Membrane Autopsy Case Study: Identifying Weak Points in Membrane Systems

Membrane autopsies play a crucial role in ensuring the performance and longevity of membrane systems. These diagnostic procedures are essential for any membrane system and include numerous specific tests to identify fouling, scaling and other damage. The present investigations of membranes applied in the chemical industry focus on two main aspects: to identify the causes of the product leakages that lead to the yellow coloration of the permeate and to identify the reasons for the dramaticdrop in plant performance.