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Membrane Fouling - Corrective Actions

By: Gil K. Dhawan Ph.D. P.E., Applied Membranes, Inc.
1. Check and Fix the Pre-Treatment
Membrane fouling can result from a number of pretreatment deficiencies or equipment failure. Some
common examples of these are given below. Check and fix these items as appropriate.
Carbon Fines
Water Hardness
Pre-Filter Breakdown

Pre-Filter Too Coarse

Pump Impeller Sheds Fines
Chlorine Break Through

2. Change the Operating Conditions

Fouling can also be caused by improper system design and maintenance. The fouling can be
minimized by implementing one or more of the below steps.
Reduce Recovery
Reduce Operating Pressure
Change Filters More Frequently
Sanitize the System Regularly

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