of Environmental Site Solutions LLC (ESS), a Seattle area-based supplier of filtration systems tailored to water treatment solutions.
Read MoreMussels inspire new nanoporous membrane
Engineers have developed a new kind of membrane, aspects of which are inspired by mussels, that separates chemicals within wastewater so effectively that they can be reused.
Read MoreCircularity for sustainability, recovering resources for a circular economy
As the world moves from a linear ‘take-make-dispose’ model to a circular economy, circularity for sustainability for the water sector reportedly lies in the potential of sewage treatment plants (STPs) […] The post Circularity for sustainability, recovering resources for a circular economy first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIIT Bombay opens new centre of excellence for membrane technologies
The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) has inaugurated a new Centre of Excellence on Membrane Technologies for Desalination, Brine Management, and Water Recycling.
Read MoreSUEZ and Schneider Electric join forces to accelerate digital services for the water sector
Schneider Electric — the company in the digital transformation of energy management and industrial automation — and SUEZ, a group in digital and circular solutions in waste and water services, […] The post SUEZ and Schneider Electric join forces to accelerate digital services for the water sector first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOldcastle Infrastructure announces smart water technology leak detection partnership with FIDO Tech
Oldcastle Infrastructure, a company in infrastructure solutions, announced its entry into the smart water market through a partnership with FIDO Tech, a UK-based artificial intelligence (AI) and technology solutions provider, […] The post Oldcastle Infrastructure announces smart water technology leak detection partnership with FIDO Tech first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDA world congress 2026 site selection process opens
The International Desalination Association (IDA) welcomes formal bids to host the 2026 IDA world congress on desalination and water reuse solutions to be submitted by 20 Dec 2023. Over four […] The post IDA world congress 2026 site selection process opens first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreATEX compliance keeps combustible dust explosions at bay
Melina Diaz, Product Engineering Manager at Donaldson, outlines the steps required to comply with legislation designed to ensure workplaces are optimally placed to minimize the possibility of combustible dust creating an explosion risk.
Read MoreAustralian study finds HEPA filters substantially improve indoor air quality during bushfires
Portable air purifiers fitted with high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can substantially improve indoor air quality during bushfire events, according to new research from CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency.
Read MoreSwirltex to provide membrane filtration system for US-based transportation company
Swirltex US Inc has secured a multimillion dollar purchase order for its patented membrane filtration system from a large US-based industrial transportation company.
Read MoreH2O Innovation expands emergency drinking water for evacuated Canadians
Canada’s H2O Innovation Inc has provided its support to a community in Northern Alberta by expanding their emergency drinking water supply within just a few weeks.
Read MoreThordon delivers non-metallic bearings for cooling water pumps in Taiwan
Thordon Bearings has strengthened its presence in the Taiwanese market, delivering water lubricated elastomeric polymer bearings for installation to cooling water pumps commissioned for a major power plant expansion project. […] The post Thordon delivers non-metallic bearings for cooling water pumps in Taiwan first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGlobal market for generative AI expected to reach US$1.5tn in revenue by 2033, up from $50bn
“In the water sector, generative artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to simulate water usage scenarios under different conditions, such as climate change, population growth and policy changes. This is […] The post Global market for generative AI expected to reach US$1.5tn in revenue by 2033, up from $50bn first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreWärtsilä Aquarius UV BWMS fitted with Manta filter
Wärtsilä Water and Waste’s Aquarius UV Ballast Water Management System (BWMS) is being launched with a completely new filtration solution.
Read MoreOrder for sludge tanks with Landia JetMix
The first, in the north, has seven Landia JetMix units going into operation in sludge tanks, whilst in the south, nine mixing systems have been specified. One of the mixing […] The post Order for sludge tanks with Landia JetMix first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant partners with SAL to drive digital AI solutions across total water infrastructure
Gradiant, a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment, announced a partnership with SpaceAge Labs (SAL), a digital technology company with a HQ in Singapore focused on water […] The post Gradiant partners with SAL to drive digital AI solutions across total water infrastructure first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew Kranji WRP and Kranji NEWater factory support upcoming developments in Singapore
National Water Agency PUB launched a tender to engage professional engineering services for the proposed redevelopment of Kranji water reclamation plant (WRP) and Kranji NEWater factory. This water infrastructure will […] The post New Kranji WRP and Kranji NEWater factory support upcoming developments in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDE Technologies to design and build new WWTP in India
IDE Technologies has secured a contract from CleanEdge Water Pte Ltd to deliver a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) for a mining industry application in India.
Read MoreMann+Hummel to acquire majority share in China’s U-Air
With rising demand for cleaner air solutions in China, Mann+Hummel is acquiring a majority stake in the Chinese air filtration products manufacturer Suzhou U-Air Environmental Technology, part of Zisun Technology Co Ltd.
Read MoreViews sought on UK water innovation strategy
Sector-wide views on the UK 2050 water innovation strategy are being sought, to inform the future direction of the joint document. Spring, the UK and Ireland centre of excellence for […] The post Views sought on UK water innovation strategy first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRiventa AI solar aim to offset electricity use on pumping stations
An artificial intelligence (AI)-based approach to maximise solar photovoltaic system (PV) system efficiency for water pumping stations has won Riventa a place as a finalist in the £4M Water Discovery […] The post Riventa AI solar aim to offset electricity use on pumping stations first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong Fluid Technology opens new sales office in Germany for European expansion
Armstrong Fluid Technology has relocated its sales office from Mannheim, Germany, to a larger site in Frankfurt to support the company’s European expansion. Armstrong has had a European headquarters (HQ) […] The post Armstrong Fluid Technology opens new sales office in Germany for European expansion first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSKF appoints UK distributor for its RecondOil Box
SKF has signed UK fuels and lubricant company Certas Energy as a distributor of its RecondOil Box.
Read MoreIs water tech the next frontier for investment?
By Angeli Mehta, PhD What we are doing by ignoring water is dangerous. We have put untold trillions to work on behalf of the kilowatt hour. And we put nothing […] The post Is water tech the next frontier for investment? first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEPE to acquire SKF Spandau Pumpen
Ebara Pumps Europe (EPE) has reached an agreement with SKF Lubrication Systems Germany to acquire its coolant pump business Spandau Pumpen. The deal is expected to close at the end […] The post EPE to acquire SKF Spandau Pumpen first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBrazilian water companies select Riventa for pump monitoring
Pump system company Riventa has won a number of new contracts in Brazil for its software as a service (SAS) pump monitoring through its partner environmental services company Toraqua Technologies […] The post Brazilian water companies select Riventa for pump monitoring first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFiltration+Separation July issue – online now
The July 2023 issue of Filtration+Separation magazine highlights the importance of filtration across a range of applications including swimming pools, clean energy and the chemical industry.
Read More15 young talents awarded SSS 2023
Aspiring engineers, chemists and a physicist were among the 15 young individuals who received the Singapore Sustainability Scholarship (SSS) from Grace Fu, minister for sustainability and the environment. The SSS, […] The post 15 young talents awarded SSS 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNuvonic launches UVpro FMT air and surface treatment to boost hygiene standards across industries
Nuvonic, a global ultraviolet (UV) technology solutions provider, has launched UVpro flange module tank (FMT) UVC disinfectors for the treatment of air and surfaces in storage tanks. This solution is […] The post Nuvonic launches UVpro FMT air and surface treatment to boost hygiene standards across industries first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHigh fibre in wastewater handled by Börger pump
A rotary lobe pump made by Börger has helped solve a wastewater processing problem at a textile manufacturer. Taking effluent from the bleaching process into a storage tank, the Börger […] The post High fibre in wastewater handled by Börger pump first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSingapore and the US enhance cooperation on environmental protection
The National Environment Agency (NEA) and US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance bilateral cooperation on environmental management and protection. Fu visited the […] The post Singapore and the US enhance cooperation on environmental protection first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePorous materials network launched at the University of Bath
A new porous materials research network will bring together diverse research from across disciplines to design new materials and understand how they can be applied in a range of important applications including renewable energy, drug delivery and water filtration.
Read MoreOsmosun signs a development partnership with the Emergency Architects Foundation
Osmosun, a provider of solar-powered seawater and brackish water desalination solutions, signed a partnership with French non-governmental organisation Emergency Architects Foundation with the aim for a large-scale deployment of an […] The post Osmosun signs a development partnership with the Emergency Architects Foundation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGlobal food supplier selects WCSEE treatment system
Global food supplier Griffith Foods has selected WCS Environmental Engineering technology to enhance the wastewater treatment process at its UK site in Wincanton, Somerset. Its previous on-site water treatment system […] The post Global food supplier selects WCSEE treatment system first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration reports delay in revenue growth and increasing lead time in pilot conversion
Global provider of direct nanofiltration (dNF) technology for pure and affordable water NX Filtration reported a delay in revenue growth that is caused by longer lead times to convert pilot […] The post NX Filtration reports delay in revenue growth and increasing lead time in pilot conversion first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDA announces signing MoU with the Canada Ocean Racing Be Water Positive team
The International Desalination Association (IDA) has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Canada Ocean Racing Be Water Positive team. Their mission is to be the […] The post IDA announces signing MoU with the Canada Ocean Racing Be Water Positive team first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser expands Gerlingen site
Liquid analysis technology from Endress+Hauser is used in areas such as when utilities need to ensure the cleanliness of drinking water or when pharmaceutical companies want to produce high-quality vaccines. […] The post Endress+Hauser expands Gerlingen site first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePre-registration opens for Taiwan International Water Week 2023
Visitor pre-registration is now open for the Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW) 2023, organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA).
Read MoreGEA builds new logistics center for Separation & Flow Technologies division
GEA is investing in a new logistics center in Sehnde near Hanover in Germany, for the supply of spare parts for all plants and components of GEA’s Separation & Flow Technologies division.
Read MoreNew screen orders captured by SPIRAC
SPIRAC has won a new order to supply four of its screens to wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) in the Midlands, UK. In the west Midlands, two of SPIRAC BANDGUARD screens […] The post New screen orders captured by SPIRAC first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreChampioning ecological transformation in Asia-Pacific
Frédéric Thery, CEO of Veolia Water Technologies in Asia-Pacific, gives updates about the group’s sustainability pursuits into the next half of 2023. With Hubgrade, a new smart monitoring solution, and […] The post Championing ecological transformation in Asia-Pacific first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHydroleap raises US$4.4m in Series A funding to enter new APAC markets and boost green wastewater treatment capabilities
Hydroleap, a green wastewater technology company headquartered in Singapore, has raised $4.4M in Series A funding as it gears up for its next growth milestone in APAC with the purpose […] The post Hydroleap raises US$4.4m in Series A funding to enter new APAC markets and boost green wastewater treatment capabilities first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreAndritz tailors decanter centrifuges for industrial oil recovery
Andritz has enhanced its range of three phase decanter centrifuges for oil recovery in the most challenging industrial applications.
Read MoreSuperior Felt & Filtration expands its medical filtration services offering
Contract manufacturer Superior Felt & Filtration (SF&F), which specializes in air and liquid medical filtration technology, has added new services to its portfolio, including plastic injection molding, pinsonic lamination and inline pleating.
Read MoreWater sustainability depends on meaningful cooperation
Ulrik Gernow, executive vice-president and COO of Grundfos, discusses how the group — the first in the water solutions sector to receive full validation of its 2050 net-zero target from […] The post Water sustainability depends on meaningful cooperation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRiventa makes headway in Brazil with SAS pump monitoring
Riventa, with its pumps and blowers, has clinched new contracts in Brazil through its partner in São Paulo, Toraqua Technologies. Five public and private water companies are said to benefit […] The post Riventa makes headway in Brazil with SAS pump monitoring first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont launches nanofiltration membrane elements for lithium-brine purification
DuPont has commercially launched the new DuPont FilmTec LiNE-XD nanofiltration membrane elements for lithium brine purification.
Read MoreMicronics acquires dry filtration specialist AFT from FLSmidth
The Micronics Engineered Filtration Group has acquired FLSmidth’s filter media division AFT.
Read MoreTIWW 2023 pre-registration is now open: Explore Taiwan’s water tradeshow for cutting-edge solutions and lucrative Business opportunities
Visitor pre-registration is now open for the Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW) 2023, organised by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA). This esteemed trade show will take place from […] The post TIWW 2023 pre-registration is now open: Explore Taiwan’s water tradeshow for cutting-edge solutions and lucrative Business opportunities first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreEndress+Hauser opens innovation cluster
Endress+Hauser inaugurated its new site at the Freiburg Innovation Center FRIZ. The Group bundles various research and development activities there. Pictured (from left): Dr Mirko Lehmann (Managing Director Endress+Hauser Flow), […] The post Endress+Hauser opens innovation cluster first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMann+Hummel appoints new VP for Integrated Business Services
Mann+Hummel has appointed Nicole Schuler as its new Group Vice President Integrated Business Services.
Read MoreDonaldson expands in Life Sciences with acquisition of Univercells Technologies
Donaldson Co Inc has acquired Univercells Technologies, a Belgian producer of biomanufacturing solutions for cell and gene therapy research, development and commercial manufacturing.
Read MoreAhlstrom’s tea filter range now certified for home composting
Ahlstrom’s non-heat sealable tea filter range, including filter papers RegTea Green and RegTea TrulyNatural, has received certification for home compostability.
Read MoreMikisew Group increases its investment in Canada’s JL Filtration
Mikisew Group, through its private investment division, has purchased ATB Private Equity’s equity holdings in Canada’s JL Filtration.
Read MoreMetso to deliver separation equipment to Zambian copper mine
Canada’s First Quantum Minerals has placed an order worth more than €20 million with Metso for the delivery of minerals processing equipment to its Kansanshi copper mine S3 expansion in Zambia.
Read MoreSamotics and PIP partner to scale the global adoption of condition monitoring and energy efficiency solutions
Samotics, a provider of insights to eliminate industrial energy waste and unplanned downtime, has partnered with Partners in Performance (PIP) — a global player in operations for complex organisations — […] The post Samotics and PIP partner to scale the global adoption of condition monitoring and energy efficiency solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreSolenis completes acquisition of Diversey for US$4.6bn
Solenis, a manufacturer of specialty chemicals used in water-intensive industries, has completed its acquisition of Diversey, effective 5 Jul 2023, in an all-cash transaction valued at an enterprise value of […] The post Solenis completes acquisition of Diversey for US$4.6bn first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAnaergia affiliate Kent County bioenergy facility awarded US$5m grant from Michigan, US
Kent County bioenergy facility, a subsidiary of Anaergia, has been awarded a US$5m grant from the Michigan public service commission in support of developing its project in partnership with the […] The post Anaergia affiliate Kent County bioenergy facility awarded US$5m grant from Michigan, US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCortec biobased scale remover improves heat exchange efficiency
Scale and rust can build up over time in heat exchangers, chillers, cooling towers, and other circulating water systems when not properly treated. Failing to prevent scale buildup is said […] The post Cortec biobased scale remover improves heat exchange efficiency first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBusiness integration creates leakage offering
The integration of technology companies Ovarro and ControlPoint is delivering a one-stop-shop for leakage reduction, detection and prevention. ControlPoint provides technical services to ensure correct installation of a range of […] The post Business integration creates leakage offering first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos acquires Metasphere to pioneer water solutions
Grundfos, a global company in advanced pump solutions and water technologies, has completed the acquisition of XPV Water Partners portfolio company Metasphere, a provider of telemetry and analytics solutions for […] The post Grundfos acquires Metasphere to pioneer water solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBoard appointees mark new phase for Spring
Spring, the UK and Ireland centre of excellence for water innovation, has announced the appointment of three new board members to help steer the organisation into its next phase. Graeme […] The post Board appointees mark new phase for Spring first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThe top filtration news stories in June
3M’s US$146 million investment in biopharma filtration, Samsung’s new washing machine filter and Porometer’s new pore size measurement instrument were the most-read news stories on the Filtration+Separation website during June.
Read MoreAhlstrom partners with UK start-up on biochar project
Ahlstrom is collaborating with the UK start-up Black Bull Biochar to help pilot the production of biochar, a greenhouse gas removal technology, for agricultural use.
Read MoreNTT DOCOMO group to release trial AI system for monitoring river and reservoir water levels
Japan’s telecommunications company NTT DOCOMO, NTT Communications and NTT Comware announced that they will provide a trial version of an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system for monitoring water levels of rivers […] The post NTT DOCOMO group to release trial AI system for monitoring river and reservoir water levels first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNordson expands into precision agriculture market with ARAG acquisition
Nordson Corp has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Italian agriculture fluid management company ARAG Group in an all-cash transaction valued at €960 million.
Read MoreMetso awarded repeat filter orders in the Americas
Metso has secured repeat orders for filter modernization, plate packs and related services from a number of major mining companies in North, Central and South America.
Read MoreHydroleap appoints water technology veteran as COO, poised to scale
Hydroleap, the next-generation green wastewater technology company, announced the appointment of the water industry veteran, Allan Toh as its first COO. With over 29 years in the field having served […] The post Hydroleap appoints water technology veteran as COO, poised to scale first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAmmonia removal success leads to equipment purchase
Wastewater treatment technology hired to provide enhanced ammonia removal at a village works has been purchased permanently by Wessex Water. The water utility, which serves south-west England, UK, hired two […] The post Ammonia removal success leads to equipment purchase first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems’ new capabilities for carbon assessment in iTwin experience
Bentley Systems — the infrastructure engineering software company — has announced the availability of new carbon assessment capabilities in iTwin experience to enable infrastructure professionals to quantify carbon reduction opportunities […] The post Bentley Systems’ new capabilities for carbon assessment in iTwin experience first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCerafiltec inaugurates new facility in Germany
Cerafiltec, the ceramic flat membrane (CFM) technology specialist, has officially opened its landmark production, science and technology center in Saarbrücken, Germany.
Read MoreInfoTiles makes US debut with Water Council partnership
Digital water technology company InfoTiles is demonstrating its digital analytics software in front of industry professionals and global investors at the Water Council headquarters in Milwaukee, US this month. The […] The post InfoTiles makes US debut with Water Council partnership first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSLE helps obtain largest water contamination settlement in history
In collaboration with a small group of firms leading the aqueous film forming foams (AFFF) multi-district litigation efforts, SL Environmental law group (SLE) announced a tentative settlement, worth between US$10.3 […] The post SLE helps obtain largest water contamination settlement in history first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAnaergia appoints Brett Hodson as CEO
Anaergia, a global renewable fuels company, announced the appointment of Brett Hodson as CEO succeeding its founder and chairman, Dr Andrew Benedek as CEO. Dr Benedek will continue to serve […] The post Anaergia appoints Brett Hodson as CEO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYoung innovators from 78 countries develop new solutions to world’s water challenges
Students from 78 countries have proposed ideas to address intensifying global water challenges with entries in the 2023 Global Student Innovation Challenge hosted by water technology company Xylem. More than […] The post Young innovators from 78 countries develop new solutions to world’s water challenges first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMemsift Innovations partners with Parry Enterprises, a Murugappa group company, for membrane manufacturing
Singapore-based membrane technology solutions provider Memsift Innovations has announced its partnership with Parry Enterprises, a company under the Indian conglomerate Murugappa group. This collaboration aims to revolutionise the membrane manufacturing […] The post Memsift Innovations partners with Parry Enterprises, a Murugappa group company, for membrane manufacturing first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEmber Infrastructure acquires Ground/Water Treatment & Technology
Ground/Water Treatment & Technology LLC (GWTT) has received a majority growth investment from funds managed by the New York private equity firm Ember Infrastructure.
Read MoreVeolia saves Nile river freshwater for Ezz Steel in Egypt
Veolia Water Technologies Egypt has deployed seven brackish water reverse osmosis mobile water treatment units for Ezz Steel, allowing the steel producer to switch cooling water supply from the Nile river to desalinated seawater.
Read MoreMemsift Innovations teams up with India’s Parry Enterprises for membrane manufacturing
Singapore based Memsift Innovations has entered into a strategic membrane manufacturing partnership with Parry Enterprises India Ltd, part of the Murugappa Group.
Read MoreHydroxsys partners with the University of Auckland to further develop its membrane technology
The New Zealand cleantech startup Hydroxsys is partnering with the University of Auckland and the technology research and development network New Zealand Product Accelerator to further develop and commercialise its patented membrane filtration technology.
Read MoreDarco Vietnam clean water supply project commences operations
Darco Water Technologies — a provider of integrated engineering and solutions for water treatment, wastewater management, clean water supply and vacuum solid waste management — announced the completion of the […] The post Darco Vietnam clean water supply project commences operations first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSteve Aiken earns highest MWEA honour
Dedicated to the water and wastewater industry for more than half a century, Duperon regional sales manager Steve Aiken has been named recipient of the Michigan Water Environment Association (MWEA) […] The post Steve Aiken earns highest MWEA honour first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies secures water production for Ezz Steel, saving freshwater from the Nile River
Water treatment specialist Veolia Water Technologies Egypt deployed seven brackish water reverse osmosis (RO) mobile water treatment units to treat desalinated water, saving freshwater resources while helping steel producer Ezz […] The post Veolia Water Technologies secures water production for Ezz Steel, saving freshwater from the Nile River first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMetso to provide pressure filtration units for Algerian iron concentrator plant
Metso has signed a contract worth more than €10 million with Sinosteel Corporation for the delivery of seven Larox FFP2512 pressure filtration units to Tosyali’s iron concentrator plant expansion in Algeria.
Read MoreFILTECH 2024 – Save the date
The next FILTECH trade fair and congress will take place 12–14 November 2024 in Cologne, Germany.
Read MoreOvarro leakage service centre increases European capacity
Technology company Ovarro has opened a new leakage service centre for European customers, based at the company’s manufacturing facility in Steenwijk, Netherlands. The Ovarro European Service Centre is a dedicated […] The post Ovarro leakage service centre increases European capacity first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWavin Singapore wins at SBR International Business Awards
Wavin Singapore, a solutions provider for the building and infrastructure industry, has won in the Construction Technology category at the SBR International Business Awards with the launch of the Wavin […] The post Wavin Singapore wins at SBR International Business Awards first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDigital water saves millions for communities
Water utilities are increasingly embracing data analytics and digital technology to optimise operations, save millions for communities and increase water networks’ resilience to climate change. Insights from 18 global water […] The post Digital water saves millions for communities first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos opens a SP sub factory in Semarang, Indonesia
In collaboration with local industry expert Tehnik Optima Pompa, pump solutions company Grundfos aims to provide large-scale deep-well pump solutions tailored to the needs of industries in Semarang and throughout […] The post Grundfos opens a SP sub factory in Semarang, Indonesia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOrbis and VODA.ai partnership boosts leakage offering
Water technology company Orbis Intelligent Systems and artificial intelligence (AI) specialist VODA.ai have entered into a partnership to support US utilities and municipalities with their leakage strategies. Orbis develops data-driven […] The post Orbis and VODA.ai partnership boosts leakage offering first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEnvirogen mobilises for water shortages
With hosepipe bans being extended in parts of South West England, and warnings of water shortages elsewhere, Envirogen Group has increased production of its Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) Regulation 31-compliant mobile water filtration systems to help water utilities and municipalities supply potable water from ground sources.
Read MoreVeolia to deliver energy-efficient desalination plant in Abu Dhabi
Veolia, through its subsidiary SIDEM, is leading a consortium in charge of the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) on the Mirfa 2 desalination project in Abu Dhabi.
Read MoreVeolia SIDEM to design one of the world’s largest energy-efficient desalination plants in UAE
SIDEM, a Veolia subsidiary specialised in desalination operations, will lead a consortium in charge of the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) on the Mirfa 2 desalination project commissioned by Abu […] The post Veolia SIDEM to design one of the world’s largest energy-efficient desalination plants in UAE first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAquatic Informatics launches HydroCorrect
Global software company Aquatic Informatics launched HydroCorrect, a new automated data validation tool that can power proactive monitoring and management of groundwater, flooding, and water quality in the Aquarius platform. […] The post Aquatic Informatics launches HydroCorrect first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNovasep Process Solutions renamed Applexion
Novasep Process Solutions, a provider of liquid separation and purification solutions for the agro-food industry, has completed its carve out from Axplora Group and become Applexion.
Read MoreAnaergia appoints Andrew Spence as CFO
Anaerobic Digestion (AD) solutions company Anaergia announced the appointment of Andrew Spence as CFO from 12 Jun 2023. In his prior roles, Spence led finance teams that grew and performed […] The post Anaergia appoints Andrew Spence as CFO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNobel Laureate Public Lecture in ICMAT 2023
Prof. M. Stanley Whittingham is the recipient of The Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2019 “for the development of lithium-ion batteries”. A Nobel Laureate public lecture will be held by Prof. M. Stanley Whittingham from Binghamton University (SUNY), USA on Energy Storage will Reduce Global Warming. Date: 28 June 2023 (Wednesday) Time: 5:30 PM – […]
Read MoreNTU Sustainability Challenge 2023
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is working with Enterprise Singapore (ESG) to launch the NTU Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 2023. The challenge statements spans over three critical areas. Energy, Water, and User Behavior. Some of these challenge statements may be of relevance to you. The briefing session will be held at NTU on 27 June 2023. The application […]
Read MoreGrundfos Thailand celebrates 30 years of sustainable water solutions
Grundfos, a global company in advanced pump solutions and water technologies, marked its 30th anniversary of operations in Thailand. This comes amid rising demand for more sustainable products business practices, […] The post Grundfos Thailand celebrates 30 years of sustainable water solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More120Water and BlueConduit announce partnership to bring ML to utilities focused on finding and replacing lead service lines
Digital water platform 120Water and BlueConduit, a water analytics company, have announced their strategic partnership to enhance water quality solutions and promote safe drinking water for communities across US. This […] The post 120Water and BlueConduit announce partnership to bring ML to utilities focused on finding and replacing lead service lines first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreLiqTech wins further swimming pool filtration orders
LiqTech International Inc has secured orders for 10 commercial swimming pool water filtration systems in New Zealand, Portugal and the UK together worth US$0.7 million.
Read MoreOnsite biological treatment will enhance river quality
Technology from WCS Environmental Engineering has been selected by United Utilities to deliver biological treatment at a new wastewater treatment works. The UK utility is investing £8.2m in the new […] The post Onsite biological treatment will enhance river quality first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNijhuis Saur Industries completes first full-scale ozone solution at a Dutch STP for micropollutants and medical residue removal
After analysing treatment plants in the field of medical residues in wastewater, the Dutch sewage treatment plant (STP) at Houten, Netherlands emerged as a national hotspot. This micropollutants removal solutions […] The post Nijhuis Saur Industries completes first full-scale ozone solution at a Dutch STP for micropollutants and medical residue removal first appeared on Water […]
Read More120Water highlights LCRR compliance programme management capabilities
Water programme management partner 120Water sharpens its focus on providing solutions for the full scope of lead and copper rule revision (LCRR) compliance at the American Water Works Association (AWWA) […] The post 120Water highlights LCRR compliance programme management capabilities first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSamsung launches new washing machine filter to protect oceans from microplastics
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd has launched the Less Microfiber Filter, an external washing machine filter designed to significantly reduce plastic microfiber emissions during laundry cycles.
Read MoreIn-Situ introduces Aqua TROLL seven-port water quality instruments
Water monitoring company In-Situ introduced the Aqua TROLL 700 and 800 multiparameter sondes, a seven-port water monitoring instruments. This will expand the company’s Aqua TROLL portfolio, which includes both five-port […] The post In-Situ introduces Aqua TROLL seven-port water quality instruments first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem next-generation ultrasonic water meter helps customer service for North American utilities
The largest water users in a utility’s customer base typically hail from commercial and industrial (C&I) businesses that depend on reliable water access to function. This specialised customer group requires […] The post Xylem next-generation ultrasonic water meter helps customer service for North American utilities first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEntegris breaks ground for manufacturing center of excellence in Colorado Springs
Entegris Inc has held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new US$600 million manufacturing center of excellence in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
Read MoreEriez magnetic separators remove small tramp metal in glass making
Magnetic separators from Eriez are helping glass manufacturers to remove tramp metal particulates from the mixing and blending of raw ingredients such as silica, soda ash and limestone prior to the melting process in a furnace.
Read MoreWater treatment plant installs new Borger pumps for membrane filtration
Fourteen rotary lobe pumps made by Borger have been installed for a membrane filtration application at a water treatment plant. Achieving a total output of up to 10,000m³/hr, the Borger […] The post Water treatment plant installs new Borger pumps for membrane filtration first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUsing vacuum UV, ozone and activated carbon for micropollutant removal in Danish wastewater treatment
A project by the environmental technology development and demonstration programme at the Slagelse Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) in Denmark shows that low-dose ozonation and vacuum UV can extend the lifespan […] The post Using vacuum UV, ozone and activated carbon for micropollutant removal in Danish wastewater treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArup urges government and business rethink to tackle climate change through a water lens
Arup, a global professional services firm dedicated to sustainable development, is calling on governments and businesses on the frontline of the water sector to fundamentally reshape the way they operate. […] The post Arup urges government and business rethink to tackle climate change through a water lens first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSustainability key to boosting filter performance
Filtration technology can be a key tool for lowering the impact of damaging phenomena such as sewage or stormwater. But as we discover here, the filters themselves can play a major role in reducing environmental impact while still delivering optimal results.
Read MorePUB funds up to S$5m from $1m for businesses’ water recycling projects from July
National water agency PUB will raise its funding cap for water recycling projects under the Water Efficiency Fund (WEF) from S$1m to $5m from 1 Jul 2023 to improve payback […] The post PUB funds up to S$5m from $1m for businesses’ water recycling projects from July first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia expands mobile water services fleet in China
Veolia Water Technologies, a solutions provider for water and wastewater treatment, adds new modular trailer-mounted reverse osmosis (RO) systems to its mobile water services fleet in China — expanding its […] The post Veolia expands mobile water services fleet in China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems announces Allen Li as general manager, China
Bentley Systems, the infrastructure engineering software company, announced that Allen Li has been appointed to the new role of general manager, China, reporting to chief revenue officer Brock Ballard. Li […] The post Bentley Systems announces Allen Li as general manager, China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreValmet to supply lime mud filter for new pulp mill in China
Valmet will deliver key pulp mill technology, including a lime mud filter, to Shandong Huatai Paper’s new pulp mill in Shandong province in China.
Read MoreMaag Group expands in China
Switzerland’s Maag Group is expanding its presence in China creating additional production capacity and introducing new products specifically for the Chinese market.
Read MoreAnaergia signs contract to build food waste and wastewater sludge co-digestion facility at Monterey One Water in California, US
Anaergia announced it will provide technologies that will enable Monterey One Water, the wastewater utility of northern Monterey County, California, US to make renewable energy from food waste as well […] The post Anaergia signs contract to build food waste and wastewater sludge co-digestion facility at Monterey One Water in California, US first appeared on […]
Read MoreOTT HydroMet celebrates 150th anniversary
For 150 years, OTT HydroMet product brand OTT has been pioneering hydrological and meteorological instrumentation. Originating in Germany, OTT has since expanded to be a global industry leader providing quality […] The post OTT HydroMet celebrates 150th anniversary first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePorometer launches new pore size measurement instrument
Porometer has launched the Porolux Revo, a new instrument for pore size measurement.
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Read More3M invests US$146mn in biopharma filtration
3M is investing US$146 million to expand its capabilities in biopharma filtration technology.
Read MoreCentrisys/CNP to supply centrifuge and thermal hydrolysis process for Ohio WWTP
Centrisys/CNP is to provide a CS18-4 skid-mounted centrifuge system and a PONDUS sludge hydrolysis process for an upgrade of the Columbiana County Wastewater Treatment Plant in Salem, Ohio, USA.
Read MoreSchenck Process to sell its Food and Performance Materials business to Hillenbrand
The Schenck Process Group has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Food and Performance Material (FPM) business to the industrial company Hillenbrand Inc.
Read MoreA breath of fresh air in vehicle technology
The quality of the air we breathe has come into sharp focus with the Coronavirus pandemic. Here we discover how car manufacturers are now installing advanced filtration systems to ensure the comfort and safety of occupants in the face of a wide range of pollutants.
Read MoreAdvancing water treatment for a sustainable future
In a new series on universities, we put a spotlight on Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), a research-intensive public university and home to the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI).
Read MoreSky’s the limit for airline filtration technology
A widely held belief is that if you travel by air, then there is a higher risk of catching an infection from other passengers. Not true, say aircraft manufacturers and airlines, thanks to advanced filtration systems. We investigate why.
Read MoreFILTECH 2023: 12 must-see exhibitors in Cologne
FILTECH 2023 will provide a platform for the entire filtration sector to get together in Cologne, Germany from 14–16 February 2023. Here is our pick of what not to miss at the exhibition.
Read MoreTwin Frecciarossa: The Matec solution for the filtration market
A double filter press for a quicker filtration treatment.
Read MorePioneering companies win Lighthouse Award
Collaboration was the key to success for seven winners of the 2023 Lighthouse Awards, which were presented during BlueTech Forum in Edinburgh, Scotland. Pioneers and visionaries within the water sector […] The post Pioneering companies win Lighthouse Award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMajor investment gives InfoTiles global potential
Digital water technology company InfoTiles is enhancing its software technology following investment from Netherlands-based venture capital fund 4impact. In collaboration with existing Norwegian investors, ProVenture and industrial-utility company Lyse Vekst, […] The post Major investment gives InfoTiles global potential first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos appointed as the industry partner to support SP green campus ambitions
Grundfos, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technology, has been appointed by Singapore Polytechnic (SP) to be its industry partner to co-drive and support its decarbonisation journey […] The post Grundfos appointed as the industry partner to support SP green campus ambitions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCentrisys/CNP secures contract for PONDUS THP installation in the US
Centrisys/CNP — a North American manufacturer of decanter centrifuges and advanced biosolids treatment technologies — announced it has been awarded the contract to upgrade the Salem, Ohio Columbiana County Wastewater […] The post Centrisys/CNP secures contract for PONDUS THP installation in the US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNuvonic launches UV solutions for enhanced water treatment
Nuvonic, a global UV technology solutions provider, has launched three UV solutions designed to enhance water treatment processes. The first of these solutions, Nuvonic UV Connect, is a cost-effective solution […] The post Nuvonic launches UV solutions for enhanced water treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont wins Edie Award for sustainability benefits of CCRO technology
American multinational chemical company DuPont received an Edie Award honouring the benefits of its closed circuit reverse osmosis (CCRO) technology in supporting industrial and commercial customers’ sustainability goals. The technology […] The post DuPont wins Edie Award for sustainability benefits of CCRO technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEF selects strategic transition specialist as interim leader
The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has selected Patrick Nichols to serve as its interim executive director, effective 1 Jun 2023. After taking the reins from outgoing executive director Walter Marlowe, […] The post WEF selects strategic transition specialist as interim leader first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAurecon to consult on potable water service reservoir project in Singapore
International design, engineering and advisory company Aurecon has been appointed by PUB, Singapore’s national water agency, to conduct a feasibility study and conceptual design of a new potable water service […] The post Aurecon to consult on potable water service reservoir project in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePani wins distinction as Breakthrough Technology Company of the Year
Canadian cloud-based machine learning (ML) software platform Pani has been honoured with the distinction prize in the Breakthrough Technology Company of the Year category at the 2023 Global Water Awards […] The post Pani wins distinction as Breakthrough Technology Company of the Year first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem completes acquisition of Evoqua
Xylem, a global water technology company announced it has completed its acquisition of Evoqua Water Technologies, a leader in mission-critical water treatment solutions and services, in an all-stock transaction valued […] The post Xylem completes acquisition of Evoqua first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDaru island, Papua New Guinea achieves water independence
A small island in the South Fly District of western province Papua New Guinea is benefitting from a renewable powered project that is now providing clean, potable water to its […] The post Daru island, Papua New Guinea achieves water independence first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont named 2023 Water Technology Company of the Year
DuPont Water Solutions has been named Water Technology Company of the Year at the Global Water Awards, for innovating solutions that address water challenges. In addition to receiving this award, […] The post DuPont named 2023 Water Technology Company of the Year first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBPMA delivers pump training in Baku
Rapid Solutions, the global provider of electrical, instrumentation, hydraulic and mechanical engineering services has hired British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) pump training for staff working on a project in Baku, […] The post BPMA delivers pump training in Baku first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGlobal water and wastewater utilities take aim at climate change
Water and wastewater utilities are executing ambitious decarbonisation goals, according to a new survey of 100 utilities in North America and Europe. Sponsored by global water technology group Xylem, the […] The post Global water and wastewater utilities take aim at climate change first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreKSB new waste water impeller combines efficiency and reliability
In an expansion of its range of pumps suitable for handling untreated waste water, the KSB group has developed a new radial multi-vane, open design impeller. The D-max impeller is […] The post KSB new waste water impeller combines efficiency and reliability first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant raises US$225m to accelerate business expansion
Gradiant, a global end-to-end solutions provider of advanced water and wastewater treatment, has raised US$225m in its first close of Series D financing. The round was led by BoltRock Holdings […] The post Gradiant raises US$225m to accelerate business expansion first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser recognises achievements of its innovators
Endress+Hauser invested more money in R&D in 2022, underscoring its innovation ambitions. Innovators from across the group were honoured at the annual Innovators’ Meeting. Since 2000, Endress+Hauser has invited all […] The post Endress+Hauser recognises achievements of its innovators first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater companies must show customer benefits
Major infrastructure improvements in the water sector in the 2024 Price Review (PR24) will require companies to better demonstrate how any increase in water bills will benefit customers, according to […] The post Water companies must show customer benefits first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater operators enabled to cut CO2e emissions by 2.8 million metric tonnes using Xylem technology
Global water technology company Xylem delivered progress towards its sustainability goals in 2022, including enabling water utilities to reduce their CO2e emissions by 2.8 million metric tonnes since 2019. Through […] The post Water operators enabled to cut CO2e emissions by 2.8 million metric tonnes using Xylem technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGentrack and the WAF partner to enhance efficiency and customer experience
The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) has engaged utilities business company Gentrack for a transformation project to deliver operational cost savings and transform the customer experience for Fiji customers. WAF, […] The post Gentrack and the WAF partner to enhance efficiency and customer experience first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration receives two distinction awards at the Global Water Summit 2023
NX Filtration, the global provider of direct nanofiltration technology for pure water, received two distinction awards from Global Water Intelligence (GWI) at the annual Global Water Summit, the business conference […] The post NX Filtration receives two distinction awards at the Global Water Summit 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOvarro announces Barbara Hathaway as leakage technology leader
Technology company Ovarro has announced the appointment of Barbara Hathaway as its new technology leader specialising in leakage solutions. Hathaway joined the technology company 27 years ago as a software […] The post Ovarro announces Barbara Hathaway as leakage technology leader first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCentrisys/CNP to feature dewatering pilot trailer at Residuals and Biosolids Conference 2023
Centrisys/CNP, a North American manufacturer of decanter centrifuges and advanced biosolids treatment technologies, will showcase its dewatering centrifuge pilot trailer at the upcoming International Water Association and Water Environment Federation […] The post Centrisys/CNP to feature dewatering pilot trailer at Residuals and Biosolids Conference 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMajor thermodynamic pump test breakthrough in California for MWD
A pilot project for the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) of southern California, US has proved speed, cost reduction and accuracy of thermodynamic pump testing. Funded by non-for-profit collective, Waterstart, MWD […] The post Major thermodynamic pump test breakthrough in California for MWD first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHigh-strength wastewater challenge for township’s new package facility
Consulting engineers Gosling Czubak Engineering Sciences designed a new facility to serve the Haring township wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) — which has biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) in excess of 700mg/l […] The post High-strength wastewater challenge for township’s new package facility first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More“This filtration system does not require electricity”
Prof Thalappil Pradeep — winner of 2022 VinFuture Special Prize for innovators from developing countries — has developed a low-cost filtration system to remove arsenic from groundwater, helping more than […] The post “This filtration system does not require electricity” first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMascara NT becomes OSMOSUN
Known since its creation under the corporate name ‘Mascara NT’, the French company specialising in water treatment solutions with the use of renewable energies changes its name to adopt the […] The post Mascara NT becomes OSMOSUN first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia May/June 2023
“This filtration system does not require electricity”: Interview with Prof Thalappil Pradeep, winner of 2022 VinFuture Special Prize for innovators from developing countries Kori Odyssey: The sail to secure drinking water in Pacific islands NM3’s environmental monitoring innovation The post Water & Wastewater Asia May/June 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMentorAPM and UNGANCO bring asset management to First Nations
One year after more than US$4m of Australian Government funding was announced, software solutions company MentorAPM and engineering consulting firm UNGANCO have reached the halfway mark of an asset management […] The post MentorAPM and UNGANCO bring asset management to First Nations first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration announces Jeroen Pynenburg as CEO
NX Filtration, the global provider of direct nanofiltration technology for pure and affordable water, announces the appointment of Jeroen Pynenburg as CEO. Michiel Staatsen, who currently holds both the positions […] The post NX Filtration announces Jeroen Pynenburg as CEO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant advances sustainability in mining through partnerships with SLB, Rio Tinto and an Australian global mining company
Gradiant, a global solutions provider and developer for advanced water and wastewater treatment, has announced partnerships with SLB, Rio Tinto, and an Australian global mining company to improve sustainability in […] The post Gradiant advances sustainability in mining through partnerships with SLB, Rio Tinto and an Australian global mining company first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreWastewater-borne environmental pollution from textile microfibres requires urgent action
Microfibres are becoming a source of pollution as they often enter marine systems and waterways and are subsequently consumed by aquatic and other wildlife. The textile manufacturing supply chain consists […] The post Wastewater-borne environmental pollution from textile microfibres requires urgent action first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreImproved AWWA C904 for underground potable PEX water service line installation
According to non-profit North American trade association Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI), the updated AWWA C904-22 contains information for proper installation of underground PEX potable water service lines to replace lead […] The post Improved AWWA C904 for underground potable PEX water service line installation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMAB celebrates 15 years with expansion of HDPE pipe educational and technical programmes
The Municipal Advisory Board (MAB) is celebrating its 15th anniversary. Formed on 1 May 2008, MAB serves as an independent, non-commercial adviser to the municipal and industrial division of the […] The post MAB celebrates 15 years with expansion of HDPE pipe educational and technical programmes first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More120Water hosts four-part May webinar series
120Water, the solutions provider for lead reduction and drinking water programmes, continues to provide tools to water professionals with its offering, an informative four-part webinar series. The month-long initiative will […] The post 120Water hosts four-part May webinar series first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont prepares to attend Global Water Summit 2023
DuPont Water Solutions has been shortlisted for Water Technology Company of the Year at the accompanying Global Water Awards. A delegation from DuPont Water Solutions is preparing to attend the […] The post DuPont prepares to attend Global Water Summit 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAnaergia secures contract to supply waste-to-biogas solution for PepsiCo in South Africa
Anaergia announced it is providing its technologies, engineering and process design for a new facility that will convert food processing waste into renewable energy at PepsiCo’s Simba Chips plant in […] The post Anaergia secures contract to supply waste-to-biogas solution for PepsiCo in South Africa first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThe market for laboratory water purifiers expands in R&D
The global market for laboratory water purifiers is anticipated to grow, by the end of the forecast period, the market for laboratory water purifiers is expected to be worth US$29.6bn, […] The post The market for laboratory water purifiers expands in R&D first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDe Nora commissions 20 CECHLO-MS systems at 10 water treatment works for Hong Kong WSD
Industrie De Nora — Italian multinational listed on the Euronext Milan specialising in electrochemical processes — has completed the commissioning of CECHLO-MS systems for the Hong Kong Water Supplies Department […] The post De Nora commissions 20 CECHLO-MS systems at 10 water treatment works for Hong Kong WSD first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies to deliver MBBR system to Käppala wastewater treatment plant in Sweden
Veolia Water Technologies’ subsidiary AnoxKaldnes, an expert in moving bed biofilm reactor (MBBR) based solutions, will supply its space saving and capacity increasing solution to support the upgrade of Käppalaverket, […] The post Veolia Water Technologies to deliver MBBR system to Käppala wastewater treatment plant in Sweden first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYokogawa to supply control systems for world-scale seawater desalination plant in Saudi Arabia
Yokogawa Electric Corporation announced that its subsidiary, Yokogawa Saudi Arabia, has received an order from the Saline Water Conversion Corporation to supply control systems and other solutions for the One […] The post Yokogawa to supply control systems for world-scale seawater desalination plant in Saudi Arabia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont OxyMem MABR poised for installation at Elmira WWTP, Canada
Later this year, several DuPont OxyMem membrane aerated biofilm reactor (MABR) modules will be installed at the Elmira Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) to increase biological treatment capacity, thus becoming the […] The post DuPont OxyMem MABR poised for installation at Elmira WWTP, Canada first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePumps for Riventa to test as Welsh Water commits to net zero
As part of its commitment to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, not-for-profit water company Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water is collaborating with UK pump service company Riventa to […] The post Pumps for Riventa to test as Welsh Water commits to net zero first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDosing trial helps Veolia WTS produce ultrapure water
The Qdos Conveying Wave Technology (CWT) chemical metering pump is benefitting an industrial water purification facility operated by Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions (WTS) in Italy according to Andrea Rossi, […] The post Dosing trial helps Veolia WTS produce ultrapure water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEgypt and UK sign MoU on water partnership
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been agreed between Egypt and UK’s water sector trade association to establish a framework for bilateral cooperation on water projects for 27 governorates and […] The post Egypt and UK sign MoU on water partnership first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePowerline helps prolong lifetime of Landia pumps
UK based motor repair shop Powerline Electric Motors has completed the refurbishment of its batch of Landia slurry pumps, including one unit that has been in operation for almost 25 […] The post Powerline helps prolong lifetime of Landia pumps first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSolenis releases sustainability report 2022
Solenis, a global producer of specialty chemicals used in water-intensive industries, has released its 2022 sustainability report, summarising the company’s environmental stewardship and ESG initiatives for the previous fiscal year. […] The post Solenis releases sustainability report 2022 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser supports 1.5° target
Endress+Hauser supports 1.5° target by the Paris Agreement. By 2050, the specialist for measurement and automation technology aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to net zero. The company has […] The post Endress+Hauser supports 1.5° target first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDOE Awards $9 Million to 12 Projects to Advance Desalination and Water Reuse Technologies Across the U.S.
