MBR membrane refers to the membrane adopted in membrane bioreactors.

An MBR membrane is a piece of equipment that organically combines membrane technology with biological reactors for wastewater treatment, primarily applied for solid-liquid separation and solid interception. What are its performance characteristics? Let’s take a closer look with the technical team from Winners MBR Membrane Manufacturer.

Hydrophilic Property

Additives are commonly incorporated during MBR membrane production to modify the properties of membrane materials, adjusting the membrane’s hydrophilicity and hydrophobicity accordingly.

Strong Anti-Fouling Capacity

Anti-fouling performance is reflected in the long-term stable operation of MBR membranes. Severe membrane fouling leads to reduced water yield and elevated operational pressure of the MBR membrane.

Rapid Membrane Flux Recovery After Fouling

Once fouled, MBR membranes can undergo physical backwashing and chemical backwashing based on the fouling severity, enabling fast recovery of membrane flux.

High Mechanical Strength

Internal support tubes are installed inside MBR membranes to boost tensile strength, preventing fiber breakage even under harsh working conditions.

Relatively Long Service Life

The service life varies with membrane materials and actual operating conditions. Generally, domestically produced MBR membranes deliver a service life of 3 to 5 years, which is considered a long lifespan.

High Water Permeability

MBR membranes feature a large effective surface area and robust capacity to intercept impurities, resulting in outstanding water throughput.

The above are six core performance characteristics of MBR membranes shared by Winners Membrane Manufacturer, aiming to help you gain a clearer understanding of MBR membranes.