Reverse Osmosis
Complete desalination at the ionic level
Reverse osmosis (RO) is the most effective membrane technology for complete desalination. Our RO systems remove up to approximately 99% of dissolved salts, ions, heavy metals and microcontaminants through a very dense membrane. The result: reliable ultrapure water that meets strict industrial standards.
Operating principle: pressure filtration against osmotic resistance
Under high operating pressure, water is forced through a semipermeable membrane. Almost exclusively water molecules pass through as permeate, while dissolved substances are discharged as concentrate. This principle succeeds where mechanical filters and preliminary processes fail, including effective removal of monovalent salts such as sodium and chloride.
Protection of sensitive production processes
By completely removing hardness formers and dissolved substances, reverse osmosis protects downstream boilers, turbines and production equipment from corrosion, scaling and fouling. This means less maintenance, longer lifespan and lower operational costs.
Benefits of Morselt Reverse Osmosis
- Up to approximately 99% desalination: Removes virtually all dissolved salts, ions and microcontaminants
- Effective against all salt types: Also removes monovalent salts (sodium, chloride) where nanofiltration fails
- Protection against fouling and scaling: Prevents scaling and erosion in sensitive equipment
- Modular design: Compatible with ultrafiltration or nanofiltration as a pretreatment stage to extend membrane lifespan
- Removal of invisible contaminants: Eliminates microorganisms, viruses, pyrogens and persistent organic substances
- Fully automatic control: PLC-monitored control of conductivity, pressure and flow rates for consistent quality
- Economical ultrapure water: Continuously high permeate quality for efficient production of high-grade water
Technical specifications (standard)
- Membranes: High-quality thin-film composite membranes with optimal retention rates and permeate capacity
- Process principle: Pressure filtration under high operating pressure against osmotic pressure
- Control: Fully automatic PLC control with continuous monitoring of conductivity, pressure and volumetric flow
- Cleaning system: Integrated flushing and CIP processes (Clean-In-Place) to prevent scaling and fouling
- Scalability: Modular membrane modules for flexible capacity adjustments
- Removal spectrum: Ions, microorganisms, viruses, pyrogens, silicates, dissolved organic substances and residual COD loads
- Chemical stability: Resistant to industrial water composition and variable source water quality
Configurations and options
Boiler feed and cooling water
Fully demineralized make-up water for industrial heating and steam applications. RO protects boilers and cooling circuits from corrosion and scaling. Configuration depends on source water quality; combination with pre-filtration optional.
Application: Steam generators, process boilers, cooling circuits
Benefit: Maximum lifespan extension of critical equipment
Ultrapure water and pharmaceutical production
High-end final stage for sensitive production processes with strict water quality requirements. Microorganisms, viruses, pyrogens and ionic contaminants are virtually completely removed. RO as a follow-up step after optional ultrafiltration.
Application: Pharmaceutical synthesis, laboratory water, sensitive industrial processes
Benefit: Consistent ultrapure water quality over the long term
Water recycling and reuse
Sustainable water reuse in intensive laundries, galvanizing and other water-intensive industries. RO reconditioning of contaminated water for reuse in rinsing or production. Maximizes water recycling and significantly reduces wastewater.
Application: Electroplating, industrial laundries, water-intensive production
Benefit: Sustainable water management with cost reduction
