The Membrane Technology Forum announced that Jon Goodman, vice president, Commercial Development, Zwitter Co., will speak at its tradeshow. The speech, "Toward the Approval and Application of Novel Zwitterionic Membranes for the Dairy Industry," will take place on June 3 at 2 p.m. during the event, presented by Dairy Foods and ADPI, and taking place at the DoubleTree in Bloomington, Minn.

A new membrane chemistry, introduced to the dairy industry about four years ago, is transforming traditional dairy processing with significant cost and sustainability advantages. This innovative membrane platform chemistry, based on a zwitterionic copolymer, provides a compelling alternative to the decades-old membrane chemistries currently in use for the concentration of milk and whey proteins, lactose concentration, water polishing, and wastewater treatment.Zwitterionic-based membranes are already in use for some of these applications, with more expected to launch later this year. The anti-fouling properties of these membranes address critical industry needs by offering multiple benefits. The membrane performance is fully recovered with shorter, easier cleaning cycles, leading to immediate cost savings through reduced chemical use. They also drive sustainability gains by minimizing water usage for flushes, reducing wastewater generation, and lowering energy demand for cleaning processes. The increased production uptime enabled by faster cleaning can also translate to higher product yields, fewer waste disposal requirements, and more efficient use of operator time. Initially adopted for wastewater treatment, zwitterionic membranes are now available for whey and milk processing, unlocking new opportunities for the dairy industry. This breakthrough technology delivers a powerful combination of improved operational efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness, setting new standards for the dairy industry.