Everything you need to know about RO systems — from selection to maintenance.
Reverse Osmosis (RO) is one of the most effective membrane technologies available today. It removes up to 99% of dissolved salts, particles, colloids, organics, bacteria, and pyrogens from water.
RO systems work by applying pressure to push water through semi-permeable membranes. The membranes block contaminants while allowing the treated stream to pass through.
Key considerations when selecting an RO system include feed water quality, desired permeate quality, recovery rate requirements, and space limitations. Pre-treatment is critical for protecting membranes and typically includes sediment filtration, carbon filtration, and water softening.
Membrane maintenance involves regular cleaning cycles (CIP), monitoring of differential pressure and salt rejection rates, and timely membrane replacement. Proper maintenance can extend membrane life to 3-5 years.
Aqua Global supplies, installs, and maintains RO systems from leading manufacturers, ensuring optimal performance throughout the system lifecycle.