NALA Membranes is the lead on one of 12 projects that were awarded $12 M USD by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to advance desalination and water reuse projects. The award made in conjunction with the National Alliance for Water Innovation (NAWI), will drive decarbonization of the water and wastewater sectors to treat, reuse […]
Read MoreMemsift to recover nickel from microelectronic industrial effluent in Singapore
Membrane-based solutions company Memsift Innovations received a new contract from a global microelectronics corporation to build a first nickel recovery plant in Singapore using its TS-30 improved membrane distillation technology […] The post Memsift to recover nickel from microelectronic industrial effluent in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos commercial building services unveils new global HQ in Singapore
Grundfos, a global manufacturer in advanced pump solutions and water technologies, inaugurated the global headquarters (HQ) of its commercial building services (CBS) division in Singapore. The move followed the demand […] The post Grundfos commercial building services unveils new global HQ in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThree Singaporean companies fined in court for illegal discharge into public sewers
Two toxic industrial waste collectors, Chem-Solv Technologies and NSL OilChem Logistics, as well as a membrane manufacturing firm Century Water Systems and Technologies, have been convicted and fined in court […] The post Three Singaporean companies fined in court for illegal discharge into public sewers first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreInnovation changes perceived risk of water investment
BlueTech Forum brings water sector’s enterprises, investors, and research centres, and US magazine ranked list Fortune 500’s end-users and water utilities. As the forum approaches, a snapshot survey of the […] The post Innovation changes perceived risk of water investment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More120Water named Cherokee Nation LCR database of record
Committed to providing programme management tools to rural water systems, digital water solutions provider 120Water has been selected by sovereign tribal government Cherokee Nation as its Lead and Copper Rule […] The post 120Water named Cherokee Nation LCR database of record first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLead-sensing technology partnership awarded ‘outstanding’ status
A three-year Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) for a hand-held device to detect lead in drinking water has been awarded the highest grade possible by Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency. […] The post Lead-sensing technology partnership awarded ‘outstanding’ status first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCortec’s boiler layup
The tell-tale signs of corrosion and its preventative solutions is a step toward better preservation and extended service life. The lessons by corrosion solutions company Cortec offer insights for dry […] The post Cortec’s boiler layup first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAnaergia’s easy energia facility receives high commendation for best biogas plant above 1Mwe at the Global AD and Biogas Industry Awards 2023
Anaerobic Digestion (AD) solutions company Anaergia announced that its easy energia ambient facility in Pontinia, Italy, has been ‘highly commended’ in the best biogas plant above 1Mwe category of the […] The post Anaergia’s easy energia facility receives high commendation for best biogas plant above 1Mwe at the Global AD and Biogas Industry Awards 2023 […]
Read MoreMicrosoft and FIDO Tech launch collaboration to drive down water losses
A new agreement with technology corporation Microsoft is helping FIDO, a technology company, make progress against its water replenishment goal, part of its overarching water positive commitment. In a said […] The post Microsoft and FIDO Tech launch collaboration to drive down water losses first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Education Announces Winner of Enactus iTwin4Good Challenge
Bentley Systems, the infrastructure engineering software company, announced the winner of Bentley Education’s iTwin4Good Challenge today. Organised in partnership with international nonprofit organisation Enactus, the iTwin4Good Challenge saw university students […] The post Bentley Education Announces Winner of Enactus iTwin4Good Challenge first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOptimising Chemical Dosing in a Challenging Operating Climate
Rising operating costs and tightening regulations are presenting major challenges for wastewater treatment plant operators, but better optimisation of chemical dosing can drive efficiencies, says Adeel Hassan, product manager at Watson-Marlow […] The post Optimising Chemical Dosing in a Challenging Operating Climate first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMake waves at Vietnam Water Week & WWE 2023
From 28-30 Sep 2023, the Wastewater Expo (WWE) in conjunction with Vietnam Water Week will be held at WTC Binh Duong New City Expo, a strategic location among industrial parks. […] The post Make waves at Vietnam Water Week & WWE 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMarmon Industrial Water launches Graver Mobile Powdex condensate polishing trailers
In response to growing demand for flexibility in process water treatment, global water solutions provider Marmon Industrial Water unveiled Graver mPowdex condensate polishing trailers. As the first precoat filter demineraliser […] The post Marmon Industrial Water launches Graver Mobile Powdex condensate polishing trailers first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB the first government agency to participate in demand response programme; partners SP Group to bolster grid resilience
PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency announced a partnership with SP Group to participate in the Energy Market Authority (EMA)’s demand response (DR) and interruptible load (IL) programmes, making it the […] The post PUB the first government agency to participate in demand response programme; partners SP Group to bolster grid resilience first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreAnglian Water awards Samotics a five-year deal to support operational resilience and energy efficiency
Samotics, a provider of real-time actionable insights to eliminate industrial energy waste and unplanned downtime, has been awarded a five-year contract by Anglian Water to help it deliver an extensive […] The post Anglian Water awards Samotics a five-year deal to support operational resilience and energy efficiency first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEmerging micropollution solutions will help tackle contaminants
Multiple solutions to the challenge on emerging contaminants were discussed at not-for-profit organisation British Water’s recent micropollutants conference. Dr Fabio Bacci, innovation manager at engineering company Glan Agua, reflects on […] The post Emerging micropollution solutions will help tackle contaminants first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser achieves new highs in incoming orders, sales and employment in 2022
In 2022, the specialist for measurement and automation technology delivered more sensors despite strained procurement and logistics chains. Incoming orders, sales and employment reached new highs; profits fell due to […] The post Endress+Hauser achieves new highs in incoming orders, sales and employment in 2022 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLakeside and Shupe & Associates help Bull Shoals win Top Project award
Upgraded with an extended aeration (EA) aerotor plant from US engineering and manufacturing company Lakeside Equipment Corporation, a water and wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) has won the Top Project award […] The post Lakeside and Shupe & Associates help Bull Shoals win Top Project award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUN Water Conference: Youth delegation advocates for a water-wise future
On 20-24 Mar 2023, the Youth Action for sustainable development goals (SDG6) delegation — supported by the International Water Association (IWA) and pump manufacturer Grundfos — attended the UN Water […] The post UN Water Conference: Youth delegation advocates for a water-wise future first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYokogawa releases OpreX Asset Health Insights with Alibaba Cloud support
Japanese IT company Yokogawa Electric Corporation released OpreXTM Asset Health Insights 2.0, an enhanced version of the company’s cloud-based plant asset monitoring service, which is part of the OpreX Asset […] The post Yokogawa releases OpreX Asset Health Insights with Alibaba Cloud support first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser’s Ethernet-APL is ready to use
The instrumentation manufacturer Endress+Hauser conducted two load tests of a realistic Ethernet-APL setup with components from various manufacturers. Ethernet-APL has shown that expectations in the process industry for the new […] The post Endress+Hauser’s Ethernet-APL is ready to use first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration receives order from GreenTech for full-scale drinking water plant in China
NX Filtration, the global provider of direct nanofiltration (dNF) membrane technology for pure and affordable water, was selected by GreenTech Environmental, a publicly listed company in advanced water treatment and […] The post NX Filtration receives order from GreenTech for full-scale drinking water plant in China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAnaergia named a Global Water Awards finalist for net zero carbon champion and wastewater project of the year
Global resource recovery company Anaergia has been named a finalist in two categories of the 2023 Global Water Awards, the international water industry awards programme administered by publisher Global Water […] The post Anaergia named a Global Water Awards finalist for net zero carbon champion and wastewater project of the year first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreTreatment plant timer cuts energy use for a UK village hall
A village hall set in Wye Valley area in Herefordshire, UK, is benefitting from a simple energy-saving adjustment made to its on-site wastewater treatment system. Bishopswood Village Hall has been […] The post Treatment plant timer cuts energy use for a UK village hall first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSouth East Water selects Samotics to optimise asset performance
Samotics, a provider of real-time actionable insights to eliminate industrial energy waste and unplanned downtime, has been selected by South East Water, the UK water supplier, to complete a 12-month […] The post South East Water selects Samotics to optimise asset performance first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreProtect data centre cooling systems during construction
The construction of data centres and the need for cooling systems to dissipate the heat generated by servers processing data 24 hours a day continue to boom, with market growth […] The post Protect data centre cooling systems during construction first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEcolab survey reveals water conservation expectations
New data from a global survey conducted and commissioned by Ecolab — a global company offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services — has revealed high consumer expectations […] The post Ecolab survey reveals water conservation expectations first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNominations for LKYWP 2024 launched at UN 2023 Water Conference
The Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) launched a call for nominations for the Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize (LKYWP) 2024 — an international award that honours outstanding contributions by individuals […] The post Nominations for LKYWP 2024 launched at UN 2023 Water Conference first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIn-Situ’s new brand identity
In-Situ, a global manufacturer of water monitoring instrumentation and software, has rebranded to reflect the company’s current status in both environmental and process water monitoring solutions. The company’s new tagline […] The post In-Situ’s new brand identity first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreInnovators pledge to invest US$11 bn to solve global water challenges
Seventeen organisations have joined forces to support UN Water Action Agenda, pledging to invest US$11bn in water innovation over the next five years. The collective commitment was announced at an […] The post Innovators pledge to invest US$11 bn to solve global water challenges first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems announces agreement with Worldsensing
Bentley Systems, the infrastructure engineering software company, has entered into a non-exclusive commercial agreement to accelerate the adoption of infrastructure IoT, unlocking value for infrastructure designers, constructors, and owner-operators in […] The post Bentley Systems announces agreement with Worldsensing first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDelivering sustainable solutions to solve water challenges
With British Water’s conference on creating a more sustainable water sector approaching, Stephen Kennedy, head of digital and innovation at UK water solution provider MWH Treatment shared his views on […] The post Delivering sustainable solutions to solve water challenges first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCIP micropollutants research published by UKWIR
Thirteen research reports have been published, which aim to boost the water sector’s knowledge of microplastics and further the understanding of anti-microbial resistance (AMR) in wastewater treatment processes. The reports […] The post CIP micropollutants research published by UKWIR first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem and BSA save US$145m with smart sewer technology
Buffalo Sewer Authority (BSA) saved US$145m by deploying a digital system that reduced polluted water flowing into its rivers during storm events. By harnessing the power of data and analytics, […] The post Xylem and BSA save US$145m with smart sewer technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont, Starbucks, Ecolab, Gap and Reckitt join US Government to invest US$140m in water access fund
Chemicals company DuPont announced that it is making an impact investment of US$3m to increase access to safe water and sanitation. The WaterEquity’s Global Access Fund IV, with US$140m in […] The post DuPont, Starbucks, Ecolab, Gap and Reckitt join US Government to invest US$140m in water access fund first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read More“Too much water, and not enough of it”
These two sides to the global water crisis reflect the uneven distribution of the precious resource across the globe, but Ulrik Gernow, Grundfos’ group executive vice-president and COO says dialogue […] The post “Too much water, and not enough of it” first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePlanmeca and BWT collaborates to create water treatment solutions for dental clinics
Finnish healthcare technology manufacturer Planmeca has collaborated with Austrian water treatment company BWT to introduce new water treatment solutions for dental units and autoclaves. The solutions will be presented for […] The post Planmeca and BWT collaborates to create water treatment solutions for dental clinics first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRockwell Automation reports 45% of APAC manufacturers struggle to outpace competitors due to lack of innovation, skilled workforce and technology
US industrial automation company Rockwell Automation has announced the results of its eighth annual ‘state of smart manufacturing report’. The global study surveyed more than 1,350 manufacturers across 13 manufacturing […] The post Rockwell Automation reports 45% of APAC manufacturers struggle to outpace competitors due to lack of innovation, skilled workforce and technology first appeared […]
Read MoreGrundfos’ 2022 results with record turnover
Despite market conditions, Grundfos continued its performance in 2022 with a sales growth of 12.1%, net turnover hitting a record 33.3bn Danish krone and earnings (EBIT before special items) reaching […] The post Grundfos’ 2022 results with record turnover first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCeraMac: a ceramic microfiltration system to improve water quality
By Holly Shorney-Darby, PhD, PE, and Jumeng Zheng, PhD Filtration and disinfection are used in surface water treatment to remove and inactivate harmful pathogens, such as cryptosporidium, giardia, and viruses. […] The post CeraMac: a ceramic microfiltration system to improve water quality first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBill Decker leads Fuel Tech water treatment technologies
Fuel Tech, a US technology company providing advanced engineering water solutions, has announced Bill Decker as vice-president of water and wastewater treatment technologies. In the newly created position, Decker will […] The post Bill Decker leads Fuel Tech water treatment technologies first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreInfoTiles tries a day without water
Digital water technology company InfoTiles is taking on a two-day endurance challenge to raise awareness for World Water Day 2023 and acknowledge the importance of the UN water conference. Participants […] The post InfoTiles tries a day without water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater certainty in an uncertain future: European group unites in Cyprus
The €10m European Research Council (ERC) funded project had a six-year update meeting at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence (KIOS CoE), University of Cyprus with representatives from […] The post Water certainty in an uncertain future: European group unites in Cyprus first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia March/April 2023
Furthering the revolution already underway in water: Interview with COO of Gradiant PHANTOR 6000: A mobile solution to boost drinking water supply in South East Asia SUEZ’s new sustainability goals The post Water & Wastewater Asia March/April 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEoI sought for UKWIR’s carbon accounting tool
UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR), the research platform for UK water companies, is seeking expressions of interest (EoI) from parties able to deliver a new version of the water industry’s […] The post EoI sought for UKWIR’s carbon accounting tool first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSIWW Spotlight 2023
The Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) Spotlight 2023 is a by invitation summit that brings together leaders from utilities, cities and industry to share experiences and solutions in tackling climate […] The post SIWW Spotlight 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew corrosion inhibitor for hydrotesting drinking water systems
Cortec, a corrosion solutions company, has announced its new corrosion inhibitor for hydrostatic testing (hydrotesting) is certified to meet ANSI/NSF Standard 61 for use in hydrotesting of drinking water system […] The post New corrosion inhibitor for hydrotesting drinking water systems first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDiversey to be acquired by Solenis for US$4.6bn
Solenis — a US manufacturing company — and disinfectant maker Diversey Holdings have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Solenis will acquire Diversey in an all-cash transaction valued […] The post Diversey to be acquired by Solenis for US$4.6bn first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBHS announces partnership with Soitra for sales of filtration and drying technologies
BHS-Sonthofen, a German owner-operated group of companies specialising in machinery and plant engineering, announced its partnership with Soitra, an Italian supplier of process and packaging equipment for the pharmaceutical, chemical […] The post BHS announces partnership with Soitra for sales of filtration and drying technologies first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser opens new regional logistics hub in the US
Instrumentation company Endress+Hauser has announced the opening of a new 48,000ft2 Indiana-based regional logistics hub, marking a further milestone in the group’s project to boost the fulfillment of customer orders […] The post Endress+Hauser opens new regional logistics hub in the US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThe Coca-Cola Foundation and Imagine H2O launch water innovation fund
The Coca-Cola Foundation and Imagine H2O, a global non-profit that accelerates and deploys new water innovations, have partnered to scale entrepreneurial solutions for the global water crisis. The sustainable access […] The post The Coca-Cola Foundation and Imagine H2O launch water innovation fund first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePortable SAFs ensure environmental protection during upgrade
Technology from water recycling specialist WCS Environmental Engineering (WCSEE) has been selected to maintain ammonia consent standards during an upgrade of a village treatment works. British water supply company Severn […] The post Portable SAFs ensure environmental protection during upgrade first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePWTech welcomes Vincent Rada to leadership team
Process Wastewater Technologies (PWTech), an American manufacturer of wastewater equipment, welcomes Vincent Rada as sales manager for the western US and Canada. Rada brings more than six years of water […] The post PWTech welcomes Vincent Rada to leadership team first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSecurity first at VEGA
VEGA— the black forest manufacturer of level, switching and pressure instrumentation — is on a security mission. In January 2023, it reportedly delivered the world’s first level sensor with built-in […] The post Security first at VEGA first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEvoqua acquires Texas-based industrial water service business of Kemco Systems
Evoqua Water Technologies, a provider of water and wastewater treatment solutions, announced that it has acquired Texas-based industrial water treatment service business of the former Bob Johnson and Associates from […] The post Evoqua acquires Texas-based industrial water service business of Kemco Systems first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont selected for use in world’s largest MBR-RO water reuse plant
PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, and its water infrastructure contractor, UES, has selected American multinational chemical company DuPont Water Solutions to implement its MemPulse membrane bioreactor (MBR) and FilmTec RO […] The post DuPont selected for use in world’s largest MBR-RO water reuse plant first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems calls for nominations for the 2023 ‘Going Digital Awards’ in infrastructure
Infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems announced its call for nominations for the 2023 ‘Going Digital Awards’ in infrastructure, hosted in Singapore this year. The awards, which are judged by […] The post Bentley Systems calls for nominations for the 2023 ‘Going Digital Awards’ in infrastructure first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUKWIR invites EoI for upcoming projects
Members of UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) have decided on the next round of research priorities for the organisation and are inviting expressions of interest (EoI) from expert partners and […] The post UKWIR invites EoI for upcoming projects first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew water safety plan manual by IWA and WHO to provide guidance for safe drinking water
The non-profit organisation International Water Association (IWA) and World Health Organization (WHO) have released the second edition of the water safety plan manual, which offers practical guidance for the development […] The post New water safety plan manual by IWA and WHO to provide guidance for safe drinking water first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreDanfoss sales above €10bn, highest investment levels
Danish energy company, Danfoss’ 2022 results demonstrated growth potential in products and solutions that contributed to meeting global and regional climate goals. The annual reports stated that sales grew 36% […] The post Danfoss sales above €10bn, highest investment levels first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBentley Systems announces retirement of founder Keith Bentley and promotion of Julien Moutte to CTO
As of April 2023, founder Keith Bentley will step down as CTO to assume the role of technology advisor through his anticipated retirement later in the year, and will continue […] The post Bentley Systems announces retirement of founder Keith Bentley and promotion of Julien Moutte to CTO first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVersatile electric pipe-cutter makes UK debut
The first all-electric battery-operated lateral pipe-cutter to enter the UK market has secured sole distribution with pipeline equipment specialist Ant Hire Solutions. Hächler, the German manufacturing company that invented the […] The post Versatile electric pipe-cutter makes UK debut first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreProf. Shane Allen Snyder, NTU, received National Awards Commendation Medal (COVID-19)
Prof Shane Allen Snyder, President’s Chair Professor and Executive Director – Nanyang Technological University, received National Awards Commendation Medal (COVID-19). The National Awards (COVID-19) recognise individuals and teams who have made outstanding contributions to Singapore’s fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. About 9,500 individuals and 480 teams received the awards in 9 categories. The Commendation […]
Read MoreSEPPURE has successfully closed a US$12M Series A round
Industrial chemical membrane technology company SepPure Technologies announced that it had closed a US$12M Series-A round led by SOSV with participation from Anji Microelectronics, RealTech Fund, Seeds Capital, EPS Ventures, and others. SepPure Technologies has developed a highly sustainable, chemical-resistant, nanofiltration solution that separates chemical mixtures at a molecular level with minimal energy usage. Industrial […]
Read MoreXylem appoints Earl Ellis to board of directors
Xylem, US water technology provider, announced that Earl Ellis has been appointed to the company’s board of directors, effective 9 Mar 2023. Ellis currently serves as executive vice-president and CFO […] The post Xylem appoints Earl Ellis to board of directors first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreItaly’s canals and rivers run dry as the nation faces low tide and drought alert
Many canals in Venice, Italy have dried up because of low tides and weeks of dry winter weather. Usually threatened by flooding, the city is now facing a severe drought […] The post Italy’s canals and rivers run dry as the nation faces low tide and drought alert first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew pump brings aeration solution to Timothy Taylor’s
Timothy Taylor’s, a family-owned regional brewery in the UK, has upgraded its aeration process by introducing the AirJet system from UK pump supplier Landia, following a five-day survey of its […] The post New pump brings aeration solution to Timothy Taylor’s first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant was listed on Cleantech Group’s 2023 Global Cleantech 100
Gradiant, a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment, has been named on Cleantech Group’s 2023 Global Cleantech 100. The Global Cleantech 100 is an annual list of the most innovative and promising companies in clean technology. Gradiant was recognized for this honor at the 2023 Cleantech Forum North America Dinner on January 24 in Palm Springs, […]
Read MoreIDE Technologies partners with Fort Lauderdale for new water treatment plant
IDE Technologies, a global provider of water treatment solutions, announced the closing of a public private partnership project to design, construct and operate a new water treatment plant in Fort […] The post IDE Technologies partners with Fort Lauderdale for new water treatment plant first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDrainage planning transformed with advanced asset software
The complexities of delivering a final drainage and wastewater management plan (DWMPs) for the UK Government in 2023 has been made easier for South West Water (SWW) by using advanced […] The post Drainage planning transformed with advanced asset software first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser initiates generational change
Changes will take place at the top of the Swiss-based instrumentation company Endress+Hauser at the start of 2024. Dr Klaus Endress will give up his responsibilities as president of the […] The post Endress+Hauser initiates generational change first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong Fluid Technology wins ‘Smart Project of the Year 2023’ at RetrofitTech MENA summit
Armstrong Fluid Technology, manufacturer of intelligent fluid-flow and control solutions, has received the award for ‘Smart Project of the Year 2023’ at the eighth edition of RetrofitTech Middle East and […] The post Armstrong Fluid Technology wins ‘Smart Project of the Year 2023’ at RetrofitTech MENA summit first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSpring collaborates with Microsoft and Impact X on water innovation
The water sector’s innovation centre of excellence, Spring, is collaborating with tech company Microsoft and European venture capital company Impact X on a new initiative to make tools and funding […] The post Spring collaborates with Microsoft and Impact X on water innovation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIndonesia to focus on six issues for 10th World Water Forum 2024
Indonesia will focus on six key issues for the 10th World Water Forum (WWF), jointly organised by international think tank World Water Council and Indonesia. It is set to take […] The post Indonesia to focus on six issues for 10th World Water Forum 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEF seeks applications for Utility of the Future Today recognition programme
Non-for-profit organisation Water Environment Federation (WEF) has opened its application period till 12 Apr 2023 for the Utility of the Future Today recognition (UotFT) programme, which seeks to honour water […] The post WEF seeks applications for Utility of the Future Today recognition programme first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMascara launches initiative to provide access to drinking water in remote areas
Mascara, a French company specialising in water treatment solutions using renewable energies, has launched Kori Odyssey, an initiative aimed at co-developing and implementing with local stakeholders tailored water access programmes […] The post Mascara launches initiative to provide access to drinking water in remote areas first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMesse München signs 10-year partnership to organise the Singapore International Water Week
German industry company Messe München’s subsidiary in Singapore, MMI Asia has announced a 10-year agreement to organise Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) water expo, a global water event. The water […] The post Messe München signs 10-year partnership to organise the Singapore International Water Week first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong helps customers save more than US$300m with 2.5 billion kWh of electricity
As part of its planet proposition sustainability initiative, intelligent fluid manufacturer Armstrong Fluid Technology has helped customers worldwide save more than 2.5 billion kWh of electricity with an estimated value […] The post Armstrong helps customers save more than US$300m with 2.5 billion kWh of electricity first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIWA-Grundfos UN Water Conference Youth delegates announced
The non-profit organisation International Water Association (IWA) and Denmark-based pump manufacturer Grundfos announced that 14 promising international young water professionals (YWPs) have been selected to be part of a delegation […] The post IWA-Grundfos UN Water Conference Youth delegates announced first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSector must challenge public misconceptions through engagement
The water sector must tackle “unfair criticisms” by sharing more about the work it delivers, water services company Yorkshire Water’s chief executive, Nicola Shaw, told attendees at British Water’s Better […] The post Sector must challenge public misconceptions through engagement first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTen start-ups join Xylem Innovation Labs to tackle water challenges
Global water technology company Xylem is supporting technology start-ups to develop solutions through its Innovation Labs commercial accelerator programme. Now in its second year, the programme has just accepted 10 […] The post Ten start-ups join Xylem Innovation Labs to tackle water challenges first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAir Selangor resumes water treatment operations after odour pollution incident
Malaysia’s water operator Air Selangor has restored up to 94% of its treated water supply to seven regions after its four Selangor treatment plants resumed operations, following a temporary shutdown […] The post Air Selangor resumes water treatment operations after odour pollution incident first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant acquires Advanced Watertek to expand Middle East manufacturing growth
Gradiant, a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment, has acquired Advanced Watertek, an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and service provider for membrane-based water and wastewater treatment systems. […] The post Gradiant acquires Advanced Watertek to expand Middle East manufacturing growth first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTemasek Foundation Call for Proposals 2023 in Public Health, Liveability and Sustainability
Temasek Foundation champions sustainability and innovative solutions to improve liveability in a world of active and productive economies, beautiful and inclusive societies, and a clean and cool earth. The Foundation funds and supports ideas and innovations that bring about solutions, systems and capabilities to address various challenges, particularly environmental, healthcare and other adversities affecting […]
Read MoreWater Environment Federation launches fifth Intelligent Water Systems Challenge
The not-for-profit technical and education organisation Water Environment Federation (WEF) has launched its fifth Intelligent Water Systems Challenge on 23 Jan 2023 to challenge participants to use innovation and data […] The post Water Environment Federation launches fifth Intelligent Water Systems Challenge first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSUEZ wins first major SWRO desalination project in China
French-based utility company SUEZ has won the engineering, procurement and construction contract for Wanhua Chemical Group’s Penglai seawater reserve osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant in China. The project will contribute to […] The post SUEZ wins first major SWRO desalination project in China first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUKWIR provides free access to water sector research reports
UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) is providing free access to over 1,000 of its water sector research reports aimed at helping to improve water and wastewater services for customers, and […] The post UKWIR provides free access to water sector research reports first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreProf. Dibakar Bhattacharyya, University of Kentucky, receives prestigious Alan S. Michaels Award for Innovation
Dibakar Bhattacharyya, Ph.D., professor of chemical and materials engineering in the University of Kentucky College of Engineering, is the 2023 recipient of the Alan S. Michaels Award for Innovation in Membrane Science and Technology. The award, given by the North American Membrane Society (NAMS), recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to membrane […]
Read More120Water recognised as inaugural partner at White House summit to remove lead pipes
120Water, US solutions provider for lead reduction and drinking water programmes, is an inaugural partner in the new Biden-Harris ‘Get the Lead Out’ partnership. Working with the federal government and […] The post 120Water recognised as inaugural partner at White House summit to remove lead pipes first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSUEZ’s new sustainability goals
On 30 Jan 2023, French public utility company SUEZ unveiled its new sustainable development goals for 2027, through 24 commitments revolving around three pillars, climate, biodiversity and social responsibility, for […] The post SUEZ’s new sustainability goals first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreKey trends shaping the water industry in 2023
Rick Holland, Grundfos’ senior regional sales director for water utility in Asia-Pacific, shares insights into challenges that have plagued the water industry, and what the industry can do moving forward. […] The post Key trends shaping the water industry in 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYokogawa enters US$10m investment agreement with Singapore’s start-up to expand in Indian market
Japanese IT company Yokogawa Electric has made a US$10m investment in Ideation3X (i3X), a Singapore-based venture company that targets the integrated solid waste management (ISWM) sector in India with a […] The post Yokogawa enters US$10m investment agreement with Singapore’s start-up to expand in Indian market first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePensar joins RSK Australia
Construction engineering company RSK Group announced the addition of infrastructure solutions provider Pensar Infrastructure Group to its family of over 175 environmental, engineering, and technical services businesses. This move furthered […] The post Pensar joins RSK Australia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWCSEE UV treatment selected for Trevaylor Manor care home wastewater
Water recycling technology specialist WCS Environmental Engineering (WCSEE) has been selected by a care home in Cornwall, UK to provide on-site wastewater treatment in an environmentally sensitive location. The property […] The post WCSEE UV treatment selected for Trevaylor Manor care home wastewater first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOptimising water data ahead of price review
The UK’s Water Services Regulation Authority, Ofwat has published its 2024 final methodology on 31 Dec 2022, and expectations around leakage and water consumption are predictably high. For Kevin Brook, […] The post Optimising water data ahead of price review first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOvarro launches fully managed fixed network leakage service
A new end-to-end leakage reduction service has been launched by technology company Ovarro, as the water sector moves forward with wider implementation of as-a-service models to improve efficiency. LeakNavigator is […] The post Ovarro launches fully managed fixed network leakage service first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRockwell Automation’s new APAC vice-president of market access is Shovan Sengupta
American automation company Rockwell Automation announced that Shovan Sengupta has been promoted to regional vice-president of market access for Asia-Pacific. He will be based in Singapore and reports to Scott […] The post Rockwell Automation’s new APAC vice-president of market access is Shovan Sengupta first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOliver Klaeffling becomes new managing director of Analytik Jena
Swiss-based instrumentation company Endress+Hauser Group is handing over the management of its subsidiary specialising in laboratory analysis to Oliver Klaeffling as of 1 Feb 2023. Ulrich Krauss, who joined German […] The post Oliver Klaeffling becomes new managing director of Analytik Jena first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCedric Dackam to head MANN+HUMMEL’s water and membrane solutions division
As of 1Jan 2023, MANN+HUMMEL has appointed Cedric Dackam as president and general manager for its water and membrane solutions division. In his role, Dackam reports to Kurk Wilks, its […] The post Cedric Dackam to head MANN+HUMMEL’s water and membrane solutions division first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAustralian honour for IWA President Tom Mollenkopf
Tom Mollenkopf, president of International Water Association (IWA), has been recognised in the Australia Day 2023 Honours List with him being appointed as an officer of the order of Australia […] The post Australian honour for IWA President Tom Mollenkopf first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAsia’s dewatering pumps market expected CAGR of 5.3% from 2022 to 2028
The dewatering pumps market is expected to grow at year-on-year rate of 5.3%, reaching a value of about US$9.5bn by 2028. The global dewatering pumps market is driven by demand […] The post Asia’s dewatering pumps market expected CAGR of 5.3% from 2022 to 2028 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOvarro for a cyber-resilient water future
A criminal cyber-attack on a UK water company in August 2022, which saw hackers gain access to customer banking details, led utilities to urgently reassess cybersecurity strategies. For Philippe Willems, […] The post Ovarro for a cyber-resilient water future first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMentorAPM selected to provide CMMS for Alexandria Renew Enterprises
Asset management software solutions provider MentorAPM has been selected to implement a computerised maintenance management solution (CMMS) for Alexandria Renew Enterprises (AlexRenew), Virginia’s wastewater treatment provider. Continuing on its 70-year-old […] The post MentorAPM selected to provide CMMS for Alexandria Renew Enterprises first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFido Direct launches end-to-end solution to solve water loss
UK tech innovation company Fido Tech has released Fido Direct, an end-to-end solution combining artificial intelligence (AI), hardware and on-the-ground expertise that identifies water leaks on 24 Jan 2023. The […] The post Fido Direct launches end-to-end solution to solve water loss first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant’s Watershed Year in Review
Prakash Govindan, COO and co-founder of global solutions provider for water and wastewater treatment Gradiant, reviewed the key highlights of the company in 2022. “Despite the challenges faced in global […] The post Gradiant’s Watershed Year in Review first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEvove signs MoU with Saline Water Conversion Corporation to deploy advanced membrane technology in desalination
The UK technology business Evove has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saudi Arabia government corporation Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC) to take advanced membrane technologies to industrial trials […] The post Evove signs MoU with Saline Water Conversion Corporation to deploy advanced membrane technology in desalination first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew asset management approach for the UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR)
The UKWIR, research platform for UK Water Companies, published a final report about the sector creating future value through asset management. The UKWIR has developed 12 big questions to tackle […] The post New asset management approach for the UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR) first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMANN+HUMMEL to present solutions at upcoming Filtech 2023
Filtech, the filtration event held in Germany from 14-16 Feb 2023, will showcase filtration specialist MANN+HUMMEL. Adhering to its motto, ‘Leadership in filtration for cleaner mobility, cleaner air, cleaner water’, […] The post MANN+HUMMEL to present solutions at upcoming Filtech 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia January/February 2023
“Data is the new water”: Monitoring water infrastructure with digital twins From unknown organism to effluent remover: The story of Anammox Micro effects, Macro leaps: Effective irrigation in a water scarce world The post Water & Wastewater Asia January/February 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWaterVerse unites 10 EU countries with water data sharing
This €5.2 million project, funded by the Horizon Europe programme with the aim to develop a water data management ecosystem (WDME), is helping to make data more interoperable to connect […] The post WaterVerse unites 10 EU countries with water data sharing first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB Global Innovation Challenge 3
After two successful cycles, PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, is organising their third Global Innovation Challenge (GIC) to invite innovators and technology companies around the world to propose innovative solutions to Singapore’s water challenges. New challenges in GIC 3: Phos4SG – Recovering the “P” from PUB’s Used Water Treatment for Improving Singapore’s Food Security Sewer […]
Read MoreMcMenon Engineering Service acquires ABB’s product line
The UK manufacturing firm, McMenon Engineering Services, was chosen by Swiss technology company ABB for the acquisition of variable area (VA) flowmeters. This range of VA flowmeters produced by ABB […] The post McMenon Engineering Service acquires ABB’s product line first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUS Patent Office approves Memsift Innovations’ Stomate membrane
The US Patent Office (USPTO) has granted Singapore-based environmental health service Memsift Innovations to cover the formulation and the method of making stomate membrane and its various applications. Stomate is […] The post US Patent Office approves Memsift Innovations’ Stomate membrane first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAqueous Vets recognised for its installation of largest PFAS treatment facility in the US
The US solutions provider of water and wastewater treatment, Aqueous Vets (AV) has been recognised by the American Society of Civil Engineers Los Angeles (ASCE LA) for its role in […] The post Aqueous Vets recognised for its installation of largest PFAS treatment facility in the US first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIDE Technologies opens Dubai regional headquarters
On 10 Jan 2023, Israeli water desalination company IDE Technologies announced the opening of a new regional office in Dubai: IDE Meyah Water Solutions. This is in efforts to grow […] The post IDE Technologies opens Dubai regional headquarters first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies & Solutions Expands Innovative ZeeWeed Portfolio with Next Generation Wastewater Technology and Customer Wins
TREVOSE, Pa — Water Technologies — Expanded ZeeWeed MBR helps municipalities overcome urgent wastewater challenges, enabling increased treatment capacity while reducing energy costs by 20%. Municipalities everywhere are recycling more water, with global water reuse expected to increase 37% by 2027. Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions has introduced a next-generation wastewater treatment solution, […]
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies & Solutions Adds to ZeeLung* MABR Technologies with new Application to Upgrade Activated Sludge Plants
TREVOSE, Pa.— Water Technologies & Solutions — zeeDENSE* is a state-of-the-art application of ZeeLung that couples MABR and inDENSE continuous flow densification technology for super-intensification of activated sludge plants. Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions announced the latest application in the ZeeLung family of technologies, zeeDENSE, for simple and sustainable intensification of activated sludge […]
Read MoreHow innovative CCRO technology helped Carlsberg create probably the world’s most water-efficient brewery
DuPont Water Solutions’ innovative DesaliTec™ Closed Circuit Reverse Osmosis (CCRO) technology played a pivotal role in the bid to cut water consumption when it was deployed as part of an innovative wastewater reuse initiative at the flagship Carlsberg brewery in Fredericia, Denmark. Read more: News
Read MoreDuPont Provides Membrane Technology to Desalination Plant Supporting Industrial Water Users in India’s Petrochemical Sector
MUMBAI, India, January 2, 2023 – DuPont today announced that its FilmTec™ membranes and Inge® ultrafiltration membranes were installed in a multi-tech seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant for industrial use built by Larsen & Toubro -Tecton JV at Dahej for the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) in India. The plant, which recently became operational, provides 100 […]
Read MoreNALA Membranes wins the 2022 Cleantech Research Innovation Award, presented by the Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster
Sue Mecham, CEO and president of NALA Membranes, and Judy Riffle, CTO of NALA Membranes accept the Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster Research Innovation Award recognizing NALA Membranes for outstanding work in creating a new generation of chlorine immune membranes that don’t clog from biofouling. Read more: News
Read More2022 FIDIC Contract Users’ Awards Project of the Year ~La Mesa Water Treatment Plant 1 Project in the Philippines ~
Design and Construction of La Mesa Water Treatment Plant 1 Improvement Works (hereinafter referred to as the “Project”), for which the joint venture between JFE Engineering Corporation (President: Hajime Oshita, Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) and Sta. Clara International Corporation (President: Mr. Nicandro G. Linao; Head Office: Mandaluyong, Metro Manila) was awarded by Maynilad Water […]
Read MoreFormnext: Arkema unveils new high performance and more sustainable solutions
Arkema, a leader in specialty materials & a pioneer in high-performance materials for 3D printing, continues its development in additive manufacturing and provides innovative and more sustainable new material solutions for all major 3D printing technologies. Arkema’s new products -Liquid resins for UV curing -Powder bed fusion -Filament Read more: Arkema News Overview
Read MoreSembcorp Launches New Carbon Management Solutions Corporate Venture, GoNetZero™
– Collaborations with OCBC, Razer and UBS to drive decarbonisation initiatives Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) will be launching its carbon management solutions corporate venture, GoNetZero™, today (Nov 15, 2022) at the Singapore Pavilion at the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Egypt. A one-stop renewable energy and carbon management solutions partner The establishment […]
Read MoreAquaporin and Philips Water Solutions partner to deliver clean drinking water in China
Aquaporin A/S (ticker: AQP) (“Aquaporin” or the “Company”), an innovative water technology company dedicated to rethinking water filtration with biotechnology, today announced that Aquaporin and AquaShield, the global brand partner of health technology company Philips in water solutions segment, have entered a partnership to deliver clean drinking water to Chinese consumers with Philips-branded purifiers powered […]
Read MoreKurita and Fracta Leap Complete Development and Achieve Operational Launch of Beta Version of Automated Design Application for Water Treatment Plant
Kurita Water Industries Ltd. (Head Office: Nakano-ku, Tokyo; President: Michiya Kadota; hereinafter “Kurita”) and Fracta Leap Inc. (Head Office: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yasuhiro Kitabayashi; hereinafter “Fracta Leap”) are pleased to announce the completion of the development and operational launch of a beta version of their application for automating the design of water treatment plant […]
Read MoreShell to explore carbon transport and storage in Brunei and Singapore
Shell Eastern Petroleum (Shell) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP) to explore the feasibility of carbon transport and storage options for Brunei Darussalam and Singapore. This could potentially form part of a carbon capture and storage (CCS) hub in Southeast Asia. Read more here
Read MoreBASF and Solar Earth demonstrate endless possibilities with Paving Integrated Photovoltaic panels co-creation
Solar Earth Technologies Ltd (Solar Earth) and BASF have co-developed Paving Integrated Photovoltaic (PIPV) panels which can be installed on new or existing roads and other surfaces. BASF designed and optimized a polyurethane (PU) for Solar Earth’s PIPV panels to provide superior abrasion resistance, excellent mechanical performance, and a prolonged product lifespan. Read more here
Read MoreMemsift to recover chemicals from industrial effluent in Singapore
Memsift Innovations Pte Ltd has secured a new contract to build a 3.5 million litres per year chemical recovery plant in Singapore using its proprietary TS-30 improved membrane distillation technology. Read more here
Read MoreGradiant, Global Water Solutions Provider, Awarded $20M in New Contracts in India
Gradiant, a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment, is pleased to announce awards of $20 million in new contracts in September and October 2022. The awards are for clients in the manufacturing of photovoltaic cells (or solar cells) renewable energy and industrial protective equipment. All three projects will be delivered as design-build […]
Read MoreToray Part of Team Initiating Scottish Feasibility Study for Green Hydrogen-Based Power-to-Gas System
Toray Industries, Inc., announced today that it will collaborate with Marubeni Corporation, Yamanashi Hydrogen Company, Inc., and Siemens Energy K.K. in a study in Glasgow, Scotland, to demonstrate the feasibility of deploying power-to-gas (P2G) systems to decarbonize energy supplies in cities with cold climates. P2G technology uses electricity from solar and other renewable energy sources […]
Read MoreEvoqua Water Technologies Recognized by Frost & Sullivan as Global Company of the Year in the Water Technology Industry
Evoqua Water Technologies (NYSE: AQUA), an industry leader in mission-critical water treatment solutions, today announced that it has received the Frost & Sullivan 2022 Global Company of the Year Award in the water technology industry category. The company was honored for its visionary innovation, market-leading performance, and unmatched customer service. Read more here
Read MoreKeppel and Shell to jointly study feasibility of a low-carbon energy hub and microgrid system
Keppel Data Centres Holding Pte Ltd. (Keppel Data Centres) and Shell Eastern Petroleum (Pte) Ltd (Shell) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly study the feasibility of developing a low-carbon energy hub and microgrid system in Singapore. Read more here
Read MoreNX Filtration receives Ekopak’s follow-on order for water treatment project in Belgium
Water supply company Ekopak, which specialises in decentralised circular water solutions such as water-as-a-service (WaaS), selected NX Filtration, the global provider of direct nanofiltration (dNF) membrane technology for pure and […] The post NX Filtration receives Ekopak’s follow-on order for water treatment project in Belgium first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRockwell Automation appoints new country manager for Singapore
On 10 Jan 2023, American industrial automation provider Rockwell Automation appointed Mariya Prempeh as the country manager for Singapore’s headquarters. With more than 10 years of experience in sales and […] The post Rockwell Automation appoints new country manager for Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSymrise tops in Carbon Disclosure Project’s sustainability ratings out of 18,700 companies
Germany-based group Symrise has achieved the top A grade twice for its efforts to protect water and forests, and A minus for climate protection in the non-profit Carbon Disclosure Project […] The post Symrise tops in Carbon Disclosure Project’s sustainability ratings out of 18,700 companies first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDe Nora will increase ozone production capacity by 100% with phase four of Tubli Sewage Treatment Plant Expansion Project
On 5 Jan 2023, global water treatment solutions provider De Nora joined phase four of the Tubli Sewage Treatment Plant expansion. Planning for one of the largest public sector ozone […] The post De Nora will increase ozone production capacity by 100% with phase four of Tubli Sewage Treatment Plant Expansion Project first appeared on […]
Read MoreBentley Systems promotes Brock Ballard to chief revenue officer and Eric Boyer joins as investor relations officer
On 4 Jan 2023, the infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems announced that Brock Ballard has been promoted to the role of chief revenue officer (CRO), succeeding newly retired Gus […] The post Bentley Systems promotes Brock Ballard to chief revenue officer and Eric Boyer joins as investor relations officer first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreDecarbonizing the Agri-food Sector: SEPPURE and GIIAVA Partner to Build World’s First Commercial-Scale Membrane Facility for Soy Lecithin Processing
SEPPURE and GIIAVA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) towards the implementation of SEPPURE’s industrial-scale nanofiltration membrane technology to decarbonize soy lecithin manufacturing. Trials consistently demonstrated reduction up to 50% in energy consumption and 90% in greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions. This collaboration project is the World’s first commercial application of chemical-resistant nanofiltration membranes in plant-based […]
Read MoreAV Water Technologies becomes Orbis’s new distributor
Smart monitoring company Orbis Intelligent Systems has announced technology distributor AV Water Technologies (AVWT) as its new partner in the US. The company will be supplying the Orbis SmartCap in […] The post AV Water Technologies becomes Orbis’s new distributor first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLANXESS and TotalEnergies to cooperate on sustainable styrene
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS and French multi-energy company TotalEnergies have entered a cooperation on the supply of Biocircular styrene based on tall oil. Unlike conventional styrene, the raw material used […] The post LANXESS and TotalEnergies to cooperate on sustainable styrene first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWith biogas production, Veolia Water Technologies reduces 17% of Pınar Süt’s carbon emissions at Izmir Plant
Water treatment specialist Veolia Water Technologies’ solutions for wastewater treatment and biogas production are now in service at Turkish dairy company Pınar Süt’s factory in İzmir, Turkey. With the installations, […] The post With biogas production, Veolia Water Technologies reduces 17% of Pınar Süt’s carbon emissions at Izmir Plant first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreAssoc. Prof. Zhao Dan, NUS, wins the NRF Investigatorships Award 2023
The NRF Investigatorship provides opportunities for scientists and researchers to pursue ground-breaking, high-risk research. It is designed to support a small number of excellent Principal Investigators who have a track record of research achievements that identify them as leaders in their respective field(s) of research. NRF aims to develop a strong science research and […]
Read MoreLANXESS prices up 10% for ion exchange resins and iron oxide adsorbers in 2023
Starting 1 Jan 2023, specialty chemicals company LANXESS has increased up to 10% the prices for all Lewatit ion exchange resins and Bayoxide iron oxide adsorbers for water treatment applications […] The post LANXESS prices up 10% for ion exchange resins and iron oxide adsorbers in 2023 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLifequest and Biopipe India to pursue industrial and sewage wastewater treatment markets
Lifequest World focuses on decentralised, scalable wastewater treatment and reuse technologies. Through its subsidiary, Biopipe India, the company is concurrently pursuing both industrial (ETP) and sewage wastewater treatment (STP) markets. […] The post Lifequest and Biopipe India to pursue industrial and sewage wastewater treatment markets first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More120Water platform selected to manage Indiana lead service line database
Expanding its record of providing data management and software solutions to state-wide and multistate programmes, 120Water’s platform has been selected to manage the service line inventories for more than 1,300 […] The post 120Water platform selected to manage Indiana lead service line database first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCall for Papers: Resource recovery and recycling from water streams: Advanced membrane technologies and case studies
ACS ES&T Water is seeking rigorous research articles, reviews, and perspectives on the latest advances in membrane technologies for resource recovery and recycling from diverse water streams (e.g. salt lake brines, brewery wastewater, landfill leachate, anaerobically treated sewage, and more). In a paradigm shift towards resource sustainability and the circular economy, (waste-) waters are now […]
Read MoreHow advanced algorithms are optimising water management at the biggest sporting event of the year
A LEGO-like modular stadium, a ball with an IMU sensor to detect offside incidents, AI-based player tracking, and climate-controlled stadiums, has been a few of the innovations showcased at the […] The post How advanced algorithms are optimising water management at the biggest sporting event of the year first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreH2O Innovation announces new contract and separate contract extension
H2O Innovation has announce that it has been awarded a new operation and maintenance (O&M) service contract, and has extended an existing contract. Both projects are in the state of […] The post H2O Innovation announces new contract and separate contract extension first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreXylem appoints Matthew Pine as chief operating officer
Xylem has announced the appointment of Matthew Pine as chief operating officer, effective 1 Jan 2023. In this role, Pine will accelerate Xylem’s operational excellence, driving cost leadership and scaling […] The post Xylem appoints Matthew Pine as chief operating officer first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePerstorp to save more than one million litres of fresh water yearly at Stenungsund plant
Perstorp has invested in a project that will allow it to use wastewater from a nearby municipal treatment plant for production operations in Stenungsund, Sweden. This will save 1.1m litres […] The post Perstorp to save more than one million litres of fresh water yearly at Stenungsund plant first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreResearch builds knowledge on carbon and water
Sector-wide research is critical for navigating the myriad approaches that the water sector might pursue for reducing its carbon footprint and reaching net zero by 2030, according to Dan Green, […] The post Research builds knowledge on carbon and water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMemsift receives 37.2m rupee contract to build resource recovery plant in India
Singapore-based industrial liquid-waste treatment company Memsift Innovations has received a contract from India to build a resource recovery plant for the manmade fibres (MMF) industry using its improved membrane distillation […] The post Memsift receives 37.2m rupee contract to build resource recovery plant in India first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDe Nora and Aclarity sign agreement to deploy PFAS destroying technology
De Nora has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with water technology company Aclarity to target treating harmful contaminants, such as per- and poly- fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), in water at industrial scale. […] The post De Nora and Aclarity sign agreement to deploy PFAS destroying technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCleantech Oxyle powers wastewater treatment with 2.8m Swiss francs to scale growth
Oxyle has announced a 2.8m Swiss francs pre-seed funding round to bring to market their mission of improving the health of our precious bodies of water and protecting ecosystems against […] The post Cleantech Oxyle powers wastewater treatment with 2.8m Swiss francs to scale growth first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBritish Water and Yorkshire Water: Water industry to address skills and diversity
During British Water’s ‘Better Together – tackling water industry challenges’ reception, Nicola Shaw, CEO of Yorkshire Water, spoke about the need to attract talent, support existing young professionals and increase […] The post British Water and Yorkshire Water: Water industry to address skills and diversity first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong honoured by SMACNA Brazil as a key supplier on two projects
Armstrong Fluid Technology has been honoured by the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractor’s Association (SMACNA) Brazil for being a key supplier to two of the winning projects in the […] The post Armstrong honoured by SMACNA Brazil as a key supplier on two projects first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDWR launches public comment period for LandFlex programme to protect drinking water supplies
In drought-stricken communities, drinking water wells are going dry because groundwater is being pumped faster than it can be replenished. To further protect clean drinking water, the California Department of […] The post DWR launches public comment period for LandFlex programme to protect drinking water supplies first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGriffin Dewatering acquires rental pump services business segment
Griffin Dewatering, a portfolio company of Crossplane Capital, a Dallas-based private equity firm, has acquired the Pump & Integrity Rental segment of Cross Country Infrastructure Services. Founded in 1978, Pump […] The post Griffin Dewatering acquires rental pump services business segment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGivaudan recognised for global climate and water standings with fourth consecutive CDP double A rating
Givaudan has been recognised for its global standings in climate and water stewardship with a double A rating from CDP for the fourth consecutive year. This makes them one of […] The post Givaudan recognised for global climate and water standings with fourth consecutive CDP double A rating first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreProf. Wang Rong, NTU awarded the President’s Technology Award (2022)
The President’s Science and Technology Awards (PSTA) are the highest honours bestowed on exceptional research scientists and engineers in Singapore for their excellent achievements in science and technology. These national awards are given annually to recognise and celebrate outstanding and invaluable contributions by individuals or teams to the research and development landscape in Singapore. The President’s […]
Read MoreLANXESS ranks top in Dow Jones Sustainability Index Europe
LANXESS has announced that it has scored highly in terms of sustainability in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) Europe, scoring 85 out of 100 points, ranking it first in […] The post LANXESS ranks top in Dow Jones Sustainability Index Europe first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUnibloc Hygienic Technologies expands capacity with CNC machining investment in UK
Unibloc Hygienic Technologies (UHT), a manufacturer of hygienic positive displacement pumps, air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pumps, drum pumps, and other flow control products, has expanded production capacity at its Bolney, UK […] The post Unibloc Hygienic Technologies expands capacity with CNC machining investment in UK first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAurecon expands water and coastal specialisation with new market director in Singapore
International design, engineering and advisory company Aurecon has appointed Tracy Cheuk as its market director for Water, Coastal and Climate Change for Singapore to grow its expertise across these areas […] The post Aurecon expands water and coastal specialisation with new market director in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSludge treatment chemicals market expected to grow by 4.6% in CAGR from 2022-2032
Future Market Insights (FMI) has released a report detailing the sludge treatment chemicals market, which is projected to create a dollar opportunity by exhibiting a steady CAGR of 4.6% throughout […] The post Sludge treatment chemicals market expected to grow by 4.6% in CAGR from 2022-2032 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreInfoTiles selected to trial technology in Switzerland for stormwater inflow and groundwater infiltration
Digital technology company InfoTiles has won the opportunity to demonstrate its water management platform with a municipality in western Switzerland. The BlueArk Challenge is a call for projects that aim […] The post InfoTiles selected to trial technology in Switzerland for stormwater inflow and groundwater infiltration first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBinnies celebrates 100 years of water excellence in Singapore
Binnies, an RSK Group company providing water, wastewater and flood resilience solutions, has celebrated its 100th year of water excellence in Singapore on 5 Dec 2022. As they look back […] The post Binnies celebrates 100 years of water excellence in Singapore first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNorthumbrian region in Britain leads in British Water survey
British Water’s annual UK Water Company Performance Survey has put Northumbrian Water at the top, with health and safety, quality assurance and environmental policies at the highest scoring areas. The […] The post Northumbrian region in Britain leads in British Water survey first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAction pledged at cross-sector FOG summit
The hospitality sector has made a call for clarity from UK water companies around their requirements for the disposal of fat, oil and grease (FOG). A need for the progression […] The post Action pledged at cross-sector FOG summit first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAWS makes water-positive commitment to return more water to communities than it uses by 2030
World’s leading cloud provider announces new replenishment projects in India, the United Kingdom, and the United States to bring much needed clean water to communities around the world. At AWS […] The post AWS makes water-positive commitment to return more water to communities than it uses by 2030 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRockwell Automation launches FactoryTalk Design Hub in South East Asia with goal of speeding time to market for new industrial automation design
New offering aims to merge improved collaboration and productivity for design teams Rockwell Automation, a company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has launched FactoryTalk Design Hub, a new […] The post Rockwell Automation launches FactoryTalk Design Hub in South East Asia with goal of speeding time to market for new industrial automation design […]
Read MoreDigital transformation “poses dangers and opportunities”
The sixth British Water Data Conference, which took place on 3 Nov 2022, kicked off with a warning from keynote speaker Oliver Grieveson on the “dangers and opportunities” around digital […] The post Digital transformation “poses dangers and opportunities” first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreManchester City and Xylem encourage football fans to vote for young water heroes tackle global water issues
Manchester City Football Club’s global community programme, Cityzens Giving, and water technology provider, Xylem, are calling on football fans to vote for their top project as the Water Heroes Academy […] The post Manchester City and Xylem encourage football fans to vote for young water heroes tackle global water issues first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreWhite paper “validates effectiveness” of oxygen transfer technology
An industry-verified white paper that validates the transfer efficiency of a gas infusion technology for water and wastewater treatment has been released. The trademarked Dissolved Gas Infusion (DGI) technology, was […] The post White paper “validates effectiveness” of oxygen transfer technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSingapore Pavilion completes first-ever showcase at COP27
The inaugural Pavilion at COP27 drew international attention to Singapore’s climate action strategies Around 5,000 visitors visited the inaugural Singapore Pavilion at the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27), […] The post Singapore Pavilion completes first-ever showcase at COP27 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreKK Fine Foods hits five year milestone for wastewater aeration system
A wastewater mixing and aeration system made by Landia, a manufacturer and supplier of pumping and mixing solutions, has completed five years of uninterrupted service in North Wales at KK […] The post KK Fine Foods hits five year milestone for wastewater aeration system first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration and Transcend partner to showcase benefits of direct nanofiltration membranes through generative design software
Transcend, a business-to-business (B2B) software-as-a-service company that builds engineering tools for engineering, construction, technology, original equipment manufacturer (OEM), and utility sectors, have signed an agreement with NX Filtration to showcase […] The post NX Filtration and Transcend partner to showcase benefits of direct nanofiltration membranes through generative design software first appeared on Water & Wastewater […]
Read MoreXylem honours Texas, Michigan water utilities for making communities more resilient
Water technologies company Xylem recently honoured utilities and distributors that went above and beyond in the areas of customer service and community impact, with a 2022 Reach award during their […] The post Xylem honours Texas, Michigan water utilities for making communities more resilient first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia helps the metropolis of Montpellier to design wastewater treatment plant that will “produce twice as much energy as it consumes”
The metropolis of Montpellier has comissioned Veolia, through its subsidiaries OTV and Veolia Eau France, with the extension and upgrade works as well as the operation of the Maera wastewater […] The post Veolia helps the metropolis of Montpellier to design wastewater treatment plant that will “produce twice as much energy as it consumes” first […]
Read MoreGrundfos becomes “world’s first” water solutions company with approved net-zero science-based targets
Science-Based Targets initiative approves of Grundfos’ 2030 and 2050 targets Grundfos, provider of pump solutions and water technologies, has become the first organisation in the water solutions sector to receive […] The post Grundfos becomes “world’s first” water solutions company with approved net-zero science-based targets first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreHow digital technologies contribute to universal drinking water
Digital water technologies have an important role in ensuring universal access to safe drinking water by 2030, according to a new report from the WHO. Johnny Alexander Gunneng, chief executive […] The post How digital technologies contribute to universal drinking water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More“California first” for Cambi with three new thermal hydrolysis systems for biosolids digesters
The San Francisco Public Utilities (SFPUC) has selected three Cambi thermal hydrolysis technology systems for new biosolids digester facilities. The technology will allow the SFPUC to enhance odour control, boost […] The post “California first” for Cambi with three new thermal hydrolysis systems for biosolids digesters first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreInfrastructure projects in South East Asia, India, and Japan named as finalists in Bentley Systems’ 2022 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure
Winners to be selected and announced on Nov 15 as part of Bentley’s Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital Awards Bentley Systems, the infrastructure engineering software company, has announced several […] The post Infrastructure projects in South East Asia, India, and Japan named as finalists in Bentley Systems’ 2022 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure first […]
Read MoreEngazaat, Azelio, and Mascara NT launch the “SAVE Cleantech Utilities” alliance
During the launch of the COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, Egyptian Engazaat S.A.E, Swedish Azelio AB, and French Mascara NT announced the formation of an alliance to provide innovative […] The post Engazaat, Azelio, and Mascara NT launch the “SAVE Cleantech Utilities” alliance first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia November/December 2022
Fits like a glove: Veolia supports Mölnlycke’s sustainable network How Asian governments can reduce physical and commercial water losses Water-energy-food-material nexus: The next frontier The post Water & Wastewater Asia November/December 2022 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAbu Dhabi to host International Desalination Association World Congress 2024
The International Desalination Association (IDA) will meet in Abu Dhabi in 2024 to “shape the future of the water and desalination sectors worldwide.” The congress is considered the largest in […] The post Abu Dhabi to host International Desalination Association World Congress 2024 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More[WEBINAR] Roundtable: Real world benefits using CECHLO, Green Chlorine model for water treatment
Join De Nora on 10 November 2022 at 2pm (GMT+8) on the discussion on CECHLO Green Chlorine model. The post [WEBINAR] Roundtable: Real world benefits using CECHLO, Green Chlorine model for water treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePhosphorus removal prompts “major” dosing pump order for WMFTS from Colliode
Tightening regulatory requirements on phosphorus removal have resulted in the “largest ever order” of Qdos ReNu chemical metering pumps for Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS). The 240 pumps are required […] The post Phosphorus removal prompts “major” dosing pump order for WMFTS from Colliode first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSWAN forum appoints Jennifer Rebeiro of Greater Western Water as SWAN chair
The Smart Water Networks (SWAN) forum has announced Jennifer Rebeiro as the newest chair of the SWAN Council. Rebeiro serves as the chief information officer (CIO) and is currently acting […] The post SWAN forum appoints Jennifer Rebeiro of Greater Western Water as SWAN chair first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont Global Water Technology Centre welcomes Egyptian government and water industry delegates
Representatives from the Egyptian government and water industry visited the DuPont Global Water Technology Centre in Tarragona in October 2022 to hear how the company’s technology, solutions and expert team […] The post DuPont Global Water Technology Centre welcomes Egyptian government and water industry delegates first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEngineering more reliable electrical systems in wastewater treatment plants
By Jim Medeiros, account manager, Emerson, Appleton, Wisconsin Maintaining wastewater treatment plants is essential to meeting the critical need for clean water. In the US alone, about 34 billion gallons […] The post Engineering more reliable electrical systems in wastewater treatment plants first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTIWW 2022 concludes with “new opportunities” for sustainable water resources and cross-industry cooperation
Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW) 2022 concluded with “great success” on Oct 15, according to its organisers. This year’s theme focused on water reclamation and recycling and over 80 government […] The post TIWW 2022 concludes with “new opportunities” for sustainable water resources and cross-industry cooperation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVitens and NX Filtration start pilot for testing Ijssel River water as potential source for drinking water
Vitens, a drinking water utility in the Netherlands, is starting a pilot program with NX Filtration, a provider of direct nanofiltration (dNF) technology for pure and affordable water. In the […] The post Vitens and NX Filtration start pilot for testing Ijssel River water as potential source for drinking water first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreIndependent Dutch water research institute KWR demonstrates NX Filtration’s membranes retention of PFAS
Dutch water research institute KWR, has performed full-scale tests on PFAS retention of NX Filtration’s direct nanofiltration (dNF) membranes. The institute claims that the technology, created by a provider of […] The post Independent Dutch water research institute KWR demonstrates NX Filtration’s membranes retention of PFAS first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRegion-wide “digital twins” project IMPETUS has been launched
The phrase “digital twins” has become more common in the water industry to describe the creation of virtual replicas of physical assets, such as water treatment plants or water networks. […] The post Region-wide “digital twins” project IMPETUS has been launched first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB launches Our Coastal Conversation public engagements to reimagine the future of our coastline at City-East Coast
National Water Agency PUB kicked off the first of its series of community engagement sessions today on enhancing flood resilience in the face of climate change, specifically on how Singapore […] The post PUB launches Our Coastal Conversation public engagements to reimagine the future of our coastline at City-East Coast first appeared on Water & […]
Read MoreAnaergia Announces Expansion of Leadership Team to Support and Accelerate Global Growth
Anaergia Inc. is pleased to announce the appointments of Paula Myson as chief financial officer (CFO), and Hani Kaissi as chief development officer (CDO), effectively from 17 October 2022. Myson […] The post Anaergia Announces Expansion of Leadership Team to Support and Accelerate Global Growth first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEngineering More Reliable Electrical Systems in Wastewater Treatment Plants
By Jim Medeiros, account manager, Appleton, Emerson Maintaining wastewater treatment plants is essential to meeting the critical need for clean water. In the United States alone, about 34 billion gallons of […] The post Engineering More Reliable Electrical Systems in Wastewater Treatment Plants first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSpring’s water challenge presents an opportunity for cross-sector innovators
Innovation accelerator Spring launches new water competition Condition monitoring solutions sought from a range of industries Chance to pitch to and collaborate with multiple water companies Innovators from multiple sectors […] The post Spring’s water challenge presents an opportunity for cross-sector innovators first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWestfalia rolls out global water plan in pioneering approach
Westfalia Fruit Group, a multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit, is advancing on its industry-leading water strategy with plans in place to decrease the […] The post Westfalia rolls out global water plan in pioneering approach first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDreaming the possible – data and the future of water
As the UK moves towards the next regulatory asset management period – AMP8 – starting in 2025, the sector faces higher expectations than ever for environmental protection and provision of […] The post Dreaming the possible – data and the future of water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater utilities set the pace in race to reduce carbon emissions
More than 80 water and wastewater utilities worldwide have set net-zero and climate-neutrality targets. These utilities are leading the decarbonisation of the water sector with strategies that optimise operations while […] The post Water utilities set the pace in race to reduce carbon emissions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFady Juez elected president of the International Desalination Association for 2022 – 2024 term
The International Desalination Association (IDA) announced that Mr Fady Juez, managing director of Metito Overseas, has been elected president by the Term 20 IDA board. Ms Shannon McCarthy has been […] The post Fady Juez elected president of the International Desalination Association for 2022 – 2024 term first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVitens improves pump energy efficiency together with Samotics
Vitens, a drinking water company in the Netherlands, has successfully realised energy savings on its critical pumps using SAM4 Energy in a proof-of-value pilot. This demonstrated how the energy efficiency […] The post Vitens improves pump energy efficiency together with Samotics first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMentorAPM selected to provide EAM for city of Santa Monica plant upgrades
MentorAPM has been selected to provide an enterprise asset management (EAM) system for the city of Santa Monica’s water resources division and the sustainable water supply programme. The asset management […] The post MentorAPM selected to provide EAM for city of Santa Monica plant upgrades first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNX Filtration to be part of Acciona-led initiative to eliminate emerging pollutants from water sources
NX Filtration, a provider of direct water nanofiltration technology, has announced its participation in the European innovation project LIFE PRISTINE. The project’s objective is to eliminate emerging contaminants in the […] The post NX Filtration to be part of Acciona-led initiative to eliminate emerging pollutants from water sources first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWEF awards 13 communities for excellence in stormwater management
The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has recognised 13 communities for their excellence in stormwater management, including exceeding permit requirements and sharing knowledge with the water sector.The municipal separate storm sewer […] The post WEF awards 13 communities for excellence in stormwater management first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos Australia launches new testing facility to bring water solutions closer to local market
Grundfos has unveiled a new in-house testing facility for submersible pumps at its south Australian headquarters. The new AU$ 3 million facility has the capacity to test more than 16 […] The post Grundfos Australia launches new testing facility to bring water solutions closer to local market first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreStemming the microplastics tide
Recent research has found microplastics both in human blood and deep inside the lungs of living people. As scientists try to determine how exposure might affect human and marine life, we examine some of the developing filtration technologies fighting the tide of microplastics pollution.
Read MoreAlkegen launches high efficiency filtration media at WFC13
Alkegen is launching three new high efficiency filtration (HEF) products for air, liquid and molecular applications during the World Filtration Congress in San Diego, California.
Read MoreGradiant opens two new offices in Australia:
Gradiant announced on 4 Oct that they were establishing two new business offices in Adelaide and Perth, in addition to their regional headquarters in Sydney. Gradiant’s Adelaide office will be […] The post Gradiant opens two new offices in Australia: first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIngersoll Rand to acquire SPX Flow’s Air Treatment business
Ingersoll Rand Inc has entered into an agreement to acquire SPX Flow’s Air Treatment business for a purchase price of US$525 million.
Read MoreAhlstrom-Munksjö changes business name to Ahlstrom
Ahlstrom-Munksjö is now operating under the business name Ahlstrom.
Read MoreTaiwan International Water Week 2022 to be held from 13-15 Oct
Taiwan’s only business-to-business (B2B) water-related tradeshow, Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW), will return to the Taipei World Trade Centre (TWTC) Exhibition Hall 1, from 13-15 Oct 2022. The main theme […] The post Taiwan International Water Week 2022 to be held from 13-15 Oct first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLeadership changes at Donaldson
Donaldson Company Inc has announced a number of new leadership appointments as part of a broader organizational redesign aimed at better-positioning the company to serve its end market customers.
Read MoreGrundfos unveils new brand promise and tagline
Grundfos has announced a new brand promise and tagline that encapsulate the company’s belief in the power of water to change the world.
Read MoreUKWIR’s speakers share thoughts on transforming the water sector
The UK Water Industry Research (UKWIR), a collaborative research platform for the UK and Ireland water sector, held their annual conference on 4 Oct 2022 in London, in collaboration with […] The post UKWIR’s speakers share thoughts on transforming the water sector first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSUEZ “wins the largest contract in its history” in India for wastewater treatment
The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM), the public utility board in charge of potable and municipal wastewater management for the city of Mumbai, India, has awarded SUEZ a contract for an amount of €700 million to design, build and operate (DBO) 500 MLD capacity Wastewater Treatment Facility at Worli, Mumbai, to serve a […]
Read MoreBASF offers neopentyl glycol and propionic acid with product carbon footprint of zero
BASF for the first time offers neopentyl glycol (NPG) and propionic acid (PA) with a cradle-to-gate product carbon footprint (PCF) of zero. BASF achieves the zero PCF for NPG and PA by using renewable raw materials in its unique Verbund production system via its biomass balance (BMB) approach. Read more: BASF News Releases
Read MoreBaxter Innovations & Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd. joins SG MEM
SG MEM warmly welcomes Baxter Innovations & Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd. as a new member in February 2023! Baxter develops products and therapies for saving and sustaining lives which can be found throughout hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies. Find out more at https://www.baxter.com/
Read MoreST Engineering Marine and Nala Membranes joins SG MEM
SG MEM warmly welcomed 2 new members in September, ST Engineering Marine and Nala Membranes. ST Engineering Marine provides design, build and engineering services for shipbuilding, repair and conversion of commercial and naval vessels, as well as vessel intelligence solutions using AI, IOT, robotics etc. Find out more at https://www.stengg.com/en/marine/. Nala Membranes is a […]
Read MoreXylem and Man City expand Water Heroes Academy
The Xylem Water Heroes Academy, a global initiative with Manchester City Football Club’s Cityzens Giving charity that uses the power of football to tackle local water challenges, is expanding to ten cities.
Read MoreLiqTech adds to executive leadership team
Clean technology company LiqTech International Inc has appointed Janne Pedersen as vice president of Sales at LiqTech Holding and Kim Hansen as managing director of LiqTech Plastics.
Read MoreFreudenberg to showcase filtration media at WFC13
Freudenberg Performance Materials will showcase its high-performance filtration media solutions for the first time at the 13th World Filtration Congress (WFC13) which takes place in San Diego, California, USA from 6–8 October.
Read MoreBentley’s Dru Crawley receives IBPSA-USA Award for Distinguished Achievement in Building Simulation
Bentley Systems has announced that Dru Crawley, Bentley fellow and director of building performance research, has received the IBPSA-USA Award for Distinguished Achievement in Building Simulation. It will be presented […] The post Bentley’s Dru Crawley receives IBPSA-USA Award for Distinguished Achievement in Building Simulation first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB bags 4 prizes for project innovation at International Water Association Awards
PUB projects won a total of four gold awards at the biennial International Water Association (IWA) Project Innovation Awards on Sep 13th, 2022 at the IWA World Congress and Exhibition held in Copenhagen, Denmark. The winning projects were the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant which bagged the IWA Grand Innovation Award, given to the […]
Read MoreBASF and GS Engineering and Construction intend to jointly develop modular solutions for Carbon Capture
BASF and GS Engineering and Construction (GS E&C) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on a strategic partnership to jointly develop modular solutions for Carbon Capture facilities. The partners want to develop individual package solutions from standardized elements for customers from all industries in order to remove CO2 from exhaust gases and process it so […]
Read MoreAquatic Informatics awards Ripple Effect Grant to further freshwater research
Aquatic Informatics has awarded the latest Ripple Effect grant to Stroud Water Research Centre. Ripple Effect is a software and service donation programme that will enable the Stroud Centre to […] The post Aquatic Informatics awards Ripple Effect Grant to further freshwater research first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More120Water to debut PWS Portal at NRWA WaterPro Conference
New compliance software functionality from 120Water bridges LCRR inventory data and state reporting requirements. Forging a path through the evolving landscape of Lead and Copper Rule Revision (LCRR) implementation, 120Water, […] The post 120Water to debut PWS Portal at NRWA WaterPro Conference first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGradiant Awarded Over $30M in September for New Contracts to Serve the World’s Essential Industries
Gradient was awarded $30M for unique clients in seven contracts secured in September alone. The contracts include multi-national corporations in semiconductors (Singapore), industrial protective equipment (Australia), food & beverage (Belgium and United States), pharmaceuticals (India), and infrastructure (Australia). Gradiant will deploy a range of solutions in advanced water and wastewater to enable these industrial […]
Read MoreEnd of battery life: now is the time to prepare…
In conjunction with the Virtucycle® Recycling Program, Arkema is developing recovery and recycling processes for Kynar®PVDF contained in batteries. Read more here
Read MoreIndustry partners use ORNL software to trim carbon footprint of buildings
Two years after the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory provided a model of nearly every building in America, commercial partners are using the tool for tasks ranging […] The post Industry partners use ORNL software to trim carbon footprint of buildings first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEssential asset for water investment planning launches
The latest version of Probit’s asset investment manager (AIM) software is already helping water companies in England & Wales save time and cost in planning works to optimise geographical synergies. […] The post Essential asset for water investment planning launches first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMetso Outotec to build filter plate factory in Mexico
Metso Outotec is setting up its first polymer filter plate production unit in Mexico.
Read MoreIDE Water Technologies invests in R&D and sustainability
Israel’s IDE Technologies has announced an increased investment and focus on the sustainability of seawater desalination and water treatment facilities through research and development in fields that are adjacent and complimentary to water.
Read MoreArkema joins Spanish Consortium to enhance circularity with recycling innovations for powder coatings
Arkema, a world leader in specialty materials, together with a consortium of companies, is exploring and advancing the recyclability of post-consumer PET (from bottles and other plastic items) to regain monomers for reuse as raw materials for more sustainable polyester powder resins for the coating market. Read more here.
Read MorePeristaltic pumps gain improved coverage in WIMES
Watson Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) has helped with a revision of the Water Industry Mechanical & Electrical Specifications (WIMES), opening up peristaltic pumps to more potential customers in the […] The post Peristaltic pumps gain improved coverage in WIMES first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos partners with C40 Cities for phase two of Water Safe Cities project
Grundfos and the Grundfos Foundation are partnering with the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group on the second phase of its Water Safe Cities project (WSC II) to accelerate better water management.
Read MoreAnglian Water pilots transformative AI technology
Transformation of Anglian Water’s treatment and recycling processes is being made possible by trials of artificial intelligence (AI) driven software developed by Norwegian technology company InfoTiles. The digital analytics company […] The post Anglian Water pilots transformative AI technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThe International Water Association’s World Water Congress & Exhibition 2022 comes to a close
An eventful week focused on ‘Water for Smart Liveable Cities’. The International Water Association’s 2022 World Water Congress & Exhibition officially came to a close on 15 Sep. The edition, […] The post The International Water Association’s World Water Congress & Exhibition 2022 comes to a close first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater innovation fast-tracked by BlueTech-WIN agreement
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed by BlueTech Research and WIN Water at the 2022 International Water Association World Water Congress in Copenhagen, Denmark. The agreement commits the two […] The post Water innovation fast-tracked by BlueTech-WIN agreement first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSocial gaming app wins Xylem Water Challenge award at HackZurich2022
A team of hackathon participants who developed an innovative app to promote sustainable water consumption has won the Xylem Water Challenge award at HackZurich 2022, Europe‘s largest coding marathon.
Read MoreZwitterCo raises US$33mn to scale its membrane technology
US membrane technology company ZwitterCo Inc has secured US$33 million in a Series A funding round to expand the development and production of its zwitterionic membrane technology.
Read MoreMembrion secures DOE grant for novel manufacturing of desalination membranes
Seattle-based membrane startup Membrion has received a US$1.1 million grant from the United States Department of Energy (DOE), Advanced Manufacturing Office (AMO), through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program.
Read MoreEaton showcases water technologies at World Filtration Congress 2022
Eaton will be placing a special focus on highly efficient water filtration solutions at the World Filtration Congress in San Diego, California from 5–9 October 2022.
Read MoreGEA Smart Filtration: monitoring membranes via app
GEA Smart Filtration monitors membrane filtration systems in real time and visualizes the status on a digital dashboard.
Read MoreTimers halve SAF blower power use
A simple adjustment to blowers on submerged aerated filter (SAF) technology is bringing significant energy reductions in wastewater treatment, wrote Andrew Baird, technical director of WCS Environmental Engineering, meaning cost […] The post Timers halve SAF blower power use first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDe Nora reports increased demand for SWEC in Asia
De Nora’s SEACLOR seawater electrochlorination systems provide reliable and sustainable onsite cooling for coastal power generation. De Nora has seen a 7.4% increase in demand for its SEACLOR seawater electrochlorination […] The post De Nora reports increased demand for SWEC in Asia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThe 13th IWA Project Innovation Awards announces 18 winners in six award categories
Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant wins Grand Innovation Award At the 2022 IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition, the water sector celebrated outstanding innovation and leadership in the industry with […] The post The 13th IWA Project Innovation Awards announces 18 winners in six award categories first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreToray opens water research centre in India
Japan’s Toray Industries Inc has opened the Toray India Water Research Center in Chennai, India.
Read MorePepsiCo, ADM Announce Groundbreaking Agreement Aiming to Reduce Carbon Intensity by Supporting Regenerative Agriculture Practices on Up to 2 Million Acres of Farmland
PepsiCo and ADM announced a groundbreaking 7.5-year strategic commercial agreement to closely collaborate on projects that aim to significantly expand regenerative agriculture across their shared North American supply chains. This strategic partnership is expected to reach up to 2 million acres by 2030, and represents a trailblazing effort by two global companies that share […]
Read MoreGEA develops membrane filtration plant monitoring via app
GEA Smart Filtration monitors membrane filtration systems in real time and visualises the status on a digital dashboard. The goal is to extend the useful life of the membrane and […] The post GEA develops membrane filtration plant monitoring via app first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBritish Water seeks views on water company performance
Water sector supply chain companies are being invited to share their experiences of working with UK utilities over the past 12 months. British Water has launched the annual UK Water […] The post British Water seeks views on water company performance first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePolitics and practice connect around water as a key to action on climate and the Sustainable Development Goals
The International Water Association’s World Water Congress & Exhibition, underway in Copenhagen, Denmark, has hosted a summit connecting leading figures from the water sector with government and city politicians from […] The post Politics and practice connect around water as a key to action on climate and the Sustainable Development Goals first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia September/October 2022
Smart, sustainable and secure: Grundfos aims to transform water Groundwater monitoring underpins management of the Great Fen Hidden truths: What is really in your water? The post Water & Wastewater Asia September/October 2022 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia extends water reuse process for Baladna, reducing water consumption
Following the first stage completed in 2020, Qatari dairy producer Baladna has worked again with Veolia Water Technologies to extend the wastewater treatment capacity at its farm in Al Khor, […] The post Veolia extends water reuse process for Baladna, reducing water consumption first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLANXESS inaugurates biological wastewater treatment plant
LANXESS has commissioned a new wastewater treatment plant at its Belgium Kallo/Antwerp site. The special chemicals company has invested around €12 million in the plant, which has a treatment capacity […] The post LANXESS inaugurates biological wastewater treatment plant first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreZero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) and Resource Recovery for Coal Chemical Wastewater Treatment
DuPont membrane technology was used at a coal chemical wastewater treatment facility at the Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industry Base in Ningxia, China, where minimum liquid discharge (MLD) was used to process the wastewater and achieve significant water recovery before thermal processing to achieve ZLD. Read more here.
Read MoreDuPont Water Solutions Helped Wastewater Reuse Project of Shandong Chenming
Advanced membrane technology from DuPont has helped Chenming overcome the challenge of treating highly polluted wastewater with high concentrations of COD and iron ions, allowing them to achieve the water yield and effluent quality requirements necessary for efficient reuse. Read more here.
Read MoreGrundfos: half-year sales up 11.2%
Grundfos has reported net turnover of DKK15.8 billion for the first half of 2022 with earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) of DKK1,689 million adjusted for a one-off cost related to the closing of its business in Russia and Belarus.
Read MoreGEA’s water-saving membrane system for non-alcoholic beer
GEA has unveiled a new sustainable option for the membrane system for beer dealcoholization at Drinktec 2022.
Read MoreAnton Paar celebrates a century
Anton Paar Group, the measurement instrument company, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.
Read MoreAAF International acquires National Air Filter
AAF International (American Air Filter Co Inc) has acquired National Air Filter Service Company of New Jersey, one of the oldest and largest full-service air filtration management companies in the United States.
Read MorePUB raises S$800m in inaugural green bond issuance
Proceeds from green bonds issued will finance projects to strengthen Singapore’s water security and sustainability. PUB, Singapore’s national water agency has raised S$800 million through the issuance of its inaugural […] The post PUB raises S$800m in inaugural green bond issuance first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMölnlycke invests €50m in a new surgical gloves plant to meet future demand
Mölnlycke has invested €50m in a new plant in Kulim, Malaysia, to meet future demand for high-quality surgical gloves. The new plant will start production in Sep 2022 and will […] The post Mölnlycke invests €50m in a new surgical gloves plant to meet future demand first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGrundfos closes business in Russia and Belarus
Grundfos has taken the decision to close its business in Russia and Belarus.
Read MoreJacobs to complete design of New Mexico rural water supply system
Jacobs, the engineering company, is providing design services for the remaining phases of Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority’s (ENMWUA) rural water supply system, which will provide a renewable surface water supply to 55,000 people and Cannon Air Force Base in eastern New Mexico.
Read MoreHengst Filtration to acquire Brazil’s Linter Group
Germany’s Hengst Filtration is acquiring Linter Group, a Brazilian company that manufactures air filters and air filtration equipment.
Read MorePall breaks ground on US$100mn manufacturing facility in Singapore
Pall Corp has held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new US$100 million state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Singapore to meet unprecedented global semiconductor demand.
Read MoreAugust’s top filtration stories
Featuring Amazon Filters, Rensa Filtration and Mann+Hummel.
Read MoreDuPont wins five 2022 R&D 100 Awards
DuPont has announced that it has been named winner of five 2022 R&D100 Awards in the mechanical/materials category. The R&D 100 Awards, sponsored by R&D World Magazine, recognises the 100 most […] The post DuPont wins five 2022 R&D 100 Awards first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreToray Creates Membrane Separators to Recover Lithium from Used Lithium-Ion Batteries
Toray Industries, Inc. announced that it has innovated a nanofiltration membrane to recover lithium from used automotive lithium-ion batteries which are expected to be generated in large quantities in the future and are currently largely disposed of. Toray is already starting to evaluate the recovery using actual lithium-ion batteries and will accelerate research and […]
Read MoreLive webinar with NX Filtration on hollow fiber NF modules
On Thursday 15 September 2022, Filtration+Separation will host a free live webinar event in partnership with NX Filtration on hollow fiber NF modules.
Read MoreHow are your headworks coping with a world of change?
By Mike Bambridge, managing director of CST Wastewater Solutions Efficient and easily maintained screening is the first and very critical stage in municipal and industrial wastewater treatment, as water industry […] The post How are your headworks coping with a world of change? first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEmerson’s machine visualization solution differentiates OEM systems and improves user operations
PACSystems RXi HMI delivers visualisation for the digital age: intuitive graphics, smartphone-like usability, collaboration from anywhere and industrial ruggedness. Machine builders in any industrial application can now use Emerson’s PACSystems […] The post Emerson’s machine visualization solution differentiates OEM systems and improves user operations first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWilo expands in wastewater treatment
Wilo has made two wastewater treatment acquisitions in Germany: FSM Frankenberger GmbH & Co KG in Pohlheim and WSM Walower Stahl- und Maschinenbau GmbH in Walow.
Read MoreAquaporin collaborates on Canary Islands’ desalination and wastewater pilot project
Aquaporin is partnering with the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Canary Islands Institute of Technology to develop a forward osmosis desalination and wastewater pilot plant based in Mancomunidad del Sureste de Gran Canaria.
Read MoreLG unveils ‘table-type’ air purifier
LG Electronics (LG) is presenting its new air purifier, the PuriCare Objet Collection Aero Furniture, at IFA 2022. The follow up to the acclaimed PuriCare AeroTower revealed at CES earlier this year, the new table-type model blurs the line between beautiful furniture and advanced air purifier, offering a design that can be tailored to meet […]
Read MoreClean TeQ Water licences mine tailings dewatering technology
Australia’s Clean TeQ Water has signed an exclusive global technology licence agreement with Soane Labs for its Accelerated Dewatering Technology, known as ATA, with an option to purchase the technology within an 18 month period.
Read MoreHengst Filtration presents its extensive product portfolio at the Automechanika in Frankfurt am Main
From September 13 to 17, the filtration specialist will be presenting itself at the Automechanika in Frankfurt (booth A71 in Hall 4.0) under the motto “The SMART Alternative” and in the well-known OE quality.
Read MoreFrom grape to glass
Filtration plays a crucial role in the winemaking process. Here we discover more about the techniques and filter types employed and why they matter.
Read MoreSUEZ expands suite of advanced analytics solutions
SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions has unveiled the latest additions to its robust suite of advanced analytics: IVAP* and CompRISE*. These data-driven analytics enable customers to optimise the operation of […] The post SUEZ expands suite of advanced analytics solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePepsiCo and Arizona State University Launch Global Water Academy
PepsiCo, Inc. announced, in partnership with Arizona State University (ASU), the open sourcing of the PepsiCo Water Academy. The course, jointly developed by the partners, will be open to individuals outside of the company for the first time. Read more: PEPSICO PressPelease
Read MoreSMART advances in the detection and quantification of viral pathogens in wastewater
SMART’s new assay used in a wastewater surveillance study revealed that Omicron displaced Delta as the dominant variant in an Italian population within just 3 weeks. Researchers from the Antimicrobial […] The post SMART advances in the detection and quantification of viral pathogens in wastewater first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAquaporin announces collaboration on novel desalination and wastewater pilot project
A collaboration between Aquaporin, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, and Canary Islands Institute of Technology will develop a revolutionizing forward osmosis pilot plant based in Mancomunidad del Sureste de Gran Canaria. Read more here
Read MoreSyrinix adds east and west coast distributors
Partners target wastewater monitoring to protect critical ecosystems Syrinix, a provider of water and wastewater monitoring solutions, added two new distributors: Environmental MD (EMD) and Whitney Equipment Company, Inc. (WECI). […] The post Syrinix adds east and west coast distributors first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSingapore Polytechnic, Grundfos, and other partners, participate in sustainability conference
Singapore Polytechnic (SP) has announced the set-up of its latest research centre — the Environmental Sustainability & Energy Efficiency Centre (ESEE) — at the “Values-Based Green Transition – For Singapore […] The post Singapore Polytechnic, Grundfos, and other partners, participate in sustainability conference first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePUB establishes green financing framework to advance sustainable development and climate action
Proceeds from green bonds issued will finance projects to strengthen Singapore’s water security and sustainability PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, has established a Green Financing Framework to fund planned and […] The post PUB establishes green financing framework to advance sustainable development and climate action first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTips when selecting an ideal chopper pump
When it is time for a new pump change, operators need to determine exactly which chopper pump model and specifications will best fit their needs. From operating conditions to lifetime […] The post Tips when selecting an ideal chopper pump first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFILTREX India – Call for papers open
Building on the outstanding success of the three previous editions, EDANA and BCH present a high-level conference and unique business opportunities, supporting the growing market for filtration across the Indian subcontinent and Asia.
Read MoreAecom to provide filtration engineering services for WTP in British Columbia
Infrastructure consulting firm Aecom has secured a contract with the Regional District North Okanagan (RDNO) to provide engineering services for the construction of a new filtration facility at the Mission Hill Water Treatment Plant (MHWTP) in British Columbia, Canada.
Read MoreMann+Hummel renews syndicated credit line
Mann+Hummel has closed an €800 million revolving credit facility with a syndicate of nine core banks.
Read MoreWeir Minerals president to retire
Ricardo Garib is retiring as president of Weir Minerals at the end of this year.
Read MoreAudax Private Equity acquires Rensa Filtration
Audax Private Equity has acquired air filtration products manufacturer Rensa Filtration.
Read MoreEnergy efficiency takes spotlight at Danfoss webinar
Supporting desalination in a sustainable and energy-efficient manner. The world is faced with greater water shortages due to overexploitation, water pollution and more extreme weather patterns as a result of […] The post Energy efficiency takes spotlight at Danfoss webinar first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSG MEM institutional members awarded with Singapore National Day Awards (2022)
Congratulations to Prof Wang Rong (NTU), Prof Hu Jiangyong (NUS) and Prof Iftekhar A Karimi (NUS) for being awarded with the Singapore National Day Awards by the President of the Republic of Singapore, for their contributions to education in Singapore as well as their dedicated service to their universities. Prof Wang […]
Read MoreResearchers discover adsorbent material that filters toxic chromium and arsenic from water supplies
Researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory are tackling a global water challenge with a material designed to target not one, but two toxic, heavy metal […] The post Researchers discover adsorbent material that filters toxic chromium and arsenic from water supplies first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAn endless loop to securing tomorrow’s water
Water is vital for all life and the environment. Speaking with Water & Wastewater Asia, Vincent Caillaud, CEO of Veolia Water Technologies, shares more about closing the water recycling loop […] The post An endless loop to securing tomorrow’s water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAmazon Filters invests for further growth after equity buy-back
Amazon Filters is taking on new premises and equipment to boost production capacity after buying out the stake of its long-term equity partner BGF.
Read MoreCentrisys/CNP expands US team
Centrisys/CNP, the North American manufacturer of decanter and thickening centrifuges and dewatering systems, has hired two new team members to meet the growing demand for its products and solutions.
Read MoreAeropress has launched a reusable steel filter
The makers of the Aeropress (styled AeroPress by the company) has launched a reusable steel filter for the popular single-cup manual brewing device.
Read MoreSecond Mesa Day school buses retrofitted with new filtration system
Second Mesa Day school is improving air quality on its school busses by equipping them with MERV-13 equivalent filtration and UV-C technology, and taking a step toward keeping students and school bus drivers safe by filtering the air on the buses.
Read MoreFlowfinity launches new IoT sensor integration capabilities for situational awareness
Flowfinity, a platform for business process automation, has announced new capabilities to help utilities and enterprises with complex physical assets achieve situational awareness to avoid unexpected downtime or major service […] The post Flowfinity launches new IoT sensor integration capabilities for situational awareness first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreFLSmidth to provide mineral processing technologies for zinc-lead concentrator in Kazakhstan
FLSmidth has signed a DKK950 million contract with ShalkiyaZinc to supply mineral processing equipment, including filters and thickeners, for a greenfield zinc-lead concentrator at its zinc and lead mine in the Kyzylorda region of Kazakhstan.
Read MoreFuture filtration
Martin Klein vice president of engineering filter elements at Mann+Hummel, has had a long career spanning almost two decades in the filtration industry. Filtration+Separation talks to him about the future of the industry and what will be the most surprising change yet.
Read MoreDuperon Corporation Awarded ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Wastewater solutions provider takes the first step on quality management. Duperon, a screening and solids handling equipment manufacturer, has been awarded International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) certification for its systems […] The post Duperon Corporation Awarded ISO 9001:2015 Certification first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreOlea Edge Analytics announces water monitoring trial programme for drought-stricken Texas municipalities
Olea Edge Analytics, an edge computing platform for the water utility industry, has offered a risk-free 90-day trial of its solution to cities and counties affected by Texas Governor Greg […] The post Olea Edge Analytics announces water monitoring trial programme for drought-stricken Texas municipalities first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreC40 Cities: Climate-related flooding and drought to cost world’s major cities US$194B annually
A C40 Cities study finds that without urgent action, millions more people around the glove will face grave risks from river flooding, along with more frequent and severe drought by […] The post C40 Cities: Climate-related flooding and drought to cost world’s major cities US$194B annually first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWaterIQ appoints Jordan Meissner to lead newly established lake and pond division
WaterIQ Technologies, which creates ultrasonic solutions to combat harmful algae and biofilm without the use of chemicals, has appointed Jordan Meissner as vice-president of the WaterIQ lake and pond division. […] The post WaterIQ appoints Jordan Meissner to lead newly established lake and pond division first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLaunch of S.sensing TS, a Sedimentation Tank Automatic Monitoring System Powered by AI
Kurita Water Industries Ltd. (Head Office: Nakano-ku, Tokyo; President: Michiya Kadota) has launched a system called S.sensing TS that enables automatic monitoring of processing conditions in sedimentation tanks during the sedimentation process of wastewater treatment. Read more here
Read MoreBuilding a sustainable smart city
In the face of the greatest challenge of our time – climate change – cities of the future not only have to be smart but also sustainable, as Water & […] The post Building a sustainable smart city first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSPX Flow and Flottweg partner to improve plant-based process solutions
SPX Flow Inc has entered into a new partnership with separation technology company Flottweg SE that will enable both companies to design, supply, install and commission end-to-end plant-based process solutions for customers in the nutrition, health, food and beverage industries.
Read MoreNew MANN-FILTER transmission oil filter for the e-axle
Contrary to some opinions, the majority of electric vehicles have a transmission that is housed in what is known as the e-axle. This e-axle is a compact solution for the electric drive of battery electric vehicles and applications in hybrid vehicles. Electric motor, power electronics and transmission are combined into one compact unit, which directly […]
Read MoreLiqTech names new president and CEO
Ceramic silicon carbide filtration technology company LiqTech International Inc has appointed Fei Chen as president and CEO.
Read MoreNederman acquires RoboVent
Swedish environmental technology company Nederman has acquired North American industrial air filtration specialist RoboVent in a SEK430 million deal.
Read MoreBritish Water appoints Mark Fletcher as chair
Mark Fletcher, global water leader at Arup and an Arup Fellow, has been announced as new chair of British Water. The appointment was announced at the trade association’s annual general meeting on 28 […] The post British Water appoints Mark Fletcher as chair first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTemasek Foundation Call for Proposals
Temasek Foundation champions sustainability and innovative solutions to improve liveability in an abc World of active and productive economies, beautiful and inclusive societies, and a clean and cool earth. The Foundation funds and supports ideas and innovations that bring about solutions, systems and capabilities to address various challenges, particularly environmental, healthcare and other adversities […]
Read MoreSpring Accelerator promotes net zero water challenges
Emission-cutting innovations from three global technology players have been accelerated through the UK water sector with the collaborative platform, Spring. Technologies from Siemens, Xylem and Cobalt Water Global have also been mobilised […] The post Spring Accelerator promotes net zero water challenges first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWorld’s largest ceramic membrane-based water treatment works in development using PWNT innovations
The United Kingdom’s South Staffs Water, a regulated clean-water company serving 1.3m people and 35,000 businesses, is upgrading its Hampton Loade water treatment works using PWNT’s CeraMac technologies. Once completed […] The post World’s largest ceramic membrane-based water treatment works in development using PWNT innovations first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia marks 20 years of purified water technology with Orion
Veolia Water Technologies, a solutions provider for both water and wastewater treatment, has celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Orion, a multi-technology purified water production system for the pharmaceutical and […] The post Veolia marks 20 years of purified water technology with Orion first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMegaprojects: Conquering data logistics through project controls technology
Bridging stakeholders and businesses with data-driven insights to meet future demands. BY PAULA PERRIN Infrastructure projects continue to gain in importance. They are also gaining in size, thus the term […] The post Megaprojects: Conquering data logistics through project controls technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreVeolia launches a programme to boost wastewater reuse in France
As severe droughts become increasingly common and acute in all parts of France, Veolia is committed to protecting water resources through the widespread adoption of industrial ecology solutions. The group […] The post Veolia launches a programme to boost wastewater reuse in France first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCentrisys/CNP expands team with hiring of Jeffrey Kin and Steve Corless
The addition of Kin and Corless represents company growth initiatives in key departments to meet the increasing demand for Centrisys/CNP decanter centrifuge manufacturing and advanced biosolids treatment solutions. Centrisys/CNP, a […] The post Centrisys/CNP expands team with hiring of Jeffrey Kin and Steve Corless first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAnaergia brings resource recovery solutions to new wastewater treatment plant in California
Anaergia has announced that its solutions that turn waste into renewable energy have been integrated in a new wastewater treatment plant in Highland, California. The new facility, owned and operated […] The post Anaergia brings resource recovery solutions to new wastewater treatment plant in California first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEvent-triggered pipeline leak detection systems
An R&D collaboration between Teredo Analytics and PUB’s water supply network department. BY WONG LIANG JIE AND DR RAJAT MISHRA Teredo Analytics is a deep tech start-up incorporated under the […] The post Event-triggered pipeline leak detection systems first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMann+Hummel opens its first European Digital Hub
Mann+Hummel is continuing to drive forward its digital transformation with the opening of a Digital Hub in Heilbronn, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Read MoreDuperon hires business development manager
Duperon Corp, a specialist in preliminary liquid/solids separation systems, has appointed Steve Macomber as business development manager.
Read MoreJohn Crane will host a filtration booth at ACHEMA 2022
John Crane, a global leader in rotating equipment and energy technology solutions, supplying engineered technologies and services to process industries, will host a filtration booth and exhibit several new products at ACHEMA 2022.
Read More3M to spin off Health Care business
3M has announced that it intends to spin off its Health Care business, resulting in two public companies.
Read MoreMotex Showcases Award-Winning Face Masks in Miami at FIME 2022
Motex Healthcare Corp., the world’s largest medical grade mask producer and certified by the Guinness World Records, is featuring their latest award-winning face masks at this year’s FIME 2022 in Miami Beach, USA. From July 27 to July 29, the company will exhibit their most innovative face mask based on the concept of high filtration, […]
Read MoreWater sector needs to attract young talent, says industry player
One of the UK water sector’s team players has called on the industry to find new ways to attract young talent in order to tackle urgent social and environmental challenges. […] The post Water sector needs to attract young talent, says industry player first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRusco adds Smart Leak Detector
Continuing its commitment to meeting consumer needs with quality and innovative products, water filtration pioneer Rusco is pleased to release the Rusco Smart Leak Detector, which will add to its expanding line of smart products.
Read MoreSingapore Sustainability Scholarship 2022 awarded to 16 individuals
A total of 16 candidates received the Singapore Sustainability Scholarship (SSS) from the Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, Grace Fu, at a scholarship award ceremony on 25 Jul 2022. […] The post Singapore Sustainability Scholarship 2022 awarded to 16 individuals first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMeteor Communications installs water quality monitor in the Serpentine
Looking to find ways to keep improving water quality, the managers of the Royal Parks have installed a continuous water quality monitor; an ESNET (Environmental Sensor NETwork) system from the […] The post Meteor Communications installs water quality monitor in the Serpentine first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTsurumi Avant – “An eye for the future”
Operating with a new brand name under the Tsurumi umbrella, Tsurumi Avant offers a new portfolio consisting of submersible pumps and wastewater treatment equipment. Bobby Ng, general manager for Tsurumi […] The post Tsurumi Avant – “An eye for the future” first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEvolving mobility with smart filtration: Hengst Filtration invites you to IAA Transportation
Münster-based filtration specialist Hengst will be presenting solutions for fuel cells, alternative fuels, oil filtration, and vehicle interiors at this year’s exhibition in Hannover.
Read MorePlatinum can act as a catalyst for wastewater treatment
Making wastewater potable has a unique set of challenges, one of which is removing persistent chemicals and byproducts. Aldehydes, a byproduct of wastewater treatment, are toxic to humans. Removing aldehydes […] The post Platinum can act as a catalyst for wastewater treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDe.mem signs partnership agreement for commercialization of Graphene Oxide Membrane Technology
Australian-Singaporean water and wastewater treatment company De.mem Ltd is pleased to announce that it has signed a partnership agreement related to the commercialization of its Graphene Oxide enhanced (“GO”) membrane technology.
Read MoreA cleaner waterway for generations to come
Micropollutants exist in ground and surface water and have been a growing concern as they impact the quality of water that we consume as well as the larger aquatic habitat […] The post A cleaner waterway for generations to come first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew Chinese wastewater treatment plant employs Toray Membrane Modules
Toray Industries, Inc., announced that an advanced facility that went on line at the Yindingzhuang Wastewater Treatment Plant in July this year employs the company’s hollow fiber ultrafiltration membrane modules. This advanced facility in Baoding, Hebei Province, is one of the largest in China using such modules, with a daily treatment capacity of 315,000 cubic […]
Read MoreClean TeQ receives order for Townsville recycled water treatment facility
Clean TeQ Water has announced it has received and accepted an order from the company’s local civil partner for delivery of a 15 megalitre per day recycled water treatment facility […] The post Clean TeQ receives order for Townsville recycled water treatment facility first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreManila Water builds water treatment plant at Laguna Lake to serve more Rizal towns
In order to provide quality water service to the underserved areas in the east Zone, Manila Water is participating in the building of the East Bay water treatment plant (WTP) […] The post Manila Water builds water treatment plant at Laguna Lake to serve more Rizal towns first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEmpowering today’s waterworks for a more sustainable tomorrow
Water is at the core of sustainable development and utilities worldwide have been innovating to ensure a sustainable water supply is still available for future consumption. Clément Pierart, COO for […] The post Empowering today’s waterworks for a more sustainable tomorrow first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMetito award Serbia’s first public-private-partnership water treatment project
The contract for the realisation of the water treatment project in Zrenjanin was signed between Metito, the city of Zrenjanin and Serbia’s Public Water Company. The signing of the first […] The post Metito award Serbia’s first public-private-partnership water treatment project first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia July/August 2022
Empowering today’s waterworks for a more sustainable tomorrow C40 Cities: Climate-related flooding and drought to cost world’s major cities US$194B annually Megaprojects: Conquering data logistics through project controls technology The post Water & Wastewater Asia July/August 2022 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreScientists discover uncertainties in flood risk estimates
Results show a need to revise existing methods for calculating flood risk. Flood frequency analysis is a technique used to estimate flood risk, providing statistics such as “100-year flood” and […] The post Scientists discover uncertainties in flood risk estimates first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreThames Water sets out 25-year plan for drainage and wastewater services
To ensure resilient and sustainable wastewater service for future generations. Thames Water has published its co-created draft Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan 2025-2050 (DWMP) for public consultation, which details the […] The post Thames Water sets out 25-year plan for drainage and wastewater services first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWCSEE helps housing development meet environmental requirements
The developers of high-end properties built on a historic Hampshire estate have selected WCS Environmental Engineering (WCSEE) technology to treat wastewater flows to strict environmental standards. The home farm development […] The post WCSEE helps housing development meet environmental requirements first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDe Nora recognised at the Water Europe Innovation Awards
The company’s sludge ozonation technology addresses growing concern around contaminants in soil and water Committed to solving water treatment challenges with sustainable solutions, Industrie De Nora has been recognised in the 2022 Water Europe Innovation Awards, and […] The post De Nora recognised at the Water Europe Innovation Awards first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEndress+Hauser inaugurates Reinach campus
Endress+Hauser continues on the path to growth. Over the past five years the number of employees at the Reinach location in the Swiss canton of Basel-Landschaft has grown by 20% […] The post Endress+Hauser inaugurates Reinach campus first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreImagine H2O Asia launches applications
Finding investors, securing new customers, and entering new markets are challenges faced by every startup. For 12 years, Imagine H2O has guided 150+ entrepreneurs on this journey and helped them […] The post Imagine H2O Asia launches applications first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCreative communications specialist joins WiseOnWater
WiseOnWater has further expanded its team, enabling even more services to be offered to clients while continuing to build new partnerships. The strategic marketing and public relations company, which specialises […] The post Creative communications specialist joins WiseOnWater first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAqualia and Acciona to manage water cycle in south cluster of Saudi Arabia
The consortium selected last February to manage the water services of the south cluster of Saudi Arabia has formally begun its work with the celebration of a ceremony to launch […] The post Aqualia and Acciona to manage water cycle in south cluster of Saudi Arabia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGF Piping Systems discusses energy-efficient and sustainable cooling solutions for data centres in tropical regions
GF Piping Systems’ president Joost Geginat and associate professor PS Lee, programme director of Sustainable Tropical Data Centre Testbed (STDCT), toured the new testbed under construction and discussed their shared […] The post GF Piping Systems discusses energy-efficient and sustainable cooling solutions for data centres in tropical regions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreArmstrong announces parts kits brochure for wide range of pumps and circulators
Armstrong Fluid Technology has announced the availability of a new parts kits brochure for more than two dozen pumps and circulators. The set of solutions covered includes all design envelope […] The post Armstrong announces parts kits brochure for wide range of pumps and circulators first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMueller delivers network-as-a-service solution with cellular endpoint
Mueller Systems has announced the launch of the newest addition to the Mi.Net Advanced Metre Infrastructure (AMI) system: the Mueller Cellular Node. This network-as-a-service (NaaS) endpoint solution is designed for […] The post Mueller delivers network-as-a-service solution with cellular endpoint first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreLANXESS increases prices for ion exchange resins and iron oxide adsorbers
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS will globally increase its basic prices for all Lewatit ion exchange resins and Bayoxide iron oxide adsorbers for water treatment applications by approximately 10%. The price […] The post LANXESS increases prices for ion exchange resins and iron oxide adsorbers first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreQdos CWT pump addresses pipeline pressure challenge
Faced with chlorine degassing issues in its 80m pipe run, a French water purification plant deploys Qdos CWT chemical metering pumps to overcome this issue with an innovative operational concept. […] The post Qdos CWT pump addresses pipeline pressure challenge first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAct now with energy-saving technologies: Riventa
With electricity prices soaring, Riventa has voiced its support to the chairman of Isle’s call for the water industry to make the most of innovative, energy-saving technology. Speaking on the […] The post Act now with energy-saving technologies: Riventa first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSamotics clinches £10M contract from Yorkshire Water
Samotics has been selected by Yorkshire Water as its sole supplier of electrical signature analysis (ESA) until at least 2025, in a £10 million contract win. The deal is part […] The post Samotics clinches £10M contract from Yorkshire Water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBrunei makes its water management smart with LoRaWAN
Anian deploys a LoRaWAN network throughout the Sultanate of Brunei, serving the country’s government, universities and private sector to improve the management of cities, environment and agriculture, with a focus […] The post Brunei makes its water management smart with LoRaWAN first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWaste-to-energy project on a sustainable flower farm
How a flower farm in Kenya is using dry digestion technology to process high cellulose waste and produce biogas.
Read MoreHow can filtration optimise the production of biofuels?
As emission targets become more stringent and the Russia-Ukraine conflict sees countries move towards greater energy security, renewables are pivotal for sustainability. Are advanced biofuels a key part of a greener future?
Read MoreCan greywater recycling snatch life from the “Jaws of Death”?
SDS Ltd, the UK manufacturer of water management systems for sustainable infrastructure, puts a spotlight on greywater technologies.
Read MoreHydrogen power: why filtration is the key to a green energy future
With the impact of global warming being felt across the planet, the renewables industry is turning its focus to one of the few beacons of hope for a truly sustainable energy future: hydrogen power.
Read MoreThe many applications of membrane zeta potential
Membrane surface characterisation is crucial for the development of novel membranes and filtration protocols in various fields of water treatment processes. Knowing the zeta potential helps to correlate surface charge with membrane performance and to understand and control membrane fouling.
Read MoreItalian textile manufacturer renews commitment with Planet Water Foundation to deliver clean water access to communities in Vietnam
By the end of the year, the partnership will have provided safe water access to over 10,000 people. Planet Water Foundation, a non-profit organisation that addresses global water poverty by […] The post Italian textile manufacturer renews commitment with Planet Water Foundation to deliver clean water access to communities in Vietnam first appeared on Water […]
Read MoreNX Filtration hires new technology director
NX Filtration has named Geert-Henk Koops as its technical director. In his new role, he will be responsible for product development, quality control and the implementation of continuous improvement processes. […] The post NX Filtration hires new technology director first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWastewater treatment solution for a critical airport application
When a utility and services provider was commissioned to create an environmentally-critical application for one of the world’s busiest airports, they collaborated with SEKO for a failsafe solution. The European […] The post Wastewater treatment solution for a critical airport application first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEcolab Global Intelligence Centre opens doors to power data-driven performance and sustainability
The Ecolab Global Intelligence Centre (EGIC) team analyses data from Internet of Things (IoT)-connected systems to provide monitoring and measurable results. Companies have been adopting digital technologies to better manage […] The post Ecolab Global Intelligence Centre opens doors to power data-driven performance and sustainability first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTemporary treatment unit helps nursing home meet consent
Hired technology from water recycling specialist WCS Environmental Engineering (WCSEE) has been selected by a Somerset nursing home to provide onsite wastewater treatment that ensures environmental standards. Chelston Park is […] The post Temporary treatment unit helps nursing home meet consent first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreMajority of independent shareholders call on Alphabet to address growing water risks
About 64% of Alphabet’s independent shareholders voted in support of a water risk reduction proposal by As You Sow, a shareholder advocacy non-profit. The resolution asks Alphabet, the parent company […] The post Majority of independent shareholders call on Alphabet to address growing water risks first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreYokogawa to join Hakuto-R commercial lunar exploration programme
Targeting the development of equipment to explore lunar water resources for industrial use. Yokogawa Electric Corporation has signed an agreement with ispace to join its lunar exploration programme, Hakuto-R, as […] The post Yokogawa to join Hakuto-R commercial lunar exploration programme first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEmerson outlines net zero targets
The company plans to achieve net zero operations by 2030, and net zero value chain by 2045. Emerson has announced its sustainability strategy to achieve net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) […] The post Emerson outlines net zero targets first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreA new water pump station for Calgary
To meet the ever-growing demand from Calgarians for potable water, the City of Calgary embarked on a C$35 million (US$27.9 million) project to replace the most critical water pump station […] The post A new water pump station for Calgary first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCeraMac: A sustainable ceramic microfiltration system for water treatment
Utilities are seeking sustainable solutions for their water and wastewater treatment needs. Engineers and solution providers have always looked to cost-effective solutions, but the new focus dives deeper into what […] The post CeraMac: A sustainable ceramic microfiltration system for water treatment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew technology for water quality monitoring receives prestigious award
A water monitoring system developed in a collaboration between the University of Birmingham researchers and Proteus Instruments, that remotely measures the quality of waters in rivers, lakes and reservoirs, has […] The post New technology for water quality monitoring receives prestigious award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreToray to supply RO membrane for UAE seawater desalination plant
Toray Industries has received a reverse osmosis (RO) membrane order for the Taweelah desalination plant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Once the operation commissions in H2 2022, it will […] The post Toray to supply RO membrane for UAE seawater desalination plant first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIdrica addresses non-water revenue in northern Peru
A pilot project to reduce drinking water losses in the network operated by EPS Grau, the water supplier in the Piura region of northern Peru, has been successfully conducted over […] The post Idrica addresses non-water revenue in northern Peru first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBreakthrough in reverse osmosis
As a specialist in membrane material sciences, H2MO has developed and utilised Bio-Programmable Membrane (BPM) technology to manufacture reverse osmosis (RO) membranes in hollow fibre configuration. These BPM-RO membranes are […] The post Breakthrough in reverse osmosis first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreGoh Si Hou joins PUB as chief executive
Goh Si Hou has been named chief executive of PUB, Singapore’s national water agency. He will succeed Ng Joo Hee, who will be retiring from the administrative service, according to […] The post Goh Si Hou joins PUB as chief executive first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreResearchers collect critical water quality data on Africa’s Okavango Delta
The Wild Bird Trust, in partnership with National Geographic, launched a years-long project to explore the rivers of the Okavango Delta in Southern Africa and collect baseline data on virtually […] The post Researchers collect critical water quality data on Africa’s Okavango Delta first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MorePortland Water District maps out sustainable wastewater future
Portland Water District develops biosolids masterplan for long-term resiliency and reliability. The Portland Water District has charted a sustainable wastewater future through the development of a masterplan to evaluate its […] The post Portland Water District maps out sustainable wastewater future first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont Water Solutions expands online learning and thought leadership programme
Programmes used by over 30,000 water industry professionals support professional development through discussion of emerging water challenges. DuPont Water Solutions has revitalised its programmes of webinars and specialist classes for […] The post DuPont Water Solutions expands online learning and thought leadership programme first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNTU’s membrane invention: Centrifugal Reverse Osmosis technology – featured in GWI Water Desalination Report
View Water Desalination Report The increase in demand for freshwater during the 20th century has led to a global water-scarcity crisis suffered by 40% of the population in the world. The situation is exacerbated by contamination of freshwater resources, global climate change, industrialization, and rapid population growth. Less than 0.008% of the water on […]
Read MoreGrundfos inks MoU with Ngee Ann Polytechnic to develop sustainable solutions
Grundfos has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP) to co-develop energy and water efficient smart solutions that will contribute to a more resilient and sustainable […] The post Grundfos inks MoU with Ngee Ann Polytechnic to develop sustainable solutions first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSIWW2022 spotlights innovative solutions to address climate issues
After a four-year hiatus, the Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) 2022 returned in April 2022 in an in-person format, bringing the water industry together to share best practices, co-create urban […] The post SIWW2022 spotlights innovative solutions to address climate issues first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDelivering water sector transformation project by project
With BlueTech Forum 2022 just around the corner, Menno Holterman, chief executive of Netherlands engineering company Nijhuis Saur Industries, shares his views on water sector transformation, including investment, collaboration and […] The post Delivering water sector transformation project by project first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreIZAR proves its scalability in Amiens
For 10 years, Diehl Metering has been working closely with the Amiens metropolitan area in northern France to gradually scale up its solutions and continually bring new improvements to its […] The post IZAR proves its scalability in Amiens first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDigital transformation: Reimaging water processing
Brings forth innovations while enhancing existing systems. Embracing the smart water concept involves the monitoring, control and command of water networks. Digitalisation is another key factor which might bring added […] The post Digital transformation: Reimaging water processing first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEmpowering the next steps into digitalising water
Infrastructure modernisation, sustainability and decarbonisation, digital transformation, and autonomous operations – these are the four megatrends Emerson identified at the Emerson Exchange Asia-Pacific Virtual Edition 2021 last December. Jonas Berge, […] The post Empowering the next steps into digitalising water first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read More500 billion gallons of water prevented from flooding communities in 2021 via Xylem technology
Xylem’s latest Sustainability Report tracks progress in addressing global water challenges. Solutions from Xylem have helped prevent more than 500 billion gallons of polluted water from flooding communities in 2021, […] The post 500 billion gallons of water prevented from flooding communities in 2021 via Xylem technology first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater Environment Federation recognises utilities for reducing nutrient loading to waterways
The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has recognised 15 utilities for significantly reducing nutrient pollution, one of the leading problems for the health of waterways across the US. The utilities were […] The post Water Environment Federation recognises utilities for reducing nutrient loading to waterways first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreChris Hubbard joins PWTech leadership team
Wastewater solutions provider welcomes 20-year industry veteran. Process Wastewater Technologies (PWTech), an American manufacturer of sludge handling products, has named Chris Hubbard as joint business development manager and regional sales […] The post Chris Hubbard joins PWTech leadership team first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreA smart transition to tablet-based leakage detection
The ability to access network information on tablets and smartphones is another step forward in the digitalisation of the water sector, writes Chris Moore, product line manager at Ovarro. A […] The post A smart transition to tablet-based leakage detection first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreTaiwan International Water Week (TIWW) returning this October 2022
The most anticipated B2B exhibition in the water industry, “Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW),” will be grandly unveiled at Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC), Hall 1 from October 13 -15, […] The post Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW) returning this October 2022 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater sector must prioritise supply chain resilience
The importance of supply chain resilience in the water sector was the overarching message from Baronnes Brown, speaking at a British Water reception held at the House of Lords this […] The post Water sector must prioritise supply chain resilience first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWastewater treatment process produces “greener” ammonia
Removing ammonia from wastewater marks a step towards making polluted water potable. Access to a safe and steady supply of water is a requirement for all life on the planet. […] The post Wastewater treatment process produces “greener” ammonia first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAnaergia creates two new executive roles to accelerate growth in Europe
Appoints Alessandro Massone as commercial managing director for Europe and Kunal Shah as chief growth officer. Anaergia has announced the promotion of two members of its leadership team to fill […] The post Anaergia creates two new executive roles to accelerate growth in Europe first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreWater & Wastewater Asia May/June 2022
Wastewater treatment solution for a critical airport application CeraMac: A sustainable ceramic microfiltration system Singapore International Water Week 2022 successfully enabled partnerships for climate action The post Water & Wastewater Asia May/June 2022 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreRoom for growth – helping organisations flourish
How can companies in the infrastructure sector grow their top line? Chris Thomas, head of innovation and enterprise at Isle, explains how growth engineering can help accelerate change and help […] The post Room for growth – helping organisations flourish first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreUS$6.15B PFAS remediation forecast underpinned by changing regulatory environment
The health risks and contamination associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are propelling the US state and federal legislators to crack down on the usage and spread of these […] The post US$6.15B PFAS remediation forecast underpinned by changing regulatory environment first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEurope water pumps market forecast to create US$3.4B through 2031
The Europe water pumps market is projected to be valued at about US$11.4 billion in 2021, expanding at a CAGR of around 3.6% over the forecast period of 2021-2031, as […] The post Europe water pumps market forecast to create US$3.4B through 2031 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNorthern Ireland Water expands asset monitoring programme with AI technology from Samotics
Samotics has grown the deployment of its artificial intelligence (AI)-driven SAM4 system across Northern Ireland Water’s submerged assets to support the delivery of a more cost-efficient and sustainable service. The […] The post Northern Ireland Water expands asset monitoring programme with AI technology from Samotics first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreAndritz presents water, wastewater and waste management portfolio at IFAT 2022
Andritz will be exhibiting its broad range of new technologies, services and automation solutions for the water, wastewater and waste management industries at the coming IFAT 2022. For instance, the […] The post Andritz presents water, wastewater and waste management portfolio at IFAT 2022 first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSlow pace of innovation continues to frustrate supply chain
A new survey from British Water revealed there is an ongoing lack of innovation uptake by water companies and their delivery partners. Last year, the British government and water regulators […] The post Slow pace of innovation continues to frustrate supply chain first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreSurfCleaner lands first South America deal with Aeration Argentina
SurfCleaner has landed its first South American deal after securing a contract with industrial plant operator Aeration Argentina. The Swedish firm, which developed the skimmer separator technology, helps recover contaminants […] The post SurfCleaner lands first South America deal with Aeration Argentina first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreBio-UV water treatment for World Cup stadium
Bio-UV Group has installed advanced water treatment systems at Doha’s Al-Bayt Stadium in the city of Al Khor, Qatar. The 63,000-capacity arena, which is set to be one of the […] The post Bio-UV water treatment for World Cup stadium first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreDuPont’s FilmTec bags 2022 Edison Award
The company also received two more Gold and one Silver award. Four of DuPont’s technologies have been recognised with the 2022 Edison Award. The company received three Gold awards, including […] The post DuPont’s FilmTec bags 2022 Edison Award first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreEnsuring the security of water utilities
The growing digitalisation of public utilities have led to a significant rise in cybercrimes and water solutions players are no exception. Calvin Lai, business manager, software and control, Rockwell Automation, […] The post Ensuring the security of water utilities first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreZWEEC Analytics inks partnership with Yangtze River Authority
Singapore-based water technology company ZWEEC Analytics has sealed a partnership with the Yangtze River Monitoring and Scientific Research Centre to jointly develop and market its water ecological environmental monitoring platform […] The post ZWEEC Analytics inks partnership with Yangtze River Authority first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreNew joint IAW-SWA Singapore Young Water Professionals Chapter
The International Water Association (IWA) and the Singapore Water Association (SWA) have welcomed the creation of the newly established joint IWA-SWA Singapore Young Water Professionals Chapter. The chapter will offer […] The post New joint IAW-SWA Singapore Young Water Professionals Chapter first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreABB technology supports water sustainability in Vietnam
ABB Ability Symphony Plus SCADA for water industries is being used by Ho Chi Minh City’s local water utility Saigon Water Supply Corporation to address water leakage challenges and support […] The post ABB technology supports water sustainability in Vietnam first appeared on Water & Wastewater Asia.
