As cities look to replace aging infrastructure, it’s time to think beyond traditional wastewater treatment and embrace proven technologies.

Fluence’s Aspiral™ Flex provides advanced results in a compact package

For decades, the standard municipal wastewater treatment in the United States and many parts of the world has been a biological process called activated sludge treatment. Now, as many cities face the need to replace aging infrastructure, it’s time to examine newer, more efficient technologies.

Membrane bioreactor (MBR) technology stands out as a solution that combines the benefits of traditional biological treatment processes with membrane filtration. MBR systems offer numerous advantages that make them an attractive option for municipal applications.

1. Superior effluent quality: MBR systems are known for producing high-quality effluent that is free from suspended solids and pathogens. This is achieved using ultrafiltration membranes that provide a physical barrier, ensuring that only clean water passes through. This high level of treatment makes MBR effluent suitable for water reuse in various applications, including irrigation, landscaping, and even potable water production with additional treatment.
2. Compact footprint: One of the standout features of MBR is its compact design. Traditional wastewater treatment plants require large settling tanks to separate solids from liquids before filtration. In contrast, MBR systems integrate biological treatment, solids separation, and membrane filtration into a single, compact unit. This significantly reduces the space required for installation, making MBR an ideal choice for urban areas or facilities with limited space.
3. Energy efficiency: Fluence’s MBR solutions use advanced aeration techniques that reduce energy consumption while maintaining high treatment performance. This not only lowers operational costs but also minimizes the environmental footprint of the treatment process.
4. Flexibility and scalability: MBR technology offers great flexibility and scalability, allowing it to be tailored to meet the specific needs of different applications. Fluence provides modular MBR units that can be easily expanded or reconfigured as demand changes. This adaptability makes MBR systems suitable for a wide range of applications, from small communities to larger municipal facilities.
5. Enhanced nutrient removal: Effective nutrient removal is crucial for preventing water pollution and protecting aquatic ecosystems. MBR systems excel in this area, offering superior removal of nitrogen and phosphorus compared to conventional treatment methods. This is particularly important for facilities that need to meet stringent regulatory standards for effluent quality.

Fluence’s Aspiral™ Flex line offers a flexible and efficient solution for municipal wastewater treatment. By combining proven technologies like MBR and membrane aerated biofilm reactor (MABR), Aspiral™ Flex delivers superior water quality in a compact, modular design.

Sustainable Wastewater Treatment

Fluence’s MBR solutions offer superior effluent quality, compact design, energy efficiency, flexibility, enhanced nutrient removal, and low operational costs, providing reliable and sustainable wastewater treatment options for a variety of applications.

As the demand for efficient and environmentally friendly wastewater treatment continues to grow, MBR technology is poised to play a crucial role in meeting these challenges. Contact Fluence to learn more about how you can benefit from these advances.