Industry-Specific Water Solutions That Drive Results
From semiconductors to mining, our membrane technologies solve the most challenging water problems across industries
Industries Overview
Semiconductors: Ultrapure Water & Zero Discharge
Industry Challenges
Ultrapure water production generates high-TDS waste
Strict ZLD regulations in manufacturing locations
Need for water reuse to reduce operational costs
OSMOSYS Solutions
SAMRO™: Energy-efficient pretreatment and initial concentration
MBC™: Final concentration to achieve true ZLD compliance
OSMOSmart™: AI optimization for consistent water quality
Key Applications
Fabrication Facility ZLD: Complete zero liquid discharge systems
Water Reuse: Recovered water for cooling towers and facility operations
Chemical Recovery: Valuable chemical recovery from process streams
Results
99%+ water recovery with ZLD compliance
80% lower CAPEX than thermal ZLD systems
Consistent operation suitable for cleanroom environments
Oil & Gas: Produced Water Treatment & Resource Recovery
Industry Challenges
High-volume produced water disposal costs
Valuable lithium and minerals in waste streams
Environmental regulations limiting injection wells
OSMOSYS Solutions
Li-Max™: Selective lithium extraction from produced waters
MBC™: High-concentration processing for mineral recovery
SAMRO™: Clean water recovery for reuse in operations
Key Applications
Lithium Recovery: Extract lithium from Texas, North Dakota operations
Produced Water Treatment: >80% water recovery for reuse
Mineral Recovery: Barium, strontium, and valuable salts
Results
80% disposal cost reduction through water reuse
Dual revenue streams from hydrocarbons and minerals
Mining: Tailings Management & Mineral Recovery
Industry Challenges
Acid mine drainage and process water treatment
Valuable metals lost in tailings and waste streams
Environmental liability and remediation costs
OSMOSYS Solutions
MBC™: Concentrate waste streams for metal recovery
SAMRO™: Clean water recovery for process reuse
OSMOSmart™: Optimize recovery of multiple valuable components
Key Applications
Tailings Valorization: Extract copper, zinc, nickel from existing waste
Process Water Recovery: Clean water for mining operations
Legacy Site Remediation: Clean up while recovering value
Results
Transform liability into asset through metal recovery
90%+ water recovery for process reuse
Environmental compliance with revenue generation
Pharmaceuticals: Solvent Recovery & Waste Concentration
Industry Challenges
High-value pharmaceutical solvents disposed as waste
Strict regulations for pharmaceutical waste disposal
Need for pharmaceutical-grade recovered materials
OSMOSYS Solutions
Sanitary MBC™: Food/pharma-grade membrane systems
Selective Recovery: Target specific high-value solvents
Quality Assurance: Meet pharmaceutical specifications
Key Applications
API Manufacturing: Solvent recovery in drug production
Solvent Recycling: Pharmaceutical-grade solvent reuse
Waste Concentration: Reduce disposal volumes dramatically
Salt & Caustic Soda: Brine Purification & Concentration
Industry Challenges
Brine quality requirements for electrolysis
Energy-intensive concentration processes
Need for high-purity salt production
OSMOSYS Solutions
SAMRO™: Efficient brine preconcentration and purification
MBC™: Achieve crystallization-ready salt concentrations
Selective Processing: Remove impurities while concentrating
Key Applications
Salt Concentration: Energy-efficient concentration to crystallization
Caustic Production: Optimized brine quality for caustic soda production
Results
High-purity brine for efficient electrolysis
Energy savings vs thermal concentration
Consistent quality for industrial-grade salt production
Desalination: Ultra-Efficient Seawater & Brackish Treatment
Industry Challenges
High energy consumption in conventional desalination
Need for higher recovery rates
Brine disposal and environmental concerns
OSMOSYS Solutions
SAMRO™: 14% energy savings vs best-in-class SWRO
Dual Permeate Streams: High and lower-quality water separation
MBC™: Concentrate brine for disposal or mineral recovery
Key Applications
Municipal Water Supply: Energy-efficient seawater desalination
Industrial Process Water: Brackish water treatment for industry
Brine Management: Concentrate brine to reduce disposal volumes
Results
14% energy savings vs best available technology
90% recovery in single stage
XPrize-qualified technology with proven performance
Universal Benefits Across All Industries
Technology Advantages
Energy Efficiency: Membrane processes vs energy-intensive thermal
Modular Design: Scalable from pilot to full industrial scale
AI Optimization: OSMOSmart™ maximizes performance across applications
Proven Commercial: 5+ plants delivered, not just prototypes
Economic Benefits
Reduced CAPEX: 40-80% lower than conventional alternatives
Lower OPEX: Reduced energy, maintenance, and disposal costs
Revenue Generation: Transform waste disposal into profit centers
Fast ROI: Typically 2-4 year payback periods
Environmental Impact
Water Conservation: Up to 99% water recovery rates
Waste Reduction: Minimize disposal through recovery and reuse
Carbon Footprint: Significant energy and emission reductions
Regulatory Compliance: Meet current and future environmental standards