Read MoreCongratulation to Ecosoftt on winning Most Valuable Technology award at SIWW
ECOSOFTT Co-founder & CEO Marcus Lim receiving the Most Valuable Technology award at the Singapore International Water Week 2022 TechXchange from Mr Choon Jin Yeoh. Organised by PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency and Enterprise Singapore, TechXchange seeks the uncover the most promising water technologies that can have the greatest positive impact on the world. TechXchange 2022 saw knowledge sharing and discussions […]
Read MoreNew Generation of Resistant Membrane Goes Global
View this email in your browser New Generation of Resistant Membrane Goes Global New generation membranes company collaborates with Singapore hydrohub [Durham, NC, 5 April 2022] – North Carolina-based NALA Membranes has signed a research agreement with Separation Technologies Applied Research and Translation Centre (START), Singapore. START is one of Singapore’s Centers of […]
Read More[Grant Call]Pharma Innovation Programme Singapore (PIPS) – Active Ingredient to Product Interface
Pharma Innovation Programme Singapore (PIPS) – Grant Call – Active Ingredient to Product Interface Background The Pharma Innovation Programme Singapore (PIPS) is an industry-led R&D platform which aims to synergistically and strategically bring together public sector research capabilities and domain expertise of the pharmaceutical industry to enhance the productivity and operational […]
Read More[Grant Call] Pharma Innovation Programme Singapore (PIPS) – Tools to Accelerate the Design of Manufacturing Processes
Background The Pharma Innovation Programme Singapore (PIPS) is an industry-led R&D platform which aims to synergistically and strategically bring together public sector research capabilities and domain expertise of the pharmaceutical industry to enhance the productivity and operational efficiency within Singapore’s pharmaceutical sector through leveraging novel manufacturing technologies and data analytics. PIPS is […]
Read More[Call for Papers] The 13th Conference of the Aseanian Membrane Society
The AMS13 Organizing Committee cordially invites you to submit abstracts in the fields of membrane science and technology for oral and poster presentations. All papers will be reviewed and assigned to the appropriate session for oral and poster presentations. Potential topics in this conference include, but are not limited to: Membranes for desalination, […]
Read More[Calling for Innovations in Liveability, Sustainability and Public Health] Temasek Foundation Call for Proposals
Temasek Foundation champions sustainability and innovative solutions to improve liveability in an abc World of active and productive economies, beautiful and inclusive societies, and a clean and cool earth. The Foundation funds and supports ideas and innovations that bring about solutions, systems and capabilities to address various challenges, particularly environmental, healthcare and other adversities […]
Read MoreEnapter receives first order for its containerised electrolyser for green hydrogen production
Publication date: December 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 12 Author(s):
Read MoreNew vacuum pump exhaust traps eliminate hydrocarbon emissions
Mass-Vac oil mist eliminators come in four models to fit vacuum pumps ranging from 5300 CFM. A new line of oil mist eliminators that can prevent virtually all hydrocarbon emissions from pumps has been introduced by Mass-Vac. The eliminators help keep the environment clean and people safe by removing harmful oil vapours from a vacuum […]
Read MoreG2O Water Technologies rebrands as Evove
The Evove team. The UK’s G2O Water Technologies has changed its name to Evove to reflect a new growth strategy and the development of its advanced Separonic membranes. “We have outgrown G2O,” explained Chris Wyres, CEO of Evove. “The business has matured: our team and partner network is growing, our product range has increased from a […]
Read MoreDeadline approaching for IWA Congress submissions
The IWA World Water Congress and Exhibition 2022 will be held in Copenhagen, Denmark. Organisers of the IWA World Water Congress and Exhibition 2022 are reminding those that wish to present papers and content at the Congress that the submission deadline is 31 December. The Congress is a global forum for discussion, and papers, training […]
Read MoreEvonik constructs new hollow-fibre spinning plant at its site in Schörfling, Austria
Publication date: November 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 11 Author(s):
Read MoreWastewater re-use in the food industry
Test technician preparing test equipment for trialling a new membrane. NIG Nutritionals samples, showing feed on the left and permeate post treatment on the right. Engineers and scientists from an Auckland-based clean technology company have developed polyethylene membrane-based filters which perform at 85°C in harsh chemical environments of 1-13 pH, allowing food and industry processors […]
Read MoreAquaporin appoints new CEO
Matt Boczkowski (left) and Peter Holme Jensen (right). Danish water technology company Aquaporin has named Matt Boczkowski as its new CEO. Boczkowski, who joined Aquaporin earlier this year as chief commercial officer and deputy CEO, will replace founder Peter Holme Jensen, who has led the company since 2005. Holme Jensen will continue as Aquaporin’s chief […]
Read MorePreparing hierarchical microsieves via float-casting using raspberry particles
Journal of Membrane Science. The research article ‘Preparation of microsieves with a hierarchical structure via float-casting, using raspberry particles’ has been published in the Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 642, 15 February 2022, 119941). Abstract This article describes the preparation of hierarchical microsieves via float-casting using raspberry particles. The raspberry particles consist of a larger spherical particle (the […]
Read MoreDe Nora webinar focuses on underdrain
De Nora’s webinar, entitled Don’t Underestimate the Underdrain which takes places on 10 December via Zoom, will look at the importance of choosing the right underdrain to make a difference to the effectiveness of gravity and deep bed filtration systems. The webinar will look at common filter underdrain options to meet water quality regulations, including […]
Read MoreToray develops new membrane module to cut emissions
Toray Industries, Inc. has developed and begun supplying samples of a new hollow fibre ultrafiltration membrane module for food and beverage manufacturing and biotechnology purification and concentration processes. The module can save energy and contribute to carbon neutrality by attaining CO2 emissions more than 80% lower than those from the food production sector’s conventional thermal concentration […]
Read MoreXylem tests digital solution for water utilities
Xylem is working with the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and WaterStart to pilot test Xylem’s Water Network Optimization solution, part of the Xylem Vue digital portfolio, aimed at increasing efficiencies and optimising the operation of Southern Nevada’s water systems. Through the joint test project, SNWA will evaluate the capabilities of the Water Network Optimization solution to […]
Read MoreVentilation improvements to combat mould
Tackling mould and condensation. As the UK enters a crucial winter period, trade association BEAMA has today issued clear ventilation guidance to tackle mould. The BEAMA hope the new advice will help boost much-needed public understanding surrounding the impacts of condensation and mould, and act as a valuable resource for industry. The guidance, which highlights the […]
Read MoreSG MEM signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as ecosystem partner to officiate The Carbon Capture and Utilisation Translational Testbed (CCUTT)
Pictured is the CCUTT MoU virtual signing ceremony held on 23 Nov 2021 at the Industrial Transformation Asia-Pacific event. Picture source: A*STAR A*STAR – Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), JTC Corporation and 13 ecosystem partners to explore testbed facility named the Carbon Capture and Utilisation Translational Testbed (CCUTT), […]
Read MoreOvivo to build manufacturing facility in Texas for Cembrane SiC membranes
Canada’s Ovivo Inc is investing more than US$25 million in a new state-of-the-art facility in Texas, USA that will produce Cembrane’s patented Silicon Carbide (SiC) flat sheet membranes. Cembrane recently joined the Ovivo group. Now, in order to support the growth in demand for Cembrane SiC membranes, Ovivo will build and operate a 110 000 […]
Read MoreDonaldson expands in life sciences with Solaris Biotechnology acquisition
Donaldson Co Inc has acquired Solaris Biotechnology Srl, an Italian designer and manufacturer of bioprocessing equipment, including bioreactors, fermenters and tangential flow filtration systems, in a €41 million deal. The Solaris product portfolio ranges from benchtop systems for research and development to pilot and commercial-scale manufacturing systems for use in food and beverage, biotechnology and […]
Read MoreMembrane research beyond materials science
Journal of Membrane Science. The research article ‘Membrane research beyond materials science’ has been published in the Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 643, 1 March 2022, 119902). Abstract The majority of research in membrane separation science is focused on developing better membrane materials, yet very few of these materials are being used in commercial applications. This paper attempts to explore […]
Read MoreRusco launches smart automated ball valve
The Smart Ball Valve pairs easily with Apple and Android devices. Water filtration firm Rusco has launched a new ball valve driven by an app. The Smart Ball Valve pairs easily with Apple and Android devices allowing for programme automation, simplifying two primary functions – sediment flushing and flow shut-off. The product can be used […]
Read MoreVogelsang launches press screw separator
Vogelsang has taken the solid-liquid separation of liquid manure and digestate using a press screw separator and optimised the technology behind it. Vogelsang has introduced the XSplit press screw separator which enables a dry matter content of up to 40% for liquid manure and digestate processing. The XSplit helps biogas plant operators and contractors separate […]
Read MoreSartorius launches improved vacuum filtration units
Sartorius new vacuum filtration units are designed to offer faster and higher capacity filtration. Life science group Sartorius has launched a new series of vacuum filtration units designed to offer faster and higher capacity filtration with greater physical stability for a wide range of sample types. Modifications to the Sartolab RF|BT 150 – 1000 include: […]
Read MoreDuPont introduces new point-of-use membrane filter
The membrane elements are spiral-wound from a polyamide thin-film composite. Water technology company DuPont Water Solutions (DWS) has launched a new reverse osmosis membrane filter for use in commercial buildings. The TapTec LC HF-4040 is designed to combine high flow rates with reliability and ease-of-use. It takes reverse osmosis technology normally seen in large, centralised […]
Read MoreNX Filtration’s sustainable solution for water
Innovation is at the core of NX Filtration. NX Filtrations founder and CTO Erik Roesink (left) and CEO Michiel Staatsen (right) demonstrating the ability of its technology to remove colour and micropollutants from water in one single step. Layer-by-layer direct nanofiltration membranes. NX Filtration modules at one of its industrial clients. Treatment of surface water […]
Read MoreDuperon picks up innovation award
(left to right) Duperon founder and chairman Terry Duperon, president Mark Turpin, and CEO Tammy Bernier. Water and wastewater screening specialist Duperon has won an award for innovation. The company picked up the MFG Innovation Excellence award at the MFG Excellence Awards, hosted by the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Duperon president Mark Turpin, said: “We innovate […]
Read MoreOffice building HVAC strategies during Covid
Building and Environment. The research article ‘Investigation of HVAC operation strategies for office buildings during COVID-19 pandemic’ has been published in the journal Building and Environment. Abstract To minimize the indoor transmission of contaminants, such as the virus that can lead to COVID-19, buildings must provide the best indoor air quality possible. Improving indoor air quality […]
Read MoreNederman expands in smart energy savings
Swedish environmental technology company Nederman has acquired Energy Save Systems Ltd, a UK developer of software and hardware for the monitoring and control of filter systems. Energy Save Systems has developed technology for energy savings in industrial air filtration processes. The company’s DESA (Dust Extraction Systems Automation) product is designed to improve air quality and […]
Read MoreAndritz introduces vacuum filter for food & pharma
Andritz Nutrion vacuum drum filter. (Image: Andritz) International technology group Andritz has launched Nutrion, a vacuum drum filter with a hygiene-optimised design for demanding sectors such as food and pharmaceuticals. The Nutrion vacuum filter features a self-emptying filter trough, a vapour-tight hood, and advanced control options to eliminate any risk of contamination. Its filter trough […]
Read MoreNew VP for Cummins Filtration
Steph Disher, VP of Cummins Filtration. (Photo: Business Wire). Cummins Inc has named Steph Disher as vice president of Cummins Filtration. Disher has been leading the Filtration business since August 2020, through the challenges of the global Covid-19 pandemic and ongoing supply chain constraints. Cummins is currently exploring strategic alternatives for the Filtration business. “Steph […]
Read MorePorvair Sciences showcases products at COMPAMED 2021
Vyon is a high-performance porous plastic material manufactured from virgin grade plastic polymers, polyethylene (high density and ultra-high molecular weight) and polypropylene. Designer and manufacturer of porous plastics technologies, Porvair Sciences will be exhibiting its Vyon porous plastic materials at COMPAMED 2021 in Dusseldorf, Germany, which takes place from 15–18 November. The company specialises in […]
Read MoreHeartiest congratulation to the following institutional members on their promotions
Heartiest congratulation to the following institutional members on their promotions. Prof. HE Jianzhong, NUS Prof. Jason XU Zhichuan, NTU Prof Jiang Jianwen, NUS Assoc. Prof. LAM Siew Hong, NUS Assoc. Prof. Olivier LEFEBVRE, NUS Assoc. Prof. WU Jie, NUS
Read MorePlanning for the deluge
The Up-Flo Filters in twin wall chambers, verified to remove 80% suspended solids but with demonstrated removal rates of up to 98%. A new food production facility needed a drainage strategy suitable for an industrial site, to control surface water runoff and remove pollution. An advanced stormwater treatment solution was customised to meet site requirements. The Eastways […]
Read MoreTunable membrane for high-flux membrane distillation
Journal of Membrane Science. The research article ‘A pore-size tunable superhydrophobic membrane for high-flux membrane distillation’ has been published in the Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 641, 1 January 2022, 119862). Abstract Membrane distillation (MD) has recently attracted attention as a promising solution to the freshwater crisis. We report a pore-size tunable superhydrophobic membrane for application in the […]
Read More3D printing is set to improve the efficiency of spiral-wound RO membranes
Publication date: October 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 10 Author(s):
Read MoreVoltea helps secure water supply for manufacturer in South Africa
This Technology Focus article was first published in the October 2021 issue of Membrane Technology newsletter. Figure 1. Volteas Industrial Series 48 (IS-48) CapDI© system. Five of these systems provide enough space to house 240 CapDI modules at the manufacturing facility in South Africa (photograph courtesy of Voltea Inc). Technology developed by US-based Voltea Inc is […]
Read MoreNX Filtration expands in the Middle East
Usama Patel, NX Filtrations new regional sales manager Middle East and North Africa. NX Filtration has appointed a new regional sales manager for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Usama Patel will support NX Filtration in rolling out its direct nanofiltration technology for municipal and industrial applications in the MENA region. Patel has extensive […]
Read MoreA critical review on porous substrates of TFC polyamide membranes
Journal of Membrane Science. The research article ‘A critical review on porous substrates of TFC polyamide membranes: Mechanisms, membrane performances, and future perspectives’ has been published in the Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 641, 1 January 2022, 119871). Abstract Reverse osmosis and nanofiltration membranes commonly adopt a thin film composite (TFC) structure featuring a polyamide rejection layer formed on a porous substrate. Recent studies have […]
Read MoreIndutrade buys Finnish wastewater treatment equipment company
Indutrade has acquired the Finnish company Dewaco Oy, a developer and manufacturer of equipment and solutions for sludge thickening, sludge removal and dewatering in wastewater treatment applications. Based in Laitila, Dewaco has 23 employees and annual sales of approximately €13 million (SEK130 million). The company has been manufacturing chain scraper systems and belt filter presses […]
Read MoreLanxess at Aquatech
Ion exchange resins and iron oxide adsorbers for PFAS removal have been opening doors to new applications. Lanxess will be at Aquatech in Amsterdam, Netherlands, from November 2 to 5, 2021, to present its range of products for cleaning, processing and treating water. Ion exchange resins have become indispensable in applications such as producing ultra-pure water […]
Read MoreBirla Cellulose to pilot Memsift’s membrane tech
Singapore’s Memsift Innovations Pte Ltd and Birla Cellulose have entered into a partnership agreement to explore, co-develop and implement Memsift technologies for zero liquid discharge (ZLD) and resource recovery applications from the waste streams at its global operations. Birla Cellulose, part of the Aditya Birla Group, produces sustainability focused manmade cellulosic fibres (MMCF). The company […]
Read MoreAquaporin launches brackish water membrane series
Aquaporin has introduced its first series of brackish water reverse osmosis membranes, the Aquaporin Inside CLEAR membranes, designed for a broad range of applications including wastewater treatment, industrial water, and drinking water. The new membranes, made for energy-efficient treatment of brackish water, are a series of biomimetic products that get their special properties from the […]
Read MoreRotork actuators boost ultrafiltration process
The plant will use almost 400 of Rotorks K-TORK rotary vane actuators to aid the ultrafiltration process. San Felipe Springs Water Treatment Plant based in the City of Del Rio, Texas will use almost 400 of Rotork’s K-TORK rotary vane actuators to aid in the ultrafiltration process which the plant uses to process its water. […]
Read More3D printing for membrane desalination
Desalination. The research article ‘3D printing for membrane desalination: Challenges and future prospects’ has been published in the journal Desalination (Volume 520, 15 December 2021, 115366). Abstract Recent years have shown a growing interest in the field of 3D printing for applications in the area of water treatment and desalination. The applications for 3D printing are applicable on numerous levels from […]
Read MorePentair launches X-Flow Xpert at Aquatech
Pentair X-Flow Xpert Web App screenshots. Pentair X-Flow Xpert features Xpert Assistant, the worlds first conversational interface in the membrane filtration industry. Pentair, a leading global water treatment and sustainable solutions provider, will launch the Pentair X-FlowTM Xpert Web App during Aquatech Amsterdam 2021. This innovative web app instantly guides the selection of the ideal […]
Read MoreDuPont’s award-winning MABR technology
DuPont’s OxyMem MABR technology was recently named as one of the nine winners of Ofwat’s Water Breakthrough Challenge, sharing in £36 million to deliver wide scale, transformational change to benefit customers, society, and the environment. Run by Ofwat and Nesta Challenges, in partnership with Arup, the Water Breakthrough Challenge is the second competition delivered under […]
Read MoreEvoqua inaugurates new sustainability and innovation hub
Ron Keating, Evoqua’s CEO (centre right), was joined at the opening by the Mayor of Pittsburgh, William Peduto (centre left), Evoqua board member and Hall of Fame athlete Lynn Swann (left), and Evoquas chief growth officer Snehal Desai (right). (Photo: Business Wire). Evoqua Water Technologies has officially opened its new Sustainability and Innovation Hub in […]
Read MoreSaltworks supplies membrane-based industrial wastewater treatment plants
A Saltworks engineer inspects one of the plants FlexEDR stacks. Canadian water treatment specialist, Saltworks Technologies, has supplied two of its membrane-based industrial wastewater treatment plants, the FlexEDR mobile plant and the XtremeRO to separate international customers. Electrodialysis reversal (EDR) and reverse osmosis (RO) can be viewed as competing desalination technologies, but Saltworks offers both […]
Read MoreMann+Hummel unveils carbon zero strategy
Filtration specialist Mann+Hummel has published its carbon zero strategy with a pledge that all of the company’s production will be CO2 neutral by 2030. Mann+Hummel’s roadmap to carbon neutrality also includes using 100% renewable energy at all of its sites from next year and to have complete carbon neutrality along its entire value chain by […]
Read MoreKomline-Sanderson adds stormwater products to growing portfolio
Komline-Sanderson Corp has bought AquaShield Inc, a US manufacturer of products for stormwater runoff, rainwater harvesting, and construction site discharges. Chattanooga, Tennessee-based AquaShield designs and manufactures integrated product solutions for filtration and pollutant removal from stormwater runoff. Products include hydrodynamic separators, stormwater filtration systems, catch basin inserts and biofiltration solutions. AquaShield is Komline-Sanderson’s fourth acquisition […]
Read MoreEaton introduces pipeline strainer range at Aquatech
Eatons PED-compliant Simplex 72X pipeline basket strainers in ductile iron and stainless steel (CF8M) are designed to protect process equipment in chemical, petrochemical and water applications. The Filtration Division of energy management company Eaton will present its new PED-compliant Simplex 72X cast pipeline basket strainers for water management at Aquatech Amsterdam 2021. Aquatech Amsterdam takes […]
Read MoreNX Filtration hires CFO
Marc Luttikhuis, NX Filtrations new CFO. Marc Luttikhuis will join NX Filtration at the start of next year as chief financial officer (CFO). Luttikhuis, who will be based at NX Filtration’s headquarters in Enschede, the Netherlands, previously held CFO positions at automotive towing systems manufacturer Brink Group and European tyre wholesaler Heuver, with responsibility for finance, […]
Read MoreCongratulations to Prof. Shane A. Snyder selected as 2021 Clarke Prize Laureate
Congratulations to our institution members, Prof. Shane A. Snyder, selected by NWRI for 2021 Clarke Prize Laureate . The National Water Research Institute recognized the water reuse pioneer for his significant contributions to state of the science for years. For more details, please visit: https://www.nwri-usa.org/2021-clarke-prize-laureate
Read MoreProtecting building occupants from outdoor airborne particulate hazards
Atmospheric Environment. The research article ‘Protecting Building Occupants Against the Inhalation of Outdoor-Origin Aerosols’ has been published in the journal Atmospheric Environment. Abstract During normal operations, buildings can protect their occupants from outdoor airborne particle hazards of all types, including airborne pollutants. A long-term international research effort has advanced our knowledge of building protection physics. Recently […]
Read MoreEaton’s cleaning keeps trains on track
In the Schweizerische Südostbahn (Swiss Southeast Railway) cleaning system, three of Eatons Topline single bag filter housings are connected in a parallel arrangement to ensure that the cleaning water, which can be used many times, is of a consistently high quality. ©2021 BvL Oberlächentechnik. All rights reserved. Eatons Hayflow filter elements with retention rates of […]
Read MoreFiltration industry gathers at WEFTEC
Organisers say WEFTEC 2021 is about reconnection and reuniting the water sector in person. NX Filtrations hollow fibre nanofiltration membranes in operation at the site of an aerospace multinational located in Hungary. Veolia will be exhibiting Bioactiflo, a high-rate biological clarification process for enhancing biological BOD removal during the treatment of stormwater. The Leopold Texler […]
Read MoreToray awarded membrane order for Saudi desalination plant
Toray Industries Inc is to supply reverse osmosis (RO) membranes for Saudi Arabia’s Rabigh 3 desalination plant. The 600 000 m3/day desalination plant will be the largest SWRO plant in Saudi Arabia and one of the largest in the world. Toray Membrane Middle East LLC (TMME), Toray’s local subsidiary in Dammam, will provide the RO […]
Read MoreLiqTech JV wins first Middle East oil and gas order
LiqTech International Inc has secured its first oil and gas order through its joint venture in the Middle East. This initial order, valued at around US$4.0 million in sales, was received from a major oil field services company. The customer will deploy LiqTech’s water filtration systems for a fixed monthly rental fee paid to the […]
Read MoreMicroplastic forum at FILTECH 2022
Whether in the sea, in the soil or in the air microplastics pollute people and the environment. (image: Unsplash, Sören Funk) For water without microplastics and micropollutants: Research at Wasser 3.0. Left: Dennis Schober, Innovation & Transfer, right: Dr. Katrin Schuhen, inventor & managing director. (image: Wasser 3.0) Scientific exchange and latest research news: Conference […]
Read MoreModeling of membrane formation via phase inversion
Journal of Membrane Science. The research article ‘A review on models and simulations of membrane formation via phase inversion processes’ has been published in the Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 640, 15 December 2021, 119810). Abstract Phase inversion processes, in which a polymer is transformed from a thin solution film into a solid matrix upon exposure to another […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters invests in welding platform
The powered lifting platform will help with the safe welding of larger filtration housings such as the one shown here. Amazon Filters has installed a powered lifting platform at its fabrication facility in Camberley, Surrey, UK to help with the welding of larger filtration housings while ensuring operator health and safety. The new motorised platform is […]
Read MoreAquatech Innovation Award 2021 nominees
Award entries were submitted across five categories, with the jury identifying nominees from each category to be considered as candidates for the overall prize. The Aquatech Innovation Award recognises world-class innovation and technologies that have the potential to disrupt the global water market and this year a total of 12 technologies have been selected by […]
Read MoreSecond Grant Call for SG Eco Fund
About SG Eco Fund The $50 million SG Eco Fund was set up in 2020 to support projects that advance environmental sustainability and involve the community. Since independence, Singapore has sought to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability and social inclusion. Climate change is a global challenge. Given Singapore’s constraints as a small and highly-urbanised […]
Read MoreVeolia expands pilot testing with NX Filtration
Veolia has been conducting lab-scale tests with NX Filtrations hollow fibre nanofiltration technology at its Scientific & Technological Expertise Department (STED). In a series of two new pilot programmes, Veolia will expand its pilot testing using NX Filtration’s hollow fibre nanofiltration membranes, testing them for the reuse of effluent from a municipal wastewater treatment plant […]
Read MoreSeptember’s top filtration stories
Filtration+Separation’s most popular news stories in September included Pentair’s acquisition of Pleatco Filtration, Mann+Hummel’s new self-cleaning filter and the launch of Clear Edge Filtration’s Lotus Range of filter media. 1. Pentair to acquire Pleatco Filtration Pentair plc has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Pleatco, a US manufacturer of water filtration and clean air […]
Read MoreBritish Steel selects Suez for water management contract
British Steel Ltd has awarded a chemical and monitoring service contract to Suez Water Technologies & Solutions to improve its environmental footprint and compliance at the company’s integrated steel plant in Scunthorpe, UK. Suez will provide chemicals, services and digital solutions for cooling water, boiler water and wastewater treatment. This will improve automation and offer better […]
Read MoreAndritz launches AI-supported polymer dosage system
The Metris addIQ RheoScan measures sludge conditions throughout the thickening and dewatering stages in real time. (Image: Andritz) Andritz has introduced the next generation of its Metris addIQ RheoScan, an optical measurement system for automatic polymer dosage in belt presses and gravity belt tables, which uses AI to increase process stability and reduce operating costs. […]
Read MoreDonaldson iCue Gateway speeds dust collection
The Donaldson iCue Gateway can be installed on dust collectors with ease and speed freeing up time to focus on productivity. The Internet of Things has transformed filter monitoring by allowing remote 24/7 access to data via a laptop, tablet or phone. Ensuring optimum performance from a facility’s industrial dust and fume collectors can be […]
Read MoreDepth filtration in bioprocessing – new opportunities for an old technology
Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering. The research article ‘Depth filtration in bioprocessing — new opportunities for an old technology’ has been publiished in the journal Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering (Volume 34, December 2021, 100746). Abstract Depth filtration has a long history in both bioprocessing and water treatment, with the earliest records of water purification by depth filtration dating back […]
Read MoreXylem teams up with Man City’s Pep Guardiola to tackle water challenges
Xylem and Pep Guardiola are encouraging young people to solve water challenges in their own communities. Pep Guardiola meets young people at a recent Xylem education event. Xylem and Manchester City Football Club manager Pep Guardiola are partnering to promote public engagement on the world’s water challenges. They will campaign for awareness and education, and support […]
Read MoreDe Nora acquires Calgon Carbon’s UV Technologies Division
Publication date: September 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 9 Author(s):
Read MoreGEA presents single-use pharma separator
The separator relies on centrifugation to significantly reduce filtration dependency. (Image: GEA) GEA recently introduced its new kytero single-use pharma separator for the biopharmaceutical single-use industry which combines the benefits of larger GEA stainless steel pharmaceutical centrifuges with disposable separation. The kytero single-use separator is designed for obtaining fermentation solutions and cell cultures and is […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters to showcase new filter housings
The housings will support critical liquid and gas applications involved in the complex, multi-step chemistry of making drugs and medications. Amazon Filters’ new single stack 72C and 76C series housings which aid critical filtration processes in biopharmaceuticals production, will be on display at the Making Pharmaceuticals 2021 Expo, taking place in Coventry, UK on 5-6 […]
Read MoreAqua Membranes appoints chief technology officer
CJ Kurth has joined Aqua Membranes as the company’s chief technology officer. A 25-year veteran of the membrane separation industry, Kurth will oversee Aqua Membranes’ technology development, intellectual property (IP) creation and defence, production and quality control. Kurth has previously held leadership roles at a number of water sector companies including Osmonics, GE Water, NanoH2O, […]
Read MoreHydro International supplies stormwater treatment
The Up-Flo filters in twin wall chambers, verified to remove 80% suspended solids but with demonstrated removal rates of up to 98%. Specialists in stormwater treatment, Hydro International and Bell Munro Consulting have collaborated to develop an effective and advanced stormwater treatment solution for the Eastways project in Witham, Essex which included the construction of […]
Read MoreAquammodate’s single-pass water filtration
Aquammodate membrane prototype undergoing testing in the lab. (Image: Aquammodate) The technology emulates the way in which diatoms stablise their cell membranes mechanically by forming a cell wall made from silica. (Image: Wikipedia/Wipeter) Diatoms build their cell walls from silica for mechanical protection. (Image: Flickr/ @spacenoob) Coloured electron microscopy of a diatom. (Image: Flickr/@zeissmicro) A […]
Read MoreGranular bed filtration of a liquid aerosol
Powder Technology. The research article ‘Granular bed filtration of a liquid aerosol’ has been published in the journal Powder Technology. Abstract Liquid aerosols are found in many industrial sectors, particularly in the mechanical industry (oil mists). Granular bed (GB) filtration could be an interesting means for the removal of these liquid aerosols, due to their high […]
Read MoreLanxess upgrades ion exchange resin
Ion analysis in an analytical laboratory at Lanxess in Leverkusen. (Image: Lanxess AG) Specialty chemicals company Lanxess has upgraded its Lewatit K 7333 ion exchange resin so that it can be used for oxygen removal in the electronics industry. The improved polymer matrix in conjunction with a modified formula now enables production of the palladium-doped, strongly alkaline […]
Read MoreSubmit your abstracts to Water Convention 2022
Having trouble reading this email? View in browser here. September 2021 [GOOD NEWS!] FINAL EXTENSION FOR SIWW2022 WATER CONVENTION CALL FOR PAPERS! NEW DEADLINE: FRIDAY, 8 OCTOBER 2021. A big thank you to authors who have submitted your abstracts ???? For those who haven’t, take advantage of the extended deadline to submit your […]
Read MoreSaltworks produces battery-grade lithium from waste
Saltworks Technologies has successfully produced battery-grade lithium hydroxide from industrial wastewater. Economically extracting battery-grade lithium has previously been challenging but Saltworks’ process harvests lithium hydroxide solids that reach or exceed battery-grade specifications, confirmed by the chemical analysis of a third-party accredited laboratory. Concentrations of impurities and contaminants were all below industry standard levels. Harvesting lithium from […]
Read MoreGrundfos to acquire US water technology company MECO
Grundfos is acquiring MECO. Grundfos has entered into an agreement to acquire Mechanical Equipment Company Inc (MECO), a US group that engineers and manufactures water purification solutions for a range of industries. MECO operates in the industrial water treatment market with manufacturing and sales offices in the US and international offices in Singapore and Ireland. […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval decanters help recycle San Diego’s water
Alfa Laval is supplying decanters to a wastewater treatment plant in San Diego, California, USA. The decanters, which will be used for thickening and dewatering of sludge, will ensure that the treated municipal wastewater is suitable for irrigation and other non-potable uses. The project is part of San Diego’s recycled water program which will provide […]
Read MoreG2O Water Technologies appoints chief marketing officer
The UK’s G2O Water Technologies has expanded its executive management team with the appointment of Andrew Walker as chief marketing officer. Walker, who founded the Blue Gold Marketing consultancy in 2007, will drive G2O Water Technologies’ marketing and business development. “As we shift gear, launching an exciting range of industrially proven products, Andrew will help […]
Read MoreGEA to supply membrane filters for new alternative protein plant
Novozymes has selected GEA technology to produce plant-based proteins at a new facility in Nebraska, USA. GEA will construct the process systems, which include membrane filters, mixers, homogenizers, heat exchangers, pasteurizers and UHT units, cleaning and filling systems as well as the pump and valve technology. Installation will start mid-2022, with the new factory expected […]
Read MoreHydroxsys’ technology brings clean water to dairy processing
Chris Macbeth of NIG Nutritionals (right) checks the latest Hydroxsys readings. New Zealand based clean technology company Hydroxsys has partnered with an Auckland dairy processor to offer a new wastewater treatment that delivers clean water from the processing of milk and milk products. Dairy processor NIG Nutritionals has been trialling Hydroxsys’ equipment at its facility […]
Read MoreRecycled reverse osmosis membranes for forward osmosis technology
Desalination. The research article ‘Recycled reverse osmosis membranes for forward osmosis technology’ has been published in the journal Desalination (Volume 519, 1 December 2021, 115312). Abstract An alternative use of end-of-life reverse osmosis (RO) membranes is proposed for forward osmosis (FO) application as recycled FO (RFO) membranes and transformed recycled FO (TRFO) membranes. Different passive cleaning protocols in pilot plant […]
Read MoreApplications for the Crowdsourcing @ TechInnovation 2021
View this email in your browser Looking to make an impact on the environment through innovation? Here’s your chance to drive development for a green and sustainable future. Crowdsourcing @ TechInnovation 2021 brings together global corporates, innovative start-ups and SMEs to solve various business challenges from sustainable packaging to decarbonisation. Selected companies will have the opportunity to partner […]
Read MoreNX Filtration begins pilot for water reuse from paper mills
NX Filtrations Mexpert pilot system at Industriewater Eerbeek. NX Filtration has begun a pilot project with Industriewater Eerbeek (IWE), a subsidiary of three Dutch paper mills focusing on wastewater treatment, which aims to reuse wastewater and so reduce the extraction of groundwater and the overall water footprint of the paper mills. IWE has been purifying […]
Read MorePUB’s Competitive Funding for Water Research (CWR) programme: RFP 2101 & 2102
PUB has launched a grant call on 13 Sep 2021 under the Research Innovation and Enterprise 2025 Competitive Funding for Water Research (CWR) programme to invite Institutes of Higher Learning, research institutions and industries to submit proposals. There are two Request-For-Proposals (RFPs): 1. RFP 2101: Recovery Chemicals & Minerals from the Water Loop 2. RFP […]
Read MoreNanofiber composite membrane mimicks ‘reinforced-concrete’
Journal of Membrane Science. The research article ‘Nanofibers interpenetrating network mimicking “reinforced-concrete” to construct mechanically robust composite membrane for enhanced CO2 separation’ has been published in the Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 639, 1 December 2021, 119749). Abstract The electrospun nanofiber mat (NFM) with 3D networks has advantages of high porosity and large specific surface area, but its porous […]
Read MorePall’s contamination control
Examples of fluid contaminants. The relationship between Beta, efficiency, and downstream fluid quality. Simplified schematic illustrates how a multi-pass test system is constructed. Hydraulic filter locations. Contamination in hydraulic and lube system fluids is generally recognized as the single most important factor in reducing the reliability and longevity of the equipment. This article examines how […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval partnership to produce sustainable water and beverages
Alfa Laval has entered into a partner agreement with Wayout International, a Swedish innovation company, to develop micro-factories for the local and sustainable production of water and other beverages. Wayout’s micro-factories can treat all types of water and remineralise it to produce high quality drinking water. The fully automated plug-and-play system is powered by solar […]
Read MoreFirst service initiative from Filtermist
A Filtermist engineer working on a Filtermist oil mist filter. UK-based Filtermist Systems Limited will now include the first service visit with every installed oil mist filter purchased by domestic clients. This initiative is designed to provide companies working across automotive, aerospace, food & drink and high value manufacturing with peace of mind that their […]
Read MoreGrundfos delivers its strongest-ever half-year results
Poul Due Jensen. Grundfos has reported the highest half-year earnings in the company’s history and the strongest sales growth rate for more than a decade. For the first six months of 2021, earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) of DKK2017 million were up 89% on 2020, while profit after tax doubled to DKK1542 million. Half-year […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters gets ready for green hydrogen
Housings at Amazon Filters production centre in Camberley, Surrey, UK. The UK’s Amazon Filters is set to manufacture critical components for the large-scale production of green hydrogen. The industrial filter maker is preparing new production capacity at its facility in Camberley, Surrey, to build bespoke filters and housings for use in water electrolysis powered from renewable […]
Read MorePollutec as hybrid physical-virtual event
Pollutec is a showcase for environmental solutions for industry, cities and regions, Running from 12-15 October in Lyon, France, Pollutec is the benchmark event for environmental professionals. It is also a showcase for environmental solutions for industry, cities and regions, and a springboard for market innovations and international development. In consideration of Covid restrictions, this year […]
Read MoreGKD’s pollen filter for high performance
GKD developed a filter insert made of die-cut rounds of four layers of Volumetric Mesh and one layer of square mesh for the Phantom Athletics training mask. With the additional module developed by GKD, the Phantom Athletics training masks offer an effective pollen filter. For sportspeople, the filter module from GKD provides long-awaited, reliable protection […]
Read MoreNew dates for IDA World Congress
IDA helps ensure clean water sources for future generations. In consideration of the Australian Government’s vaccination and border reopening plan, the International Desalination Association (IDA) has decided to postpone the 2022 IDA World Congress and Exhibition, previously scheduled for May 29-June 2, 2022. The new date is 9-13 October, 2022, which will ensure an in-person […]
Read MoreHengst’s filtration solutions for fuel cells
Filtration solutions for the fuel cell. From left: water separator, ion exchanger and cathode filter. The fuel cell is a key technology for sustainable energy production, and three filtration solutions developed by Hengst provide the perfect support: a cathode filter, an ion exchanger and a water separator. The cathode filter ensures safe and optimally efficient […]
Read MorePVDF filters show promise for medical use
Journal of Membrane Science. The research article ‘Ultra-thin and highly porous PVDF-filters prepared via phase inversion for potential medical (COVID-19) and industrial use’ has been published in the Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 639, 1 December 2021, 119710). Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in an increased demand for air-filtration based personal protective equipment. Existing filter masks are […]
Read MoreIndustrie De Nora buys ISIA SpA from Grundfos
Publication date: August 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 8 Author(s):
Read MoreNX Filtration appoints chief commercial officer
Alejandro Roman Fernandez, the new chief commercial officer of NX Filtration. NX Filtration has hired Alejandro Roman Fernandez as chief commercial officer (CCO). In this newly created role, Fernandez will be responsible for managing and expanding NX Filtration’s global sales force and network of distributors and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) partners. He will be based […]
Read MoreHEPA filters in indoor air purification
David Moulton, UK managing director of Camfil. Considering correct filter installation in buildings and how to ensure supplementary HEPA air purification systems are fit for purpose. If we go back 30 years the role of air filters was to initially protect HVAC systems. The air filter was designed to protect the heating and cooling coils […]
Read MoreEclipse filters boost Indian automotive market
The filtered fluid flows through the return slots located in the upper section of the magnetic core, down through the centre and exits through the outlet port. Kleenoil installed an Eclipse Magnetics Micromag high-performance filtration system inline before the machines pump to minimise the number of ferrous particles contacting the grinding wheel. The Micromag filter […]
Read MoreMembrane design and synthesis for membrane distillation
Desalination. The research article ‘Comprehensive review of membrane design and synthesis for membrane distillation’ has been published in Elsevier’s Desalination (Volume 518, 15 December 2021, 115168). Abstract Water scarcity is a grand challenge that requires continuous exploration of new desalination technologies in order to augment the global supply of fresh water. In this context, membrane distillation (MD) is […]
Read MoreGEA’s homogenisers for demanding applications
The GEA Ariete Homogenizer 3160 can be customized with more than 300 options for high performance and reliability in continuous industrial production. (Image: GEA) Two homogenisers have recently been added to the range offered by Düsseldorf-based GEA – both intended for the dairy, beverage, food, pharmaceutical, chemical and cosmetics industries. The Ariete Homogenizer 3160 completes […]
Read MoreFiltration+Separation’s top news stories in August
The filtration and separation industry’s response to Covid-19, Watergen technology in a Navajo Nation water project and GEA’s new marine separator prime were the most-read stories on the Filtration+Separation website during August 2021. 1. Covid-19: How the filtration and separation industry is responding Our coronavirus coverage shows how filtration and separation companies around the […]
Read MoreReview of membrane design and synthesis for membrane distillation
Desalination. The research article ‘Comprehensive review of membrane design and synthesis for membrane distillation’ has been published in Elsevier’s Desalination (Volume 518, 15 December 2021, 115168). Abstract Water scarcity is a grand challenge that requires continuous exploration of new desalination technologies in order to augment the global supply of fresh water. In this context, membrane distillation (MD) is […]
Read MoreWEF announces robust health protocols for WEFTEC
WEFTEC participants will be asked to upload images of health authority-issued vaccination records to a secure portal or bring proof of a negative Covid test to be verified on site. The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has announced details of the health and safety measures that will be in place for those attending WEFTEC 2021, which […]
Read MoreYoung US researcher wins Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2021
Eshani Jha from the US receives the 2021 Stockholm Junior Water Prize for research on how to remove contaminants from water. Eshani Jha from the US has received the prestigious 2021 Stockholm Junior Water Prize during World Water Week, for her research into how to remove contaminants from water. The Stockholm Junior Water Prize is an international […]
Read MoreInnovation shapes pharma filtration
Innovation-TCO-profitability causation loop. While the pharmaceutical industry is expanding with new product constantly emerging, it still needs innovations from filter suppliers. Here, Bob Mcilvaine, president, Mcilvaine Company argues that the innovation-total cost of ownership-profitability causation loop is the route to better products and higher profits. The pharmaceutical industry is growing faster than other industry sectors. […]
Read MoreXylem invests in water’s next generation
Students participating in the new, water-oriented global youth program, Xylem Ignite, which aims to engage the passion and creativity of students around the world. Xylem is continuing to invest in youth innovation to solve the world’s water challenges with a program of more than 60 events across 47 countries. This builds on Xylem’s 25-year sponsorship of […]
Read MoreBürkert introduces new seat valves
The seat valves with increased pressure and temperature range easily control and switch media with up to 25 bar overpressure and temperatures from 40°C to 230°C. (Image: Bürkert Fluid Control Systems) Bürkert Fluid Control Systems is now offering durable and low maintenance on/off and control valves for switching and controlling gases, liquids and steam in […]
Read MoreLignin modified PVDF membrane for oil filtration
Journal of Water Process Engineering. The research article ‘Lignin modified PVDF membrane with antifouling properties for oil filtration’ has been published in the Journal of Water Process Engineering (Volume 43, October 2021, 102248). Abstract Lignin is a sustainable chemical that can be extracted from a wide range of lignocellulosic biowaste. It was blended into polymeric membranes to improve […]
Read MoreInvitation to participate in the Jurong Island Innovation Challenge 2021
JIIC 2021 is an initiative by Enterprise Singapore (ESG) and JTC calling for solvers to tackle challenges faced by Jurong Island companies in the areas of energy management, emissions reduction, water management, and waste management. You can visit the Programme’s website at www.jurongislandinnovationchallenge.sg to check out details such as challenge statements, timeline, or upcoming […]
Read MoreNX Filtration supplies direct NF membranes for Indian WWTP
The current common effluent treatment plant in Jetpur, India, that will be extended with NX Filtrations direct nanofiltration membranes. Indian OEM Aquarius H2O Dynamics has selected NX Filtration to supply its hollow fiber direct nanofiltration (dNF) membranes for wastewater treatment at the common effluent treatment plant (CETP) in Jetpur, India. The system, based on 102 […]
Read MoreDe Nora introduces retrofit programme
De Nora is offering a retrofit programme, the ClorTec Gen III, to help existing customers upgrade their ClorTec on-site sodium hypochlorite generators (OSHGs), helping them improve safety and prepare for future US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. The ClorTec Gen III upgrade helps customers to plan for the EPA’s recommended bromate, chlorate and perchlorate limits […]
Read MoreEaton protects clean energy supplies
In the south of Israel, the power of the sun is being harnessed by one of the world’s largest solar power towers, covering an area of 740 acres (300 hectare) that supplies more than 100,000 households with sustainable electricity. Eaton Type 31L gas/liquid separators can filter steam to remove up to 99% of all fluid […]
Read MoreAdvances in membrane technologies for saline wastewater treatment
Desalination The research article ‘Current advances in membrane technologies for saline wastewater treatment: A comprehensive review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 517, 1 December 2021, 115170). Abstract The saline wastewater from various sources including agriculture and industrial activities, appears to have high salt concentration, organic content and other pollutants which can harm the environment. Thus, saline wastewater […]
Read MoreMembrane Technology Won Investment At The Liveability Challenge 2021 Grand Finale
Tell us what you think! No images? Click here Thank you for being part of The Liveability Challenge 2021 Grand Finale! Dear TLC community, The Liveability Challenge 2021 Grand Finale concluded last week with US-based team SeaChange Inc. emerging ahead of a group of six finalists to clinch the grand prize of S$1 million in grant funding from Temasek Foundation. Despite Covid-19 […]
Read MoreAquatech Amsterdam – call for Innovation Award entries
Winners of the Aquatech Innovation Award 2019. The organisers of Aquatech Amsterdam, which will take place from 2–5 November, have called for entries for the Aquatech Innovation Award 2021, which is open to all water tech related organisations. Exhibitors are invited to enter their most innovative solutions, products and technologies to be judged by an […]
Read MoreA review of emerging desalination technologies
Desalination. The review article ‘Emerging desalination technologies: Current status, challenges and future trends’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 517, 1 December 2021, 115183). Abstract Emerging technologies present many new possibilities for diversifying the desalination industry, which is currently dominated by thermal desalination, and reverse osmosis. In this review, we highlight recent developments in emerging desalination technologies, focusing on those nearing commercialization i.e. forward […]
Read MoreFiltXPO – clean water in a changing climate
The current paradigm is clean water requires energy from coal-powered plants resulting in CO2 generation. We must develop low energy demand ways to purify water. FiltXPO panelist Hal Alper, president and chief science officer, MYCELX Technologies Corporation. Every company involved in industrial manufacturing more than likely uses process water. In general, you cant operate a […]
Read MoreDuPont to deliver membranes for Sorek B desalination plant
IDE Water Technologies has selected DuPont’s FilmTec membranes to provide the seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) filtration for the Sorek B desalination plant in Israel. The 25-year, 200 million m3/year facility will be the largest desalination plant in Israel and one of the largest in the world when it comes online in 2023. DuPont is providing […]
Read MoreLG Sonic’s technologies support algae mitigation project
The two ultrasonic devices combine real-time water quality monitoring, web-based software, and ultrasound to combat algae blooms. Technologies from Dutch company LG Sonic are being used in an algae bloom mitigation project on Lake St Charles in Florida, in partnership with the Lake St Charles Community Development District (CDD) and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection […]
Read MoreDe Nora completes produced water recycling project
The project, which began in May, established four ClorTec Mobile Treatment Units along a network of simultaneous fracturing systems. De Nora has now completed phase one of its Delaware Basin Wastewater Recycling Project, achieving produced water rates exceeding 140,000 barrels per day, which amounts to more than 5 million barrels over a 30-day period. The project, […]
Read MoreSR-Tek pressure vessels used in filtration research
The pressure vessels from Smart Reservoir Technology (SR-Tek) are being used to investigate the effects of different operating pressures on membrane filtration. A research team at Pennsylvania State University is using four transparent pressure vessels from Smart Reservoir Technology (SR-Tek) to investigate the effects of different operating pressures on membrane filtration. Expected to be worth […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters targets biopharma with new housings
The housings conform to the latest iteration of the industry leading ASME BPE standard and its criteria for hygienic design, materials construction and fabrication. Amazon Filters has launched a new range of filter housings, the single-stack 72C and 76C series, to aid critical processes in the production of biopharmaceuticals. The housings conform to the latest […]
Read MoreIDA 2022 World Congress – call for extended abstracts
The 2022 IDA World Congress and Exhibition will provide knowledge-sharing and interaction for participants on both technical and business topics related to the use of desalination and water reuse solutions for a secure water future. The International Desalination Association (IDA) has called for extended abstracts for its 2022 World Congress on the theme of Charting […]
Read MoreMann+Hummel membrane business Microdyn-Nadir changes its name
Publication date: July 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 7 Author(s):
Read MorePervaporation membrane materials: Trends and perspectives
Journal of Membrane Science. The research article ‘Pervaporation membrane materials: Recent trends and perspectives’ has been published in the Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 636, 15 October 2021, 119557). Abstract Pervaporation is a molecular separation membrane technology for selective permeation of water or organic compounds from organic-water mixtures or organic-organic mixtures. The pervaporation process is controlled by thermodynamic partitioning and kinetic […]
Read MoreWatergen technology installed in Navajo Nation Water Project
Watergens GEN-M AWG will produce up to 211 gallons of clean drinking water for the community. A water from air generator, the GEN-M from Israeli company Watergen, was recently installed in the Hard Rock Community of the Navajo Nation in Arizona, bringing clean drinking water to the water-stressed region. The Navajo water project is a […]
Read MoreFischer Process Industries buys HE Danby
Fischer Process Industries has acquired HE Danby Co Inc, an Indianapolis, Indiana-based distributor that services pumps, filters and filtration systems. HE Danby sells and services a range of pumps and filter systems for manufacturers including Gorman-Rupp, Aurora Pump, Eaton, GE Water Technologies, Filtertech Gusher-Nagle and AllFlo. The company also has a fully equipped and complete […]
Read MorePorvair increases production capacity for porous plastics
Precision cut Vyon porous plastic components. Porvair Sciences has installed new automated precision die-cutting equipment at its facility in Wrexham, Wales that has enabled a five-fold increase in its manufacturing capacity for porous plastic components. Installed in Porvair’s cGMP compliant cleanroom production facility, the new equipment is able to produce porous plastic components that are […]
Read MoreSeeking Nominations for Imagine H2O Asia Cohort 3
Water Startups Invited to Register Today for Imagine H2O Asia Cohort 3 A short program launch teaser video can be viewed here. Imagine H2O Asia invites startups to apply today for Cohort 3. Led by Imagine H2O, the accelerator program will feature new partnerships and an expanded advisory and customer network to equip water tech […]
Read MoreEvoqua to set up sustainability and innovation hub in Pittsburgh
Evoqua Water Technologies is to open a new Sustainability and Innovation Hub in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, to advance the development of cutting-edge and sustainable water treatment technologies. The 18 000 sq ft facility will be Evoqua’s centre of excellence for research and innovation, addressing emerging water trends including climate change, connectivity and health and safety. […]
Read MoreAO Smith acquires Master Water Conditioning Corp
Water technology company AO Smith Corp has acquired Master Water Conditioning Corp, a Pennsylvania-based water treatment company in an all-cash transaction. “The acquisition of Master Water further demonstrates our commitment to the North American water treatment market, a key element of our strategy to deliver innovative, differentiated solutions that heat and treat water,” said Kevin […]
Read MoreBiwater to build wastewater treatment facility in Morocco
Biwater has secured a turnkey contract from Regie Autonome of Kenitra (RAK) to design and construct a new wastewater treatment facility for Moulay Bousselham, a fishing village and tourist destination on Morocco’s north coast. The new facility will provide pre-treatment, biological treatment and advanced tertiary treatment, including closed low pressure ultraviolet disinfection. The contract is […]
Read MoreMAAG Group to exhibit at Fakuma 2021
Among the products being exhibited is the new generation of ECO high performance melt filters for use in PET recycling. The MAAG Group will be showcasing its product portfolio for the polymer industry at Fakuma, the international trade fair for plastics processing in Friedrichshafen, Germany from 12–16 October. The company specialises in pump and filtration systems, […]
Read MoreEvonik’s green membranes transform biogas
Evoniks production site in Schoerfling, Austria. (Image: Evonik) The highly selective SEPURAN Green hollow-fibre membranes from Evonik efficiently remove the carbon dioxide from the raw biogas. (Image: Evonik) The membranes are made of specially developed Evonik high-performance polymers that are highly resistant to pressure and temperature. (Image: Evonik) At Germany’s largest biogas plant, biogas will […]
Read MoreAquaporin launches podcast series
The first two podcasts cover the clean water crisis and possible new solutions and the link between bottled water consumption and plastic pollution. Aquaporin has recently released its podcast series called WATER x FUTURE, about water and all the opportunities and dilemmas it contains, the technologies rooted in nature, the purpose of innovation, and the […]
Read MoreVirus filter scalability
Biologicals. The research article ‘Virus filter scalability: Demonstration of consistent viral clearance across laboratory and manufacturing scales’ has been published in the journal Biologicals. Abstract Virus removal filtration processes in biopharmaceutical manufacturing are developed, optimized and validated for viral clearance using laboratory scale filters. Thus, the scalability of these filters is critical for accurately extrapolating filtration […]
Read MoreNX Filtration plans new factory in Hengelo
An artist’s impression of NX Filtration’s new factory in Hengelo, the Netherlands. NX Filtration has signed a purchase option for a 24 000 sq m plot of land at the High Tech Systems Park in Hengelo, the Netherlands for a new nanofiltration membrane production facility. The company is planning to build a new plant for […]
Read MoreOsmotic dilution/concentration using FO membranes
Desalination. The research article ‘Comprehensive review of osmotic dilution/concentration using FO membranes for practical applications’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 515, 1 November 2021, 115190). Abstract Forward osmosis (FO) has attracted growing attention in the field of membrane-based separation technology over the last two decades. Despite recent advancements in various osmosis-assisted processes, few studies have succeeded in commercialization. […]
Read MoreLakeside’s Closed Loop Reactor at Bentonville.
