AltaFilter™ Ultrafiltration

AltaFilter™ Ultrafiltration System Overview:
The AltaFilter™ Ultrafiltration Membrane System is an advanced filtration process used by municipalities and industries alike to produce high quality drinking and process water.

How it Works:
Membrane filtration is the process of removing particulate matter across a physical barrier. Particles larger than the pore opening of the membrane barrier are retained on the membrane surface while clean water and dissolved components pass through. The WesTech AltaFilter Ultrafiltration System is a low pressure, ultrafiltration membrane that removes particulate matter as small as individual viruses.

The AltaFilter utilizes robust, chemically-resistant, polysulfone hollow fibers housed in a uniquely configured pressurized module. The AltaFilter Ultrafiltration System has the most filtration surface area per module in the marketplace, providing a compact, economical solution for effective particulate removal. More filtration area per module allows the membrane system to be designed and operated at lower flux rates, extending membrane life. Unlike granular media filtration, the 0.01 micron ultrafiltration membrane doesn't require coagulant addition for effective filtration. Since the system uses fewer chemicals and operates at moderate flux rates, cleaning frequencies are reduced. 

The AltaFilter Ultrafiltration System is supplied as a pre-engineered system with integrated piping, valves and controls, and has been successfully applied in potable water treatment, municipal wastewater filtration and industrial applications. Custom-engineered systems are available to meet unique needs.