Transfluid Ultrafiltration (UF) Membrane Systems represent the pinnacle of high-efficiency physical separation technology for advanced water and wastewater treatment. Utilizing premium-grade hollow fiber configurations, our UF systems act as a definitive barrier against suspended solids, colloidal matter, and microbiological pathogens.
Operating via an advanced pressure-driven cross-flow or dead-end filtration mechanism, raw feed water is forced through a highly selective asymmetric membrane structure. While pure permeate water passes seamlessly through the porous support matrix, macro-molecules and harmful microorganisms are completely rejected. Transfluid UF systems are highly recommended as standalone tertiary treatment units or as the ultimate pre-treatment safeguard for downstream Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants.
Key Technical Features
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High-Density Hollow Fiber Architecture: Engineered with thousands of fine hollow fibers packed into a robust, high-surface-area module. This maximizes permeate flux while maintaining a compact, space-saving footprint.
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Ultra-Fine Selectivity ($0.01 - 0.1\ \mu\text{m}$): Features an advanced skin layer with a precise nominal pore size range of $0.01$ to $0.1\ \mu\text{m}$. This structural layout ensures the absolute removal of suspended solids, turbid particulates, bacteria, and large-chain viruses.
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Premium PVDF Membrane Material: Crafted from advanced Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) polymers, offering exceptional mechanical tensile strength, high hydrophilicity, and superior tolerance to harsh chemical backwashes (chlorine and acid/base cleaning cycles).
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Low Operating Transmembrane Pressure (TMP): Optimized hydraulic flow paths allow the system to deliver exceptionally clean water while operating at minimal pressure loops, significantly cutting energy bills compared to standard filtration systems.
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Streamlined Process Automation: Designed for seamless integration into fully automated process flows—incorporating feed tanks, pre-filters, automatic backwash pumps, and chemical dosing systems to maximize membrane lifespan and prevent biofouling.
Technical Specifications & Performance Matrix
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Brand: Transfluid
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Membrane Configuration: Hollow Fiber Module (Inside-Out / Outside-In Flow)
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Membrane Material: Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
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Nominal Pore Size: $0.01\ \mu\text{m}$ to $0.1\ \mu\text{m}$
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Operating Principle: Mechanical Cross-Flow / Dead-End Ultrafiltration
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Target Parameters Removed: Suspended Solids ($100\%$), Turbidity ($>99\%$), Bacteria & Viruses ($>99.99\%$), Colloidal Silica, and high molecular-weight organics.
Core Applications
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Pre-Treatment for Reverse Osmosis (RO): Eradicates colloidal fouling and particulate scaling in raw water feeds, extending downstream RO membrane lifespans and drastically reducing RO chemical cleaning frequencies.
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Tertiary Wastewater Recycling: Treats effluent streams coming from secondary clarifiers or MBBR tanks, transforming complex industrial wastewater into high-quality water ready for cooling towers, flush-tanks, and industrial reuse.
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Drinking Water Purification: Provides physical disinfection and turbidity removal for municipal corporations, high-rise residential projects, and commercial hubs without altering the water's natural mineral profile.
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Process Water Clarification: Widely utilized in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and textile sectors where ultra-pure ingredient or process water is non-negotiable.
Standard Scope of Supply (Turnkey UF Skid)
Every Transfluid UF system comes integrated as a compact, factory-tested skid including:
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Premium UF Hollow Fiber Modules mounted vertically on a heavy-duty stainless steel/epoxy-coated frame.
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Integrated Process Flow Automation: Feed pumps, pre-filtration strainer units, and a dedicated backwash pump system.
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Smart Instrumentation Package: Digital rotameters, pressure transmitters, automated pneumatic valves, and a PLC-based control panel for automatic backwash timing intervals.
Why Choose Transfluid Ultrafiltration Systems?
In an industrial environment where raw water quality fluctuates daily, standard sand and carbon filters simply cannot guarantee consistent output. Transfluid UF Membranes use physical, pore-size-defined separation to give your plant absolute security. They run efficiently, reject pathogens completely, and keep your downstream systems fully protected.
Optimize Your Filtration Train Today
Reach out to our water treatment division with your feed water analysis report (TSS, Turbidity, and SDI metrics) to get a customized UF skid drawing and commercial proposal.