Lakesides Closed Loop Reactor at Bentonville. At Bentonville, Lakesides rotors were still working after 35 years of operation. Operations supervisor Chris Earl with manager, Nancy Busen at Bentonville Water Resource Recovery Facility. A fast-growing US city meant that the city’s water resource recovery facility, which mainly receives domestic wastewater, saw its 2019 average daily flow […]
Read MoreBakerCorp to rebrand as United Rentals
Fluid solution provider BakerCorp is to be rebranded under the United Rentals name starting 1 September 2021. BakerCorp was acquired by United Rentals in 2018. The rebrand will align all European branch operations with the United Rentals business, which also operates in the United States and Canada. As United Rentals, the company is also expanding […]
Read MoreSulzer Chemtech extends partnership with Shell Catalysts & Technologies
Sulzer Chemtech has renewed and extended its licencing agreement with Shell Catalysts & Technologies for the development and distribution of high-capacity tray and phase separation technology. The two companies signed their first strategic agreement in 2000 and renewed it in 2011. Under this new agreement, Sulzer Chemtech will continue to be the worldwide licencee for […]
Read MoreXylem releases lamella clarifier
The lamella sheets are installed at an inclined 55° angle to expand the clarification surface area. Global water technology company, Xylem has unveiled its Leopold Texler lamella clarifier for the efficient removal of solids in water treatment applications. Current lamella plate clarifiers are made from stainless-steel plates which require extensive support structures. When exposed to sun, […]
Read MoreEclipse Magnetics’ separator used by confectionery giant
The Pneumag unit removes ferrous and paramagnetic contamination effectively from pneumatic process lines. Steve Musk Engineering, a provider of process systems to the confectionery industry, has installed Eclipse Magnetics’ Pneumag separator technology into the systems of one of the UK’s leading confectionery companies to bolster its safety processes and enhance foreign body removal. Foreign body prevention […]
Read MoreFreudenberg offers tank pressure unit to prevent contamination
The TPU 500 system creates a germ-free air blanket above the liquid raw, intermediate and end products. Freudenberg Filtration Technologies has introduced its TPU 500 tank pressure unit prevents contamination from liquid foodstuffs during storage and filling, protecting products from spoiling. The TPU 500 system creates a germ-free air blanket above the liquid raw, intermediate […]
Read MoreHenkel & Aqua Membranes offer printed spacer technology
The automated system prints the feed spacer directly on to the flat sheet web. The Henkel Corporation and Aqua Membranes have introduced a printed spacer technology for spiral-wound element design and manufacturing, eliminating the need for conventional plastic mesh feed spacers by printing spacer patterns directly onto flat sheet membrane materials. The spacer patterns have […]
Read MoreSuez to provide membranes for 15 Petrobras FPSOs
Suez Water Technologies & Solutions has signed a multi-million dollar contract with Brazilian oil and gas company Petrobras to supply membranes for 15 floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) platforms. Under the renewal contract, Suez Water Technologies & Solutions will be the exclusive provider of membranes used in seawater sulfate removal (SWSR) systems on the […]
Read MoreGrant enables DuPont to advance and expand applications of CCRO technology
Publication date: June 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 6 Author(s):
Read MoreMicroplastic removal in drinking water treatment processes
Water Research. The research article ‘Microplastic removal in conventional drinking water treatment processes: Performance, mechanism, and potential risk’ has been published in the journal Water Research (Volume 202, 1 September 2021, 117417). Abstract The effectiveness of traditional drinking water treatment plants for the removal of Microplastics (MPs) in the size range of tens of micrometers is currently uncertain. […]
Read MoreEaton helps preserve the purity of olive oil
The quality of high-class extra virgin olive oils comes from an early harvest, when the olive fruit is at its ideal ripeness to provide the best attributes in an olive oil. BECOPAD depth filter sheets are made of high-purity cellulose fibres and do not rely on mineral components such as diatomaceous earth. Extra virgin olive […]
Read MoreGEA develops serum separator for Indian dairy producer
GEA developed its serum separator with a capacity of 3,000 litres per hour based on Amul Dairys requirement for the local market. (Image: GEA) GEA has developed a ghee processing separator for Amul Dairy, a major Indian dairy producer, which has reduced fat losses by 85% and increased ghee production by 30%, without additional investment […]
Read MoreEaton introduces new range of pipeline basket strainers
The Simplex 72X strainers provide full bypass-free filtration which protects process equipment in applications including chemical, petrochemical and water pipelines. Eaton’s Filtration Division has developed a new range of cast pipeline basket strainers, the Simplex 72X range, which conforms to the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) and is designed for equipment protection in industrial processes. The Simplex 72X […]
Read MoreEvonik supplies green membranes to biogas plant
The highly selective SEPURAN Green hollow-fibre membranes from Evonik remove the carbon dioxide from the raw biogas. Germany’s largest biogas plant for bio-LNG production, operated by EnviTec Biogas, is using Evonik’s SEPURAN Green membrane technology for its biogas upgrading. Biogas can be upgraded to biomethane and used locally in liquid (bio-LNG) form as a climate-friendly […]
Read MoreSaltworks’ membrane pilot achieves 98% recovery
The Saltworks team operated the plant both on-site and remotely despite the ongoing international challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. Saltworks Technologies’ ultra-high recovery membrane pilot plant has successfully completed its latest commission in Southeast Asia, operating around-the-clock for 90 days and achieving 98% water recovery from a complex, mixed industrial wastewater with high organics and […]
Read MoreRetention characteristics of sterile filters
The research article ‘Retention characteristics of sterile filters – Effect of pore size and structure’ has been published in the Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 635, 1 October 2021, 119436). Abstract Sterile filtration is used to remove microorganisms in the processing of most recombinant proteins, but there are significant challenges in applying this technology to large biotherapeutics like Live-Attenuated […]
Read MoreRepligen to acquire Polymem
US life sciences company Repligen Corp has entered into an agreement to acquire Polymem SA, the French hollow fiber membranes and modules manufacturer. Toulouse-based Polymem, which was set up in 1997, has a team of 60 people focused on the development and manufacture of hollow fiber membranes, membrane modules and systems for water treatment, solid/liquid […]
Read MoreNX Filtration membranes bring potable water to Indonesian hospital
NX Filtrations membrane modules at a previous project for PT. Bayu for the production of drinking water for the city of Dumai in Indonesia. NX Filtration has been chosen by PT. Bayu, an Indonesian specialist in the construction of water and wastewater treatment plants, to supply its hollow fibre nanofiltration membranes for potable water production […]
Read MoreAquaporin helps recycle Turkey’s industrial wastewater
Aquaporins forward osmosis membranes and solutions for industrial wastewater treatment reject all unwanted compounds such as chemicals and colours. Danish water technology company Aquaporin has established a partnership with local distributor ÖKOTEK to enable Turkey’s industries to reuse up to 95% of their wastewater. Turkey has a diverse industrial landscape including automotive, chemical and pharmaceutical […]
Read MoreIDA announces new dates for desalination conference
The 3-day Specialty Conference on Innovation in Desalination has been moved from September 2021 to February 2022. The International Desalination Association (IDA), Desalination Technology Research Institute (DTRI) and the Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC) have announced that the 3-day Specialty Conference on Innovation in Desalination will be held on 7–9 February 2022, at the Ritz […]
Read MoreEaton introduces optimised mobile fluid purifier system
The IFPM 33 mobile, off-line fluid purifier system removes water, gases and particulate contaminants from oils. The Filtration Division of energy management company Eaton recently launched an optimised version of its IFPM 33 mobile, off-line fluid purifier system, which removes water, gases and particulate contaminants from oils. The fully automated, PLC-controlled purifiers effectively remove free, […]
Read MoreMicroplastic removal at WWTPs by tertiary sand filtration
Chemical Engineering Journal. The research article ‘Release of microplastic particles to the aquatic environment via wastewater treatment plants: The impact of sand filters as tertiary treatment’ has been published in Chemical Engineering Journal. Abstract Monitoring of microplastics (MP) release into the aquatic environment is an important topic and proposed point sources for microplastics are wastewater […]
Read MoreHRS believes Covid-19 needs a flexible approach
Covid-19 means that a more flexible approach needs to be taken towards investment projects during AMP7. Efficient equipment solutions, such as the use of corrugated tube heat exchangers, are important where CapEx projects are going ahead. Environmental measures, such as sludge and effluent management, are a key priority under AMP7. The water industry in England […]
Read MoreSilent & sustainable air purification from Dexwet
Dexwet Wet Air Filters patented staggered rod system captures particles and allows clean air to flow through. A study has confirmed the effectiveness of air filtration technology with a wet filter design. It removed 99.9% of airborne dust, pollen, and nano-fine particles such as bacteria and viruses in a classroom in under 2.5 hours. An […]
Read MoreNX Filtration supplies membranes to Indian textile company
Aquarius H2O Dynamics will develop a water recycling plant at KKCL with a capacity of 700 m3 per day based on 32 dNF40 membrane modules from NX Filtration. NX Filtration will provide its hollow fibre direct nanofiltration (dNF) membranes to Aquarius H2O Dynamics, an Indian wastewater treatment OEM, for use in a water recycling application […]
Read MoreAxium Process offers pick and mix liquid filtration
The three screen options include Axiums wedge-wire filter screen, a sintered mesh screen, and a basic perforated filter screen. Axium Process has developed a universal stainless steel filter housing which can be used with three distinct filter screens, each of which has specialist capabilities designed for applications across the pharmaceutical, food, beverage, dairy, confectionery and […]
Read MorePorosity heterogeneity and transport properties of multibore membranes
The research article ‘How does porosity heterogeneity affect the transport properties of multibore filtration membranes?’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science. Abstract The prediction of pressure and flow distributions inside porous membranes is important if the geometry deviates from single-bore tubular geometries. This task remains challenging, especially when considering local porosity variations caused […]
Read MoreKnowledge sharing & co-operation the GKD way
The Vacubelt 2015 filter belt from GKD has been the globally established standard in the field of FGDP gypsum dewatering for many years. (Image: ThyssenKrupp Fördertechnik) Porometric mesh from GKD proves itself in drum filters for mechanical water cleaning. (Image: GKD) The GKD Group has always invested in global work distribution. Yet strong growth and […]
Read MoreAquaporin showcases FO technology at virtual SIWW
Aquaporin will be at SIWW with a virtual booth. exhibiting its latest products and solutions and connecting with visitors through the virtual Meeting Hub. The all-virtual Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) starts today, and Danish water treatment specialists Aquaporin will be there with a virtual booth to exhibit its latest products and solutions and connect […]
Read MoreXebec Adsorption acquires UK’s Tiger Filtration
Canadian clean energy solutions provider Xebec Adsorption Inc has bought Tiger Filtration (TFL), a UK-based manufacturer of alternative filter elements, housings and bespoke filtration solutions for the compressed air and gas industry. The acquisition gives Xebec Adsorption a recurring element and filter aftermarket manufacturing business. With Tiger Filtration’s R&D capabilities, Xebec will also be able to […]
Read MoreSDS’s flagship water recycling system
An example of how the SDS GWOD system works in a hotel setting. The GWOD is capable of significantly improved investment payback when compared to conventional MBR greywater systems, especially for larger-scale systems. In the GWOD system, greywater is collected and then pumped through a disk pre-filter system and dosed with a small amount of […]
Read MoreWaterise & DuPont collaborate on sustainable subsea desalination
Waterise is currently performing tests using a demonstration rig which can be transported to customer sites. DuPont Water Solutions is working with Norwegian technology company Waterise to provide seawater reverse osmosis membranes for Waterise’s subsea desalination plants in a bid to offer a more sustainable desalination process. Waterise’s technology uses the natural hydrostatic pressure found […]
Read MoreSustainable brine management: water, energy and mineral recovery
The research article ‘Sustainable brine management from the perspectives of water, energy and mineral recovery: A comprehensive review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 513, 1 October 2021, 115055). Abstract Desalination activities around the world are increasing as a result of water scarcity. The discharge of brine from desalination processes poses a significant threat to the environment. Large […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters offers mobile filtration units on stand-by
Each mobile unit is installed with Amazon Filters SupaSpun II absolute-rated depth filters which are on the approved list for use in the public water supply. UK filtration specialist, Amazon Filters, has put a fleet of mobile units on stand-by to help municipal water companies cope with the impact of any extreme weather this summer. […]
Read MoreSaltworks garners support to develop technology
AirBreather units turn saline produced water into clean water for reuse, or water vapour for safe release into the atmosphere. Canadian industrial water treatment specialist, Saltworks Technologies, has secured the support of Geoscience BC and the Natural Gas Innovation Fund (NGIF) for a project to develop its AirBreather technology for water treatment at natural gas sites. […]
Read MoreGEA develops separator for blood plasma fractionation
With the separator hycon and the three-room concept, GEA has created fully automated production in clean room applications. (Image: GEA) GEA has introduced its fully automatic separator, the hycon, which enables one-touch production for separation of blood plasma and plasma proteins in clean room applications. The centrifuge is self-cleaning and has a customer-specific solids’ tank. […]
Read MoreNX Filtration pilot recycles municipal wastewater
The pilot project will demonstrate the benefits of NX Filtrations hollow fibre direct nanofiltration (dNF) technology. Filtration specialists NX Filtration, along with Water Board Aa & Maas, NX Filtration, Van Remmen UV Technology and Jotem Water Treatment have begun a pilot project to demonstrate the viability of clean water production from municipal effluent from Aa […]
Read MoreEnergy consumer to net producer with Sulzer
The E_OS project has made the wastewater treatment plant a net producer of energy. (Image: CreativStudio Bogataj) Sulzers HST turbocompressors reduced total power consumption by 400 kW. The HST turbocompressors offered quieter operation, high availability and very low maintenance costs. The Energy Optimization through Sludge Treatment (E_OS) project in Vienna is a pioneering facility designed […]
Read MoreTreatment of table olive processing wastewater
The research article ‘Membrane filtration, activated sludge and solar photocatalytic technologies for the effective treatment of table olive processing wastewater’ has been published in the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering (Volume 9, Issue 4, August 2021, 105743). Abstract The table olive industry produces a high quantity of wastewater (TOPW) whose management represents a challenge due to its environmental […]
Read MoreMitsubishi increases the operational efficiency of its membrane business
Publication date: May 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 5 Author(s):
Read MorePorvair expands microfiltration product line
Typical applications for the Tekfil SW range food and beverage, fine chemicals and solvents and water treatment prior to reverse osmosis. Porvair Filtration has extended its microfiltration line with the Tekfil SW string wound cartridge filters and the Tekfil CR Absolute Rated Depth Filter Cartridge Cryptosporidium Grade. The Tekfil SW range of precision wound filter […]
Read MoreDirect air capture from Climeworks
Climeworks direct air capture technology can reach a net carbon dioxide removal efficiency of more than 90%. (Image: Climeworks/Julia Dunlop) Climeworks new large-scale direct air capture and storage plant, Orca, under construction. (Image: Climeworks) When completed, Orca will be able to capture 4,000 tonnes of CO per year. (Image: Climeworks) Climeworks, a Swiss company specialising […]
Read MoreCamfil & Sinopharm co-operate to improve biopharma filtration
From left: Bridge Xu, senior sales director, Filter Business of Camfil Group China, Michel Moulin, managing director of Camfil Group China, Wang Yunbao, general manager of Sinopharm GEPTECK, Wu Xuehong, chief technologist of Sinopharm GEPTECK. Camfil and the China National Pharmaceutical Group Corporation, Sinopharm, have announced the joint release of digital high-efficiency air supply units […]
Read MoreThe effects of ventilation and filtration on PM2.5 in offices
The research article ‘The effects of ventilation and filtration on indoor PM2.5 in office buildings in four countries’ has been published in the journal Building and Environment (Volume 200, August 2021, 107975). Abstract Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is an airborne pollutant associated with negative acute and chronic human health outcomes. Although the majority of PM2.5 research has focused on outdoor […]
Read MoreFiltration in gas processing systems
Gas processors do not always give filtration the priority it deserves as a means to improve product quality and protect vital equipment from damage. The Gas Filtration Test Skid is a new development that can assess contamination levels and process flows while a gas plant is in operation. Figure 1. Overview of the spectrum of […]
Read MoreMaximizing selectivity: An analysis of isoporous membranes
The research article ‘Maximizing selectivity: An analysis of isoporous membranes’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 633, 1 September 2021, 119389). Abstract Membranes are compelling candidates for many separation-based industrial processes. However, all synthetic membranes are subject to well-recognized permeability-selectivity trade-offs that hinder their use in advanced applications. Having uniform nanoscale pore size, isoporous nanofiltration and ultrafiltration membranes […]
Read MoreAquammodate recognised in nature-inspired award
Aquammodate membrane prototype undergoing testing in the lab. Swedish start-up Aquammodate has been named by the Biomimicry Institute as a finalist in the Ray of Hope Prize for its water purification technology, and the winner of the US$100,000 prize will be announced on 15 June. Aquammodate says its technology has the potential to reach 100 […]
Read MoreCeleros Flow Technology develops high capacity range
The new filter design has a layered and pleated media pack construction and is contained within a cartridge. In response to the growing levels of contamination across many different process applications, Celeros Flow Technology has developed a new range of High-Capacity (HC) filtration solutions to more efficiently separate solids and liquids. High solid loading within […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters targets expanding chemicals’ market
Amazon Filters’ VisClear II is designed to support the manufacture of viscous fluids that require optimum processing at high temperatures. Amazon Filters has introduced the latest product in its meltblown filter cartridge range, the VisClear II, designed to strengthen filtration processes behind the manufacture of many high-viscosity fluids and to cater for increasing expansion in […]
Read MoreEaton’s filtration system for re-use of process water
The reduction of freshwater consumption by filtering and reusing process water saves process costs in paper manufacturing. (Image: Getty Images) Eatons modular F-Series consists of multiple filter stations and offers the flexibility needed to adapt to process-related changes. (Image: Eaton) Water is indispensable in many industrial production processes and companies are searching for ways to clean and […]
Read MoreParker offers filters for advanced gas turbines
The new filters feature durable hydrophobic and oleophobic properties, which remove problematic contaminants carried through to the turbine in liquid forms. The Gas Turbine Filtration Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation has launched its clearcurrent ASSURE filters for high-performance gas turbines. All components within the latest advanced gas turbines must be able to withstand the harsh environments […]
Read MoreUltrafiltration as tertiary treatment for municipal wastewater reuse
Separation and Purification Technology. The research article ‘Ultrafiltration as tertiary treatment for municipal wastewater reuse’ has been published in the journal Separation and Purification Technology. Abstract Water reuse is an enduring topic that benefits the society and future generations of mankind. Ultrafiltration (UF) is one of the most cost-effective treatment technologies for improving water quality. In […]
Read MoreMemsift enters South Korean market through partnership
Dr J Antony Prince, founder and CEO of Memsift Innovations. Singapore-based industrial liquid-waste treatment specialist Memsift Innovations Pte Ltd and South Korea’s Angstroms Co Ltd have entered into a cooperation agreement to explore market opportunities for Memsift technologies in South Korea through pilot trials. Angstroms, which specialises in membrane separation technologies for industrial effluent treatment […]
Read MoreRegeneration of filter press fabrics in the mining sector
The research article ‘Regeneration assessments of filter fabrics of filter presses in the mining sector’ has been published in the journal Minerals Engineering (Volume 168, 1 July 2021, 106922). Abstract In addition to investment costs, ongoing operating costs represent a major economic aspect of a process plant. From an entrepreneurial point of view, these should be as low […]
Read MoreZwitterCo secures funding to help it scale its water treatment and advanced separation technology
Publication date: April 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 4 Author(s):
Read MoreDXP Enterprises acquires Carter & Verplanck
DXP Enterprises Inc has completed the acquisition of Carter & Verplanck Inc (CVI), a US distributor of products and services for the water and wastewater markets. Carter & Verplanck provides bio-solid and residual, potable water management and wastewater treatments solutions. The product range includes filters and pumps. Carter & Verplanck also operates a full-service company […]
Read MoreApril’s top filtration news stories
New products from Porex and Koch Separation Solutions and a review of our Covid-19 coverage were the most-read stories on the Filtration+Separation website in April 2021. 1. VFE testing shows efficacy of Porex materials The Porex Corporation has pioneered the use of viral filtration efficiency (VFE) testing methods and tested its own materials used in […]
Read MoreMeissner to expand production capacity for Covid-19-related products
Meissner’s headquarters in Camarillo, California. Meissner Filtration Products has been awarded a US$13.4 million contract from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) to facilitate expedited expansion of the company’s production capacity for products critical to Covid-19 vaccine and therapeutics manufacturing. Meissner will be expanding its Camarillo, California, manufacturing campus by making a significant […]
Read MoreTrucent builds centrifuge Center of Excellence in Indiana
Trucent’s new facility in Noblesville. Trucent has opened its new and expanded CentraSep production facility in Noblesville, Indiana, USA. The US$2 million facility in Noblesville, which is near Trucent’s previous location and just north of Indianapolis, will manufacture CentraSep centrifuges along with other new and advanced filtration systems. The purpose-built 44 000 sq ft building […]
Read MoreDexwet’s silent & sustainable air purification
Gregory Scott Newsome, chief financial officer and board director at Dexwet Air Filters. Dexwet Wet Air Filter’s patented staggered rod system captures particles and allows clean air to flow through. An independent field study capturing over two million data points has confirmed the effectiveness of air filtration technology with a wet filter design. It successfully […]
Read MoreCombining membrane filtration and flocculation for microalgae harvesting
Water Research The research article ‘Combining patterned membrane filtration and flocculation for economical microalgae harvesting’ has been published in Water Research. Abstract Membranes have a lot of potential for harvesting microalgae, but mainly membrane fouling and high harvesting costs linked to low fluxes are hampering their breakthrough. Patterned membranes can reduce fouling by enchancing local turbulences […]
Read More[Call for Proposal] Launch of SIIRD CFP for R&D projects between Singapore and Israel enterprises
Singapore-Israel Industrial R&D Foundation (SIIRD) has launched the call for proposals for SIIRD funding of R&D and pilot projects across all technological sectors. The current call for application is currently open and ends 2 August 2021. The programme will be interesting for companies who already have partners in Israel, or even companies who are interested […]
Read MorePretreatments to mitigate fouling in membrane distillation
Desalination. The research article ‘Comparative analysis of various pretreatments to mitigate fouling and scaling in membrane distillation’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 509, 1 August 2021, 115046). Abstract Membrane distillation (MD) has shown strong promise for treating hypersaline produced water (PW) streams. Scaling and fouling on the membrane surface, however, have been identified as major challenges for […]
Read MoreMetso Outotec introduces industrial filtration portfolio
A core feature of Metso Outotecs filtration solutions is a sustainable design to improve environmental performance through energy, emissions, and water-efficiency. Metso Outotec has released its new range of filtration solutions for industrial applications covering chemical processing, industrial minerals, rubber and plastic, food and pharmaceutical and different types of bioprocess industries. In addition to the […]
Read MoreAqua Membranes secures new investment
Aqua Membranes, the developer of a patented 3D printed spacer technology for water filtration, has closed a new round of additional financing to apply its products to the semiconductor market. The deal was co-led by Micron, a manufacturer of memory and storage solutions, and Clean Energy Ventures, a venture capital firm investing in early-stage climate […]
Read MoreSPX Flow appoints chief diversity officer
SPX Flow Inc has hired its first chief diversity officer to help build on the company’s culture of belonging. In this new role, Dori Armstead will advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as spearhead community relations. Before joining SPX Flow, Armstead served as vice president of human resources at Wingate University where she […]
Read MoreGEA puts an end to the stick-slip effect
With the automatically operating Active Torque Control for CF decanters, GEA has developed a market innovation that makes the production process for starch and casein not only more reliable but also as profitable as possible under stick-slip conditions. (Image: GEA) How GE’s active torque control for decanter centrifuges increases economic efficiency. Creaking doors, squeaking brakes […]
Read MoreCherwell Laboratories extends range of microbial air monitors
ImpactAir microbial air monitor ranges are designed to support the new EU GMP Annex 1 requirements for continuous environmental monitoring (EM). Cherwell Laboratories, specialists in cleanroom microbiology solutions, has added new models to its ImpactAir range of microbial air monitors distributed from Pinpoint Scientific. The extended ImpactAir-ISO-90 and brand new ImpactAir-90 ranges support the new […]
Read MoreAmazon’s filters pass seawater testing
A meltblown filter being strengthened with anti-microbial KilBac additives at Amazon Filters logistics centre in Camberley, Surrey. UK filter manufacturer Amazon Filters, in partnership with a US-based crude oil and natural gas producer has held a series of tests of its recently launched SupaSpun KilBac and SupaGard Kilbac filters to check how well KilBac protects […]
Read MoreAquaporin launches domestic water purifier
Powered by Aquaporin Inside technology, the company’s new under-the-sink water purifier, ONE, removes pesticides, viruses, bacteria and lime. Aquaporin’s new under-the-sink water purifier, ONE, is powered by Aquaporin Inside technology and removes pesticides, viruses, bacteria and lime, so that only safe drinking water comes out of the tap. The essential building block in the Aquaporin […]
Read MoreEaton redesigns duplex press filters
By direct mounting the switchgear to the pressure vessels the new EDA requires less space and is up to 216 lbs (98 kg) lighter on the EDA 1006 series. The Filtration Division of energy management company Eaton has redesigned its EDA series of duplex pressure filters, making them up to 30% smaller and lighter than the […]
Read MorePentair to acquire US beverage equipment company
Pentair plc has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of Ken’s Beverage Inc (KBI), a provider of beverage equipment and service, including water filtration systems, for restaurants, convenience stores and foodservice companies. KBI has 30 branches across the US and more than 300 trained technicians. The acquisition will expand Pentair’s national commercial […]
Read MoreAquaporin appoints deputy CEO and chief commercial officer
Matt Boczkowski. Matt Boczkowski has joined the Aquaporin executive management team as deputy CEO and chief commercial officer. Prior to Aquaporin, Boczkowski was vice president of new markets, marketing and growth at Suez, where he identified new growth areas for the company in industries including oil and gas, data centres, microelectronics and life sciences. Boczkowski […]
Read MoreSPX Flow’s chief commercial officer to leave
Dwight Gibson, SPX Flow Inc’s chief commercial officer, is leaving on 1 May 2021 to become CEO of a public company that serves the building materials industry. “On behalf of the SPX Flow team, I would like to thank Dwight for his outstanding contributions to SPX Flow. I’m proud and excited for Dwight to take […]
Read MoreCost optimization of multi-stage gap membrane distillation
Journal of Membrane Science. The research article ‘Cost optimization of multi-stage gap membrane distillation’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 627, 1 June 2021, 119228). Abstract Estimating the costs and performance of emerging separation technologies is technically challenging because of the complex design space and the interdependence between system and module-level design decisions. This […]
Read MoreXylem to supply Wedeco ozone system for textile recycling plant
Manufactured and tested in Germany, at Xylems Herford facility, the Wedeco ozone system is tailored to meet the highest industry standards at low operating costs. Xylem’s Wedeco ozone technology will help Renewcells new mill produce dissolving pulp with a limited amount of chemicals, while also meeting the strictest local environmental regulations. Xylem is to deliver […]
Read MoreLakeside Equipment in auto rake system retrofit integration
The Lakeside Hydronic T Screen at the City of Washingtons wastewater treatment plant in Indiana. To maximise available space, Lakesides T-Series Trash Rake has rack installations up to 90°. At the City of Washingtons WWTP, the system features a double 12 ft-wide telescoping design to rapidly remove the anticipated debris from storm events. A wastewater […]
Read MoreEvoqua to replace RBC units in New Jersey
Evoquas Envirex Series 400 RBC systems were selected because of their large media surface, flexible design, and reliable performance history. Evoqua Water Technologies will replace eight Rotating Biological Contactors (RBCs) that have reached the end of their useful life at the Cape May Wastewater Treatment Facility in New Jersey. The Authority wanted to replace existing […]
Read MoreState-of-the-art of renewable energy sources used in water desalination
Desalination. The review article ‘State-of-the-art of renewable energy sources used in water desalination: Present and future prospects’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 508, 15 July 2021, 115035). Abstract The last decade has seen a worldwide increase in the use of alternative energy sources, especially renewable energy (RE), including its application in desalination. In the past many […]
Read MorePorvair Filtration appoints distributor in South Korea and Mainland China for its gas-processing products
Publication date: March 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 3 Author(s):
Read MoreMarch’s top filtration news stories
The most-read news stories on the Filtration+Separation website in March 2021 were Toray’s new PVDF ultrafiltration membrane with a high virus removal rate, the launch of Amiad’s disc filtration system and the filtration industry’s response to Covid-19. 1. Toray develops virus-removing UF membrane Toray Industries has developed a new polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) ultrafiltration (UF) […]
Read MoreNX Filtration installs nanofiltration pilot at PWN
NX Filtrations Mexpert pilot installation for hollow fiber nanofiltration membranes at PWN. Dutch water utility PWN has selected NX Filtration to start a pilot for the sustainable production of drinking water based on hollow fiber nanofiltration membranes. The NX Filtration pilot installation will first be deployed at PWN’s testing and technology center in Andijk, the […]
Read MoreDuPont launches biofouling prevention technology
The B-Free system can be installed in both new plants and to upgrade existing systems. DuPont has introduced its new B-Free pre-treatment technology that eliminates the effects of biofouling in reverse osmosis (RO) systems, reducing operational costs. Biofouling is one of the most common and severe problems in the operation of an RO system. Unchecked, […]
Read MorePusher centrifuge technology evolves
The entire portfolio of Metris addIQ for filter centrifuges. Particle size distribution in a pusher centrifuge, with and without the use of the Andritz GentleFeeder feeding system. The new Andritz pusher centrifuge ecoOne. A pusher centrifuge is a continuously operating filtration centrifuge used for processing bulk products in the chemical or mineral industries. This article […]
Read MoreCeco Environmental appoints new chief operating officer
Ramesh Nuggihalli has joined Ceco Environmental Corp as the company’s chief operating officer (COO). Reporting to Todd Gleason, Ceco Environmental’s chief executive officer, Nuggihalli will drive the execution of the company’s business lines consistent with strategic plans, including optimizing growth in adjacent markets and advancing Ceco’s productivity and efficiencies. Nuggihalli will also be responsible for […]
Read MorePCI Membranes uses RO to treat landfill leachate
PCI Membranes has proved that tubular reverse osmosis systems are a suitable solution to treat landfill leachate according to the 3R model. PCI Membranes, part of the Filtration Group, has completed a two-week trial and feasibility study for a Scandinavian client and the company was able to prove that tubular reverse osmosis (RO) systems can […]
Read MoreTreatment of greenhouse wastewater for reuse or disposal
Desalination. The research article ‘Treatment of greenhouse wastewater for reuse or disposal using monovalent selective electrodialysis’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 507, 1 July 2021, 115037). Abstract Minimal liquid discharge (MLD) in greenhouses minimizes the volume of discharged wastewater, thereby increasing the volume of effluent that may be reused. Sodium accumulation in wastewater is often […]
Read MoreEvonik launches new PEEK filament
Compared to stainless steel, 3D parts made of INFINAM PEEK 9359 F are approximately 80% lighter and 30% tougher with high levels of fatigue resistance. Evonik has developed a new 3D printable filament based on polyether ether ketone (PEEK), the INFINAM PEEK 9359 F, a high-temperature, chemical-resistant ready-to-use material suitable for the additive manufacturing of […]
Read MoreCamfil opens new filter plant in Taiwan
Camfil’s new plant in Tainan, Taiwan. The launch of Camfil’s new facility in Taiwan. Production has started at Camfil’s new manufacturing plant in Tainan, Taiwan. The new factory, which as an area of more than 4000 sq m, will act as a hub for molecular and particle filtration supporting the growing semiconductor, life science and turbomachinery […]
Read MoreMaking zero-liquid discharge desalination greener
Desalination. The research article ‘Making zero-liquid discharge desalination greener: Utilising low-grade heat and vacuum membrane distillation for the regeneration of volatile draw solutes’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 507, 1 July 2021, 115034). Abstract Desalination is still a rather energy intensive process, and is also associated with the discharge of highly saline and chemically contaminated brine; […]
Read MoreSource facility offers sustainable bottled water
The renewable, sustainable bottled water produced using solar energy and water vapour. Source Global, PBC, manufacturer of commercial and residential filtration systems, has joined forces with The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC) to launch the first renewable, sustainable bottled water produced using solar energy and water vapour. The Source Hydropanel technology uses the power of […]
Read MoreGlanris raises US$2mn to produce filtration media from rice hulls
Glanris media (raw husks and processed). The Glanris kiln. Glanris has raised a US$2 million Series A round from investors Riceland, Pittco Capital, Innova and Sage for what it says is the world’s first green, hybrid water filtration media. The US company’s patented manufacturing process and technology for removing contaminants turn rice hulls into a […]
Read MoreAxius Water platform expands in the UK
Axius Water, the water quality solutions platform created by KKR Global Impact and XPV Water Partners, has acquired ATAC Solutions Ltd, a UK-based wastewater technology and services supplier. ATAC, which fits with Axius Water’s focus on full-service nutrient removal, will serve as a UK base of operations for the broader platform. Founded in 2007, ATAC […]
Read MoreWater filters fight Covid-19 in developing world
The Grifaid Community Filter in use in Honduras. The Grifaid Community Filter, manufactured in the UK by not-for-profit company The Safe Water Trust, is helping to provide people in developing countries with on demand access to safe water for cleaning and drinking in hospitals, clinics and vaccination centres. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) […]
Read MoreSaltworks provides EDR technology in Chile
Saltworks FlexEDR and IonFlux represent the next generation of EDR technology. Saltworks’ electrodialysis reversal technology, FlexEDR, has been selected by a heavy industry client in Chile to recycle its wastewater. The FlexEDR system, which was provided in partnership with Chilean wastewater treatment company, VIGAflow, will use Saltworks’ proprietary IonFlux ion exchange membranes. FlexEDR and IonFlux represent […]
Read MoreSuez adds to large capacity ozone generators
The Ozonia L family includes three new models to cover ozone production ranges up to 60 kg/h (3200 lbs per day). Suez Water Technologies & Solutions has introduced its latest series of large capacity ozone generators, the Ozonia L, which delivers large scale ozone production with a compact footprint, a new web-enabled interface and real-time system […]
Read MoreForward Water’s FO technology at demo stage
Forward Waters pilot plant in Sarnia allows industrial clients to see the process in action. (Image: Grafiks Marketing and Communications & Western Sarnia-Lambton Research Park) Canadian company Forward Water Technologies has now reached the demonstration stage of its forward osmosis (FO) technology at its industrial scale pilot plant in Sarnia in Ontario. The company’s technology […]
Read MoreOptimising the AD circular economy
Microbiology and chemical engineering experts developed the Evogen Biogas Additive at Genesis Biosciences South Wales laboratories. Anaerobic digestion (AD) is fast becoming an integral part of the wastewater treatment process for local authorities and private companies. Microbiologists and chemical engineers at a Cardiff-based biotech company have developed an economical, low carbon footprint solution to optimise […]
Read MoreZwitterCo closes US$5.9mn financing round led by Mann+Hummel Corporate Ventures
ZwitterCo, a fouling-resistant membrane technologies provider, has secured US$5.9 million in Series Seed financing to scale its water treatment and advanced separations solutions. The funding round was led by Mann+Hummel Corporate Ventures in collaboration with R-Cubed Capital Partners, with additional support from Burnt Island Ventures and individual investors. ZwitterCo, a spin out of Tufts University, has […]
Read MoreGrundfos reports solid 2020 results despite Covid-19
Poul Due Jensen, Grundfos CEO and group president. Grundfos has published its 2020 Annual and Sustainability reports. Denmark’s Grundfos has delivered a solid financial performance in 2020 with net turnover of DKK26 340 million and consolidated profit for the year of DKK1931 million. In a challenging year, Grundfos 2020 sales were down 4.4% on 2019 […]
Read MoreThe hybridization of thermally-driven desalination processes
Desalination. The research article ‘The hybridization of thermally-driven desalination processes: The state-of-the-art and opportunities’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 506, 15 June 2021, 115002). Abstract Water scarcity is a global issue that needs to be urgently addressed to alleviate its adverse impacts on social and economic development. Desalination has been touted as an attractive alternative that can sustainably […]
Read MoreXylem and Cityzens Giving water education project
Xylem announced the launch of the project with Cityzens Giving on World Water Day. Xylem has joined forces with City Football Group’s global foundation programme, Cityzens Giving, to empower a network of 100 young leaders to deliver projects that use football to provide vital water education to 5,000 young people in five cities around the world. […]
Read MoreDonaldson introduces dryer for condensate removal
The Ultrapac Smart dryer has three versions, the Superplus, Plus and Standard. The Donaldson Company’s new Ultrapac Smart dryer removes condensate and dries compressed air streams in manufacturing facilities using three stages of separation: filtering, drying and purifying. Highly purified compressed air is critical for food and beverage process applications, like beer, bottled water, milk, […]
Read MoreG2O Water Technologies moves towards commercial applications
UK technology business G2O Water Technologies is preparing for commercial-scale application of its graphene-based water filtration membranes. Following a series of investments and grants totalling approximately £5 million, G2O Water Technologies is moving from product development to externally focused growth. Having relocated to a high-tech campus in North West of England, the company is currently […]
Read MoreToyobo develops hollow fibre FO membrane system
The hollow fibre forward osmosis (FO) membrane reduces the discharge of concentrated seawater and utilises the energy generated within the system. Toyobo has jointly developed an environmentally friendly water treatment system equipped with a hollow fibre forward osmosis (FO) membrane for desalination plants. The company worked with the Abu-Dhabi based Sustainable Water Power Consultants (SWPC) […]
Read MoreMembrane technologies for space engineering
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Membrane technologies for space engineering’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 626, 15 May 2021, 119177). Abstract Space engineering focuses on the design of technical solutions for deep Space exploration. The main requirements, particularly in long-duration manned missions, deal with the minimization of the volume, weight, power […]
Read MoreResearchers develop nitrogen removing biofilters
The nitrogen removing biofilters consist of layers of natural products commonly found across Long Island, such as sand and woodchips. Researchers at the New York State Center for Clean Water Technology (CCWT), part of Stony Brook University, have developed nitrogen removing biofilters to reduce levels of nitrogen in wastewater. Excessive nitrogen causes harmful algal blooms, […]
Read MoreFiltration+Separation current issue
The latest issue has articles about protecting aquatic life on the Great Barrier Reef and a filter crucible which is helping in the fight against microplastics. The latest issue of Filtration+Separation magazine is now available, and highlights include the story of a coastal community which reduced pollutants from waterways before it discharged into a lagoon […]
Read MoreIDA partnership for new speciality conference
The conference will include a visit to the SWCC desalination and technology demonstration facilities.. The International Desalination Association (IDA) will partner with the Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC) – Desalination Technology Research Institute (DTRI) for an international specialty conference on Innovation in Desalination, taking place 27–29 September 2021, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This event will […]
Read MoreProtecting people with collaboration
Metrolink has bolstered its efforts to keep passengers and employees safe by partnering with Purafil, an international air filtration systems specialist. (Image: Metrolink) Together, the companies have worked to install the latest air filters on all train cars to ensure the air that passengers and employees breathe throughout their journey is safer and cleaner. (Image: […]
Read MoreWilo buys Abionik Group
An urban wastewater treatment plant. Image Dmitri Ma/Shutterstock Wilo Group is expanding in water treatment with the acquisition of the Berlin-based Abionik Group from private equity company BID Equity and other shareholders. The Abionik Group includes Martin Systems, Likusta Umwelttechnik, and Steinhardt, which specialise in wastewater and exhaust air treatment as well as rainwater treatment […]
Read MoreFilter cartridge feature for ITT Goulds’ pump
In addition to continuously filtering contaminants from the oil, the filter cartridge also removes damaging water from the bearing oil. ITT Goulds’ redesigned 3700i API 610 OH2 pump is for use in the oil industry and is the first OH2 pump that features the company’s filter cartridge which continuously filters contaminants from oil. In addition to […]
Read MoreFiber length and hollow fiber nanofiltration membrane performance
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Bridging the gap between lab-scale and commercial dimensions of hollow fiber nanofiltration membranes’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 624, 15 April 2021, 119100). Highlights MgSO4 retention by hollow fiber nanofiltration membranes at varying conditions. Significant concentration polarization at industrially relevant conditions. Commonly used mass transfer correlations have […]
Read MoreSUEZ completes its acquisition of Lanxess’ reverse osmosis membrane portfolio
Publication date: February 2021 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2021, Issue 2 Author(s):
Read MoreAmiad launches disc filtration system
The Spin Klin Nova offers greater filtration efficiency and can process larger volumes of water per hour with a smaller system footprint than Amiad’s existing products. Amiad Water Systems’ Spin Klin Nova disc filtration system offers high levels of water filtration efficiency, Cloud-based real-time control and configuration flexibility. The culmination of many years of R&D, […]
Read MoreWater filtration media cleaning
Mark Dunne, co-founder and MD of WasteSURE with the new machinery. Product focus – WasteSURE Media Wash 3 A water filtration media specialist based in Bury, Greater Manchester in the UK, has partnered with the manufacturers of a high yield screening plant to develop a new piece of machinery which removes up to 70% more […]
Read MoreAndritz introduces single-motor pusher centrifuge
The Andritz ecoOne pusher centrifuge has only one powerful motor instead of a separate pusher and drive motor. Andritz has launched the ecoOne, a new pusher centrifuge with a powerful single motor multiple functions for use with bulk chemicals, technical salts and agrochemicals. Traditional centrifuges have separate pusher and drive motors, but the ecoOne pusher […]
Read MoreToray develops virus-removing UF membrane
Toray used phase separation control technology to create a uniformly dense structure alongside its hollow fibre membrane technology. Toray Industries has developed a new polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) ultrafiltration (UF) membrane with a high virus removal rate and high water permeability for water treatment. UF membranes which enhance pathogenic virus removal and water permeability without reducing […]
Read MoreMitsubishi Chemical to consolidate membrane business
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC) is transferring the membrane-related technology development and sales currently undertaken by its subsidiary Mitsubishi Chemical Aqua Solutions Co Ltd (MCAS) to its own operations from 1 April 2021. The aim of this transfer and consolidation is to increase the operational efficiency of the membrane business. Until now, MCC has been responsible […]
Read MoreAdvances in air filtration technologies
Materials Today: Advances The review article ‘Advances in air filtration technologies: structure-based and interaction-based approaches’ has been published in Elsevier journal Materials Today: Advances. Abstract Intensifying air pollution has engendered growing public health concerns due to its broad and adverse effects on humanity. As a result, the development of air filtration technologies has received increased […]
Read MoreOzopure creates autonomous testing system
Ozopure’s OZCAR pilot system enables experiments on a technical scale, with just a 230 V connection and cooling water. Italian manufacturer of ozone generators, Ozopure International, has developed the OZCAR compact pilot system to allow potential customers to find out whether ozone could be right treatment technology for their application. Ozopure has been developing ozone […]
Read MoreGEA wins award for whey separation concept
The IDEAL whey separation concept offered the jury answers to key marketplace issues. The German Agricultural Society (DLG) and its trade partners have recognised GEA at its digital award ceremony on 23 February with the International FoodTec Award in silver for the company’s new IDEAL whey separation concept. This year, the renowned technology prize was […]
Read MoreFlowrox offers complete filtration picture
The Flowrox Smart Cube collects the data. System is configured as read-only, so it is completely safe and cannot disturb the process control in any way. Operators at the filtration plant of Finnish metal producing company Terrafame lacked detailed information about the performance of its tower press filters. A local filtration specialist suggested its Smart […]
Read MoreIDA postpones World Congress until 2022
The 2022 IDA World Congress and Exhibition will provide knowledge-sharing and interaction for participants related to the use of desalination and water reuse solutions. After close consultation with its Australian government partners, the International Desalination Association (IDA) has decided to postpone the 2021 IDA World Congress, which was originally scheduled for 7–11 November 2021 to […]
Read MoreWarden Biomedia MBBR moves to pilot plant trials
KTP Associate Anjani Parsotamo, who researched MBBR technology for her Masters degree at Cranfield. Warden Biomedia’s moving bed biofilm reactor (MBBR) media, designed to give enhanced nutrient removal to meet the challenges of AMP7, is currently being tested at Cranfield University’s National Research Facility for Water and Wastewater Treatment. The MBBR process, which uses specially […]
Read MorePentair appoints chief transformation officer
Adrian Chiu is joining Pentair plc’s executive leadership team as executive vice president, chief transformation officer from 1 March 2021. Chiu currently serves as vice president, Total Rewards and Human Resources Information Systems. In his new role, Chiu will report to John Stauch, Pentair president and CEO. “Adrian has a demonstrated track record of leading […]
Read MoreSPX Flow adds direct drive to centrifuge line
SPX Flows vertical disk stack centrifuges provide high-performance separation and clarification solutions for the dairy and beverage sectors. SPX Flow has expanded its Seital centrifuge line with direct drive models which require less energy and maintenance and take up less space and are designed primarily for use in the dairy and brewing industries. SPX Flow’s […]
Read MoreA compact hybrid batch/semi-batch reverse osmosis (HBSRO) system
Desalination The research article ‘A compact hybrid batch/semi-batch reverse osmosis (HBSRO) system for high-recovery, low-energy desalination’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 504, 15 May 2021, 114976). Abstract Batch reverse osmosis (RO) is a promising approach to high-recovery desalination. It has low energy consumption, but system size increases sharply with recovery because of the need for […]
Read MoreCentrisys to supply sewage sludge thickeners for New Hampshire project
A Centrisys THK350 sewage sludge thickener. Centrisys Corp is providing three sewage sludge thickeners to the US City of Manchester, New Hampshire for the Department of Public Works – Environmental Protection Division’s solids train project. The Centrisys order consists of three THK350 sewage sludge thickeners and upgrades to all existing decanter centrifuge control panels. All of the […]
Read MoreNew filter coating helps fight viruses
The Active Shield filter is designed for indoor air purifiers, for use in cabin air filters in transportation and in industrial filtration settings. The patented technology uses a sonochemical assistant treatment and ultrasound waves to coat filtration media with metal-oxide, giving it antiviral and antibacterial properties. The copper-oxide impregnated into the Active Shield filtration media […]
Read MorePolish ethanol plant selects Whitefox’s membrane technology
BGW Sp zoo, a Polish ethanol producer, is to install a Whitefox ICE membrane dehydration system from Whitefox Technologies at its 108 million litres per year plant in Rbczyn, Poland. The Whitefox system is designed to produce up to 400 000 litres per day of anhydrous ethanol. The project is due to start up towards […]
Read MoreNX Filtration provides NF membranes for Swedish power plant
The dNF installation that produces drinking and process water from highly coloured surface water in Sweden. ProMinent has installed a water treatment system based on NX Filtration’s hollow fiber nanofiltration membranes to produce drinking and process water for the Forsmark power plant in Sweden. The feed water is taken from a local, highly coloured lake […]
Read MoreVeolia to deliver 53 packaged wastewater treatment units to Kuwait
Veolia Water Technologies Gulf is to provide 53 AnoxKaldnes Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) packaged sewage treatment plants for installation throughout Kuwait. The contract, secured from Mohammed Abdulmohsin Al-Kharafi & Sons (Al-Kharafi), covers the supply, supervision, installation and commissioning of the packaged plants. The Veolia technology will enable 40 000 m3 of water to be […]
Read MoreMicrodyn-Nadir launches treatment module
Each module can treat up to 24 m³/day for municipal applications and 12 m³/day for industrial applications. Microdyn-Nadir, the Membrane Solutions segment of Mann+Hummel has introduced its BIO-CEL EASY, a packaged, standalone wastewater treatment module equipped with membrane bioreactor (MBR) technology. The modules are for use at airports, hotels, hospitals, and other similarly-sized establishments that […]
Read MoreOptimization framework for the design of reverse osmosis desalination plants
The research article ‘An optimization framework for the design of reverse osmosis desalination plants under food-energy-water nexus considerations’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 503, 1 May 2021, 114937), Abstract Due to a growing population, globally depleting water supplies, as well as the effects of climate change, demands for water are ever increasing. Reverse osmosis desalination […]
Read MoreOur top filtration stories in January
Filtration+Separation’s most-read stories in January 2021 include our coronavirus coverage, Valmet’s new marine water treatment technology and Porvair’s high flow industrial HEPA filters. 1. Covid-19: How the filtration and separation industry is responding Face masks, respirators, meltblown production, donations and more. 2. Valmet introduces marine water treatment The new advanced Valmet marine water […]
Read MoreH2O Innovation expands in membrane chemicals
H2O Innovation Inc has acquired the remaining 76% of the issued and outstanding shares of Spain’s Genesys Membrane Products SL (GMP). The Canadian company already had a 24% stake in GMP through the 2019 acquisition of the UK’s Genesys. GMP started out as the technical service partner of Genesys, and over the years has developed […]
Read MoreVeolia builds new mobile water services facility in Germany
Render of the new facility in Heinsberg. Veolia Water Technologies is investing €20 million in a new regeneration and recycling service centre with mobile water treatment technologies and assets in Heinsberg, near Düsseldorf, Germany. The facility, which will regenerate and recycle the resins used in the mobile water treatment process, will support operations and customers […]
Read MoreThe environmental impact of polymeric membrane production
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Assessment of the environmental impact of polymeric membrane production’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 622, 15 March 2021, 118987). Abstract Polymeric membranes are important in advanced separation technologies because of their high efficiency and low environmental impact. However, procedures for membrane production are far from sustainable […]
Read MoreEnergy Recovery wins second contract award
The new Ultra PX energy recovery device will support the industrial wastewater treatment of a natural gas plant in the Sichuan Province of China. Following its first contract to support the operations of a chemical manufacturer in central India, Energy Recovery has announced a second contract award for its new Ultra PX energy recovery device, […]
Read MoreUAE sustainable water awards open for entries
The third cycle of the UAE Water Aid Foundation’s (Suqia UAE) water innovation awards has opened for registrations offering total funds of US$1 million for solutions to the challenges of water scarcity. The biennial award consists of four award categories including Projects, Individuals, Research & Development and the newly created Innovative Crisis Solutions award. The […]
Read MoreWeir finalizes sale of Oil & Gas division to Caterpillar
The Weir Group plc has completed the sale of its Oil & Gas division to Caterpillar Inc for an enterprise value of US$405 million. Weir’s joint venture partner in Saudi Arabia-based Arabian Metals Co (AMCO) is buying the UK company’s 49% stake in AMCO. As a result, the cash proceeds from the sale of the Oil & […]
Read MoreTMC Compressors to supply filter systems for Bacalhau FPSO
Norway’s TMC Compressors is providing a marine compressed air system for the Bacalhau floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel that is being built for the energy company Equinor. TMC will supply the FPSO’s complete compressed air system consisting of several large offshore screw compressors, air dryers and filter systems. “This is a major FPSO […]
Read MoreXylem recognised for LGBTQ workplace equality
The Human Rights Campaign Foundations 2021 Corporate Equality Index. Xylem has earned a 100% rating on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2021 Corporate Equality Index, a US benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality. Xylem is one of 767 US businesses that earned top marks this year. “At […]
Read MoreSulzer closes acquisition of Nordic Water
Nordic Water is now a Sulzer brand. Image copyright Sulzer. Sulzer has completed its SEK1.2 billion acquisition of Nordic Water, the Swedish supplier of water treatment technology. Gothenburg-headquartered Nordic Water provides screening, sedimentation and filtration solutions for municipal and industrial water and wastewater applications. “Nordic Water brings a broad application suite of primary, secondary and tertiary […]
Read MoreAtlas Copco blower technology for industrial ETPs
Atlas Copcos ZS VSD+ rotary screw blowers deliver 100% oil-free, pulsation-free air for industrial effluent treatment plants. Filter backwashing at a wastewater treatment plant. A sequence batch reactor at a wastewater treatment plant. Requirements for water diffused aeration and filter backwashing in industrial effluent treatment plants are particularly stringent. The cleaning of process waste or […]
Read More9th Ecosperity Innovations Call for Proposals
9th Ecosperity Innovations Call for Proposals Temasek Foundation champions sustainability and innovative solutions to improve liveability in an abc World of active and productive economies, beautiful and inclusive societies, and a clean and cool earth. Through the Ecosperity Innovations Call for Proposals, we fund and support ideas and innovations for actual application through commercialisation and […]
Read MoreThe Liveability Challenge 2021
Submissions deadline: 15 April 2021, 11:59pm (GMT +8, Singapore Time) The Liveability Challenge is a global initiative that hunts for and accelerates the adoption of innovative solutions to urban challenges of the 21st century in cities in the tropics. With more than 50 billion tonnes of carbon emissions released into the atmosphere annually, we need revolutionary ideas […]
Read MoreIon exchange membranes efficiently desalinate and treat groundwater
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Read MoreTop 10 Filtration+Separation business stories of 2020
1. 3D illustration of Covid-19 under the microscope. Image Andrii Vodolazhskyi/Shutterstock. 3. Freudenberg’s Collectex face mask. 5. A sewn face mask with Hollingsworth & Vose filtration media. In a year dominated by the coronavirus pandemic, it is no surprise to find that our Covid-19-related coverage featured strongly in the most popular business news stories on the Filtration+Separation […]
Read MoreRecent advances in flow-electrode capacitive deionization
Desalination. The research article ‘Improving the feasibility and applicability of flow-electrode capacitive deionization (FCDI): Review of process optimization and energy efficiency’ has been published in the Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 502, 15 April 2021, 114930). Abstract Flow-electrode capacitive deionization (FCDI) is a new electrochemical-based desalination technology that addresses the limitations of preceding CDI processes through the use of […]
Read MoreFlowrox introduces floating aerator
The turbine surface aerator aerates wastewater or natural water in large and shallow basins by efficiently transferring and dispersing oxygen into the wastewater. Flowrox has strengthened its Environmental Technologies product family with the introduction of its floating aerator for industrial and municipal wastewater. The turbine surface aerator aerates wastewater or natural water in large and […]
Read MoreAqua free & Lufthansa develop two-stage filtration
The company says the PuriFLY water filtration system removes 99.99999% of all known germs and bacteria and can be retrofitted in most existing commercial aircraft types. German water hygiene specialist Aqua free and Lufthansa Technik have jointly developed a two-stage water filtration system called PuriFLY to ensure increased quality and hygiene of drinking water on […]
Read MoreOhio Transmission Corp acquires JCI Industries
Ohio Transmission Corp (OTC) has bought JCI Industries, a provider of pumps, motors, controls, wastewater treatment equipment, field service and remanufacturing to commercial, industrial and environmental customers in the US Midwest. Headquartered in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, JCI Industries has seven sales and field service locations in Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Arkansas and approximately 150 […]
Read MoreBHS-Sonthofen establishes Process Technology division
Detlef Steidl, managing director of BHS-Sonthofen Process Technology. Volker Spies, managing director of BHS-Sonthofen Process Technology. Germany’s BHS-Sonthofen is bringing together its process expertise in filtration, mixing, drying, granulation, sterilization and reaction in the newly created Process Technology division. Since 1 January 2021, AVA GmbH & Co KG and the Filtration Technology division have been […]
Read MoreDESMI receives IMO & USCG approval of Bulker BWMS
DESMI Ocean Guards tailor-made solution enables the CompactClean system to be configured with any combination of its approved filters and UV units. DESMI Ocean Guard has announced that a new configuration of its CompactClean Ballast Water Management System (BWMS) has been approved by both the US Coast Guard and the Danish Maritime Authority. CompactClean Bulker […]
Read MoreDuperon releases latest bar screening system
The FlexRake IQ Series, has been designed to maximise wastewater treatment plant resilience by adapting to changing conditions. Duperon’s next generation bar screening line, the FlexRake IQ Series, has been designed to maximise wastewater treatment plant resilience by adapting to changing conditions. The FlexRake IQ and the FlexRake IQ2 retain the features of the company’s […]
Read MoreKIT scientists investigate osmotic backwashing
Yang-Hui Cai from the IAMT at KIT using a filtration experiment to investigate the efficacy of the naturally occurring osmotic backwash process for cleaning deposits. (Image: Andrea Schäfer, KIT) Researchers from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have been examining natural cleaning processes for photovoltaic-operated membrane filter systems to help provide more clean drinking water […]
Read MoreHydro International wins 5-year framework with Anglian Water
Hydro International has won a framework agreement with the UK’s Anglian Water to maintain inlet screens and screenings handling equipment. The five-year agreement, which has the potential to extend for a further three years, started on 1 January 2021 and is being delivered by Hydro International’s UK Wastewater Services team, M&N Electrical Services. The M&N […]
Read MoreSealing success in a ‘continuous loop’ system
A sugar refinery saved £181,000 a year by installing dual mechanical seals with a water management system. A continuous loop water management system constantly recycles seal flush water. The EasyClean seal support vessel supports high standards of hygiene. The need to conserve water is becoming increasingly urgent and food and drink producers are under pressure […]
Read MoreNew developments in membranes for bioprocessing
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘New developments in membranes for bioprocessing – A review’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 620, 15 February 2021, 118804). Abstract Membrane systems play an essential role in the production of all biopharmaceuticals. This includes initial clarification of cell culture fluid by both depth filtration and tangential flow […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval secures SEK75mn decanter order in Singapore
Alfa Laval has won a SEK75 million order to supply decanters to a wastewater treatment plant in Singapore. The decanters will be used for dewatering and thickening of domestic and industrial sludge in the water reclamation plant. The order has been booked in the Decanters unit of Alfa Laval’s Food & Water division. Delivery is […]
Read MoreH2O Innovation awarded industrial and wastewater contracts worth C$3.2mn
H2O Innovation Inc has secured an engineering contract on a capital equipment project for the largest electric vehicle manufacturer in the US, as well as four new municipal and industrial capital equipment projects. These new contracts, together worth C$3.2 million, bring H2O Innovation’s Water Technologies & Services (WTS) sales backlog to C$37.1 million. Under the […]
Read MoreValmet introduces marine water treatment
The introduction of the Valmet marine water treatment is part of Valmets continuous development work for the marine industry. The new advanced Valmet marine water treatment technology for its marine scrubber system and exhaust gas recirculation system meets the International Maritime Organization (IMO) guidelines for the marine industry. Part of Valmet’s continuous development of marine […]
Read MoreEvoqua buys Ultrapure’s industrial water business in Houston and Dallas
Evoqua Water Technologies has acquired the industrial water business of Ultrapure & Industrial Services LLC, based out of Houston and Dallas, Texas, USA. Ultrapure’s industrial operations focus on water purification services and equipment, serving the healthcare, laboratory, power, microelectronics, food and beverage, oil and gas, commercial and manufacturing markets. Water treatment products and services include service deionization, […]
Read MoreOrganic solvent resistant materials for membrane separations
Chemosphere The review article ‘Recent developments of organic solvent resistant materials for membrane separations’ has been published in Chemosphere (Volume 271, May 2021, 129425). Abstract Solute purification, solvent recovery, solvent separation in organic solvents are more and more widely used in the chemical industries, pharmaceuticals and food processing. Fast and efficient separations can be realized using membrane separation […]
Read MoreAhlbrandt releases modular Ozone Converter CAP
As requirements and production conditions change, the catalyst volume is adapted to the exhaust volume of the installed corona surface treatment system. Baldwin Technology’s Ahlbrandt brand which provides corona, rotor spray and drying technology for industries including food packaging and textiles, has launched the highly efficient Ozone Converter Catalytic Air Purifier (CAP), which cleans exhaust […]
Read MoreSartorius to acquire Novasep’s chromatography equipment division
Sartorius Stedim Biotech has entered into an agreement to acquire Novasep’s chromatography process equipment division. The Novasep chromatography division comprises resin-based batch and intensified chromatography systems, and primarily focuses on high-pressure, multi-use applications for smaller molecules, such as oligonucleotides, peptides and insulin. The division, which employs around 100 people in France, the USA, China and […]
Read MoreVFE testing shows efficacy of Porex materials
The VFE testing showed that Porex materials effectively help to protect healthcare workers and patients from aerosol-based viruses in medical settings. The Porex Corporation, manufacturer of porous polymers, has pioneered the use of viral filtration efficiency (VFE) testing methods and tested its own materials used in medical device design. The Porex components were able to […]
Read MoreWarden’s high surface area filter success
With a spherical design and surface area of 310 m²/m³, Biomarble has the highest surface area of the three spherical designs in the Warden Biomedia filter range. Warden Biomedias SAF300N5 modular treatment plant was selected. When a water and wastewater specialist was commissioned to design and build a wastewater treatment plant for a project at […]
Read MoreApplication of membrane separation processes in phosphorus recovery
Science of the Total Environment. The review article ‘Application of membrane separation processes in phosphorus recovery: A review’ has been published in the journal Science of The Total Environment (Volume 767, 1 May 2021, 144346). Abstract The depletion of phosphorus resources and the excess discharge of phosphorus into waste streams are contrasting problems. The key to solving both […]
Read MoreMann+Hummel celebrates 80th anniversary
2021 marks the 80th anniversary of German filtration specialist Mann+Hummel. Founded in 1941, the family-owned Ludwigsburg-headquartered company now employs around 22 000 people at more than 80 locations and had a 2019 turnover of €4.2 billion. Products include air filter systems, intake systems, liquid filters, technical plastic parts, filter media, cabin filters, industrial filters and […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval acquires US beer technology company
Alfa Laval has bought Sandymount, a US-based company with a patented membrane technology to concentrate beer. Sandymount’s patented membrane technology, Revos™, enables beer producers to deliver high quality beer in concentrated form. Alfa Laval says that the technology will strengthen its position in sustainable beer production. “This new technology is a valuable complement to Alfa […]
Read MoreSulzer to buy Sweden’s Nordic Water
Sulzer AG has signed a binding agreement to acquire Swedish water treatment technology company Nordic Water in a SEK1.2 deal. Nordic Water provides screening, sedimentation and filtration solutions for municipal and industrial water and wastewater applications. Headquartered in Gothenburg, the company employs 200 people at 13 sites in six countries. 2021 sales are expected to […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters launches LGP coalescer
SupaSep LGP is designed to provide exceptional efficiency and drainage performance essential to many high-flow filtration and separation processes. Amazon Filters has launched SupaSep LGP, the latest of its liquid-gas coalescers, designed to support critical filtration processes across the worldwide oil and gas industries. The new filters can be supplied complete in a bespoke housing […]
Read MoreCerahelix consolidates operations in Bangor
The move will enable onsite end-to-end production and assembly. Ceramic nanofiltration membrane technology specialist Cerahelix Inc has relocated its corporate headquarters to its manufacturing facility at the Bangor Innovation Center in Bangor, Maine, USA. The move brings together all of the company’s key functions including research & development, applications, engineering and manufacturing. The 6000 sq ft […]
Read MoreEvaluation of membranes for microplastic removal
The research article ‘Evaluation of membranes performance for microplastic removal in a simple and low-cost filtration system’ has been published in the journal Case Studies in Chemical and Environmental Engineering. Abstract The ubiquitous presence of microplastics (MPs) in the environment has become a major challenge in recent years. One of the main concerns is the eco-toxicological […]
Read MoreEaton takes the strain under high pressure
The Kraftwerke Oberhasli AG power plant (KWO) can generate energy on demand at any time using water dammed in the Grimselsee, 1909 m above sea level. (Image: Shutterstock) The Eaton Model 2596 automatic self-cleaning strainer is designed for continuous, uninterrupted removal of entrained solids from liquids in pipeline systems. Eaton Model 2596 automatic self-cleaning strainer […]
Read MoreSuez finalises acquisition of Lanxess’s membrane business
Suez has completed the purchase of the reverse osmosis (RO) membrane product line from specialty chemical company Lanxess. “This acquisition allows us to meet a rapidly growing need for brackish water RO membranes with a product that complements our existing technology portfolio,” said Yuvbir Singh, CEO of Suez’s Water Technologies & Solutions business unit. “I’d […]
Read MorePentair acquires Rocean
Pentair plc has bought Be the Change Labs Inc, which does business as Rocean, a provider of counter top filtration solutions. Rocean’s smart filtration devices help reduce the need for single use plastic bottles in homes and businesses. “This acquisition further advances our strategy to expand our core water treatment products in the residential and […]
Read MoreRivertrace publishes new white paper
The white paper includes insight into the evolution of smart water quality monitoring technology and electronic reporting methods. As digital technology continuously changes the international shipping industry and ship operation, specialist in oil in water quality monitoring technology, Rivertrace, has published a new white paper on digitalisation. The paper includes insight into the evolution of […]
Read MoreTests begin on technology to remove contaminants
The PFAS compounds extracted from the ground are destroyed using ultraviolet light and oxidation technology inside a special container. (Image: EnChem Engineering Inc.) Hydrogeologist Professor Thomas Boving from the University of Rhode Island in the US and colleagues at EnChem Engineering Inc. are testing a new technology which quickly removes and destroys hazardous chemical compounds […]
Read MorePartnership aims to improve access to clean, safe and sustainable water in India
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Read MoreDuPont MABR modules are used to upgrade Severn Trent wastewater treatment facility
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Read More[Call for Proposals] Funding for Joint R&D Projects between Singapore and Israel Companies
Singapore-Israel Industrial R&D Foundation (SIIRD) has opened the call for proposals for Joint R&D Projects between Singapore and Israeli companies. SIIRD provides up to US$1M in funding for joint R&D projects and is open to all technological sectors. We would like to invite your company to apply for this joint innovation call, which closes on […]
Read MoreSevern Trent Water selects Suez’s ZeeLung to meet ammonia targets
Severn Trent Water has installed Suez’s ZeeLung Membrane Aerated Biofilm Reactor (MABR) technology at its Spernal sewage treatment works (STW) in Redditch, Worcestershire, UK. The ZeeLung installation, at Severn Trent Water’s Resource Recovery and Innovation Centre at the Spernal STW, will treat a hydraulic capacity of approximately 5800 m3/d. It was designed to upgrade one lane […]
Read MoreSuez unveils digital advanced analytic
SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions has introduced Empower, the first of several new analytics that will launch over the next year which uses real-time data from customer assets to help operators identify fouling in steam surface condensers. Using raw data from SUEZ’s InSight platform, Empower analyses the efficiency of the surface condenser based on customer needs […]
Read MoreGoudsmit develops new series of separators
Goudsmit Magnetics’ latest magnetic drum separators are designed for the intake of foodstuffs and can remove ferrous particles and weakly magnetic particles as small as 0.03 mm from free-falling granular products. The demands on magnetic force and material certifications have led to this modified design. The drum magnet, which is made entirely of stainless steel, […]
Read MoreInteraction of water droplets with soluble filter cakes
Separation and Purification Technology The research article ‘Interaction of water droplets with soluble filter cakes in gas cleaning applications’ has been published in the journal Separation and Purification Technology. Abstract In surface filtration processes, particles are collected on the upstream face side of the filter and form a filter cake. In commonly studied processes for the […]
Read MoreSartorius acquires filtration specialist WaterSepBioSeparations
Sartorius has bought US purification expert WaterSep BioSeparations LLC through Sartorius Stedim Biotech. Marlborough, Massachusetts-based WaterSep BioSeparations manufactures hollow-fiber membrane devices and pre-sterilized assemblies for upstream and downstream biopharmaceutical applications. WaterSep BioSeparations’ technology is especially suited to gene and cell therapy applications, vaccine production and intensified bioprocessing. The privately-owned company employs around 15 people and is expected to […]
Read MoreSuez secures SRU contract from Modec
Modec Offshore Production Systems has awarded a multi-million dollar contract to Suez Water Treatment & Technologies to supply a seawater injection system including sulphate removal technology (SRU). The equipment will be used onboard a converted floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel that Modec is constructing for Woodside Energy (as operator of the Rufisque Offshore, […]
Read MoreAGC offers high strength ion exchange membranes
FORBLUE SELEMION cation and anion exchange membranes use less energy than traditional evaporation technology. The FORBLUE SELEMION cation and anion exchange membranes from AGC Chemicals Americas are specifically designed for groundwater desalination and treatment because they use less energy than traditional evaporation technology. A variety of Selemion membranes are available from AGC, depending on application […]
Read MoreLANXESS adds new ion exchange resins to portfolio
The new Lewatit PH 1074 HEP is for the decolorisation of fermentation broths and sugar and the purification and intermediate storage of heparin. Specialty chemicals company LANXESS is extending its portfolio to include the new Lewatit PH 1074 HEP, designed for the decolorisation of fermentation broths and sugar and the purification and intermediate storage of […]
Read MoreNitrate, arsenic and fluoride removal from brackish groundwater
Water Research The research article ‘Nitrate, arsenic and fluoride removal by electrodialysis from brackish groundwater’ has been published in the journal Water Research. Abstract Nitrate, arsenic and fluoride are some of the most hazardous elements contaminating groundwater resources. In this work, the impact of operative (flowrate, electric potential) and water quality (salinity, contaminant feed concentration, pH) […]
Read MoreGreat Barrier Reef gets data upgrade
CRC collaborated with James Cook University in Queensland and other partners to commission a network of environmental sensors in Saltwater Creek to obtain real-time water quality and flow data. The world’s largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef, supports many species but is at risk from pollution and climate change. Coastal communities are exploring […]
Read MoreHarnessing the power of nature
A top view of one of the BiomPod aerobic tanks showing the aquatic plants used including papyrus. (Image: Mrüna) One of the sites where Mrünas technology is used, in the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon, where UNICEF run an informal settlement for forcibly displaced people. (Image: Mrüna) Mrünas IoT enabled app-based secure asset management system. (Image: […]
Read MoreRensa acquires US air filtration company
Rensa Filtration has acquired Air Filters Inc (AFI), a Texas, USA-based full-line filtration manufacturer. AFI specialises in custom and high-volume manufacturing to meet any air filtration need, from filters to custom parts. Products include pleated air filters and HEPA filters as well as a complete line of Aire-Loc fore-market metal HVAC and HEPA housings. AFI’s […]
Read MoreNX Filtration to provide membranes for Indonesian drinking water plant
The local Masjid river that will be turned into a valuable source for the supply of drinking water for the city of Dumai. NX Filtration is supplying its hollow fiber nanofiltration membranes for the Dumai City Water Treatment Plant in Indonesia. The nanofiltration system for the city of Dumai on the island of Sumatra will […]
Read MoreLiqTech launches UF membrane with ceramic material
The new hybrid technology membrane is made of silicon carbide and zirconium dioxide and has a pore size of 60 nm. After several years of development and testing, Danish company LiqTech has released a filter membrane based on a new hybrid technology where multiple ceramic materials are combined in one membrane for water and liquid […]
Read MoreISO updates standards for irrigation wastewater
Treating wastewater to make it available for other uses such as irrigation is an important solution for water scarcity, but can pose risks to health and the environment if water quality and methods of treatment are not appropriate. (Image: Shutterstock) ISO has a series of standards to facilitate the safe and effective treatment of wastewater […]
Read MoreSubmerged nanofiltration for direct drinking water treatment
Chemosphere The research article ‘Submerged nanofiltration without pre-treatment for direct advanced drinking water treatment’ has been published in the journal Chemosphere. Abstract Membrane fouling is a major challenge toward achieving direct nanofiltration (NF) treatment of surface water. This study aimed to evaluate the potential of the novel submerged flat-sheet NF membrane module to achieve low fouling […]
Read MoreModel filter system shows removal of antibiotics
The prototype of the filter system that can remove antibiotics from wastewater. (Image: Daniel Ashworth, University of California-Riverside (UCR). Microbiologist Mark Ibekwe, from the US Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and soil chemist Daniel Ashworth from the University of California-Riverside (UCR) have designed a model for an economical filter system which can remove antibiotics from wastewater. […]
Read MoreSolar desalination contest recognises Purdue team
Assistant professor David Warsinger and members of his research group’s Membrane Distillation Subteam. (Image : Purdue University) A team led by an assistant professor of mechanical engineering, David Warsinger, at Purdue University in Indiana, has reached the quarter finals of the US Department of Energy’s $9 million Solar Desalination Prize. The Purdue team, which includes […]
Read MoreSaltworks’ pilot shows 99% freshwater recovery
Saltworks’ pilot at a wastewater treatment plant is currently demonstrating 99% freshwater recovery on cooling tower blowdown (CTB). Saltworks Technologies has reported that a substantial pilot at a wastewater treatment plant is currently demonstrating 99% freshwater recovery on cooling tower blowdown (CTB). CTB enters the treatment plant nearly saturated in scaling ions, limiting recovery to […]
Read MoreUnderstanding the feedstock with Valin
Industrial compressed air filters. (Image: AdobeStock) An automatic treatment and filtration of drinking water system. (Image: AdobeStock) The only way to achieve a specified purity levels is to select and install proper filtration, with the job intended and the task fully understood. Norman Hall, Filtration Business Unit Manager for Valin Corporation, suggests a correct approach. […]
Read MoreAquaporin introduces first home water purifier
ZERO is a compact reverse osmosis water filtration system which provides clean drinking water directly from the tap. Aquaporin’s new under-the-sink home water purifier, ZERO, is a compact reverse osmosis water filtration system which provides clean drinking water directly from the tap, without electricity or a pump/control unit and no need for an external storage […]
Read MoreCarlsberg protects shared water resources in India
The Water Distribution Centre will provide clean drinking water for a town of 4,000 people in the Sundarbans in West Bengal, India. The Carlsberg Group has announced a partnership with Dutch company Desolenator, which has developed solar thermal sustainable water purification technology to create clean drinking water for a town of 4,000 people in the Sundarbans […]
Read MoreSeawater desalination technology in China
Desalination The research article ‘Seawater desalination technology and engineering in China: A review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 498, 15 January 2021, 114728). Abstract Insufficient clean freshwater has exacerbated water scarcity in China, especially in southern coastal regions where the economy is active and highly populated. Seawater is an important supplement of water source in […]
Read MorePrivate equity firm acquires Newterra Group
Chicago-based private equity firm Frontenac Co has acquired Canada’s Newterra Group Ltd from shareholders including institutional investors XPV Water Partners and Angeleno Group LLC. Newterra designs, engineers, manufactures and services modular treatment solutions for water, wastewater, stormwater and groundwater. The portfolio of brands includes Cochrane, TIGG, Aeration Industries, StormwateRx, MicroClear Membranes, EPRO and Newterra. Technologies […]
Read MoreBiological activated carbon filters for micropollutant removal
The research article ‘Implications of biological activated carbon filters for micropollutant removal in wastewater treatment’ has been published in the journal Water Research. Abstract Granulated Activated Carbon (GAC) filtration is a common process for advanced wastewater treatment. In such filters, the removal of organic substances results from adsorptive as well as biological processes. This work investigated the […]
Read MoreLinde & Evonik offer hydrogen separation
Hydrogen, as a zero-emission fuel, is paving the way for climate-friendly forms of mobility. (Image: Linde) Linde and Evonik Industries have combined different technologies to create a fully integrated, holistic solution which can extract hydrogen from natural gas pipeline networks. Use of the existing natural gas infrastructure to transport hydrogen is garnering much interest and […]
Read MoreToray to provide membranes for desal plants in Bahrain and UAE
Japan’s Toray Industries Inc has secured orders to supply reverse osmosis (RO) membranes for the Al Dur 2 Desalination Plant in Bahrain and the Umm Al Quwain Desalination Plant in the United Arab Emirates. Toray Membrane Middle East LLC (TMME) based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia will supply the RO membranes and provide technical services to […]
Read MoreComposites offer a greener future
The Graphene Flagships multidisciplinary team has already demonstrated the potential of integrating graphene and layered materials into composites for vehicles to make them lighter. GRAPHIL filters work as a simple microfiltration membrane and fulfil the need to remove toxins from Europes water. Composites and coatings are one of the most versatile areas of graphene technology. […]
Read MoreXylem podcast begins second series
The second series of Xylem’s Solving Water podcast is entitled Through the Water Cycle. Solving Water, Xylem’s podcast, has started its second series, entitled Through the Water Cycle, which addresses water industry issues such as the shifting economic arena, impacts of Covid-19 and the opportunities for water utilities. A special three-part programme, Making These Extraordinary […]
Read MoreCerahelix appoints new VP of sales
Fred Wiesler, VP of sales at Cerahelix. Fred Wiesler has joined US ceramic nanofiltration membrane specialist Cerahelix Inc as vice president of sales. Wiesler brings more than 30 years of experience to the Maine-based Cerahelix. Prior to joining the company, he served as global commercial manager at DuPont Water Solutions, where he directed the global […]
Read MorePG Flow Solutions wins BWTS orders
The PG-Hyde ballast water treatment system. Norway’s PG Flow Solutions is to supply ballast water treatment systems (BWTS) to seven offshore support vessels. PG Flow Solutions will provide five 250 m3/h and two 1000 m3/h, IMO and USCG approved PG-Hyde ballast water treatment systems. The PG-Hyde BWTS is based on medium pressure UV technology in […]
Read MoreToray Membrane USA partners with M|MBR Systems
Toray Membrane USA Inc (TMUS) and M|MBR Systems LLC, a service provider of flat-sheet membrane bioreactor (MBR) systems, have entered into an exclusive supply agreement covering MBR retrofit applications. The new partnership will integrate both companies’ expertise and deliver MBR solutions to the municipal and industrial markets, focusing on upgrading older membrane technologies. M|MBR specialises […]
Read MoreKoch Separation Solutions buys dairy technology company Relco
Koch Separation Solutions (KSS) has acquired Relco, a provider of process technologies for the dairy and food industry. KSS is looking to meet market needs through the vertical integration of its membrane filtration and ion exchange capabilities with Relco’s evaporation, spray-drying and crystallization processes. “We believe that separation challenges in the dairy, food, and other industries […]
Read MoreSiltbuster’s modular water treatment systems
Rich Matthews is MD at Siltbuster Process Solutions. A complete temporary treatment works installed to enable the Wessex Water site to take existing assets offline and refurbish. Treatment solution installed at a food factory to meet sewer consent as production increases. A water treatment solution . Like most global water industries today, the UK’s is […]
Read MoreIonised graphene oxide membranes for seawater desalination
Desalination The research article ‘Ionised graphene oxide membranes for seawater desalination’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 496, 15 December 2020, 114637). Abstract The graphene oxide (GO) membrane has recently emerged as a promising material for nanofiltration. However, its application in seawater desalination is limited because of the comparatively low ion rejection performance. The ionisation of […]
Read MorePall webcast examines sterile gas filtration
Protecting food and beverage production from airborne pathogens is vital to ensure product quality. (Image: Shutterstock) Pall Food & Beverage will hold a webcast on 19 November entitled Sterile Gas Filtration in Critical Food & Beverage Applications. Protecting food and beverage production from airborne pathogens is vital to ensure product quality. Sterilising grade gas filters […]
Read MoreCamfil introduces predictive analysis
The PowerEye engine provides specialised analysis using Camfils proprietary filtration knowledge base. Camfil Power Systems’ PowerEye is an advanced predictive analytics service that quantifies the impact of ambient conditions on the performance of air inlet filtration and combustion turbines and gives actionable maintenance recommendations. PowerEye analytics provides turbine performance data, predicts day-ahead power output, shows […]
Read MoreMetso Outotec launches filter optimiser
The filter optimiser improves the PF filter performance by enabling more precise control over the solid/liquid separation process. Metso Outotec has introduced a filter optimiser which boosts the performance of its Larox PF filter in mining and chemical industry processes. The filter optimiser improves the PF filter performance by enabling more precise control over the solid/liquid separation […]
Read MoreEvoqua’s UV generator improves water treatment works
Derwent Reservoir bordering County Durham and Northumberland. (Image: Shutterstock) The filter outlet pipework at Mosswood prior to the Wafer UV system installation. Evoquas proposed solution was to install a compact Wafer UV generator into the outlet of each of the twelve rapid gravity filters. The modified filter outlet pipework at Mosswood after the compact Wafer […]
Read MoreTemasek Foundation SMF Research Grant Programme 11th Grant Call
Dear Friends of Temasek Foundation, We are pleased to announce that the Temasek Foundation SMF Research 11th Grant Call is now open for applications! The Temasek Foundation SMF Research Grant is awarded through a competitive grant call, which is open for applications once a year from November to January. Research areas supported centre on […]
Read MoreCerahelix appoints new CEO
Bill Paulus, the new CEO of Cerahelix. William (Bill) Paulus has been named chief executive officer of Cerahelix Inc, the ceramic nanofiltration technology specialist. Paulus, who joined Maine-based Cerahelix earlier this year as chief operating officer, will oversee the company’s plans to accelerate growth and advance the use of ceramic nanofiltration to solve often complex […]
Read MoreMann+Hummel invests in membrane startup ZwitterCo
Mann+Hummel has made an investment in ZwitterCo, a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based early stage company focused on membrane solutions for organic-heavy waste streams. The Mann+Hummel Corporate Ventures investment will help to commercialise ZwitterCo’s technology for wastewater treatment. ZwitterCo’s zwitterionic membrane chemistry offers fouling resistance, even in streams with a significant amount of oil and organic content. The […]
Read MoreEvoqua buys US water service and equipment company
Publication date: October 2020 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2020, Issue 10 Author(s):
Read MoreKSS forms partnership with SAF International
Publication date: October 2020 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2020, Issue 10 Author(s):
Read MoreIDA opens World Congress 2021 booking platform
The IDA World Congress and exhibition will take place from 711 November 2021 in Sydney, Australia. The International Desalination Association (IDA) has recently announced that the exhibition booking platform for the IDA World Congress 2021 is now open. The congress and exhibition will take place from 7–11 November 2021 in Sydney, Australia, a decade on from […]
Read MoreHybrid technologies: The future of energy efficient desalination
Desalination The research paper ‘Hybrid technologies: The future of energy efficient desalination – A review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 495, 1 December 2020, 114659). Abstract Further reduction in energy consumption is an attractive prospect for both well-established technologies such as reverse osmosis and electrodialysis, and for emerging desalination technologies struggling to reach […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters reveals manganese removal success
David Ridealgh, marketing manager, Amazon Filters, will discuss the benefits of substituting cartridge filtration for traditional sand beds to remove manganese. The use of cartridge filters to remove manganese from the municipal water supply is the focus of a presentation by David Ridealgh, marketing manager, Amazon Filters, at the Dwr Cymru Welsh Water Innovation Event, […]
Read MoreXylem helps produce beer from wastewater
By using new technologies to treat existing wastewater more thoroughly, it can be turned into a reliable and safe water supply for many uses. (Image: Shutterstock) Xylem has partnered with the University of Calgary’s Advancing Canadian Water Assets (ACWA) and the Village Brewery to produce Alberta’s first beer made with treated wastewater. Part of the […]
Read MoreStopping leaks with Xylem’s digital solutions
A modern city skyline and illustration of a smart network concept. A remote monitoring system. 29682Xylems Sensus 640 Smart Meters A 640C Sensus Smart Meter from Xylem. Under increasing pressure to conserve water reserves and cut leaks, many water companies are turning to digitisation to deliver a solution. Cloud-based technology will enable them to revolutionise […]
Read MoreNanocomposite pervaporation membranes for desalination
The research article ‘Nanocomposite pervaporation membrane for desalination’ has been published in Elsevier journal Chemical Engineering Research and Design (Volume 164, December 2020, Pages 147-161). Abstract Desalination via pervaporation has been considered as an attractive membrane process for obtaining clean water from non-potable saline sources, which has advantages, i.e., it is superior in salt rejection and has the […]
Read MoreSofi Filtration closes €3mn funding round
Finland’s Sofi Filtration Oy, a Loudspring Oyj portfolio company, has closed a €3 million funding round led by Emerald Technology Ventures and joined by Voima Ventures. A secondary transaction was also conducted with selected investors including Loudspring. Loudspring’s fully diluted ownership of Sofi Filtration is now 20.9% compared with 24.7% prior to the investment and […]
Read MoreMann+Hummel wins largest-ever Bio-Cel MBR order
The Bio-Cel L-2. Mann+Hummel’s Membrane Solutions business is to upgrade and expand capacity at a wastewater treatment plant in Fujian Province, China using 336 Bio-Cel L-2 MBR modules (160 000 m² membrane area). This is the company’s largest Bio-Cel MBR order to date. The project plans to double the treatment capacity of the wastewater plant […]
Read MoreCETCO’s cleaner egg washing process
Adding RM-10 flocculants to untreated wastewater results in clean effluent. The chemistry feed system distributes the RM-10 flocculants into the untreated wastewater. Adding RM-10 flocculants to wastewater results in nearly immediate separation of the contaminants. Dry sludge is ready for disposal once liquid-solids separation occurs. When a major egg washing facility in Canada was faced […]
Read MoreKoch Separation Solutions and ADM increase collaboration
Koch Separation Solutions (KSS) is growing its relationship with agricultural origination and processing company ADM promoting operational efficiency and sustainability in water and wastewater treatment. KSS is an ADM preferred vendor of water, wastewater and in-process separations applications. “In our long relationship with ADM, we have worked closely together to tackle important projects that are […]
Read MoreCamfil supplies filters for meat production areas
The aim was to set high hygiene standards for sensitive food areas and improve indoor air quality at the facility. Camfil has fitted its HEPA air cleaners, the CC 6000 and CC 2000 and its ProSafe HEPA H14 filter in a meat production facility in Germany, part of the Tönnies Group. The Tönnies Group wanted […]
Read MoreSPS takes part in pilot to treat raw water supply
SPS installed one of its integrated iHB10 lamella clarifier units on site. Siltbuster Process Solutions (SPS) has provided equipment for a special trial project using its lamella clarifiers to treat a raw water supply. The client is trialling different chemical dosing set ups over several weeks to generate data for a thorough review. For the […]
Read MoreAndritz introduces dilution system for thickeners
The EvoLute NT dilution system uses the overflow liquid from the thickener to dilute incoming slurries or suspensions to the optimum solid-liquid ratio. (Image: Andritz) Andritz has developed the EvoLute NT dilution system for diluting thickener feed which uses the overflow liquid from the thickener to dilute incoming slurries or suspensions to the optimum solid-liquid […]
Read MoreRemoval of arsenic and boron from spent geothermal water
Journal of Hazardous Materials The research article ‘Assessment of different nanofiltration and reverse osmosis membranes for simultaneous removal of arsenic and boron from spent geothermal water’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Hazardous Materials. Abstract One of the factors that determine agricultural crops’ yield is the quality of water used during irrigation. In this study, […]
Read MoreEcolab precision dispensing system for membranes
The new membrane cleaning system is part of Ecolabs Ultrasil Membrane Program. Ecolab has introduced its new precision dispensing system for membranes, an accurate cleaning chemical dispenser that helps improve worker safety, drive productivity and extend asset life for whey processors. The new membrane cleaning system is part of Ecolab’s Ultrasil Membrane Program, which provides […]
Read MoreWeir to sell Oil & Gas division to Caterpillar
Weir is selling its Oil & Gas divison. The Weir Group plc has entered into an agreement to sell its Oil & Gas division to Caterpillar Inc for US$405 million. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, USA and led by Paul Coppinger, Weir Oil & Gas provides pressure pumping and pressure control solutions and associated aftermarket […]
Read MoreVeolia offers free webinars for food & beverage
Veolia Water Technologies will hold three different free webinar sessions covering the full water treatment cycle specific to the food and beverage industry which are aimed at all professionals involved in water treatment. Session content is tailored for site operators, EHS managers, sustainability managers and engineering directors. Veolia understands the specific needs of the food […]
Read MoreClean air from Camfil protects Russian treasures
The State Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg, Russia is the second-largest art museum in the world. (Image: State Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg, Russia) Air Cleaners CC800 at the exhibit to improve the air quality and the CityCarb Triple Boxtype filter and miniClima machine in the showcase. (Image: Camfil) Camfils CityCarb Triple Boxtype filter and miniClima […]
Read MorePSP.US buys PolyCera’s assets
Publication date: September 2020 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2020, Issue 9 Author(s):
Read MoreDe Nora offers visual assistance platform
De Nora has launched DE NORA VIA, a visual assistance platform for remote customer support, offering customers live video support and inspections. Municipal water and wastewater treatment facilities to industrial process water users will be supported remotely by expert engineers and product experts. Visual assistance optimises the communications process, enabling faster and more accurate resolutions. Through live communications […]
Read MoreBipolar membranes: Principles, developments and applications
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Bipolar membranes: A review on principles, latest developments, and applications’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 617, 1 January 2021, 118538). Abstract Bipolar membranes (BPMs) are a special class of ion-exchange membranes constituted by a cation- and an anion-exchange layer, allowing the generation of protons and hydroxide […]
Read MorePipette tips show high bacterial filtration levels
The study showed that the pipette filter tips have greater than 99% Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) even at an increased challenge level. A new independent study has demonstrated that Porvair Sciences’ pipette filter tips have greater than 99% Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) even at an increased challenge level. The test procedure was modified from a standard […]
Read MoreSaltworks ships chemical softening plant to US
The full-scale BrineRefine plant on the Saltworks’ factory floor. Saltworks Technologies has announced that it has shipped a full-scale BrineRefine treatment plant to a US mining client. The BrineRefine plant, part of Saltworks’ IonSelect solutions, is destined for a mining site with a specific ion-of-concern problem. The client originally contacted Saltworks because of its ultra-high recovery reverse […]
Read MoreLebanese wastewater solution wins award
A BiomPod aerobic tank which includes aquatic plants, including papyrus. (Image: Mruna) The Global Infrastructure Hub (GI Hub) has named Lebanese tech start-up Mrüna the winner of its first global innovation competition, InfraChallenge, following a live pitch against nine other finalists from around the world. Mrüna’s winning digital solution, Biomweb, uses a nature-based system […]
Read MoreSmarter pulp & paper operation from Veolia
The emergence of new products and markets is driving a global renaissance of the pulp and paper industry. (Image: LI CHAOSHU/Shutterstock) Figure 1. Conventional CRP chloride removal process. Figure 2. Enhanced chloride removal process ECRP block diagram. Pulp & paper manufacturers are constantly looking to make their operations more efficient. This article looks at black […]
Read MoreTIWW & CE Taiwain 2020 promote ESG and 5R concepts
Exhibits at TIWW & CE Taiwan included products capitalising on data analysis and remote monitoring technologies. Organised by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), Taiwan International Water Week and Circular Economy Taiwan (TIWW & CE Taiwan 2020) ended successfully on 26 September, despite the lack of international buyers, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. There […]
Read MoreMineral recovery enhanced desalination
Desalination The research article ‘Mineral Recovery Enhanced Desalination (MRED) process: An innovative technology for desalinating hard brackish water’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 496, 15 December 2020, 114761). Abstract Desalination of water containing high concentrations of calcium, dissolved carbon dioxide, sulfate, silica and other sparingly soluble salts is difficult because of the scaling potential. An […]
Read MorePorvair Sciences tests hydrophilic Vyon material
Comparison of hydrophobic Vyon (left) and the new hydrophilic Vyon porous polymer (right). Porvair Sciences has reported that tests on its hydrophilic Vyon porous plastics show high levels of performance in drug discovery applications due to the high hydrophilic void volume conversion of the materials’ pore structure after a special treatment process. Working with an […]
Read MoreMemsift partners with German blower manufacturer Piller
Dr J Antony Prince (left), founder & CEO, Memsift Innovations Pte Ltd; and Dieter Knoblich (right), CEO & president, Piller SEA Pte Ltd. Singapore’s Memsift Innovations and blower and compressor specialist Piller SEA Pte Ltd have entered into a cooperation agreement to set up a new benchmark for industrial liquid-waste treatment and zero liquid discharge. […]
Read MoreSofi Filtration signs €3mn financing round
Loudspring Oyj portfolio company Sofi Filtration Oy has signed a €3 million investment round. Sofi Filtration will use the proceeds to accelerate growth. Loudspring will also purchase shares in Sofi Filtration from early investors. Sofi Filtration’s self-cleaning Sofi Filter enables cost-efficient micro filtration of large amounts of water. The Finnish company focuses on marine, oil […]
Read MoreSuez’s Clarifier technology protects local water
Skanderborg Lake in the Lake District of Central Jutland. AquaGlobe is a visitor and dissemination center for water technology solutions. SUEZs Densadeg XRC combines solids contact, ballast addition and solids recirculation to promote enhanced, high rate solids settling and rapid treatment. When a Danish town looked to upgrade its wastewater treatment plant, a solution was […]
Read MoreEfficient, reusable membrane for dye filtration
Colloid and Interface Science Communications The research article ‘Efficient and reusable polyethylene oxide/polyaniline composite membrane for dye adsorption and filtration’ has been published in Elsevier journal Colloid and Interface Science Communications (Volume 39, November 2020, 100314). Abstract The endless introduction of toxic dyes through industrialization has worsened the dyes pollution in the environment. As a consequence, the need […]
Read MoreI-Phyc’s algal technology to remove phosphorous
I-Phyc’s algae-based treatment can consistently remove between 50% and 99% of pollutants. South West Water is installing an algae-based treatment from sustainable water recycling specialist, Industrial Phycology (I-Phyc), in the final effluent at the Broadwindsor sewage treatment works in the UK. I-Phyc’s technology can remove phosphorous, ammonia and almost all harmful trace contaminants. The treatment […]
Read MoreParker trials filter capsules for brewing industry
Parker Bioscience Filtration has introduced free trial capsules for its BEVPOR BR range of filters. Parker Bioscience Filtration has introduced free trial capsules for its BEVPOR BR range of filters, enabling breweries to undertake taste and visual quality trials, and test the effectiveness of this filtration method. The initiative will help companies explore alternative microbial […]
Read MoreAlternative heating techniques in membrane distillation
Desalination The research article ‘Alternative heating techniques in membrane distillation: A review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 496, 15 December 2020, 114713). Abstract Membrane distillation (MD) lags behind other desalination processes such as reverse osmosis due to relatively high energy consumption. Heating in membrane distillation forms a significant component of total energy consumption. This review […]
Read MoreVisitor centre gets wastewater refurb from SPS
Arrival of the SPS wastewater treatment solution on-site at the Llys y Frân visitor centre in Wales. SPS designed and installed a bespoke solution that primarily consisted of two HB20 units and an MBBR10, which provided the biological treatment stage. When the visitor centre at a country park in southwest Wales needed refurbishment, the original […]
Read MoreEvonik expands technology for VOC separation
Evonik’s PuraMem VOC is a membrane technology for separation of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Specialty chemicals company Evonik has launched its PuraMem VOC, a membrane technology for separation of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The PuraMem VOC offers a polymer-based membrane technology for efficient separation of long-chain hydrocarbons from a natural gas or nitrogen mixture. The […]
Read MoreWalker Filtration appoints new group general manager
Steve Bittle. The UK’s Walker Filtration has named Steve Bittle as group general manager. In his new role, Bittle will be responsible for the strategy, planning and management of all Walker Filtration Group divisions. Bittle has been part of Walker Filtration’s Senior Management Team for the past four years, having joined the group in 2016 […]
Read MoreNX Filtration technology fights summer droughts
NX Filtrations mobile hollow fibre nanofiltration system at the Twentekanaal in the Netherlands. Dutch membrane specialist NX Filtration has installed a demo-unit with its hollow fibre nanofiltration membranes at a local canal, to show that its technology can remove contaminants to produce drinking water during summer droughts in the Netherlands. Approximately 60% of the total […]
Read MoreRivertrace launches calibration portal
Rivertrace’s new digital water monitoring technology calibration portal gives complete transparency of compliance and inspection paperwork. Rivertrace has developed a new digital water monitoring technology calibration portal to enable complete transparency of compliance and inspection paperwork related to water monitoring equipment. The free-to-access digital portal is accessible at any time via desktop and mobile browsers, […]
Read MoreVeolia to provide seawater treatment system for FPSO Anna Nery
The FPSO Anna Nery. Veolia Water Technologies subsidiary VWS Westgarth Ltd has won an engineering, procurement and construction contract with Yinson to supply a seawater treatment and injection (SWTI) system for the FPSO (floating production storage and offloading) Anna Nery. The seawater treatment system, with two integrated process modules, will deliver 38 000 m3/day of […]
Read MoreEvoqua buys Aquapure Technologies
Evoqua Water Technologies has acquired Aquapure Technologies of Cincinnati, a Hamilton, Ohio, USA-based water service and equipment company. Aquapure Technologies serves the commercial and light industrial markets providing water treatment products and services, including deionization, reverse osmosis, softeners, filtration systems and pumps. “We are delighted to welcome Aquapure to the Evoqua family,” said Evoqua chief […]
Read MoreReusable carbon nanofibre membranes remove airborne contaminants
Science of the Total Environment. The research article ‘Flexible and reusable carbon nano-fibre membranes for airborne contaminants capture’ has been published in Elsevier journal Science of The Total Environment. Abstract Airborne aerosol pollutants generated from combustion vehicles exhausts, industrial facilities and microorganisms represent serious health challenges. Although membrane separation has emerged as a technique of choice […]
Read MoreBerghof Membranes appoints global sales director
Berghof Membranes has named Antonio Sempere as global sales director for the company. Sempere, who has more than 10 years of experience with tubular ultrafiltration membrane technology, joined Berghof Membranes in October 2017 as regional sales manager for the EMEA region. He will now be part of the Berghof Membranes management team which is led […]
Read MoreAtlas Copco’s VSD blowers bring energy savings
Scottish Waters Nigg wastewater treatment works achieved savings of up to 25% of its energy costs by changing its aeration process lobe air blowers to Atlas Copco VSD rotary screw blowers. The 17 Atlas Copco ZS machines can run at considerably reduced loads while delivering the same or larger volumes of air as the previous […]
Read MoreKIT researchers develop system to remove hormones
Professor Andrea Iris Schäfer studies innovative water processing technologies. (Image: Sandra Göttisheim, KIT) Researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed a filtration system that combines a polymer membrane with activated carbon to remove steroid hormones from drinking water. Steroid hormones are micropollutants that cannot be eliminated efficiently by conventional processes. Their concentration in […]
Read MoreRoark Industries launches graphene membranes
The GOGO membranes are built from a base of pristine graphene, graphene oxide and a cross linking agent. UK-based graphene specialist Roark Industries has announced the commercial availability of its GOGO graphene membranes for applications in the oil and gas industry. The GOGO membranes are built from a base of pristine graphene, graphene oxide and […]
Read MoreStrategic partnership aims to solidify IDE Technologies’ strong presence in India
Publication date: August 2020 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2020, Issue 8 Author(s):
Read MoreDupont adds degasification to its water treatment
Ligasep membrane degassing modules are now part of DuPont Water Solutions’ portfolio of water purification and separation technologies, following a global partnership with Sun Chemical and its parent company, the DIC Corporation. The degasification of liquids is becoming increasingly critical to several water treatment processes, including industrial demineralisation, oil and gas production, microelectronics manufacturing, pharmaceutical […]
Read MoreCaloris offers RO units on stainless steel frames
There are many advantages to a stainless-steel frame and the main one is that the surface is corrosion-free. Caloris Engineering is now able to offer stainless steel skidded water RO configurations by standardising a stainless-steel frame for its units. There are many advantages to a stainless-steel frame and the main one is that the surface […]
Read MoreXylem provides 100 000 face shields for Covid-19 front-line workers
Xylem Inc has manufactured and delivered, through partners, more than 100 000 protective face shields in Europe and the US in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The initiative used Xylem’s internal manufacturing capabilities including 3-D printing and injection molding. Since March, Xylem partners have helped deliver the face shields to healthcare facilities and to utilities […]
Read MorePentair releases X-Flow XF75 membrane element
The Pentair X-Flow XF75 ultrafiltration (UF) membrane element is for water treatment projects. Pentair has announced the latest addition to its X-Flow filtration portfolio, the Pentair X-Flow XF75 membrane element, a new ultrafiltration (UF) membrane element for water treatment projects which helps to enhance performance of existing systems within the same footprint. Although the outer […]
Read MoreGEA redesigns bag filtration system
GEA identified key areas where design modifications could be made in this new generation of SANICIP technology. GEA has made a series of changes to its SANICIP bag filtration system for food and dairy spray dryers in a long-term development project. The new SANICIP II (patent pending) maintains and controls the pressure drop through the […]
Read MoreLearning lessons from lockdown with Celeros
José Larios, CEO of Celeros Flow Technology. Celeros Flow Technologys filtration systems are used to prevent product contamination and damage to equipment in oil & gas, power, chemical processing, water and marine applications. The Celeros FT filtration range covers everything from single basket filters through coalescers, separators and self-cleaning filters to large, fully packaged, skidded […]
Read MoreSulzer Chemtech restarts separation seminars
Sulzer places great emphasis on activities aimed at sharing technical expertise with its customers, (Image: Sulzer) Sulzer Chemtech teams in China are gradually resuming their customised seminars on separation and mixing technologies for businesses in the manufacturing and processing industries. Sulzer places great emphasis on activities aimed at sharing technical expertise with its customers, to […]
Read MoreZero Brine launches second pilot in Rotterdam Port
The Zero Brine Site II pilot at Plant One Rotterdam. (Image: Zero Brine) Zero Brine has launched its second site at the port of Rotterdam as part of the demonstration of industrial circularity combining residual heat and wastewater streams to eliminate brine effluent (zero brine discharge) in the production of demineralised water. The Zero Brine project […]
Read MorePerformance of sweeping gas membrane distillation in treating produced water
Desalination. The research article ‘Performance of sweeping gas membrane distillation for treating produced water: Modeling and experiments’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 492, 15 October 2020, 114597). Abstract Membrane distillation (MD) has shown promise for desalination of produced water (PW), but there are very few studies reported on the performance of MD with real PW […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters supplies filtration equipment for Gulf of Mexico rig
Amazon Filters designed and produced the filter housing for the Gulf of Mexico order at its Camberley, Surrey, manufacturing centre. The UK’s Amazon Filters has despatched a bespoke filter housing containing four large-format high-flow filters to a floating deepwater rig in the Gulf of Mexico. The order was secured from industry services provider Cameron International, […]
Read MoreEvoqua to provide wastewater treatment plant for Texan city
An Omnipac SBR system. Evoqua Water Technologies is to design, manufacture and install a new wastewater treatment plant for Magnolia Pointe Municipal Utility District near the City of Josephine, Texas, USA. The new wastewater plant will include Evoqua’s Omnipac field-erected sequencing batch reactor (SBR) system designed to treat 0.5 million gallons per day (MGD). The […]
Read MoreSuez’s ZeeLung selected for world’s largest MABR system
ZeeLung MABR being installed at a customer site. Canada’s Waterloo region has selected Suez’s ZeeLung technology for what will be the world’s largest membrane aerated biofilm reactor (MABR) system at the Hespeler Wastewater Treatment Plant in Ontario. “This is a first-of-its-kind project for Canada that will demonstrate ZeeLung’s benefits: the ability to quickly and easily […]
Read MoreXylem offers underdrain with backwash feature
By washing 100% of the media in between each lateral, the Type 360 underdrain increases filter run times, reduces backwash water consumption and extends media filter life. Xylem’s Leopold Type 360 underdrain, is a bolt down system for greenfield projects and water treatment filtration rehabilitation projects with a design that allows backwash water to flow […]
Read MoreTAITRA offers online meetings during TIWW
For those unable to travel to Taiwan, TAITRA is offering online procurement meetings on 24 September. The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) will hold online procurement meetings on 24 September, at the start of Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW) and Circular Economy Taiwan 2020, allowing international buyers to connect with suppliers remotely. The two […]
Read MorePSP.US acquires PolyCera
PSP.US Inc has acquired the assets of US membrane company PolyCera Inc including all physical and intellectual properties. A Delaware corporation, PSP.US was formed in 2020 and is wholly owned by Singapore’s PSP Pte Ltd. Chinese membrane company Beijing Daking Eastern Technology Co Ltd is the largest shareholder in PSP Pte Ltd, and also holds […]
Read MoreXylem supports UNICEF’s COVID-19 relief efforts
Publication date: July 2020 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2020, Issue 7 Author(s):
Read MoreConsiderations on bag filtration from Eaton
Structure of a pleated filter bag. In the next issue of Filtration+Separation When selecting a filter bag and the assorted options various aspects need to be taken into consideration to make sure the best possible performance level will be achieved. This article from Eaton looks at some of the most relevant criteria. Bag filtration is […]
Read MoreFiltrox develops filter sheet for craft brewers
The filter sheet has been developed for the pre-filtration of wine, sugar and spirits and liquids with a heavy load of particulates. The new FIBRAFIX AF 11H filter sheet from Swiss filtration specialist Filtrox, has been developed for the pre-filtration of wine, sugar, spirits and liquids with a heavy load of particulates. In the age […]
Read MoreConsiderations in bag filtration from Eaton
Structure of a pleated filter bag. In the next issue of Filtration+Separation When selecting a filter bag and the assorted options various aspects need to be taken into consideration to make sure the best possible performance level will be achieved. This article from Eaton looks at some of the most relevant criteria. Bag filtration is […]
Read MoreKKR and XPV Water Partners appoint CEO for new platform
Investment firm KKR and Canada’s XPV Water Partners have named Chris McIntire as chief executive officer (CEO) of their recently created water quality solutions platform. McIntire, who also join the platform’s board of directors, brings more than 30 years of experience in the water and wastewater treatment and business services industries to his new role. […]
Read MoreH2O Innovation appoints chief strategic officer
H2O Innovation Inc has named Gregory Madden as the Canadian company’s new chief strategic officer (CSO). Madden has been part of the H2O Innovation team for over 10 years, and has served as vice president of Aftermarket Services since 2017. As CSO, Madden will focus on integrating acquired companies and overseeing projects like the ongoing […]
Read MoreEaton adds to filter cartridge range
BECO Protect HF HighFlow depth filter cartridges have absolute retention rates of 1, 3, 5 or 10 µm for fine filtration. The Filtration Division of energy management company Eaton has developed two new depth filter cartridge ranges, the BECO Protect HF HighFlow and the CL Coreless depth filter cartridges and matching cartridge housings, the BECO […]
Read MoreTemasek Foundation – 8th Ecosperity Innovations Call for Proposals
Temasek Foundation champions sustainability and innovative solutions to improve liveability in an abc World of active and productive economies, beautiful and inclusive societies, and a clean and cool earth. Through the Ecosperity Innovations Call for Proposals, Temasek Foundation funds and supports ideas and innovations for actual application through commercialisation and enterprise, to bring […]
Read MoreChinese WWTF installs Toray’s HFUG membranes
Toray’s HFUG-2020AN installed at a water reuse facility. A large-scale wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) in Wuxi, China is using Toray Industries Inc’s HFUG ultrafiltration (UF) membrane technology to purify water. GreenTech Environmental Co Ltd, a provider of advanced membrane treatment solutions, selected Toray’s advanced high-surface-area HFUG-2020AN UF modules for the 34 000 metric ton facility. […]
Read MorePlastic-free filter media from GKD
GKD is a specialist in solutions for environmental technology. (Image: GKD) GKD has many stainless-steel mesh solutions. (Image: GKD) Plastic-free, stainless steel mesh designs are becoming more important in the treatment of wastewater. Ursula Herrling-Tusch, specialized journalist, gives a brief overview of the selection by GKD, a manufacturer of metal, synthetic and spiral mesh filters. […]
Read MoreVentilator sharing moves forward
The device makes it possible to split the airflow from one ventilator, allowing two patients to receive tailored respiratory support. (Image: Institute for Manufacturing/Royal Papworth Hospital) The IfM developed the solution in collaboration with Cambridge Design Partnership (CDP), Royal Papworth Hospital and support from respiratory equipment manufacturers. (Image: Institute for Manufacturing/Royal Papworth Hospital) The system […]
Read MoreSuez to acquire Lanxess’s RO membrane portfolio
Suez has signed an agreement with German specialty chemicals company Lanxess to purchase its reverse osmosis (RO) membrane portfolio. The acquisition includes the membranes, raw materials and production facility in Bitterfeld, Germany, with all employees. The Lanxess membrane line will become part of Suez Water Technologies & Solutions. Suez says that the acquisition, which is […]
Read MoreGreasezilla provides FOG technology in New Orleans
The Greasezilla system will help the New Orleans company to dispose and recycle the vast amounts of grease trap waste they collect from food service businesses. The Downey Ridge Environmental Company, developer of the Greasezilla system, has been selected by Safeway Used Oil and Grease in New Orleans to provide its fats, oils and grease […]
Read MoreAmeriwater introduces cooling tower water filter
The HEF CWFT isspecifically designed for a 33- tonne cooling tower or smaller and can be used in commercial, institutional, and light manufacturing applications. Water purification specialist, Ameriwater has created the HEF CWFT, specifically designed for a 33- tonne cooling tower for smaller commercial, institutional, and light manufacturing applications that want cleaner cooling tower water […]
Read MoreMay/June 2020 issue of Filtration+Separation
Take some time out to read the May/June 2020 issue of Filtration+Separation Magazine Sign up here to receive your FREE digital edition of Filtration+Separation magazine. In this issue: Water treatment gives back to grid A Scottish wastewater treatment works takes water from a local reservoir and generates more energy than it uses. Food plant sees […]
Read MoreMembrane desalination and water re-use for agriculture
Desalination. The research article ‘Membrane desalination and water re-use for agriculture: State of the art and future outlook’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 491, 1 October 2020, 114559). Abstract Membrane-based desalination technologies for agricultural applications are widely applied in many countries around the world. Sustainable and cost-effective desalination technologies, such as reverse osmosis (RO), membrane […]
Read MoreIDA World Congress returns to Australia
The centrepiece of the Congress is its Technical Programme covering all aspects of desalination and water reuse. The International Desalination Association’s (IDA)World Congress 2021 will take place from 7–11 November 2021 in Sydney, Australia, a decade on from its 2011 World Congress in Perth. The 2021 IDA World Congress and exhibition will provide knowledge-sharing and […]
Read MoreQED system aids low-flow groundwater sampling
The MicroPurge MP25 purge stabilisation flow cell system makes consistent low-flow groundwater sampling simpler and more accurate. QED Environment Systems says that its MicroPurge MP25 purge stabilisation flow cell system makes consistent low-flow groundwater sampling simpler and more accurate, while the associated PurgeScan technology monitors purging parameters and automatically performs stabilisation, reducing potential for error […]
Read MoreWhitefox ICE sees growing number of installations
The Whitefox ICE system is integrated into existing corn ethanol production plants with minimal disruption and a small footprint. Whitefox Technologies has announced that the latest installation of its Whitefox ICE membrane dehydration system, its eighth installation in the US, at Southwest Iowa Renewable Fuels (SIRE) has now passed 250 days of successful operation. The state of Iowa […]
Read MoreMOVA completes successful pollutant capture tests
The prototype of the Panel Bed Filtration System being tested in the lab. MOVA Technologies Inc., a technology company based in Pulaski, Virginia in the USA, which is researching pollution control strategies for industrial emissions, has announced the successful completion of initial proof-of-concept (POC) testing of gaseous contaminants (CO2, SO2, NO) through the Advanced Propulsion […]
Read MoreVeolia launches combination single-skid unit
The TERION S standard single-skid unit combines single pass reverse osmosis (RO) and continuous electrodeionization (CEDI) to produce high-grade deionised water. Veolia Water Technologies’ new TERION S standard single-skid unit combines single pass reverse osmosis (RO) and continuous electrodeionization (CEDI) to produce high-grade deionised water for laboratory, power, and general industry applications. In May 2020, […]
Read MoreMAAG launches improved screen changer portfolio
. MAAG’s design gives leakproof operation, and the metal hybrid sealing system can handle temperatures up to 320°C. The MAAG Group, part of Dover, has released an updated melt filtration product portfolio that supports compounding processes. Melt filtration is an important system component for compounding lines and filter systems remove contaminants and gels from the […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval to use digital twin technology as it expands separator capacity
Alfa Laval will use advanced digital twin technology when the company expands and automates production capacity of separators at its facility in Eskilstuna, Sweden. The technology will facilitate operations development and reduce the ramp-up time of production. Alfa Laval will use Real Digital Twin (RDT) technology from AFRY, an international engineering, design and advisory company. […]
Read MoreSofi Filtration solves excess condensate water
The Tammervoima waste-to-energy facility. Sofi Filtrations water treatment system. A waste-to-energy plant in Finland incinerates 160,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste annually and is equipped with the latest technology. Yet, it was producing excess amounts of flue gas condensate water until a water filtration specialist found a solution. The Tammervioma’s waste-to-energy plant in Finland has […]
Read MorePorvair supplies filters for Covid-19 testing
SAMBA II machines for rapid diagnostic testing for Covid-19 infection. (Image: Diagnostics for the Real World) Porvair Sciences is supplying its Vyon porous plastic filters to University of Cambridge spin-out company, Diagnostics for the Real World, to be used in its SAMBA II machine that provides diagnosis of Covid-19 infection in under 90 minutes. SAMBA […]
Read MoreModeling of spiral wound membranes for gas separations
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Modeling of spiral wound membranes for gas separations. Part I: An iterative 2D permeation model’ is available in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science. Abstract Membranes are excellent alternatives for gas separations due to their low installation and maintenance costs. In industrial environment, membranes are usually organized in modules with […]
Read MoreNTU professor’s startup Aromatec scores funding
Congratulation to Prof. Wang Rong and Dr. Shi Lei on their Singapore-based startup Aromatec that has just raised an undisclosed sum to help improve that tech. Read the full article here
Read MoreSaltworks launches silica extractor
SilicaSelect combines two existing technologies, the ScaleSense selective ion sensor and the BrineRefine chemical softening system. Saltworks Technologies has recently introduced SilicaSelect, part of its IonSelect Solution family, which selectively targets silica in wastewaters while keeping treatment footprint and costs down. Silica can cause serious problems in water systems. It precipitates at very low concentrations […]
Read MoreTetra Pak combines technologies to treat beverages
Instead of pasteurising the whole volume of the product, the new production line separates out water and pasteurises only the concentrate. Tetra Pak recently launched a low-energy processing line for juice, nectar and still drinks (JNSD) which uses a combination of pasteurisation, filtration and UV light technology to treat beverages in two separate streams, which […]
Read MoreDuperon bar screening system helps farmers
The FlexRake FRHD automated bar screens are successfully protecting the companys pumps from tumbleweeds and other debris. Duperon’s FlexRake FRHD automated bar screening system is helping farmers in Eastern Idaho clear debris for crop irrigation, protecting pumps from tumbleweeds and other debris, ensuring worker safety and eliminating maintenance. The FlexRake FRD system was installed at […]
Read MoreH2O Innovation expands in Texas
H2O Innovation Inc has acquired Gulf Utility Service Inc (GUS), a US company providing water and wastewater management solutions in the state of Texas in a C$3.713 million deal. With over 20 years of experience in the operation and maintenance (O&M) of water and wastewater treatment systems, GUS offers its services to approximately 40 municipal […]
Read MoreSPX Flow: new VP for commercial business in EMEA
Simon Phillips. SPX Flow Inc has appointed Simon Phillips as vice president and head of its commercial business in Europe, the Middle East & Africa (EMEA). Based in the UK, Phillips will lead SPX Flow’s sales and customer relationship operations in the region. Phillips joins SPX Flow with more than 30 years of experience, including […]
Read MoreGEA maintains the required taste
Kukko dealcoholised beer from Laitilan Oy brewery has kept its flavour close to the original using GEAs AromaPlus technology. (Image: Laitilan Oy) A Finnish brewery wanted to ensure its alcoholised beer retained the aroma, colour and turbidity of its alcohol range. It turned to GEA and its membrane filtration technology to achieve required alcohol-free levels […]
Read MoreLanxess’s solar power solves water scarcity
Villagers collecting clean water from the Burani WaterKiosk. (Image: Boreal Light) Water scarcity in Kenya is common and much of its population has no access to clean water. Treating wastewater using renewable energy is key to solving the problem and one German company is providing simple, affordable solar-powered water treatment to a Kenyan village. According […]
Read MoreOscillatory membrane filtration
Desalination The research article ‘Purification of produced water using oscillatory membrane filtration’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 491, 1 October 2020, 114428). Abstract A new method of purification of produced water is reviewed. Recently membrane oscillation for separating solid particles and liquids drops has attracted researchers globally. Metallic slotted pore membranes were used in the […]
Read MoreKSS significantly expands manufacturing capacity of reinforced hollow-fibre membranes
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Read MoreJune’s top filtration news stories
A new ultrafiltration brand from Microdyn-Nadir, our Covid-19 coverage and Porvair Filtration Group’s surface modification technologies were the most popular business news stories on the Filtration+Separation website in June 2020. 1. Microdyn-Nadir launches new brand for UF line Microdyn-Nadir’s new brand for its hollow fibre PVDF ultrafiltration (UF) product line is the Microdyn PureULTRA module for treating […]
Read MoreBrewery benefits from special taste
The Agidens cold stabilisation module, which uses Parker Bioscience Filtrations PREPOR NG and BEVPOR BR filters. A Croatian brewery wanted to produce a premium, non-pasteurised lager, requiring the installation of a cold stabilisation module. A partnership between Parker BioScience Filtration and Agidens Process Automation achieved microbial stability while protecting the taste of the lager. Zagrebaka […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval partners with Orège
Alfa Laval has signed a global commercial agreement with Orège, a French global cleantech company supplying patented solutions for wastewater treatment. The partnership will expand the two companies’ market presence. Alfa Laval’s range of products and solutions for the wastewater treatment industry includes the Alfa Laval Ashbrook Simon-Hartley line of belt filter presses used to […]
Read MoreLanxess uses combined process to remove solids
At its Bitterfeld site, Lanxess produces Lewabrane reverse osmosis membrane elements for the global market. (Image: Lanxess) Together with the French company, Polymem SA, the Liquid Purification Technologies (LPT) business unit at specialty chemicals company Lanxess recently completed a project for an Italian oil company using a combination of ultrafiltration (UF) and reverse osmosis (RO). […]
Read MoreUniversity spin-out develops filtration technology
Using chemically modified molybdenum disulphide (MoS2), Molymem has developed an energy-efficient and versatile membrane coating. Scientists and experts from The University of Manchester have successfully developed a high-performing membrane coating based around a new class of 2D materials, which has applications in the pharmaceutical, wastewater management and food and beverage sectors. Following an 18-month technical […]
Read MoreSmall size, big performance: Pentair X-Flow XF75 Membrane Element
The Pentair X-Flow XF75 Membrane Element in the Pentair X-Flow X-line solution. One of the assessed parameters used to evaluate the performance of the X-Flow XF75 element against the current X-Flow XF64 element is the flux increase higher flux with stable ultrafiltration performance can help improve the efficiency of a customer’s plant. As shown in […]
Read MorePressure-retarded osmosis for enhanced oil recovery
Desalination The research article ‘Pressure-retarded osmosis for enhanced oil recovery’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 491, 1 October 2020, 114568). Abstract Pressure-retarded osmosis (PRO) is a membrane-based process that has been used historically to harness the osmotic energy of saline feed solutions. While conventional PRO applications target seawater (SW) /freshwater solution pairings, this paper focuses […]
Read MoreAmiad extends filtration distribution deal with Netafim
Amiad in action. Amiad Water Systems has signed a new five-year global distribution agreement with Netafim, one of the world’s largest providers of irrigation systems, covering the company’s disc filtration products for the irrigation market. Netafim will have exclusive distribution rights to Amiad’s disc filtration products in the irrigation market globally and to Amiad’s screen […]
Read MoreH2O Innovation partners with Nanostone on ceramic membranes
Canada’s H2O Innovation Inc has signed a strategic agreement with Nanostone Water Inc to jointly advance the commercialization of ceramic membrane technology. “As an engineered product supplier primarily focused on membrane technology, it is important to constantly renew ourselves and use the best membrane for each application,” said Frédéric Dugré, president and CEO of H2O […]
Read MoreKerafol’s dynamic cross-flow filtration
Example for the high viscosity that can be obtained with DCFF (©ANDRITZ KMPT GmbH). The dynamic cross flow filtration (DCFF) with rotating ceramic membranes combines a lot of advantages which make this technique to an outstanding separation method for intricate applications. The benefits of rotation filtration start where other techniques reach their limits. Filtration in […]
Read MoreControlled chlorination of polyamide reverse osmosis membranes
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Controlled chlorination of polyamide reverse osmosis membranes at real scale for enhanced desalination performance’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science. Abstract State-of-the-art desalination and water purification processes use reverse osmosis and nanofiltration membranes. Their thin polyamide (PA) top-layers ensure concurrent high water permeances and salt rejections, […]
Read MorePorvair introduces surface modification technology
The treatments provide corrosion resistance, increased temperature and chemical resistance and improved cleanability. The Porvair Filtration Group has launched the Porvair Sinterguard PHC and the Porvair Sinterguard HTR, a range of surface modification technologies that can be applied to metallic filter elements to enhance their material properties in challenging environments. The technology is designed for use […]
Read MoreNorthumbrian Water designs mobile analysis unit
Inside Northumbrian Water’s SWAT unit. A Site Wastewater Analysis Trailer (SWAT), designed by Northumbrian Water workers, will help protect the quality of rivers and watercourses across the UK’s North East region. The SWAT is a bespoke mobile unit which will be plugged into wastewater treatment works to give detailed information about the quality of wastewater […]
Read MoreGrundfos to acquire Eurowater
Grundfos has entered into an agreement to acquire the Danish water treatment company Eurowater. Headquartered in Skanderborg, Eurowater develops, produces and markets complete solutions for the treatment of water for customers in the industrial and municipal sectors. Eurowater, which primarily serves the European market, has subsidiary companies in 14 countries servicing customers through 23 local […]
Read MoreMicrodyn-Nadir launches new brand for UF line
Microdyn’s PureULTRA modules treat surface water, ground water, sea water, and tertiary treated wastewater. Microdyn-Nadir’s new brand for its hollow fibre PVDF ultrafiltration (UF) product line is the Microdyn PureULTRA module for treating surface water, ground water, sea water, and tertiary treated wastewater. Previously under the brand name OLTREcap, the new Microdyn PureULTRA hollow fibre […]
Read MoreBinaphthalene-based polymer membranes for solvent-resistant nanofiltration
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Binaphthalene-based polymer membranes with enhanced performance for solvent-resistant nanofiltration’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 606, 1 July 2020, 118066). Abstract To improve the performance of the currently available solvent-resistant nanofiltration (SRNF) membranes, a new, unique approach was developed. In this approach, the concept of polymer of […]
Read MoreWEFTEC 2020 goes fully virtual
Organisers of WEFTEC 2020 have decided to cancel its October meeting in New Orleans and make it a fully virtual event called WEFTEC Connect, with registration opening on 13 July and programming scheduled from 5-9 October. The Water Environment Federation (WEF) had previously decided to offer a hybrid form of the event with both in-person […]
Read MoreCETCO hosts free webinar on PFAS treatment
Michael Donovan, global R&D director for CETCO. CETCO has announced it will be hosting a free online webinar, in collaboration with the Colorado School of Mines, entitled Exploring PFAS Treatment Solutions and their Efficacy: Comparing FLUORO-SORB Adsorbent, Granular Activated Carbon, and Ion Exchange Resin on 18 June at 9:00 am EDT (2:00 pm BST). Access to […]
Read MoreAxium Process releases packaged water system
Axium Process’ new packaged low conductivity water system is designed for water purifying applications. Axium Process’ new packaged water treatment system, called Good to Go, is designed for water purifying applications, and delivers commercially sterile, sustainable, high-quality water, bypassing the need for ion exchange beds and chemical treatment processes. The system, which uses reverse osmosis […]
Read MoreTechouse delivers module for subsea development
The lightweight water treatment module uses membrane filtration technology which helps protect production wells. (Image: Techouse) Malene Kommedal, responsible test lead for Techouse. (Image: Techouse) Norwegian technology company Techouse has completed the development of an all-in-one lightweight water treatment module using membrane filtration technology which will help protect production wells in a subsea development. The […]
Read MoreScottish Water’s innovation powers hydro-turbine
Castle Moffat WTW generates 750,000 kWh/annum, which is enough to power 2,416 homes. The sites self-sufficiency is a result of hydro power which is supplied by a new state-of-the-art generator and control panel. Hidden away in a remote part of East Lothian in Scotland is one of Scottish Water’s most environmentally friendly sites. The Castle […]
Read MoreMulti-scale membrane process optimization
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Multi-scale membrane process optimization with high-fidelity ion transport models through machine learning’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 608, 1 August 2020, 118208). Abstract Innovative membrane technologies optimally integrated into large separation process plants are essential for economical water treatment and disposal. However, the mass transport through […]
Read MoreSaltworks develops ion-specific sensor
ScaleSense is a real-time ion-specific sensor that works on brines and optimises existing water treatment assets. Canadian water technology company Saltworks Technology recently launched ScaleSense, a real-time ion-specific sensor that works on brines and optimises existing water treatment assets. Saltworks developed the ScaleSense ion sensor to work without interference from other ions. It enables users to […]
Read MorePharma Innovation Programme Singapore (PIPS): Continuous Manufacturing Grant Call
Background The Pharma Innovation Programme Singapore (PIPS) is an industry-led platform funded under the RIE2020 Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME) domain. PIPS aims to bring together synergistically and strategically public sector research capabilities and domain expertise of the pharmaceutical industry to enhance the productivity and operational efficiency within Singapore’s pharmaceutical sector through leveraging novel […]
Read MoreEcolab’s upstream energy business set for merger
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Read MoreGEA expands Aseptomag magnetic separator portfolio
Magnetic separators remove foreign particles from products and processes. The new additions to the Aseptomag magnetic separator range are the manually switchable MAS H version, including a locking mechanism, and the pneumatically switchable MAS PA version for Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) processes. Magnetic separators are important to ensure product quality and safety during the manufacturing process, removing […]
Read MorePulping operation optimization
Enhanced chloride removal process ECRP block diagram. Conventional CRP chloride removal process. As global pulp producers ramp up new capacity expansions and existing paper mills improve operational efficiencies and environmental performance, the industry is poised to benefit from investing in advanced production equipment and processing technologies that keep stable operations and avoid costly shutdowns. The […]
Read MoreMicronics appoints new president and CEO
Chris Cummins. Chris Cummins has joined the Micronics Engineered Filtration Group as president and CEO. The Micronics Engineered Filtration Group includes Micronics, Southern Filter Media (SFM), CP Environmental (CPE), United Process Control (UPC) and AeroPulse. Cummins brings 27 years of manufacturing expertise with highly-engineered products to his new role at Micronics. He has held senior […]
Read MorePretreated household materials offer filtration protection against pathogens
American Journal of Infection Control The research article ‘Pretreated household materials carry similar filtration protection against pathogens when compared with surgical masks’ has been published in the American Journal of Infection Control. Abstract The past 4 months, the emergence and spread of novel 2019 SARS-Cov-2 (COVID-19) has led to a global pandemic which is rapidly […]
Read MoreSynder introduces new OptimaFlow Series elements
Synder has increased the effective membrane area by nearly 10% by optimising the element construction and material selection. Synder Filtration has launched its OptimaFlow Series elements for all existing ultrafiltration and microfiltration standard and MAX membrane types in the same common element sizes and models. Synder has worked closely with vendors to improve on the […]
Read MoreRotork’s actuators used in Florida UF plant
The K-TORK actuators control the flow of surface water in the membrane system, helping to process up to 52 million gallons of water a day. More than 300 Rotork K-TORK pneumatic vane actuators have been installed at one of Florida’s largest low-pressure ultrafiltration (UF) membrane plants, processing 84 million gallons per day. The plant treats […]
Read MoreFiltrox offers clarification for vaccines
The FILTRODISC BIO SD and R2U depth filter modules can remove cell debris and negatively charged molecules in vaccines. Depth filter systems’ specialist Filtrox has introduced its FILTRODISC BIO SD and R2U depth filter modules for the removal of cell debris and negatively charged molecules in vaccines. The purification of vaccines is a vital step […]
Read MoreMeissner Filtration’s new facility in Ireland is now operational
Meissners new manufacturing site in Castlebar, Co Mayo, Ireland. Meissner Filtration Products’ new manufacturing facility in Castlebar, Ireland is now up and running. The new facility, which has been brought online on schedule, has a state of the art 930 m² (10 000 ft²) ISO class 7 cleanroom for the manufacture of single-use systems. Validation of […]
Read MoreFiltration Group acquires Oxyphen
Filtration Group has acquired Oxyphen, a Swiss manufacturer of microporous track-etched membranes. Track-etched membrane is a high-precision manufactured film used in critical applications for life science, automotive, industrial and consumer markets. Oxyphen’s track-etched membrane solutions complement the porous product offering and manufacturing capability within Filtration Group’s Porex business. “We are excited to have a great […]
Read MoreHelmets breathe new life into the Covid-19 battle
Aurika Savickaite is a champion of the non-invasive ventilation helmet. The Covid-19 virus has shaken the world. But it has also inspired both entrepreneurs and physicians into re-thinking practices. One key area is ventilation and here we discover how a start-up initiative is driving innovation in an overlooked treatment method. As Covid-19 took a grip […]
Read MoreAdvances in silicon carbide filters and porous membranes
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Silicon carbide filters and porous membranes: A review of processing, properties, performance and application’ has been pubished in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 610, 1 September 2020, 118193). Abstract Silicon carbide (SiC) filters and porous membranes is a growing industry with deployment for gas and liquid separation processes. In view […]
Read MoreMann+Hummel air filter elements combat odours
The Mann+Hummel FCI 5000/OC filter element chemically binds biological, chemical or biochemical substances to reduce unpleasant smells. Mann+Hummel has developed an air filter element for the air purifier FreciousCare FCI 5000 to reduce odours and it has been adapted for applications in hospitals, hospices and old people’s and nursing homes. The filter element FCI 500/OC […]
Read MoreMaag appoints new agent in Indonesia
DKSHs office in Indonesia. Switzerland’s Maag Group has entered into a distribution agreement with DKSH in Indonesia. DKSH Indonesia will provide full services from marketing and sales, regulatory competence, distribution and logistics to after-sales services, to bring Maag Group’s pump and filtration solutions to the polymer chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and food industries. The Maag Group, […]
Read MoreMicrovi demonstration plant proves MNE technology
Microvi Biotechnologies has recently completed a collaborative trial with Thames Water Utilities of its Microvi MNE wastewater treatment, which demonstrated that MNE outperformed the ammonia removal performance of existing nitrifying sand filters. The fully automated MNE demonstration plant was configured as a tertiary nitrification system for ammonia removal. Operating between 5-22° C, MNE consistently removed […]
Read MoreTaiwan Water Treatment Solutions livestream
The event will feature five-minute presentations from companies will introduce their latest solutions. Taiwan’s trade promotion organisation, AITRA, will be hosting a livestream on Taiwan Water Treatment Solutions on Wednesday 27 May at 08:00AM BST (GMT+1). This event will feature five-minute presentations from the following companies, each introducing their latest solutions: Aquas Inc. – Open Channel […]
Read MoreInterpump to acquire Macfuge separators
Interpump Group has signed a binding agreement to acquire an 80% controlling stake in Servizi Industriali Srl, an Italian company operating in the design, production and sale of Macfuge centrifugal separators. Macfuge systems are used for separation and clarification in the food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries, as well as in the energy sector. Servizi Industriali, […]
Read MoreVeolia develops new RO-CEDI unit
TERION is a new RO-CEDI unit that produces demineralised water for power applications. Veolia Water Technologies, through its internal manufacturing platform SOLYS, has developed a new plug & play, integrated RO-CEDI unit for demineralised water production. TERION is a new RO-CEDI unit that produces demineralised water for power applications, in particular for boiler feed and […]
Read MoreP&G Innovation Brief – The 50 Lt Home: Making Responsible Consumption of Residential Water Possible
P&G Startup Innovation Brief Call for Startup Submissions Procter & Gamble is looking for new approaches and technologies that can help them address key business challenges/opportunities. The following innovation brief(s) will provide a high-level overview of specific business goals and needs, as well as a high-level overview of what they are looking for in […]
Read MoreImagine H20 Urban Water Challenge 2020
Imagine H2O’s Urban Water Challenge is accelerating sustainability through innovation. Calling startups who are advancing progress towards the SDGs and building resilience in cities to apply today! About the 2020 Challenge We are looking for entrepreneurs who advance how we source, distribute, use, and re-use water to build resilient cities. In order to catalyze […]
Read MoreXylem supports UNICEF’s Covid-19 response
Xylem Watermark, the corporate citizenship program of Xylem Inc, is partnering with UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund, on Covid-19 relief efforts. The partnership will provide access to safe water and sanitation for vulnerable children and families. Xylem’s Covid-19 contribution will be directed towards the most at-risk communities, providing critical supplies and supporting UNICEF’s community […]
Read MoreFood plant sees biogas benefits
The COHRAL systems gas balloon is providing cleaner wastewater effluent and a reduced carbon footprint. The clean operating environment of the GWE COHRAL plant. An Australian beef processing plant is showing other food and beverage producers how they could tap into the energy potential of their organic wastewater streams. Here, we look at an anaerobic […]
Read MoreRecovery of potato proteins from potato starch wastewater
Innovative Food Science & Emerging Technologies The research article ‘Recovery and purification of potato proteins from potato starch wastewater by hollow fiber separation membrane integrated process’ has been published in Elsevier journal Innovative Food Science & Emerging Technologies. Abstract Potato starch wastewater contains high-concentration potato proteins which have great potential in the fields of food and […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval supports 1.5°C Business Playbook
Alfa Laval has joined the 1.5°C Business Playbook, a spin-off from the Exponential Roadmap initiative, to accelerate its efforts to become carbon neutral by 2030. The 1.5°C Business Playbook, which was launched earlier this year at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, provides tools for companies and organizations that want to align with the […]
Read MoreCovid-19: How the filtration and separation industry is responding
3D illustration of Covid-19 under the microscope. Image Andrii Vodolazhskyi/Shutterstock. Our coronavirus coverage shows how filtration and separation companies around the world are responding to and dealing with the spread of Covid-19. NEWS INDA launches new portal to meet Covid-19 need The portal increases awareness of actions by nonwoven and engineered fabric producers in the […]
Read MoreScottish Water trials earthworms & fleas to treat wastewater
The technology Scottish Water is trialling with earthworms replicates a process which happens naturally within the soil. The objective of the INNOQUA project is to provide a decentralised , ecological wastewater treatment for use in rural communities. The EU-funded INNOQUA project aims to protect and improve the quality of natural water resources by demonstrating that […]
Read MoreTrends in membrane technology for sustainable water treatment
Journal of Cleaner Production. The research article ‘A review of emerging trends in membrane science and technology for sustainable water treatment’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Cleaner Production. Abstract Access to clean and potable water will continue to be a global challenge in as much as sustainable solutions are far-fetched. It has become highly […]
Read MoreWessex Water selects Bluewater Bio’s FilterClear technology
A fully automated 4v2800 FilterClear TSR plant installed at Ledbury STW, Severn Trent Water. Bluewater Bio Ltd FilterClear multimedia filtration technology will be used in three Wessex Water projects in the UK to achieve compliance with tighter phosphorus consents, as set by the Water Framework Directive (WFD). Bluewater Bio will provide a fully automated Tertiary […]
Read MoreTetra Pak launches complete processing line
The complete processing line will use proven technologies such as ultrafiltration and high shear mixing. Tetra Pak’s first complete processing line for feta type white cheese products offers a fully automated and integrated solution to ensure the highest standard of food safety. The complete processing line has been designed to produce a diverse range of […]
Read MoreGrowing demand for Greasezilla FOG separation
The Greasezilla duel tank system heats and separates FOG without need for additives. The Downey Ridge Environmental Company, US developer of the Greasezilla FOG separation technology, has reported that demand for its system is expanding beyond its traditional wastewater treatment and grease trap waste hauling sectors into the biodiesel production, anaerobic digestion, food processing and water […]
Read MoreSMTC PhD alumni wins 2020 AWWA Academic Achievement Award
Nick Chew, a PhD alumni who graduated in January 2019 under the supervision of Prof Wang Rong at the Singapore Membrane Technology Centre (SMTC) under NEWRI at NTU has won the 2020 AWWA Academic Achievement Award. His thesis, “Performance Enhancement of the Membrane Distillation Process via Membrane Surface Modification for Surfactant-Containing Feed Streams”, was […]
Read MoreHengst strengthens filtration management team
Volker Plücker has joined Hengst as group vice president Industrial Filtration. Plücker was most recently CEO of the Filtration Group’s acquired Mahle Industrial Filtration business. He has also served as CEO of Weber Hydraulik and headed up Mann+Hummel’s industrial filtration business for 12 years. Plücker is now part of the Hengst management team and will […]
Read MoreVeolia Water Technologies’ UK operation buys water and wastewater treatment specialist
Publication date: April 2020 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2020, Issue 4 Author(s):
Read MoreWEFTEC opens registration with virtual option
The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has opened registration for those attending WEFTEC 2020 in person and has expanded its offering to include a new virtual event, WEFTEC Connect. WEFTEC 2020, the 93rd annual technical exhibition and conference for water quality professionals, will take place in New Orleans, Louisiana, from 3–7 October as planned and those who […]
Read MoreGrundfos joins Alibaba’s Anti-Counterfeiting Alliance
Grundfos has joined the Alibaba Anti-Counterfeiting Alliance (AACA), a global coalition of companies collaborating to prevent infringements of intellectual property (IP) rights. The alliance, which was formed in 2017 by Chinese online retail giant Alibaba, brings together rights holders and other intellectual property stakeholders to share industry and technical expertise to protect intellectual property rights […]
Read MoreMembrane-electrode assemblies for flow-electrode capacitive deionization
Journal of Membrane Science The research article ‘Membrane-electrode assemblies for flow-electrode capacitive deionization’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 605, 15 June 2020, 118095). Abstract Scale-up of flow-electrode capacitive deionization is hindered due to the reliance on thick brittle graphite current collectors. Inspired by developments of electrochemical technologies we present the use of flexible […]
Read MoreMobile purification benefits a billion
Lead scientist, Professor Darren Reynolds, testing the water with Dr Gillian Clayton. The water purification system in place at the UWE campus in Frenchay, Bristol. Professor Reynolds with the mobile water purification system. Many people worldwide still lack access to safe, clean drinking water. Scientists at the University of the West of England (UWE) have […]
Read MoreDuPont donates PPE to Covid-19 frontline workers
DuPont’s Tyvek coveralls are used for Covid-19 testing. (Image: GettyImages) DuPont has donated 50,000 protective garments to Covid-19 frontline medical staff in Europe’s worst-hit countries. The Tyvek coveralls will give health workers added protection against Covid-19 and exceed WHO requirements. They also fulfil the requirements of EN 14126:2003 (protective clothing against infective agents) and have been […]
Read MoreIncreased demand for filters in breathing devices
Vyon is a versatile porous plastic which can be modified to give it hydrophilic or hydrophobic properties. Porvair Sciences is reporting increased demand for it 3D moulded intake filters and vent diffusers supplied to GCE Healthcare, the manufacturer of the Zen-O lite portable oxygen concentrator for active people suffering from respiratory conditions such as COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). […]
Read MoreDialight GRP Linear light receives certification
The SafeSite GRP LED Linear can withstand ambient temperatures between -40°C and +65°C. The Dialight Group’s new SafeSite Glass Reinforced Polyester (GRP) Linear light has now been certified for use in ATEX Zone 1 Hazardous Areas. Already certified for use in Zone 2 Hazardous Areas at the product’s launch in October, the enhanced certification for the […]
Read MoreAquaporin membranes cut hemodialysis water costs
A forward osmosis system using Aquaporin Inside membranes could reduce the water consumption of dialysis centres by 75%. Aquaporin is working to make hemodialysis more sustainable by using its Aquaporin Inside membranes in a forward osmosis water purification system to reduce the high water consumption of hemodialysis machines by 75%. The Dialysis Department at the […]
Read MoreExecutive leadership changes at Pentair
Pentair plc has made three appointments to its executive leadership team, with Bob Fishman as executive vice president (EVP), chief financial officer and chief accounting officer; Mario D’Ovidio as EVP and president of the Consumer Solutions segment; and Jerome Pedretti as EVP and president of the Industrial & Flow Technologies segment. All three will report […]
Read MoreXylem supports community-based responses to Covid-19
Xylem has extended its Partner Community Grants Program to support community-level responses to Covid-19. The company’s corporate citizenship program, Xylem Watermark, is inviting customers and partners worldwide to nominate non-profit organizations in their communities to receive grant funding for Covid-19 responses. The Watermark Partner Community Grants Program will accept online nominations from Xylem customers, suppliers and partners, anywhere in […]
Read MorePromotions in SPX Flow’s US sales teams
SPX Flow has announced a number of strategic promotions in the company’s US sales teams. Mark Scheid is promoted to Process Solutions Western Territory Leader in the US. Scheid has been with the SPX Flow business for nearly 20 years. His team will work with channel partners in the region to grow many SPX Flow […]
Read MoreHVAC & indoor air quality from Atlas Copco
Breathing air purifiers play an essential role in hazardous applications such as tank cleaning, pharmaceutical manufacturing and spray painting. Atlas Copcos breathing air purifier (BAP) range features seven vital functions. The ideal breathing air purifier should combine the functions of water separation, contaminant filtration and desiccant drying of the air output. In some industrial sectors […]
Read MoreForward osmosis membranes and processes: A comprehensive review
Desalination. The research article ‘Forward osmosis membranes and processes: A comprehensive review of research trends and future outlook’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 485, 1 July 2020, 114455). Abstract Recently, Forward Osmosis (FO) desalination process has been widely investigated as a potential technology that could minimize the drawbacks of traditional desalination processes. To review the […]
Read MoreSulzer Chemtech supports Covid-19 drug production
Sulzers ECR, a high-performance advanced extraction technology is particularly suitable as it can effectively handle a high flow rate, maximising throughput. Sulzer Chemtech’s agitated Kühni column (ECR) for liquid-liquid extraction is being used to increase production capacity of drugs produced by pharmaceutical manufacturer Farmhispania, to treat critically ill Covid-19 patients. The urgent need for pharma […]
Read MoreToray joint research could boost RO systems
The research findings could help enhance the water permeability and substance removal capabilities of RO systems. (Image: Shutterstock) Toray Industries has announced joint research findings that could help enhance the water permeability and substance removal capabilities of reverse osmosis (RO) systems. The company undertook the research with the Bioengineering Laboratory and Theoretical Molecular Science Laboratory […]
Read MoreCentrisys centrifuges selected for California water recycling plant
A Centrisys CS30-4DT decanter centrifuge. Centrisys Corp is supplying five decanter centrifuges and one spare rotating assembly unit for an upgrade and expansion at Inland Empire Utilities’ Regional Water Recycling Plant No 5 (RP-5) in Chino, California. The five custom CS30-4DT decanter centrifuges and spare rotating assembly unit will be designed, engineered and built in […]
Read MoreELGA LabWater launches system for lab applications
PURELAB Quest is a laboratory water system for lab applications in academia, government and industry. ELGA LabWater, a Veolia Water Technologies company, has released the PURELAB Quest, a laboratory water system that delivers water for lab applications in academia, government and industry. PURELAB Quest’s design allows it to dispense all three types of lab water […]
Read MoreMemsift forms strategic partnership with CSRE in China
Dr J Antony Prince, founder and CEO of Memsift Innovations. Singapore-based Memsift Innovations Pte Ltd has entered into a strategic partnership with Beijing China Science Resources and Environmental Technology Co Ltd (CSRE) to work together on solutions for industrial liquid-waste volume reduction, brine treatment, zero liquid discharge and resource recovery in China. Memsift is the […]
Read MorePatterned polysulfone membranes for microalgae harvesting
Bioresource Technology. The research article ‘Optimization of patterned polysulfone membranes for microalgae harvesting’ has been published in Elsevier journal Bioresource Technology (Volume 309, August 2020, 123367). Abstract Membranes with a wave pattern on the membrane surface are now proposed for the first time to alleviate microalgal fouling and increase the membrane flux. The membrane morphology was observed via […]
Read MoreCETCO launches adsorbent for PFAS remediation
Fluoro-Sorb adsorbent is an NSF-certified product that treats multiple variants of PFAS. CETCO’S new Fluoro-Sorb adsorbent is a NSF-certified product that treats multiple variants of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS have been used in everyday products for many years but the chemical has seeped into soil and water and the strong carbon-fluorine chemical bond prevents […]
Read MoreVeolia helps pulp mill manage chemical recovery
Riau Andalan Pulp & Paper produces high purity pulp at its paper mill in Kerinci. Veolia will treat 550 tonnes per day of precipitator ash through its Enhanced Chloride Removal Process (ECRP). Veolia’s ECRP systems have been designed to integrate into existing facilities. Due to their modularised design, compact ECRP systems are engineered for installation […]
Read MoreNEA’s 3rd Grant Call On Non Incinerable Waste (NIW): Closing The Waste Loop (CTWL) R&D Initiative
NEA has launched the Request-for-Proposal (RFP) on “Landfill Avoidance and Value Recovery for Non-Incinerable Waste” on 19 March 2020. Proposals are invited to be submitted before the closing date of 25 June 2020 (Thursday), 11am*. Applicants can refer to NEA’s webpage at https://www.nea.gov.sg/programmes-grants/grants-and-awards/closing-the-waste-loop-initiative for the RFP’s scope and instructions. The applications are to be […]
Read MoreKoch Separation Solutions expands membrane manufacturing capacity
Koch Separation Solutions (KSS) is expanding the manufacturing capacity of its Puron reinforced hollow fibre membrane technology by 50%. The company says that the manufacturing expansion reflects its significant growth and an increased ability to quickly serve businesses that use its reinforced hollow fibre membrane technologies. “Expanding our Puron membrane manufacturing capacity represents the exciting […]
Read MoreMann+Hummel: new VP for Membrane Solutions
Marco Nava, Mann+Hummels vice president Membrane Solutions. Mann+Hummel has appointed Marco Nava as vice president Membrane Solutions and managing director of membrane and module specialist Microdyn-Nadir. Nava has served as managing director of Microdyn-Nadir Italy since the 2018 acquisition of private-label reverse osmosis spiral-wound membrane manufacturer Oltremare SpA. He was previously CEO of Oltremare. “We […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval launches premium separator system
Alfa Laval’s CultureOne is designed for single-use processing in the biopharmaceutical industry. Alfa Laval’s separator system, the Alfa Laval CultureOne, is designed for single-use processing in the biopharmaceutical industry. All product-contact parts in the separator system can be replaced after each batch which eliminates the risk of cross-contamination between batches, increasing process hygiene and safety […]
Read MoreWatergen: turning air into drinking water
Workers in Vietnam enjoy fresh drinking water from the Watergen unit. Watergens large scale atmospheric water generator. According to the United Nations, more than two billion people are living in countries experiencing high water stress. However, an Israeli company has developed technology which uses humidity in the air to create clean drinking water, potentially making […]
Read MoreUpgrading biogas with novel CCMS membranes
Chemical Engineering Journal. The research article ‘Upgrading biogas with novel composite carbon molecular sieve (CCMS) membranes: Experimental and techno-economic assessment’ has been published in Elsevier’s Chemical Engineering Journal (Volume 394, 15 August 2020, 124957). Abstract The use of biogas as feedstock for hydrogen production was widely proposed in the literature in the last years as a strategy to […]
Read MoreFlow-Tech Systems launches industrial treatment
Flow-Tech Industrial is a chemical-free water treatment systems designed for heavy industrial applications. US water technology company Flow-Tech Systems recently introduced Flow-Tech Industrial, an offshoot of the company’s chemical-free water treatment systems designed for heavy industrial applications. The technology is already in use in mineral, bacteria, and corrosion management in facilities including power plants, mineral […]
Read MoreNational Research Foundation – Call For Ideas: To thrive in the new COVID-19 normal
Overview The National Research Foundation (NRF) is calling for innovative ideas or proposed technological solutions from our Research Innovation & Enterprise (RIE) community, to enable Singapore and Singaporeans to adapt, and even thrive, in the “new COVID-19 normal”. There are no pre-defined themes or sectors identified for this Call-for-Ideas, but the problem statement being […]
Read MoreGrundfos to close BioBooster business
The Grundfos BioBooster operations are to close following a series of unsuccessful attempts to refocus the business. Grundfos says that the company has failed to make a profit since it started in 1999 despite strong technology and significant investments. “We remain dedicated to pioneering solutions for water-related challenges, which is reflected in water solutions being […]
Read MoreBrackish water desalination for greenhouses
The research article ‘Brackish water desalination for greenhouses: improving groundwater quality for irrigation using monovalent selective electrodialysis reversal’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science. Abstract Reverse osmosis (RO) is the most widely used desalination technology for treating brackish water prior to irrigation. RO, however, removes both monovalent ions (Na+,Cl−) detrimental to crops and […]
Read MoreProMinent donates water treatment system
ProMinent China employees installed and commissioned the water treatment system in just three days. ProMinent China recently donated two chlorine dioxide systems for water treatment to a temporary emergency hospital in Wuhan, built to combat the spread of Covid-19. Following the outbreak of Covid-19 in the Wuhan region, the second of two provisional hospitals came […]
Read MoreCulligan acquires AquaVenture, divests Seven Seas Water
Culligan has completed its acquisition of AquaVenture Holdings Ltd and sold the Seven Seas Water operating segment to Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners. Culligan will retain AquaVenture’s Quench operating segment, which provides bottle-free, filtered drinking water systems and services. “We are excited to announce that the Quench team, and their leading platform in the US Office […]
Read MoreSPX Flow completes sale of Power and Energy business
SPX Flow Inc has sold its Power and Energy segment to funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. The sale is part of SPX Flow’s strategy to focus on process solutions for essential sanitary and industrial process markets. Approximately 50% of SPX Flow’s sales are now in sanitary markets such as food and […]
Read Moreakvola Technologies introduces MicroGas XL series
The new MicroGas XL from akvola Technologies, is for high gas flow rates. (Image: akvola Technologies) The new MicroGas XL series from water technology company akvola Technologies is for high gas flow rates and can be used for building energy-efficient large-scale flotation plants and oxygenation and ozonation systems. Unlike conventional microbubble generation technologies, the MicroGas technology […]
Read MoreDigital water solutions can help combat Covid-19
Albert Cho, vice president and general manager at Xylem. Remote monitoring and data acquisition technologies will enable utility managers to keep an eye on their assets in real time even if they cannot visit. (Image: Shutterstock) Cloud-based SCADA platforms will enable operators to safely work from home, or from anywhere, as needed. (Image AdobeStock) Albert […]
Read MorePorvair adapts manufacturing to fight Covid-19
Porvair has adapted its manufacturing to produce ventilators and contribute towards medical testing and pharmaceutical production. In response to government calls for businesses to support the production and supply of ventilators and their components, Porvair has adapted some of its manufacturing processes to supply ventilator and breathing apparatus. The company’s Segensworth division in the UK […]
Read MoreDe Nora marine sewage treatment systems are certified as complying with IMO and BV marine type approvals
Publication date: March 2020 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2020, Issue 3 Author(s):
Read MoreOzopure releases next generation ozone technology
Ozopures technology uses flat plate reaction modules, avoids the use of glass and its end and middle plates boost robustness. Manufacturer of ozone generators, Ozopure has spent four years developing new ozone technology for use with wastewater, potable water, in the pharmaceutical and food industries, for disinfection and sterilisation and reverse osmosis. Ozone has a […]
Read MoreTemasek Foundation – Seeking Solutions to Combat Outbreak of Infectious Diseases
Temasek Foundation is calling on individuals, groups, start-ups or companies, who are working on impactful and innovative technologies targeted at combating the COVID-19 virus or other infectious disease outbreaks, to submit their proposals for project development funding. This is a new call for proposals to support impactful and innovative technologies to be piloted or […]
Read MoreSiltbuster launches online monitoring system
Siltbuster’s Clarity alerts plant operators that the system needs attention to maintain compliance with any discharge criteria in place. Siltbuster’s online real-time water quality monitoring and reporting system, Clarity, offers environmental advisors and managers in the construction industry a greater level of reassurance when monitoring environmental performance remotely. The result of 18 months of development […]
Read MoreDuPont donates RO elements to Ethiopian village
The US Ambassador to Ethiopia, Michael Raynor, turned on the tap to make fresh water available in the village of Serdo. DuPont Water Solutions recently joined forces with USAID, CARE Ethiopia and Puretec Israel to provide clean, safe water to the community in the drought stricken village of Serdo in Ethiopia. When a seal came […]
Read MoreH2O Innovation appoints new sales manager for biofuels
Jerry Tegels, a 30-year veteran of the water treatment chemicals and equipment industry, has joined H2O Innovation as biofuels sales manager. Tegels started his career as a chemical engineer at Ryko Manufacturing in the early days of reverse osmosis, and has been in technical/chemical sales with Betz/GE Water and Buckman in the ethanol process treatment and […]
Read MoreEnhanced fabrication of silicon carbide membranes for wastewater treatment
The research article ‘Enhanced Fabrication of Silicon Carbide Membranes for Wastewater Treatment: from Laboratory to Industrial Scale’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science. Abstract An environmental-friendly procedure has been developed for the fabrication of pure silicon carbide membranes on macroporous SiC support via ceramic processing. Water dispersions of α-SiC powders were used for […]
Read MoreToday’s trends in indoor air pollution from H&V
Mike Clark, division president of High Efficiency and Specialty Filtration at Hollingsworth & Vose. Indoor air pollution is probably receiving more attention than ever. Here Mike Clark, division president of High Efficiency and Specialty Filtration at Hollingsworth & Vose discusses some of the key issues surrounding air pollution and filtration today. At last year’s FILTECH […]
Read MoreGreasezilla offers modular FOG separation system
Designed for both interior and exterior placement, the modular Greasezilla FOG separation system is scalable in 10,000-gallon processing modules. The Greasezilla FOG Brown Grease separation technology, developed by the US-based Downey Ridge Environmental Company, is now available in a modular system configuration to accommodate remote collection sites and large-scale food production facilities where high volumes […]
Read MoreLanxess introduces new normalisation software
The PerforMem program, developed by LANXESS, can be used to evaluate the performance of a reverse osmosis system and quickly identify faults. (Image: LANXESS) Specialty chemicals company LANXESS has developed PerforMem, software for analysing reverse osmosis which automatically imports system data from templates in standard process control systems and normalises large volumes of data. When […]
Read MoreFramo offers tailor-made oil skimmer
Framo’s new solution allows customers to specify a range of options to tailor their systems to fit operational requirements Framo has introduced a new customisable oil skimmer offering based on its TransRec platform, which allows customers to specify a range of options to tailor their systems to fit their operational requirements. The system, used in […]
Read MoreSofi Filtration and Encotech trial system
The trail combined Encotechs cross-flow filtration system integration with Sofis advanced microfilter. Finnish water filtration company, Sofi Filtration, and US company Encotech, an environmental products and systems integrator, have partnered to combine Encotech’s cross-flow filtration system integration with Sofi’s advanced microfilter. The system integration has sophisticated sensing and controls for determining the state of material fouling […]
Read MoreGrundfos Foundation to support fight against COVID-19
3D illustration of COVID-19 under the microscope. Image Andrii Vodolazhskyi/Shutterstock. Community members in Zeze, Tanzania collect safe, clean water from Grundfos technology and solar-powered water systems installed by Water Mission. Photo: Water Mission. As part of Grundfos’s 75th anniversary celebrations, the Poul Due Jensen Foundation (Grundfos Foundation) has increased its budget for donations from a […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval awarded SEK60mn renewable energy order in Sweden
Alfa Laval has secured a SEK60 million order from the Nordic energy company St1 for a process line to be installed in a new biorefinery plant that is being built in Gothenburg, Sweden. The Alfa Laval equipment will remove various impurities from waste fats and oils, which later will be converted into renewable fuels. Alfa […]
Read MoreEclipse Magnetics achieves EHEDG certification
Eclipse Magnetics EHEDG magnetic separator is a high intensity magnetic separator designed to operate in pneumatic conveying lines and gravity pipes. Eclipse Magnetics is now able to offer an EHEDG magnetic separator for use in pneumatic conveying lines, lean/dilute phase and gravity pipes, with EHEDG Type EL Class II certification. After careful evaluation by the European Hygienic Engineering & […]
Read MoreUltrafiltration membranes for wastewater and water process engineering
The research article ‘Ultrafiltration membranes for wastewater and water process engineering: A comprehensive statistical review over the past decade’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Water Process Engineering (Volume 35, June 2020, 101241). Abstract The primary intention of this review is to showcase and quantify the level of research interest and current research trends concerning UF membrane […]
Read MoreExecutive team changes at Xylem
Xylem has appointed two new commercial and segment leaders to its executive team. Hayati Yarkadas is the new senior vice president, and president, Water Infrastructure & Europe Commercial Team, while Matthew Pine has been appointed SVP and president, Applied Water Systems & Americas Commercial Team. Yarkadas was most recently president of Performance Materials at Trinseo, […]
Read MoreLanxess helps supply water to African village
Solar-powered reverse osmosis membrane elements from Lanxess Lewabrane brand are used to turn raw water with a high salt content of 4,800 ppm into potable water. (Image: Boreal Light GmbH) Specialty chemicals company Lanxess is supplying its reverse osmosis membrane elements for use in a solar-powered desalination system called WaterKiosk which provides clean water to […]
Read MoreMann+Hummel: new head of Life Sciences & Environment
Fua Nipah, president and general manager of Mann+Hummel Life Sciences & Environment. Singapore-based Fua Nipah has been appointed president and general manager of Mann+Hummel’s Life Sciences & Environment (LS&E) business. The global LS&E business unit comprises Mann+Hummel’s air filtration and membrane solutions segments as well as future solutions outside the automotive sector. Nipah has been […]
Read MoreCleaner oil for grinding machines with Eclipse
The AutoMag Skid removes magnetic and para-magnetic contamination, down to submicron size. The swarf material that was removed from the machine was saturated with oil and OSL Cutting Technologies had to pay for its removal and disposal. When a UK supplier of specialist tools for industrial engineers had problems with oil contamination in its grinding […]
Read MoreLow-chemical membrane filtration of polluted water
The research article ‘Light conducting photocatalytic membrane for chemical-free fouling control in water treatment’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science. Abstract This work shows for the first time the convenient in-situ UV illumination of a titanium dioxide (TiO2) photocatalytic membrane via a porous glass substrate for effective fouling reduction during water treatment. By directing […]
Read MoreDuPont Water Solutions wins award for MABR
DuPont Water Solutions was overall winner of the Technology award at the recent WEX Global Awards in Barcelona, where the company was also shortlisted for five out of a total of 10 categories. Mark Barker, CEO of WEX, said the judges were particularly impressed by the DuPont Water Solutions’ OxyMem drop-in MABR modules that enhance […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters makes metalworking investment
Programming a CNC machining cell in the new metalworking shop at Amazon Filters Camberley plant. Amazon Filters has opened a 12 500 sq ft (1160 sq m) metalwork facility close to its European manufacturing centre in Camberley, Surrey, UK. The new metalworking hub features a component shop with CNC machining and cutting cells, a press […]
Read MoreIndustrial dust extraction systems
Cyclofilter dust extraction and wood waste handling plant handling over 10 tonnes of material per hour, the equivalent of 115,000 m3/hr. Cyclofilter dust extraction system for composite door manufacture. This return air system delivers filtered air back to the workspace to reduce heating costs. Creating a safe working environment is an important part of health […]
Read MoreMicrofiltration of suspensions and macromolecular solutions
The research article ‘The behavior of suspensions and macromolecular solutions in crossflow microfiltration: An update’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 601, 1 March 2020, 117865). Abstract More than two decades after the highly-cited review on microfiltration of suspensions and macromolecular solutions, it is time to revisit and update the fundamentals and […]
Read MoreMembrion raises funding for commercial production
Membrions silica gel-based membranes. (Image: Membrion) Membrion, a manufacturer of lower cost, high performance ion exchange membranes, has received a total of US$6 million funding to begin commercial production of its silica gel ceramic membranes at its new production facility in Seattle. The company has developed Molecular Self Assembly (MSA) technology that uses readily available, non-toxic […]
Read MoreDynamic Modifiers launches fire retardant compound
PAL VersaCHAR is a non-halogenated, low-smoke, lightweight fire retardant compound. Dynamic Modifiers, a US manufacturer of polyolefin polymer compounders, has introduced its PAL VersaCHAR, a new non-halogenated, low-smoke, lightweight fire retardant compound which the company will use in filter end-caps, cores, cages and housings in liquid and frames in air filtration. The plastic compound protects against […]
Read MoreTemasek Foundation – The Liveability Challenge 2020
By 2050, 2.5 billion more people will live in cities, demanding more food, products and services than ever before, even while we face growing challenges related to resource scarcity and climate change. This is why The Liveability Challenge is back in 2020, and in this third edition, we’re on the global hunt for ground-breaking, […]
Read MoreGWE partnership reduces waste in starch factory
GWE has designed a new wastewater treatment plant for a Russian starch factory. Global Water & Energy (GWE), part of the Global Water Engineering Group of companies, has designed a new wastewater treatment plant for a Russian starch factory. The factory has doubled its corn processing capabilities and mitigated its environmental impact by installing the […]
Read MoreGardner Denver merges with Ingersoll Rand Industrial Segment
Gardner Denver Holdings Inc has completed its merger with the Ingersoll Rand Industrial segment. The newly combined company, named Ingersoll Rand Inc, produces mission-critical flow creation systems, including air compressors, pumps, blowers, the Club Car brand of electric vehicles, and systems for fluid management, loading and material handling. Ingersoll Rand will operate as four reportable segments: […]
Read MoreIonomr financing aids commercialisation of membrane technology
Publication date: February 2020 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2020, Issue 2 Author(s):
Read MoreFluence makes first Subre sale in Cambodia
Fluence Corp Ltd has sold a Subre membrane aerated biofilm reactor (MABR) to Cambodia’s Sihanoukville Port for the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction through its local partner Xwater Technology Co Ltd. The order, valued at more than US$7 million, consists of 66 Subre towers. Delivery is expected by June 2020. The smart products […]
Read MoreAndritz showcases water technology at IFAT
A highlight of the Andritz exhibits at IFAT is a model of its gravity filter, an economic alternative to plastic filter cartridge plants. (Image: Andritz) Andritz will be exhibiting its new technologies, services and automation solutions for the water, wastewater, waste management, and raw materials industries at the IFAT 2020, which takes place in Munich […]
Read MoreRemoving micropollutants from water
The research article ‘Removal of micropollutants from water by commercially available nanofiltration membranes’ has been published in Elsevier journal Science of The Total Environment. Abstract The current work is focused on the use of nanofiltration in the removal of micropollutants, specially drugs (diclofenac and ibuprofen) and heavy metal (zinc sulphate and zinc nitrate) from wastewater. The […]
Read MoreAdvertorial: LENZING™ solution from botanic origins
100% cellulose LENZING Lyocell Shortcut fibers are resistant to chemical degradation by organic solvents, fuels and oils. LENZING Lyocell Shortcut fibres are derived from sustainably-grown wood, harvested from certified and controlled sources. Cellulose has been used in the formation of filter media throughout history. Today’s wood-based Lyocell fibers provide a combination of high technical performance […]
Read MoreChinese approval for Alfa Laval PureBallast 3
Alfa Laval’s PureBallast 3 now has Chinese type approval, allowing the company to support all shipowners who build or sail under the Chinese flag. Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 has become one of the first non-Chinese ballast water treatment solutions to be type approved by the China Classification Society, allowing its installation on vessels that carry […]
Read MoreAquaporin joins Space Exploration Danmark
Aquaporin has joined Space Exploration Danmark to broaden and share its knowledge with other stakeholders. Aquaporin has expanded its space activities by joining the Danish interdisciplinary partnership Space Exploration Danmark to promote manned and unmanned space exploration by Denmark between 2020 and 2022. The company has been heavily involved in developing solutions for space since […]
Read MoreHydranautics releases membrane projection software
The software is based on the companys simulator and is its next generation integrated membrane projection software. Hydranautics, a Nitto Group company, has launched its IMSDesign Cloud membrane projection software to simulate RO, UF and NF membrane projections in various combinations. The software is based on the company’s simulator and is its next generation integrated […]
Read MoreDe Nora joins the Smart Water Networks Forum
De Nora is now a member of SWAN, the UK-based Smart Water Networks Forum. SWAN brings together international water utilities, solution providers, academics, investors, regulators and other industry experts to accelerate the awareness and adoption of smart, data-driven solutions in water and wastewater networks worldwide. “De Nora is a great fit for membership in SWAN […]
Read MoreThe challenges of RO disinfection
Biofouling in water reverse osmosis remains a severe and recurrent problem. (Image Scott T. O’Donnell/Shutterstock) Biofouling under the microscope. An example of biofouling on a RO element. Bacterial colony seen by microscopy (3 micrometer range). Bacterial colony mixed with crystal scale by microscopy (300 nm range). Biofouling in water reverse osmosis remains a severe and […]
Read MoreMan City FC and Xylem deliver clean water in Bangalore
Manchester City Football Club has teamed up with official water technology partner Xylem for a second year to build two new sustainable clean water towers in Bangalore, India with the help of volunteer fans. As part of the club’s Cityzens Giving project, five Manchester City fans from across India joined Xylem employees and former player […]
Read MoreSIMAM provides MBR technology for Italian plant
SIMAM’s MBR technology at the Terni Water treatment plant in Italy. (Image: SIMAM) Italian engineering and construction company, SIMAM S.p.A from Senigallia, has just completed work on a major expansion project at a wastewater treatment plant in Terni, Italy. The water treatment plant is owned by a large Italian company and handles concentrate from dyeing […]
Read MoreMembrane fouling mitigation strategies for desalination
The review article ‘Fouling mitigation in forward osmosis and membrane distillation for desalination’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 480, 15 April 2020, 114338). Abstract Freshwater scarcity is one of the grand challenges that has posed threats to the global economy, societal stability and ecosystem balance. Desalination has been long recognized as an effective approach for […]
Read MoreResearchers develop new water from air process
The new system developed by researchers at Technion, the Israel Institute of Technology, which produces water from the air. A new energy-efficient, two-stage separation system which produces clean water from the air has been developed by Technion, the Israel Institute of Technology, and aims to provide water to small and isolated communities. Professor David Broday […]
Read MoreVeolia launches SIRION Advanced for process water
Veolia Water Technologies has released the SIRION Advanced, a compact, plug-and-play reverse osmosis system for high purity water production. Through Solys, its internal manufacturing and global logistics platform, Veolia Water Technologies has released the SIRION Advanced, a compact, plug-and-play reverse osmosis system for high purity water production which integrates the company’s AQUAVISTA digital services. The company […]
Read MoreFiltXPO speakers address water sustainability
FiltXPO attendees will hear the latest research findings from Eric M.V. Hoek, PhD, on uncharged organic transport through nanofiltration/reverse osmosis membranes. The latest keynote presentation to join the programme for the FiltXPO International Filtration/Separation Exhibition & Technical Conference is entitled, Engineering the Next Generation of Membrane Materials Needed to Achieve Global Water Sustainability Goals. FiltXPO […]
Read MoreLow dimensional carbon membrane designs
The research article ‘A review on low dimensional carbon desalination and gas separation membrane designs’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 598, 15 March 2020, 117785). Abstract The widespread use of low dimensional carbon membrane for desalination and gas separation is limited by the difficulty to physically realise such membrane designs on a meaningful […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters expands cartridge manufacturing capacity
Amazon Filters’ £0.75 million investment has boosted production in Camberley, Surrey, UK. 24/7 cartridge production at Amazon Filters facility in Camberley, Surrey, UK. Amazon Filters has made a £0.75 million investment to boost 24/7 cartridge production at its European manufacturing centre in Camberley, Surrey, UK.at its European manufacturing centre in Camberley, Surrey, UK. As well […]
Read MoreBioFlex turns wood into green bioproducts
The BioFlex process is a pre-treatment technology for lignocellulosic biomass which uses waste wood. The main products from the BioFlex process are cellulose and lignin for use in a more sustainable chemical industry. (l to r) Agnieszka Brandt-Talbot, Jason Hallett and Florence Gschwend of Chrysalix Technologies. The process of using crude oil to produce petroleum […]
Read MoreWANGEN X-UNIT offers 6 bar pressure stability
Wangens new modular X-UNIT system is designed for the separation and crushing of foreign bodies. Wangen’s new modular X-UNIT system, designed for the separation and crushing of foreign bodies provides protection for plant and equipment and now has 6 bar pressure stability and optimised properties. The X-UNIT is made up of the X-TRACT (foreign matter […]
Read MoreImagine H2O Asia Accelerator Program
Imagine H2O Asia, the water innovation accelerator, is now accepting applications to its 2020 program. Up to 10 global companies with a commitment to develop and scale their water businesses in Southeast Asia and the wider region will be invited to participate. Solutions will be considered that advance water and climate resilience across various […]
Read MoreVeolia to provide chloride removal system
Veolia’s technology will optimise the processing of wood-derived pulp used to make cellulose fibres. Veolia Water Technologies will deliver key chemical removal technology to a global pulp producer in Brazil, which is designed to optimise the processing of wood-derived pulp used to make cellulose fibres. The growing demand for textiles made with renewable fibres has […]
Read MoreHRS explains exchanger fouling
Corrugated tubes have been shown to help reduce many types of fouling. For materials with the highest fouling factor, a scraped-surface heat exchanger, like the patented HRS Unicus Series, may be required. Limescale from water may be the most common form of chemical fouling, but there are many others. Biological fouling from algae can often […]
Read MoreKansas Ethanol to install Whitefox ICE membrane dehydration system
Kansas Ethanol’s plant in Lyons, Kansas. Kansas Ethanol LLC is to use a Whitefox ICE membrane dehydration system at its 77 million gallons per year (mmgy) plant in Lyons, Kansas, USA to further reduce energy consumption. The Whitefox ICE will enable Kansas Ethanol to increase production by an average rate of 30 000 gallons per […]
Read MoreNSF/ANSI cuts permissible lead concentration
Ben Kaczmarek tests drinking water treatment systems at NSF International for NSF certification to the new lower lead threshold. (Image: NSF International) The joint committee governing the American National Standards for drinking water treatment units recently lowered the maximum allowable concentration of lead in treated drinking water to 5 parts per billion. Standards NSF/ANSI 53: Drinking […]
Read MoreThe future of membranes
The review article ‘Thinking the future of membranes: Perspectives for advanced and new membrane materials and manufacturing processes’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 598, 15 March 2020, 117761). Abstract The state-of-the-art of membrane technology is characterized by a number of mature applications such as sterile filtration, hemodialysis, water purification and gas separation, as […]
Read MoreTemasek Foundation – 7th Ecosperity Innovations Call for Proposals
Temasek Foundation champions sustainability and innovative solutions to improve liveability in an abc World of active and productive economies, beautiful and inclusive societies, and a clean and cool earth. Through the Ecosperity Innovations Call for Proposals, Temasek Foundation funds and supports ideas and innovations for actual application through commercialisation and enterprise, to bring about […]
Read MoreJanuary 2020’s top filtration stories
Image DG-Studio/Shutterstock. DuPont’s latest acquisitions, a portable purification system developed at UWE Bristol and a new Toray seawater desalinating RO membrane were the most-read stories on the Filtration+Separation website during January 2020. 1. DuPont expands water technology portfolio with 4 acquisitions DuPont completes its acquisitions of Desalitech, Inge GmbH, Memcor and OxyMem Ltd. 2. UWE […]
Read MoreExtended role for De Nora product technology manager
De Nora has expanded product technology manager Sean Kennedy’s role to focus on the growing global water contamination crisis. Kennnedy, who is based in the Philadelphia area office, joined De Nora last year to manage Sorb™ inorganic contaminant removal technologies, including arsenic and nitrate removal. Now he will also manage the company’s Uat™ membrane filtration […]
Read MoreLiquinex suitcase water purification wins award
Liquinex’s compact water purification system has won a global water award in Dubai. The Singaporean water treatment and recycling company Liquinex, developers of a compact, solar-operated water purification system the size of a suitcase, has won a global water award in Dubai. Liquinex was awarded first place in the Innovative Research and Development Award International […]
Read MoreTapflo establishes office in Croatia
The Croatian flag. Image: Armita/Shutterstock. The Swedish Tapflo Group is strengthening its presence in central Europe by setting up Tapflo Croatia. Tapflo Croatia, which will handle the Croatian and Slovenian markets, will offer the full range of Tapflo products including electrically operated diaphragm pumps, air operated diaphragm pumps, active pulsation dampeners, centrifugal pumps, filter press […]
Read MoreBeer benefits from Tsurumi aerator treatment
The TRN submersible aerators were installed in fall of 2018. The installation of the free-standing BER/TRN aerator is easier to install and more economical. Tsurumis TRN submersible aerators have been designed for easy installation and simple maintenance. The TRN submersible aerators were installed in fall of 2018. The installation of the free-standing BER/TRN aerator is […]
Read MoreI.W. Tremont offers multiple layered depth filter
The MultiDensity 1000 filter is a thin, binderless glass microfibre filter with multiple layers that retain a wide range of solids. The MultiDensity 1000 filter from I.W. Tremont is a thin, binderless glass microfibre filter with multiple layers that retain a wide range of solids. The 0.8 mm filter has a particle retention of 1.0 […]
Read MoreReview: Pre-deposited dynamic membrane filtration
The research article ‘Pre-deposited dynamic membrane filtration – A review’ has been published in the journal Water Research. Abstract A dynamic membrane (DM) is a layer of particles deposited via permeation drag onto a conventional membrane, such that the deposited particles act as a secondary membrane that minimizes fouling of the primary membrane to lower transmembrane […]
Read MoreAmazon Filters supports Anglian Water project
Amazon’s Supa Spun II filter cartridges in production. Amazon Filters has been working with Anglian Water on its drought resilience project by supplying a temporary filtration unit and responding to demand for filter cartridges with its Supa Spun II products. Anglian Water’s new £28 million Grafham resilience scheme allows the transfer of treated drinking water […]
Read MoreKMS’ acquisition of ion-exchange systems firm broadens the range of separation products it offers its customers
Publication date: January 2020 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2020, Issue 1 Author(s): Towards the end of 2019, US-based membrane technology company Koch Membrane Systems (KMS) bought ion-exchange systems manufacturer Eco-Tec Inc.
