The New Standard in High-Performance Reverse Osmosis Systems

We didn’t just improve the spiral-wound element. We reinvented it. Our 3D-Printed Spacer Technology® outperforms legacy mesh to expand production, lower OpEx, and extend membrane life.

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Optimizing the Flow Path

The Legacy Flaw:

Mesh Spacers

  • Torturous Flow Paths: Mesh creates unnecessary turbulence, increasing the energy required to push water through the system.
  • Dead Zones: The cross-hatch design creates stagnant zones, leading to rapid scaling and fouling.
  • Frequent Cleaning: Trapped particulates force operators into a cycle of frequent CIP (Clean-In-Place) downtime.

The Printed Fix:

3D Printed Spacer Technology®

  • Open Channels: We 3D print the feed spacer directly onto the membrane surface, creating open, low-resistance channels.
  • Optimized Fluid Dynamics: The thinner more open channel allows end users to expand production or reduce energy use.
  • Fouling Resistance: Uniform flow distribution prevents foulants from settling, extending membrane life or boosting recovery rates.

The Results

Predictable Performance

The performance benefits of our reverse osmosis elements have been proven in commercial installations globally. By optimizing the design of the flow channel, we deliver measurable financial returns.

Up To

Energy Savings

30 %

Additional active area and a more open feed channel enables operation at a reduced flux, lowering the required net driving pressure. In addition, reduced pressure drop ensures more uniform flow distribution, resulting in lower energy consumption by the system.

Increase in Flow

30 %

The thinner yet more volumetrically open channel allows for more membrane leaves per element, boosting volumetric throughput.

Reduction in Cleaning

4 x

The combination of more open channels and higher flow rates results in less fouling, meaning fewer cleaning cycles, lower chemical costs, and less downtime.

Products

Brackish Water

8-inch

Model: AM-BW505-ECO1.0

Optimizes flow dynamics to reduce fouling while maintaining high rejection rates.

Key Specs:

  • Dimensions: 8’’x40’’
  • Surface Area: 505 ft² (46.9 m²)
  • Permeate Flow: 12,650 gpd (47.9 m³/d)
  • Minimum Salt Rejection: 99.5%
  • Channel Height: 19.5 mil
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Low Energy

8-inch

Model: ECO-LE515

Optimizes energy savings while maintaining excellent flow.

Key Specs:

  • Dimensions: 8’’x40’’
  • Surface Area: 515 ft² (47.8 m²)
  • Permeate Flow: 12,500 gpd (47.3 m³/d)
  • Minimum Salt Rejection: 99.2%
  • Channel Height: 19.5 mil
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Brackish Water

4-inch

Model: AM-BW4040

Optimizes flow dynamics while maintaining high rejection rates within standard 4-inch housing systems.

Key Specs:

  • Dimensions: 4’’x40’’
  • Surface Area: 105 ft² (9.75 m²)
  • Permeate Flow: 2,600 gpd (9.84 m³/d)
  • Minimum Salt Rejection: 99.5%
  • Channel Height: 19.5 mil
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Project Your Results

Every facility has unique feed water chemistry and site goals. Use our design software to accurately model how Aqua Membranes’ elements will perform in your specific system configuration.

  • Perform reverse osmosis system design calculations.
  • View and compare design outputs side-by-side to validate your ROI.
  • Collaborate on designs with colleagues directly in-app.
RUN THE NUMBERS

CoCreation & Technology Licensing

In addition to direct element sales, Aqua Membranes offers the ability to license our patented 3D Printed Spacer Technology(c) for in-house production. Through our CoCreation model, partners gain access to our resin and printing processes for seamless integration into existing operations. Join leading organizations adopting this approach.

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