Reverse Osmosis (RO) membranes constitute a considerable investment on water treatment systems. With Guangzhou VOCEE Membrane Technology, it is our expertise how correct care can increase and even triple the life of membranes. These are five sure tips on how to make your RO membrane last its longest.
Implement Proper Pretreatment
First defense is good pretreatment:
· Put multimedia filters to remove sediments
· Chlorine remove by activated carbon
· Keep SDI (Silt Density Index), at or below 3
· Difficult feed water can be considered as ultrafiltration
Optimize Operating Conditions
Have the perfect parameters:
· Pressure: Stay in the specification of the manufacturer
· Recovery rate: Do not exceed the recommendatory levels
· Flows rates: Stage balances
· Temperature: Maintain the temperature between 15-25 o C range
Establish Regular Cleaning Schedules
Avoid fouls made permanently with:
· The monitor of performance on a monthly basis
· Preventative cleaning on a quarter basis
· When there is pressure drop of 15 percent, immediate cleaning should be conducted
· Appropriate cleaning agents to certain foulants
Practice Correct Shutdown Procedures
Membranes in idle: protect:
· Short stops: Do freshwater flush
· In prolonged shutdowns: Preservatives solutions To be used
· Membrane dry-out to be avoided
· Store in good conditions
Monitor and Maintain System Components
Support membrane health through:
· Efficient replacement of pre-filters
· Maintenance of Pump and barrier seal
· Instrument calibration Regular instrument calibration
· Pipeline inspections
VOCEE Professional Support
Our membrane experts offer:
· Diagnostic services to performance
· Customized cleaning protocols
· Replacement membrane parts
· System optimization consultancies
By implementing these five strategies, most RO systems can achieve:
As much as 3-5 years of trouble-free service
Persistent water quality of products
Falling costs of operation
Reduced downtime
Get in touch with VOCEE now and experience professional membrane maintenance services that meet your individual requirements to your water treatment needs.