Read MoreG.research: 30th Annual Pump, Valve & Water Systems Symposium
G.research LLC will run its 30th Annual Pump, Valve & Water Systems Symposium on 27 February 2020 in New York City. Participating companies include Ametek, Badger Meter, Crane Co, Dover Corp, EnPro Industries, Evoqua Water Technologies, Flowserve Corp, Fluence Corp, Graco, Idex Corp, ITT Corp, Landis + Gyr, Mueller Water Products, Rexnord, The Timken Co, […]
Read MoreZero Brine finalist for Water Innovator 2020 Award
Zero Brine is one of three finalists for Water Innovator of the Year, an award which recognises companies or government institutions committed to new ideas and sustainability in their use of industrial wastewater. The EU-funded Zero Brine project aims to further the circular economy by reducing industrial saline wastewater streams and does this by recovering […]
Read MoreForward Water uses Aquaporin Inside membranes
Forward Water Technologies industrial scale pilot plant uses Aquaporin Inside membranes and has shown that low cost, low energy consumption ZLD is possible. Canadian company Forward Water Technologies’ industrial scale pilot plant has shown that low cost, low energy consumption Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) is now possible using its own two-phase forward osmosis process and […]
Read MoreNext Filtration technology cleans up Brazilian river
Part of São Paulos River Pinheiros in Brazil, where Next Filtrations FOG Stop formulation has proved that it can make significant improvements to pollution. Next Filtrations FOG Stop formulation has proved its effectiveness in reducing river pollution in Brazil. In 2019, the government of São Paulo in Brazil committed to spend US$376 million cleaning up […]
Read MoreHybrid ceramic membranes for organic solvent nanofiltration
The research article ‘Hybrid ceramic membranes for organic solvent nanofiltration: State-of-the-art and challenges’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 599, 1 April 2020, 117839). Abstract Uniquely suited to organic solvent nanofiltration (OSN) are hybrid, ceramic-based membranes. The stability of these membranes in the harsh solvents and conditions of industrial process streams is due to […]
Read MoreCerahelix appoints chief operating officer
Bill Paulus. Cerahelix Inc has hired William (Bill) Paulus as the company’s chief operating officer. Paulus will be responsible for leading Cerahelix’s operational, developmental and manufacturing functions while bringing the company’s flagship product through scaled manufacturing. He joins Cerahelix with over 29 years of experience in manufacturing and global operations, including 20 with Delphi. He […]
Read MorePorvair expands Tekfil depth filter cartridges
The Porvair Filtration Group’s expanded range of Tekfil polypropylene depth filter cartridges now includes solutions for sectors such as food and beverage, pharmaceutical and chemical. Tekfil is available in a range of industrial standard lengths as either absolute or nominal rated cartridges. Tekfil A A high flow, graded depth filter with high contaminant capacity and […]
Read MoreWPL’s treatment process brings big savings
By repurposing the tank with WPL Hybrid-SAF there was no need to take out the existing process treatment vessel. WPLs Hybrid-SAF can be retrofitted into any vessel, regardless of shape or size. The 30% smaller site footprint required at Sherborne wastewater treatment plant is also reflected in the energy consumption of the plant. Offsite manufacture […]
Read MoreHCN recovery by membrane gas separation
. The research article ‘Hydrogen cyanide recovery by membrane gas separation’ has been published in Elsevier’s Chemical Engineering Journal (Volume 386, 15 April 2020, 124049). Abstract Hydrogen cyanide is an important feedstock in many chemical industries, synthesized from natural gas and ammonia. To recovery unreacted ammonia and purify the hydrogen cyanide from water and hydrogen, additional chemical separation […]
Read MoreRivertrace monitor receives DNV GL compliance
Rivertraces SMART ESM (Exhaust Scrubber Washwater Monitor) is fully compliant with MEPC 259 (68). Rivertrace Ltd, a UK-based developer of smart water quality monitoring technology, has received a statement of compliance from DNV GL for its Exhaust Scrubber Washwater Monitor, the SMART ESM. Any washwater used by wet scrubber systems to remove pollutants from exhaust gas […]
Read MorePorvair releases filter elements for nuclear power
Porvair’s Sinterflo MC septa filter elements are designed for nuclear power generating applications. The Porvair Filtration Group has launched its Sinterflo MC septa filter elements designed for nuclear power generating applications including reactor water clean-up, radwaste processing, fuel pool clean-up and condensate polishing. These products are also appropriate for use in fossil fuel power generating […]
Read MoreMemsift to provide water recovery subsystem for space application
Concept design of the WRSS prototype SUNAI. Singapore start-up Memsift Innovations Pte Ltd has received an order from the Danish Aerospace Company A/S to deliver a water recovery subsystem (WRSS) prototype for application in space. Memsift has signed a product testing agreement (PTA) with Aquaporin Space Alliance ApS, a joint venture between Aquaporin A/S and […]
Read MoreDuPont expands water technology portfolio with four acquisitions
DuPont has completed its acquisitions of Desalitech, Inge GmbH, Memcor and OxyMem Ltd. The four acquisitions broaden DuPont Water Solutions’ portfolio of water purification and separation technologies, including ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis and ion exchange resins. The Desalitech acquisition included the company (brands and product portfolio), intellectual property, and a workforce of 40. Desalitech’s closed-circuit reverse […]
Read MoreHydro International showcases products at Floodex
An example of a Hydro International flood control structure with Hydro-Brake Flood and Hydro-Logic Smart Monitoring. Hydro International’s range of products to prevent flooding and manage flood risk will be exhibited at Floodex 2020, taking place in Peterborough, UK on 26-27 February. Floodex regularly plays host to many seminars surrounding a variety of topics, including […]
Read MoreAirport upgrade with inge® ultrafiltration
The inge® ultrafiltration modules (UF) at Beijing Airport have been running successfully for ten years. Following ten years of huge savings in the amount of tap water used at the airport, the customer opted for the next generation of inge® UF modules to upgrade the technology. When Beijing airport’s water supply system needed an upgrade […]
Read MoreRecent advances in nanofibrous membranes
The review article ‘Recent advances in nanofibrous membranes: Production and applications in water treatment and desalination’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 478, 15 March 2020, 114178). Abstract Desalination of seawater is a promising technique that contributes a reliable and abundant source of clean potable water. This review investigates the current status and forthcoming advancement in […]
Read MoreMann+Hummel divests Fluid Brasil
Mann+Hummel’s headquarters in Ludwigsburg, Germany. Mann+Hummel has sold its Mann+Hummel Fluid Brasil business to Luis Guilherme Pozzani da Rocha, the former CEO of the Brazilian company. All Mann+Hummel Fluid Brasil employees have transferred to the new organization which is now called Fluid Brasil. Fluid Brasil continues operating in the areas of water and wastewater treatment, as […]
Read MorePorvair launches resin bonded filters
The rigid phenolic resin structure ensures that Bonfil filters can withstand high viscosities and temperatures . The Porvair Filtration Group has released the Bonfil grooved cartridge filters designed for aggressive chemical applications. Available in a broad range of micron sizes (1μm to 150μm), the Bonfil cartridge filters are suitable for clarification and removal of gels […]
Read MoreEvoqua completes sale of Memcor product line
Evoqua Water Technologies has finalised the divestiture of its Memcor product line to DuPont Safety & Construction. The Memcor product line consists of microfiltration, ultrafiltration and membrane bioreactors (MBR). The divested business has approximately 190 employees globally. Gross proceeds from the sale were approximately US$110 million. “The successful closing of the Memcor divestiture is an […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval wins SEK65mn decanter order
Alfa Laval is to supply decanters to dewater sludge at wastewater treatment plants in Italy. The SEK65 million order, which also includes service agreements, is booked in the Decanter unit of Alfa Laval’s Food & Water Division. Deliveries are scheduled for 2020.
Read MorePositive centrifugal stillage separation
The 8Feathers Distillery produces small batch spirits made from pure water and locally sourced grains in Idaho. An artesian well underneath the distillery supplies high quality water. The Centri-Siftercentrifugal sifter separates about 3409 kg per week of fine grain particles from 8Feathers stillage. A US distillery was looking to dispose of its grain slurry waste, […]
Read MoreToray creates energy-effective RO membrane
Toray Industries says its new seawater desalinating reverse osmosis (RO) membrane produces 70% more clean drinking water than other similar products, making it a highly energy-effective membrane. Technological advances with RO membrane-based water treatment have lowered water production costs and helped solve water issues around the globe. However, the issue with conventional RO membranes is that […]
Read MoreEclipse Magnetics’ sieve magnets for food industry
The sieve magnet is a full stainless-steel design which is fully compatible with industry standard sieves. Eclipse Magnetics is now offering a full range of ATEX certified sieve magnets to ensure product purity in the food industry. The sieve magnet is a full stainless-steel design which is fully compatible with industry standard and leading manufacturers of vibratory […]
Read MoreDirect membrane filtration for wastewater treatment
The research article ‘Direct membrane filtration for wastewater treatment and resource recovery: A review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Science of The Total Environment. Abstract Direct membrane filtration has shown great potential in wastewater treatment and resource recovery in terms of its superior treated water quality, efficient nutrient recovery, and sustainable operation, especially under some […]
Read MoreUWE Bristol develops portable purification system
Lead scientist, Professor Darren Reynolds with the portable purification system. A mini mobile water treatment plant developed by scientists at UWE Bristol, which can purify hundreds of thousands of litres of water, is currently undergoing trials at the university’s Frenchay campus. Initial tests have shown the system can transform dirty pond water into clean water which meets […]
Read MoreSartorius set to acquire parts of Danaher’s life science portfolio
Publication date: December 2019 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2019, Issue 12 Author(s): Germany’s Sartorius Ag has recently signed an agreement to buy businesses from Danaher Corp – covering label-free biomolecular characterisation, chromatography hardware and resins, and microcarriers – which are part of its life science portfolio.
Read MoreMicrodyn-Nadir unveils updated website
The new website places an emphasis on products, applications and availability of technical material. Microdyn-Nadir’s new website places an emphasis on products, applications and availability of technical material, with a focus on customer engagement. The improvements allow customers to find what they need quickly. In addition, the website offers the option to view pages in […]
Read MoreSaltworks commissions membrane concentrator
used together, the technologies within the membrane concentrator can concentrate highly scaling brines to 130,000 mg/L total dissolved solids. Saltworks Technologies has begun commissioning a membrane concentrator which makes extensive use of turbocharged reverse osmosis. The turbocharging relies on four elements: BrineRefine technology to remove scaling ions, which enables downstream processing at extremely high recoveries; […]
Read MorePorvair expands range of compressed air filters
Porvair has launched seven new metallic Compfil filters for use within process air and gas applications. The Porvair Filtration Group has further expanded its range of microfiltration products with the launch of seven new metallic Compfil filters for use within process air and gas applications. The filters are used in industries including sterile applications within […]
Read MoreInge secures its biggest-ever contract
Inge GmbH’s ultrafiltration technology has been chosen as a pretreatment stage for a seawater desalination facility in Singapore. The replacement project is Inge’s biggest contract to date. The contract covers 68 Inge T-Rack 3.0 trains equipped with more than 7000 dizzer XL type modules. These will replace old UF membranes from another manufacturer at the […]
Read MoreToray looks to the future with new R&D centre in Japan
Toray Industries Inc has inaugurated an R&D Innovation Center for the Future at its Shiga plant in Otsu, Japan. The new facility will lead Toray’s global research as its functional materials headquarters. It will engage in research and develop technologies through collaboration with the company’s domestic and overseas production and sales units creating advanced materials, […]
Read MorePFRO: Innovative process for water reuse
Author: Lior Eshed, senior process engineer and product development manager at IDE Technologies. The Central Coast Blue Advanced Water Purification Demo Facility in Pismo Beach, CA. The Pulse Flow Reverse Osmosis (PFRO) is a new way to operate RO, chloramine-free. It allows us to achieve high recovery and very high flux, all in a single […]
Read MoreFouling control in ceramic nanofiltration membranes
The research article ‘Fouling control in ceramic nanofiltration membranes during municipal sewage treatment’ has been published in Elsevier journal Separation and Purification Technology. Abstract Using ceramic nanofiltration membranes for treatment of municipal sewage is upcoming. However, the knowledge on fouling control methods for this application are very limited. The most commonly used fouling control method, chemical […]
Read MoreScreen success at US WWTP
Headworks Internationals Bar Screens being delivered to the Hyperion WRP. The Bar Screens at work at the Hyperion WRP. The Hyperion water reclamation plant (WRP) in Los Angeles is one of the most advanced wastewater treatment plants in the world. When the old screens were upgraded, it chose an international wastewater treatment specialist to provide […]
Read MoreSuez to expand Hungarian ultrafiltration membrane plant
Suez Water Technologies & Solutions CEO Yuvbir Singh announcing the expansion in Hungary. Suez Water Technologies & Solutions is investing around €30 million to expand its ultrafiltration membrane manufacturing plant in Oroszlány, Hungary. The plant is one of the largest in the world dedicated to the production of hollow-fibre ultrafiltration membranes. Suez says that the […]
Read MoreReducing the risk of biogas leakage
AD plants have inherent weak spots, which make them susceptible to biogas leakage. Of the 964 plants surveyed, 85% were suffering from biogas leakage. The UK’s anaerobic digestion (AD) industry has grown by 350% in a decade but biogas leakage is still a problem, leading to environmental pollution and health and safety risks. This article […]
Read MoreApateq’s adaptable direct water reuse system
The Apateq water treatment plant treats brackish well water and pre-treated industrial process water. Dedicated software enables the plant to self-adapt to different water qualities. The Swedish municipality of Mörbylånga faced a shortage of drinking water due to the demands of tourism and local industry. The municipality commissioned a Luxembourg-based water technology company to create […]
Read MoreIDA announces strategic partnership
Officials from the IDA and the Chinese Society of Seawater Desalination and Water Reuse at the signing ceremony. The International Desalination Association (IDA) recently signed a strategic partnership agreement with the Chinese Society of Seawater Desalination and Water Reuse. The partnership agreement was signed at the opening ceremony of the West Lake International Water Conference, […]
Read MoreSartorius extends Joachim Kreuzburg’s appointment as CEO
Dr Joachim Kreuzburg. Sartorius AG’s supervisory board has extended the appointment of group CEO Dr Joachim Kreuzburg by another five-year period to 10 November 2025. The extension was made ahead of schedule. Kreuzburg serves as CEO and executive board chairman of Sartorius. He has been a member of the Sartorius executive board since 2002. “We […]
Read MoreDe.mem’s proprietary MF membrane is targeted at clients in the food and beverage industry
Publication date: November 2019 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2019, Issue 11 Author(s): Australian–Singaporean water and wastewater treatment company De.mem Ltd is now offering a proprietary microfiltration (MF) membrane, which it has developed in-house for specific applications in the food and beverage sector.
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Read MoreNovel NF membrane triples water permeability whilst selectively removing components from raw water
Publication date: November 2019 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2019, Issue 11 Author(s): Simon Atkinson Japan’s Toray Industries Inc has developed a nanofiltration (NF) membrane with a novel structure which, it says, triples water permeability, whilst selectively removing components from raw water. This article provides an insight into the technology.
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Read MoreSoftware brings design benefits
As the electrical aspects of Eclipse Magnetics’ business were getting more complex, the company felt the need for a powerful and versatile electrical design tool. (Image: Gorodenkoff/Shutterstock) When designer and manufacturer of magnets and associated technology Eclipse Magnetics was looking to improve its design and production capabilities it chose computer aided engineering software from EPLAN. […]
Read MoreKKR and XPV Water Partners form wastewater treatment platform
Investment firm KKR and Canada’s XPV Water Partners have established a platform to provide end-to-end nutrient management solutions for municipal and industrial wastewater treatment facilities. Through the acquisitions of Environmental Operating Solutions Inc (EOSi) and Nexom Inc the platform aims to address nutrient contamination of water globally by building a diversified and growing portfolio of […]
Read MoreIntelliquip acquired by FPX
FPX, the B2B selling cloud vendor, has acquired Intelliquip, the front-end sales CPQ (Configure, Price and Quote) solutions developer for the fluid handling equipment industry. In acquiring Intelliquip, FPX broadens its offering of purpose-built solutions that simplify the selling of complex manufactured goods and adds more than 70 customers worldwide. Founded in 2000 and based […]
Read MoreThe roles of particles in enhancing membrane filtration
The research article ‘The roles of particles in enhancing membrane filtration: A review’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science. Abstract Particles suspended within feed flow or added into membrane-filtration systems may behave as foulant or fouling mitigation agent. The fine boundary between these two roles warrant attention to promote the beneficial role of […]
Read MoreZero Brine launches first pilot in Rotterdam
The Zero Brine pilot has begun in Rotterdam port. The EU-funded Zero Brine project, which aims to reduce industrial saline wastewater streams by recovering and reusing minerals and metals from wastewater, has begun its first pilot phase in Rotterdam port, one of the largest petrochemical clusters in Europe. Circular industrial processes are essential to develop […]
Read MoreThe top Filtration+Separation news stories in November
Our most popular stories in November covered product developments at Liquinex, Donaldson and Toray. 1. Liquinex offers water purification in a suitcase Singaporean water treatment and recycling company Liquinex develops a compact, solar-operated water purification system, which uses ceramic ultrafiltration, UVC and graphene technology. 2. Donaldson tests wireless air filter monitoring Donaldson is field […]
Read MoreMagnetic filtration – are you using it?
Magnetic filters are commonly used during the manufacturing stage in the automotive industry. By producing a magnetic field or loading zones that collect magnetic iron and steel particles, magnetic filters can often outperform traditional, mechanical filters. In many machines as much as 90% of all particles suspended in the oil can be iron or steel […]
Read MoreSIDEM Barrel launched at IDA World Congress
The SIDEM Barrel at the Veolia Oman Sur treatment plant. SIDEM, a Veolia company, recently introduced its new modular reverse osmosis technology called the Barrel, at the IDA World Congress in Dubai. The Barrel is an integrated solution, a multi RO element vessel where the RO process implementation is identical to the one the company […]
Read MoreScottish Water pilot uses earthworms in wastewater
The Scottish Water pilot site at Littlemill in Nairnshire. Scottish Water’s Research and Innovation team is conducting a 12-month pilot which uses water fleas and earthworms to treat wastewater. Part of an EU-funded project called Innoqua, which is being trialled in 11 countries including Scotland, the pilot will measure the effectiveness of earthworms, water fleas and microalgae […]
Read MoreThermally stable membranes for water treatment
The research article ‘Thermally stable thin film composite polymeric membranes for water treatment: A review’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Cleaner Production. Abstract Demand for hot water treatment has opened up broad new areas of research for fabricating thermally stable polymer membranes. In multiple industrial applications, the contaminated process water must be treated at […]
Read MoreInvitation to PUB’s Grant Call Information Session on 12 Dec 2019
INVITATION TO PUB’S GRANT CALL INFORMATION SESSION ON 12 DEC 2019 PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, launched a Directed Request for Proposals (RFPs) on 2 Dec 2019 under the Competitive Research Programme (Water) to invite researchers and industries to develop solutions on the topic of “Low-energy Low-chemical Pre/Post-Treatment for Seawater Desalination”. 2 Energy […]
Read MoreToray to provide membranes for Brazilian SWRO plant
Toray is to supply its Romembra reverse osmosis (RO) and Torayfil ultrafiltration (UF) membrane technologies for a new seawater desalination facility in Brazil. Steel producer ArcelorMittal selected Fluence Corp for the design, engineering and construction contract through an international tender process. The US$10 million plant, which is expected to be operational by the fourth quarter […]
Read MoreDe.mem awarded A$1.7mn BOO contract in Singapore
De.mem Ltd has signed a build, own, operate (BOO) contract in Singapore with revenues of at least A$1.7 million. The Australian-Singaporean water and wastewater treatment company will operate a containerized wastewater treatment system at the Singapore factory of Swiss flavours and fragrances manufacturer Givaudan. The De.mem system will treat the wastewater generated by the customer’s production process […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval secures SEK60mn edible oil order
Alfa Laval is to provide complete process lines for an edible oil processing plant in the Middle East. The SEK60 million order includes equipment such as high-speed separators, mixers and different types of heat exchangers. Deliveries are scheduled for 2020.
Read MoreSolar desalination aids water crisis
The OSMOSUN unit is fed with seawater pumped from the estuary. The plant is currently producing an average of 150kL of drinking water per day. South Africa is facing a serious water crisis, particularly the provinces of the Western Cape, Northern Cape and Witsand in the Hessequa Municipality. The Western Cape was chosen as the location […]
Read MoreTRSDC and KAUST announce Brains for Brine winners
Mr. Martin Stahl, TRSDC (far right) presented the award to the winners of the Brains for Brine Challenge at Aquatech 2019. (Image: TRSDC) The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC) and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) recently announced three winners of their international Brains for Brine Challenge. Launched in April 2019, the competition challenged […]
Read MoreEmerging membrane materials for carbon capture and separation
The research article ‘A Review on Emerging Organic-containing Microporous Material Membranes for Carbon Capture and Separation’ has been published in Elsevier’s Chemical Engineering Journal. Abstract Membrane technology has gained great attention as one of the promising strategies for carbon capture and separation. Intended for such application, membrane fabrication from various materials has been attempted. While gas […]
Read MorePorvair expands range of capsule filters
Porvair’s new Microcap capsule filters are suitable for the water and chemical process industries and for pharmaceutical manufacturing. The Porvair Filtration Group has launched five new Microcap capsule filters in sizes suitable for small to medium industrial applications in the water and chemical process industries and for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Microcap PES capsules are hydrophilic, double-layered […]
Read MoreMicrovi technology used in Scottish Water trial
Trial results confirmed the Microvi MNE process can treat ammonia and soluble BOD to below levels of detection at high flow and high organic loading rates. Scottish Water’s Research and Innovation team has carried out a six-month trial of Microvi’s MNE technology. The trial aimed to establish if Microvi’s MNE technology can achieve total Biological […]
Read MoreEbara launches new exhaust gas treatment equipment
Ebara’s TND Single-model exhaust gas treatment equipment is for use in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Ebara’s new exhaust gas treatment equipment, the TND-Single model and the TND-Single Plus model are for use in the manufacturing of semiconductors. With the rapid advance of the Internet of Things (IoT) and AI, demands for higher efficiency in exhaust […]
Read MoreGrundfos CEO to head up Danish industry’s climate efforts
Grundfos CEO Mads Nipper has been appointed chairman of the Danish government’s climate partnership for production companies. Production is one of 13 climate partnerships recently announced by the government. As chairman of the climate partnership for production companies, Nipper will make a roadmap that will show the way for the sector’s CO2 reductions towards 2030. Denmark […]
Read MoreXylem supports Man City’s Cityzens Giving safe water project
Xylem Inc is partnering once again with Manchester City Football Club’s Cityzens Giving annual charitable campaign which helps young leaders around the world change lives through football. Cityzens Giving sees City Football Group and its partners donate £400 000 to six community football projects. Over a six-week campaign, Manchester City fans will hear from the […]
Read MoreParker Bioscience appoints new product manager for food and beverage
Lee Pattison. Parker Bioscience Filtration has appointed a new product manager to support its food and beverage operations. Lee Pattison, who has worked at Parker Bioscience Filtration (formerly Parker domnick hunter) since 1990, has moved from test group team leader to product manager where he will be responsible for driving product innovation. Pattison, who is […]
Read MoreWaste brine aids circular economy
The first ZERO BRINE demonstration plant opened in 2019 in the Netherlands at a demineralised water plant in the Botlek area of Rotterdam port. In Turkey, a brine treatment system is being developed for the textile industry to recover concentrated salt solutions for reuse in textile dyeing process baths. ZERO BRINE focuses on the manufacturing […]
Read MoreToray creates new porous carbon fibre
The fibre can be used as a support layer to make advanced membranes used in greenhouse gas separation and hydrogen production lighter and more compact. Toray Industries has announced that it has created the world’s first porous carbon fibre with a nano-sized continuous pore structure to enhance the performance of advanced gas separation membranes. The […]
Read MoreSaltworks’ EOR pilot boosts oil production
Saltworks’ XtremeRO pilot operating at pilot site in Southern Alberta. Canadian company Saltworks has developed and delivered an enhanced oil recovery (EOR) pilot at a live polymer flood oil field in Southern Alberta. EOR involves pumping speciality concocted water chemistries underground to push out more oil. It injects the water to wash out more oil, […]
Read MorePall Water releases turn-key mobile filtration
Pall Water’s new AriaTM FAST T96 is designed to maximise the production of clean, compliant water. Pall Water developed the T96 to meet production demands within a smaller footprint. Capable of treating a variety of water types, the company says the AriaTM FAST T96 increases the surface area for water treatment capacity more than other […]
Read MoreCST introduces inline rotary fine screening
The screening drum is installed horizontally, semi-submerged in line with the incoming wastewater. Australian company, CST Wastewater Solutions’ advanced wastewater fine screening technology is designed to curtail blockages, spills, maintenance and associated occupational health and safety (OHS) issues in municipal and industrial WWTP applications. The horizontal in-channel rotary drum screening technology simplifies fine screening processes. The […]
Read MoreToyobo and SWCC to pilot test brine concentration membrane technology
Japan’s Toyobo Co Ltd and Saudi Arabia’s Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on a joint pilot test aimed at realizing the practical application of a new brine concentration (BC) membrane technology that uses concentrated brine discharged by seawater desalination plants. Along with Toyobo’s consolidated subsidiary Arabian Japanese Membrane […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval opens Innovation & Test centre for decanters
Alfa Laval has opened an Innovation & Test centre for decanters in Søborg, northwest of Copenhagen, Denmark, to strengthen the company’s global position within food and water. The new Innovation & Test centre will develop, test and optimize decanters and be a global knowledge hub for food and water applications, two important growth areas for […]
Read MoreLiquinex offers water purification in a suitcase
The compact water purification system weighs under 30 kg, so is easily transported and able to access remote areas. Singaporean water treatment and recycling company Liquinex, has developed a compact, solar-operated water purification system, which uses ceramic ultrafiltration, UVC and graphene technology. The compact water purification system is the size of a suitcase and weighs […]
Read MoreAlfa Laval opens decanter Innovation & Test centre in Denmark
Alfa Laval has opened an Innovation & Test centre for decanters in Søborg, northwest of Copenhagen, Denmark, to strengthen the company’s global position within food and water. The new Innovation & Test centre will develop, test and optimize decanters and be a global knowledge hub for food and water applications, two important growth areas for […]
Read MoreJohn Crane opens new service centre in Belgium
The busy Port of Antwerp. Image Rudmer Zwerver/Shutterstock. John Crane has expanded its European footprint with a new facility in Antwerp, Belgium. Located close to the Port of Antwerp, the new service centre enhances John Crane’s local service and support network for OEM and end user customers serving oil and gas, power generation, chemical, pharmaceutical […]
Read MoreSPX Flow appoints new Food & Beverage channel partner in Egypt
SPX Flow has named Petroconsult as a new channel partner for its Food & Beverage and hygienic applications business in Egypt. Cairo-headquartered Petroconsult already supports the SPX Flow ClydeUnion Pumps, Bran+Luebbe and Johnson Pump brands across the oil, gas and petrochemical sector in the region. Now this new agreement, a new Petroconsult subsidiary will provide […]
Read MoreLanxess updates LewaPlus design software
Lanxess has updated its LewaPlus design software to include planning for ultrafiltration. The updated version of the LewaPlus design software for the water industry makes the dimensioning of reverse osmosis (RO) and ion exchange systems (IX) more practical and has an option to include ultrafiltration (UF) in the planning. The new UF module for the […]
Read MoreHot gas clean-up with a moving granular bed filter
The research article ‘Hot gas clean-up technology of dust particulates with a moving granular bed filter’ has been published in Elsevier journal Applied Thermal Engineering (Volume 74, 5 January 2015, Pages 146-155). Abstract The purpose of this study is to investigate the efficiency and stability of moving granular bed filter (MGBF) in high-temperature environment with various operation conditions. […]
Read MoreCartridge filter selection and replacement
The research article ‘Cartridge filter selection and replacement: Optimization of produced water quantity, quality, and cost’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 473, 1 January 2020, 114172). Abstract In this study at a full-scale desalination installation seven types of commercially available cartridge filter (CF) elements were evaluated in terms of: (i) water production volume (m3), (ii) […]
Read MorePentair announces UF membrane module and Xpert app
Pentairs new Xpert web app is an interactive web app for water and wastewater treatment. Pentair X-Flow has developed two new products which were on show recently at Aquatech Amsterdam. The first is a new high-performance membrane module that increases the total membrane surface area from 64 m2 to 75m2 without changing the module dimensions. […]
Read MoreFlowrox technology uses non-thermal plasma
The Flowrox Corona is an industrial water treatment technology which replaces chemicals with non-thermal plasma. Flowrox has launched its industrial water treatment technology, Corona, which turns direct plasma oxidation into an industrial product. Making its debut at Aquatech Amsterdam this week and one of the finalists for the Aqutech Innovation Award 2019, the Flowrox Corona […]
Read MoreOur top filtration news stories in October
Werner Lieberherr’s exit from Mann+Hummel, the world’s largest ceramic membrane system and Alfa Laval’s new decanter centrifuge were the most-read stories on the Filtration+Separation website during October. 1. Mann+Hummel CEO leaves company Werner Lieberherr, CEO of Mann+Hummel, has left the filtration company by mutual agreement. 2. World’s largest ceramic membrane water treatment plant opens in Singapore PUB, Singapore’s […]
Read MoreMemsift secures BOO contract to treat pharma liquid waste
The feed liquid waste, treated water and concentrated liquid waste from the initial case study. Singapore start-up Memsift Innovations Pte Ltd has received a build own operate (BOO) service contract from a global pharmaceutical company. Memsift will design, build, own and operate a 1 000 000 L/year liquid waste treatment system for the pharma company […]
Read MoreWinners of Aquatech Innovation Award announced
Kaumera Nereda Gum is a biological raw material which can retain as well as repel water. The overall winner of this year’s Aquatech Innovation Award is Kaumera Nereda Gum, a valuable resource that can be extracted from the wastewater treatment process. Kaumera Nereda Gum is a biological raw material which can retain as well as […]
Read MoreAutomated flushing gives water savings
CBRM crew from left to right: Trevor Burt, Louie Margettie, Barry Bates & Mike Peters. Hydro-Guard HG-8 inside housing unit. The non-revenue water costs are significant to water utilities and the flushing of water distribution systems makes up for a large portion of this expense. One utility saved millions of gallons of water with an […]
Read MoreKoch Membrane Systems changes name
Koch Membrane Systems is changing its name to Koch Separation Solutions as the company expands its capabilities and acquires new separation technologies. Wilmington, Massachusetts-based Koch Membrane Systems has just acquired Canadian ion exchange systems manufacturer Eco-Tec Inc. Eco-Tec’s ion exchange-based solutions will allow Koch Membrane Systems to provide full-scale separation solutions. As a result, Koch […]
Read MoreFish farm reduces MBBR requirements
Use of higher surface area carrier filter media meant a smaller volume MBBR could be used in this Norwegian fish farm application Bioflo media provides optimal conditions for bacteria culture growth. An onshore fish farm in Norway has introduced a new type of filter media to reduce the size of the MBBR required in its […]
Read MoreWarden’s Bioflo media used in fish farm
Warden Biomedias Bioflo was selected for use in the MBBR because Sterner wanted to reduce the volume of the planned reactor. Warden Biomedia’s Bioflo filter media has been selected for use in an onshore fish farm in Norway to reduce the size of the MBBR required in its water treatment processes. Over the last year […]
Read MorePaving the way for green organic solvent nanofiltration
The research article ‘Alginate-based membranes: Paving the way for green organic solvent nanofiltration’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science. Abstract In this study, green bio-membranes were investigated. Alginate membranes were prepared by crosslinking of sodium alginate in calcium chloride aqueous solution. By fabricating membranes simply using three abundant cheap materials i.e. sodium alginate, […]
Read MoreMinnesota Twins’ baseball park uses UF system developed by Pentair
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Read MoreChinese airport again chooses inge GmbH’s membranes after substantially benefiting from its technology for ten years
Publication date: October 2019 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2019, Issue 10 Author(s): Simon Atkinson Ultrafiltration modules from membrane technology company inge GmbH have been running successfully for ten years at China’s Beijing Airport. However, they are being replaced with the German company’s next generation of modules because the operator is required to apply stricter standards […]
Read MoreHydranautics launches PRO series
The PRO series is designed to treat industrial wastewater and help companies achieve their MLD and ZLD commitment. Hydranautics’ new range of specialty membranes, the PRO series, is designed to treat industrial wastewater and help companies achieve their Minimum Liquid Discharge (MLD) and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) commitment. The PRO series comprises the PRO-XR, PRO-LF, […]
Read MoreApateq uses Wanner seal-less pumps
Wanner has supplied three of its Hydra-Cell T100 ultra-high-pressure reverse osmosis (RO) process pumps to Apateq. Apateq, a Luxembourg-based manufacturer of custom water treatment systems has used Wanner International’s Hydra-Cell seal-less pumps in a treatment process which produces effluent water with drinking water quality from a contaminated landfill site. Wanner has supplied three of its […]
Read MoreProSep’s MAX+ProSalt mixer has global reach
ProSep’s MAX+ mixer installed in Slovakia. ProSep has announced the successful installation and sales of its MAX+ ProSalt mixers to clients in Argentina, Slovakia and the southern US, ensuring that its technology is deployed in the refinery, midstream, and upstream environments. The MAX+ mixer provides homogeneous, high efficiency mixing, regardless of the process flow rate […]
Read MoreFluidra hosts water show to celebrate 50th anniversary
Fluidra SA held a special water show for customers earlier this month in Barcelona, Spain to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary. About 900 people attended the show in the swimming pool at Club Natació Atlètic Barceloneta (CNAB). The light and music show, which told Fluidra’s story over the past five decades, showcased the company’s technological […]
Read MoreWFC13 – Evoqua CTO makes keynote presentation
Dr McClean will discuss current filtration trends and challenges facing the water technology world. The American Filtration and Separations Society (AFS), organiser of the 13th World Filtration Congress (WFC13), has announced that Dr John McClean, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for Evoqua Water Technologies will deliver a keynote presentation at WFC13 entitled Developments in Advanced Filtration […]
Read More3D printing for membrane separation, desalination and water treatment
The review article ‘3D printing for membrane separation, desalination and water treatment’ has been published in Elsevier journal Applied Materials Today. Abstract Additive manufacturing or commonly known as 3D printing is driving innovation in many industries and academic research including the water resource sector. The capability of 3D printing to fabricate complex objects in a […]
Read MorePorvair acquires Dahlman Industrial Group
Publication date: September 2019 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2019, Issue 9 Author(s): Specialist filtration and environmental technologies group Porvair Plc has acquired Dutch business Dahlman Industrial Group Bv, for a total cash consideration of €7.75 million.
Read MoreDeconvolution of pectin carbonised template silica thin-film: synthesis and characterisation
Publication date: September 2019 Source: Membrane Technology, Volume 2019, Issue 9 Author(s): Amalia Enggar Pratiwi, Muthia Elma, Aulia Rahma, Erdina L.A. Rampun, Gesit Satriaji Saputro This study shows, for the first time, the synthesis of a carbonised pectin templated silica thin-film material. The aim of this work is to investigate the vibration of carbon groups […]
Read MoreSartorius launches filter integrity tester
The Sartocheck 5 Plus ensures maximum data integrity and compliance with future requirements of quality risk management. Sartorius Stedim Biotech’s new Sartocheck 5 Plus filter integrity tester is designed for use in downstream processing and is based on its customers’ needs to confirm the integrity of filters in pharmaceutical production. The company says the Sartocheck […]
Read MoreLanxess presents latest water technology
Lanxess will exhibit its ion exchange resins, iron oxide adsorbers and newer RO membranes and ultrafiltration products. The Liquid Purification Technologies (LPT) business unit at Lanxess will be showcasing its products for process water, drinking water and wastewater at the 2019 International Water Conference, taking place from 10-14 November in Orlando, Florida. The conference and […]
Read MorePorvair adds 4-lug adaptor to MF junior filters
Porvair’s new 4-lug adaptor is for use with its junior cartridge filters for small scale applications. The Porvair Filtration Group has designed and manufactured a new 4-lug adaptor for use with its junior cartridge filters for small scale applications, particularly those that require the retention of bacteria in liquid and venting in sterile environments. The junior […]
Read MorePorvair launches range of pipette filter tips
The new pipette tip filters are fully compliant with FDA, USP Class VI and European Pharmacopoeia regulations. The new range of liquid handling pipette tip filters from Porvair Sciences can block out aerosol and liquid contaminants. The company has used its proprietary Vyon porous plastics, so the new pipette tip filters are fully compliant with FDA, […]
Read MoreAsahi Kasei Medical builds new spinning plant for Planova filters
The new plant in Nobeoka, Miyazaki, Japan. Asahi Kasei Medical has completed a new plant in Nobeoka, Miyazaki, Japan for the spinning of cellulose hollow-fiber membranes for Planova™ virus removal filters. The new spinning plant, which has a capacity of 40 000 m2/year, is located next to existing facilities for spinning hollow fiber and assembly […]
Read MoreEntegris buys China’s Hangzhou Anow Microfiltration
Entegris Inc has acquired Hangzhou Anow Microfiltration Co Ltd, a Chinese filtration company serving industries including semiconductor, pharmaceutical and medical. Headquartered in the Xindeng New District, Fuyang National Economic and Technological Development Zone, Hangzhou, Anow will be part of Entegris’s Microcontamination Control Division. Anow brings new polymeric membrane technologies and liquid filtration offerings to Entegris’s […]
Read MoreOutotec combines technologies in new PF-DS
Outotecs new Larox PF-DS double-side pressure filter is designed for slow-filtering materials in the chemical process industry. Outotec’s new Larox PF-DS double-side pressure filter is designed for challenging and slow-filtering materials in the chemical process industry and can be used in applications such as food, pigments and metal slurries. The PF-DS is a tower press […]
Read MoreMembrane ageing in water treatment plants
The research article ‘Membrane ageing in full-scale water treatment plants’ will be published in Elsevier journal Water Research. Abstract Membrane filtration is a rapidly expanding choice for drinking water treatment. Unfortunately, there is limited data on long-term changes in the membranes’ performance as they age. The present research investigated changes in performance factors as well as […]
Read MoreEttlinger introduces new continuous melt filter
Ettlinger’s new continuous melt filter, the ERF 1000 is for very high throughputs of up to 10,000 kg/h. Ettlinger, part of the Maag Group and Dover, has unveiled its ERF 1000 high-performance melt filter for very high throughputs of up to 10,000 kg/h in recycling applications for plastic materials. The four filter drums provide a […]
Read MoreMaag Group appoints new MD for Ettlinger
Uwe Kellner, managing director of Maag Ettlinger. The Maag Group has named Uwe Kellner as managing director of Ettlinger Kunststoffmaschinen. “We are very happy to have Uwe join our team,” said Ueli Thuerig, president of the Maag Group. “Uwe brings a wealth of experience with him having worked previously at renowned market leaders in the […]
Read MoreGravity-driven membrane filtration for roofing rainwater reuse
The research article ‘The performance of gravity-driven membrane (GDM) filtration for roofing rainwater reuse: Implications of roofing rainwater energy and rainwater purification’ has been published in Elsevier journal Science of The Total Environment (Volume 697, 20 December 2019, 134187). Abstract Rainwater harvesting (RWH) coupled with gravity-driven membrane (GDM) filtration was used to simultaneously treat rainwater and recover energy. […]
Read MoreGoudsmit redesigns magnetic separator
The Goudsmit Easy Clean flow magnet separator removes metal particles and stainless steel particles from powders as fine as 30 µm. Goudsmit Magnetics’ newly designed Easy Clean flow magnet separator removes metal particles and stainless steel particles from powders as fine as 30 µm in the food, chemical, ceramic and plastic industries. The modified design […]
Read MoreMembranes and separators for redox flow batteries
The review article ‘Membranes and separators for redox flow batteries’ has been published in Elsevier journal Current Opinion in Electrochemistry. Abstract Ion-exchange membranes are performance- and cost-relevant components of redox flow batteries. Currently used materials are largely ‘borrowed’ from other applications that have different functional requirements. The trend toward higher current densities and the complex transport phenomena […]
Read MoreMembranes and separators for redox flow batteries
The review article ‘Membranes and separators for redox flow batteries’ has been published in Elsevier journal Current Opinion in Electrochemistry. Abstract Ion-exchange membranes are performance- and cost-relevant components of redox flow batteries. Currently used materials are largely ‘borrowed’ from other applications that have different functional requirements. The trend toward higher current densities and the complex transport phenomena […]
Read MoreSuez offers a lifecycle in legacy water treatment
An illustration of a typical ZeeWeed 500 drinking water treatment train as used by Seekonk Water District. ZeeWeed 500 drinking water cassette used at Seekonk Water District. Matthew Stapleford, regional lifecycle manager at SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions, discusses his 18 years of involvement in helping a US Water District address high levels of iron […]
Read MoreLife cycle assessment of water supply in Singapore
The research article ‘Life cycle assessment of water supply in Singapore — A water-scarce urban city with multiple water sources’ has been published in Elsevier journal Resources, Conservation and Recycling (Volume 151, December 2019, 104476). Abstract Water scarcity in Singapore has resulted in a complex urban water system with multiple water sources, advanced treatment processes, and recycling for […]
Read MoreIon transport through laminar graphene membranes
The research article ‘Tunable charge/size selective ion sieving with ultrahigh water permeance through laminar graphene membranes’ has been published in Elsevier journal Carbon. Abstract Graphene oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO) membranes have attracted significant attention as a potential technology for energy storage, gas separation, and water purification technologies. However, these membranes have a significant […]
Read MoreSaltworks’ RO advances commercially available
The advanced RO accomplishments involve the combination of specialised RO membranes and process-control innovations. Saltworks has announced that recent advancements in its reverse osmosis technology are now commercially available. The company says it is changing the cost equation for brine management and minimal liquid discharge. In the MLD and near ZLD space, advanced reverse osmosis […]
Read MoreDe.mem advances its hollow-fibre ultrafiltration and nanofiltration membrane technology
This article was first published in the August 2019 issue of Membrane Technology newsletter. Figure 1. De.mems hollow-fibre ultrafiltration membrane is capable of achieving turbidity removal at an average of 97.5%, for feed water of high turbidity. Figure 2. The membrane is able to run at recovery levels of 90% and above, with backwash and […]
Read MoreIDA – sustainability and water management workshop
Dr Corrado Sommariva, will be the instructor at a workshop covering sustainability and water management at the IDA Congress. The founder and CEO of Sustainable Water and Power Consultants (SWPC), Dr Corrado Sommariva, will be the instructor at a workshop covering sustainability and water management on 20 October, during the IDA World Congress at the […]
Read MoreMaag unveils new umbrella brand strategy
Ueli Thuerig, president of Maag Group. The Swiss company Maag Pump Systems AG is realigning its branding and corporate strategy. Having made a number of acquisitions in recent years and significantly expanded its product portfolio, Maag Group is now bundling its activities into four centres of excellence: Pump & Filtration Systems, Pelletizing Systems, Pulverizing Systems, […]
Read MoreHybrid forward osmosis-solar powered membrane distillation system
The research article ‘An integrated fertilizer driven forward osmosis- renewables powered membrane distillation system for brackish water desalination: A combined experimental and theoretical approach’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 471, 1 December 2019, 114126). Abstract Utilization of an integrated forward osmosis-solar powered membrane distillation system can provide a promising method for brackish water desalination. In […]
Read MoreAquaHD and successful surface water treatment
Figure 1. The hydrodynamic separator removes a wide range of organic and inorganic suspended solids. Figure 2. Turbidity inlet and outlet of the hydrodynamic separator during the piloting period. Methods that remove particles using centrifugal forces do exist as an alternative to separation density difference but are limited in the particle size. However, the hydrodynamic separator […]
Read MoreClean condensate by BHS candle filters
A BHS service engineer inspects the two simultaneously operated tube sheet candle filters in Amursk, Russia. (Image: BHS) The sedimentation tanks at a Russian gold processing plant were not effectively removing foreign particles, causing increased wear to system components. A German solid-liquid filtration specialist used two simultaneously operated tube sheet candle filters instead to keep […]
Read MoreHydrophilic membrane materials for oily wastewater treatment
The research article ‘Hydrophilic polymer-based membrane for oily wastewater treatment: A review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Separation and Purification Technology (Volume 233, 15 February 2020, 116007). Abstract Oily wastewater has been recognised as the most dangerous form of environmental pollution since the pollutant comes from a variety of sources and may harm humans, animals, plants, as […]
Read MoreMembrane-based technologies for lithium recovery from water resources
The research article ‘Membrane-based technologies for lithium recovery from water lithium resources: A review’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 591, 1 December 2019, 117317). Abstract Lithium production has become increasingly critical for sustainable development. The extraction of lithium from aqueous sources, particularly salt-lake brine, has become a trend in the lithium recovery industry […]
Read MoreHow RO membrane performance affects cost
The research article ‘How RO membrane permeability and other performance factors affect process cost and energy use: A review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 470, 15 November 2019, 114064). Abstract Reverse osmosis (RO) technology has progressed steadily over the last few decades. Those gains were achieved through improvements in both RO membrane element performance and […]
Read MoreNovotek’s data control for water management
With SCADA systems, regulatory information for processes in the water treatment plant can be safely collected and stored. Digitizing the collection of important data saves time and reduces the likelihood of human error. Without correct water management, half of the Netherlands would be flooded. Although its water industry may be well developed, process improvements can […]
Read MoreForefronts in structure–performance models of separation membranes
The review article ‘Forefronts in structure–performance models of separation membranes’ has been published in Elsevier’s Journal of Membrane Science (Volume 588, 15 October 2019, 117166). Abstract Polymeric membranes used for separations are complex porous structures, spanning lengths that range from truly molecular scales up to many micrometers. These porous structures can be characterized by both the spatial and […]
Read Moreinge brings the water from nature to the tap
The Montevina water treatment plant was upgraded to the very hightest standards. The Multibore membranes have 50% less energy consumption during operation than the previous system. Here we take a look at how fresh water from local watersheds in the mountains arrives at customers’ taps in the greater San Jose area of California, USA, highlighting […]
Read MoreHybrid concentrated solar power (CSP) desalination systems
The research article ‘Hybrid concentrated solar power (CSP)-desalination systems: A review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Desalination (Volume 468, 15 October 2019, 114083). Abstract Desalination market is experiencing continuous growth due to severe water scarcity in many parts of the globe. Because of the geographical coincidence of serious water scarcity and substantial direct normal irradiation potential, concentrated […]
Read MoreCST’s dewatering device for disposal issues
The clog-free automatic liquid-to-solid waste separator dewaters solids and conditioned sludge on a self-cleaning wedgewire belt. This static belt is cleaned by a unique set of rotating oval shape plates. The technology involved in KDS separators, which have been proven in thousands of applications worldwide and recently specified in Australasia for use as a major […]
Read MoreDesalination brine disposal methods and treatment technologies
The research article ‘Desalination brine disposal methods and treatment technologies – A review’ has been published in Elsevier journal Science of The Total Environment (Volume 693, 25 November 2019, 133545). Abstract Brine, also known as concentrate, is the by-product of the desalination process that has an adverse impact on the environment due to its high salinity. Hence, viable and […]
Read MoreThe danger that lurks in the towers
By nature of their action, cooling systems may suffer considerable levels of system contamination. Many owners and operators of cooling towers and cooling systems believe that they are operating an effective and safe water system. However, where biofilm has formed, major problems with plant and equipment as well as the stability of the cooling towers […]
Read MoreInge provides ultrafiltration technology for Qatari mega project
A mega project to produce municipal drinking water from seawater in Qatar will install Inge® Multibore® UF technology. The project, which involves expanding the existing Facility D IWWP plant in Economic Zone 3, south of Doha, will require 5500 dizzer XL type modules in a T-Rack® 3.0 configuration, installed in 48 trains of UF racks. […]
Read MoreIDA presents Dr Adriana Marais as keynote speaker
Dr Adriana Marais will make the keynote address at the IDA World Congress. Theoretical physicist, Dr Adriana Marais will make a keynote address entitled, Off-World: Above and Beyond, at the IDA World Congress opening day ceremonies on Monday 21 October. Dr Marais is founder of Off-World, director of the Foundation for Space Development, and an […]
Read MoreFilinvest and Hitachi to set up water solutions JV in the Philippines
Philippine conglomerate Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC) and Hitachi Aqua-Tech Engineering Pte Ltd have signed a 60:40 joint venture agreement for a new water solutions company that will provide water solutions across the Philippines. Filinvest-Hitachi Omni Waterworks Inc, the planned joint venture company, will have its head office in Taguig City, the Philippines. The business will […]
Read MoreIDA presents Advanced Programme for World Congress
The Advanced Programme for the IDA World Congress has now been announced. The IDA has published its Advanced Programme for its 2019 World Congress, hosted by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). The Advanced Programme includes a detailed schedule of the Technical Programme, a full agenda for the Leaders’ Summit and comprehensive information regarding […]
Read MoreFiltration Mergers & Acquisitions Review: Q2 2019
Filtration-related M&A deals between April and June 2019 included: • Caloris Engineering buys US fabricator Seitz Stainless Caloris Engineering LLC, a US provider of membrane, evaporation and drying technology, acquired the Avon, Minnesota-based equipment fabricator Seitz Stainless. Easton, Maryland-headquartered Caloris Engineering offers evaporators, dryers and membranes for the food and beverage manufacturing sector, while Seitz Stainless fabricates […]
Read MoreRegistration for IDA Leaders’ Summit now open
The IDA Leaders Summit includes access to invite-only networking events and to the entire IDA World Congress. IDA’s first-ever exclusive Leaders’ Summit is now open for registration and includes access to invite-only networking events and to the entire IDA World Congress. The Leaders’ Summit will take place at the IDA World Congress from 20-24 October at […]
Read MoreJuly’s top filtration stories
The assembled highly hydrophobic hollow fibre membrane modules in a TS-30 Minimum Liquid Discharge (MLD) system. Photo: Memsift Innovations Pte Ltd, Singapore. Memsift’s first commercial EPC contract, SPX Flow’s plans to sell its Power and Energy business and Eaton’s automatic self-cleaning strainer were the most popular news stories on the Filtration+Separation website in July. 1. […]
Read MoreToray releases new TORAYFIL membrane module
The new TORAYFIL HFU-B2315AN is a pressurised PVDF UF membrane module for applications such as drinking water and pre-treatment of seawater RO systems. Toray Industries’ new TORAYFIL HFU-B2315AN is a pressurised PVDF ultrafiltration (UF) membrane module for applications such as drinking water, water reuse and pre-treatment of seawater RO systems. Toray’s new membrane module applies […]
Read MoreIDA training opportunities at 2019 World Congress
The IDA is offering training opportunities during its World Congress in October. The organisers of the 2019 IDA World Congress, entitled Crossroads to Sustainability, are offering two training opportunities during the Congress. The Congress will take place from 20-24 October at the Dubai World Trade Centre and there will be training for the Reverse Osmosis […]
Read MoreHoyer motors used in RO technology
The Norwater factory where Hoyer motors are being used in reverse osmosis systems. Motors supplied by a Danish supplier, Hoyer Motors, are being used in reverse osmosis systems in Norway. Norwegian company Norwater produces freshwater systems to vessels and rigs in the marine, fish farming and offshore industries. It provides fresh water for the salmon farming […]
Read MoreBHS-Sonthofen invests in new test centre
Dennis Kemmann, managing director of BHS-Sonthofen, at the opening of the new test centre. The exterior of the new test centre. The interior of the new test centre. BHS-Sonthofen has opened a new €3.8 million state-of-the-art test centre in Sonthofen, Germany. The company, which specialises in mixing, crushing, recycling and filtration technologies, will perform production-scale […]
Read MoreNew leadership for Maag Americas
Martin Baumann, VP/GM Maag Americas. Martin Baumann has been appointed vice president/general manager for Maag Americas. “We are very happy to have Martin join our team in the USA,” said Ueli Thuerig, president of Maag Group “Martin brings a wealth of experience with him having worked previously at renowned market leaders in the plastics machinery […]
Read MoreBioFlex uses waste wood instead of crude oil
The BioFlex process is a pre-treatment technology for lignocellulosic biomass and uses waste wood instead of crude oil. Chrysalix Technologies, a UK-based biotechnology research company, has developed BioFlex, a biomass fractionation process using waste wood and low-cost ionic fluids to produce more sustainable bioproducts as an alternative for the petrochemical industry. The BioFlex process is […]
Read MoreToray’s nanofiltration membrane triples permeation
Toray Industries has developed a nanofiltration membrane which, it says, triples the permeation performance of conventional models while enhancing ion and organic compound separation from aqueous solutions. Nanofiltration selectively separates ions and compounds and is used to remove organic solvents and agrochemicals from groundwater and rivers. Nanofiltration membranes can also be used in the food […]
Read MoreSuez OptiSea prevents deposition and fouling
Suez’s OptiSea technology maximises cycles of concentration and optimises chemical usage. Suez has introduced its OptiSea technology which uses a combination of chemical treatment and digital monitoring to prevent deposition and fouling in cooling systems that rely on seawater. Chemical processing plants, power plants, and refineries that use seawater for cooling experience problems with deposition and […]
Read MoreECD releases copper analyser
The CA-6 Colorimetric Copper Analyzer is an on-line sequential sampling analyser. Electro-Chemical Devices (ECD) has released its eco-friendly CA-6 Colorimetric Copper Analyzer to help verify copper removal from industrial wastewater. ECD’s CA-6 copper analyser is an on-line sequential sampling analyser, which automatically performs a controlled sequence of sampling and analysis with results processing then performed […]
Read MoreDichtomatik supplies long life seals
DuPont Kalrez Spectrum 7275 seals exhibit minimal swelling and improved retention of physical properties when exposed to aggressive chemicals. Dichtomatik Ltd is the authorised UK distributor for DuPont’s Kalrez Spectrum 7275 seals for aggressive chemical processing applications. Based on a patented crosslinking system that has been developed specifically for the chemical processing industry, the DuPont […]
Read MorePlastics company selects Ceco technology to reduce emissions
A Ceco Retox Thermal Oxidizer for VOC and HAP abatement. Ceco Environmental has secured a large contract to help a North American plastics company control emissions as it increases production capacity. Ceco will handle the engineering design of a system that will capture and treat hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) through a packaged Venturi Scrubber and […]
Read MoreSuez UF membranes chosen for Israeli WWTP
The ZeeWeed 1000. Suez ZeeWeed 1000 Ultrafiltration (UF) membranes have been selected for use in the largest tertiary ultrafiltration system in Israel. The new installation, designed as part of a process upgrade of the Sorek Wastewater Treatment Plant, will help protect an environmentally sensitive site where space is at a premium. Jerusalem Wastewater Purification Enterprises selected […]
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