Industry-leading membrane filtration technology delivering consistent particle removal down to 0.01 microns, ensuring product quality and process efficiency across multiple industries.
What is Ultrafiltration & Microfiltration?
Microfiltration (MF) and Ultrafiltration (UF) are membrane filtration products that usually utilise hollow fibre modules.
MF uses membranes with pore sizes from 0.1 to 10 micrometers and operates at low pressures (0.1-2 bar) to remove suspended solids, bacteria, and larger microorganisms through simple sieving. UF represents a finer level of filtration, utilising membranes with pore sizes between 0.001 and 0.1 micrometers (1-100 nanometers) to capture smaller particles including proteins, viruses, and endotoxins through both size exclusion and surface interactions between the membrane and particles.
At Dynamic Water Solutions, our decades of experience in mastering these technologies encompasses both theoretical principles and practical implementation, allowing us to provide exceptional services that maximise membrane life and minimise operational costs across diverse industrial settings.
How to Successfully Build a Membrane Filtration System
Once we've established a design and selected the appropriate technologies, we will then decide in which configuration to operate them. When choosing UF and MF we have the flexibility to operate them in either dead end or crossflow configurations. These configurations are driven by what feed characteristics are to be filtered and the operating parameters within the design.
Cross-Flow Configuration
Maximum Efficiency for Challenging Applications
Cross-flow filtration directs the feed stream parallel to the membrane surface while maintaining constant pressure. This creates two output streams: a clean permeate that passes through the membrane and a concentrate containing rejected particles. The continuous flow across the membrane surface naturally prevents particle accumulation, making this configuration ideal for fluids with higher solids content or when consistent long-term performance is crucial.
While requiring additional energy for recirculation, cross-flow systems typically achieve longer operational cycles between cleaning and higher overall recovery rates.
Dead-End Configuration
Simplicity for Lower Solids Applications
In dead-end filtration, the entire feed stream flows perpendicular to the membrane surface, forcing all particles larger than the pore size to accumulate on the membrane. This straightforward approach requires less energy and simpler system design, making it cost-effective for fluids with lower solids content.
Regular automated cleaning removes accumulated particles, though cleaning cycles may be more frequent than in cross-flow systems. Dead-end configuration is particularly effective in drinking water applications and pre-treatment systems where simplicity and energy efficiency are priorities
Operational Benefits of Membrane Filtration
Modern membrane filtration systems represent a significant advancement in water treatment technology, offering substantial operational and economic advantages over traditional filtration methods.
By implementing either ultrafiltration or microfiltration systems, organisations can transform their fluid treatment processes while achieving significant cost savings and quality improvements.
Exceptional product qualities below 1 NTU
Minimal chemical requirements with automated cleaning vs filtration methods that require offline CIP
Lower energy costs with a professional design, commissioning and service plan
Longer equipment life and superior consumables lifespan against other filtration methods
High recovery rates and opportunities for reuse
Applications Across Industries
Membrane filtration technologies have revolutionised water treatment across multiple sectors, each with unique requirements and quality standards. Our expertise in both ultrafiltration and microfiltration enables us to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific industry challenges, from ensuring product quality in beverage production to maintaining sterile conditions in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Industrial & Commercial Applications
In industrial settings, membrane systems provide essential filtration:
Process water treatment
Wastewater recovery
Cooling water filtration
Pre-treatment for high-purity water systems
Metal working fluid filtration
Closed loop filtration of any kind
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Food & Beverage Applications
Crossflow filtration systems play a crucial role in food and beverage production:
Water purification (Cryptosporidium and Suspended Solids Removal)
Beverage clarification
Wine and beer stabilisation
Vinegar clarification
Production and wastewater recovery
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Additional Services We Support
When your microfiltration or ultrafiltration requires troubleshooting Dynamic water solutions offers the full service package to include:
Process data normalisation and trend analysis
Onsite support and CIP
Off-site CIP and membrane autopsy
Module and component replacement
Instrumentation calibration
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Expert System Design & Implementation Process
At Dynamic Water Solutions, we understand that successful membrane filtration starts with meticulous system design and professional implementation. Our engineering-led approach combines decades of practical experience with the latest membrane technology developments, ensuring each system is optimised for its specific application.
From initial consultation through to final commissioning, we follow a proven methodology that minimises installation risks while maximising long-term operational benefits.
Design Considerations
Feed product quality analysis
Process requirements assessment
Space and infrastructure evaluation
Future capacity planning
Energy efficiency optimisation
Maintenance accessibility
CIP water & strategy assessment
Implementation Process
Detailed site surveys
Process integration planning
Installation coordination
System commissioning
Operator training
Performance verification
Why Partner With Dynamic Water Solutions?
Our membrane filtration heritage spans decades of innovation and practical application across multiple industries. Our understanding of both UF and MF principles allow us to provide a tailored approach to all products and surrounding services to exceed our clients expectations:
