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Membrane Technologies

The many ways to recover protein and minerals from whey

Dairy processors target high-margin proteins, minerals and water reuse as filtration technologies evolve.

May 8, 2026

Whey, once seen as a byproduct, is now a valuable resource for dairy processors, projected to grow into a $26.24 billion market by 2034. Innovations in membrane filtration and byproduct recovery are driving this shift, enhancing sustainability and protein extraction.

DuPont expands WAVE Pro tool to improve RO and nanofiltration system design

WAVE Pro integrates DuPont Water Solutions technologies including DuPont IntegraTec and Inge ultrafiltration modules, DuPont AmberLite ion exchange resins and FilmTec reverse osmosis and nanofiltration elements.

March 10, 2026

Enhanced platform integrates ultrafiltration, ion exchange, RO and NF into a single, comprehensive water treatment design solution.

FrieslandCampina and Vito pioneer sustainable dairy processing with advanced membrane technology

Membrane process enables higher batch outputs, offering flexibility and capacity expansion without major infrastructure changes.

November 4, 2025

Vito synthesizes a range of customized ceramic nanofiltration membranes designed for optimal performance in dairy applications.

UK university engineers create new nanofiltration membrane

Membrane consists of cellulose and lignin.

March 28, 2025

Plant-based nanofiltration membrane does not use fossil fuel-derived materials or toxic solvents.

Membranes for dairies

How to use nanofiltration technology for lactose, whey concentration; and decalcification

The results of the whey concentration and deashing testing highlight the potential for NFS to be used for whey concentration and decalcification applications in the dairy industry.

July 24, 2015

A study examines the performance of nanofiltration membranes dairy applications such as lactose decalcification, whey concentration and deashing.

Koch Membrane Systems’ nanofiltration membrane system

May 19, 2013

Koch Membrane Systems’ nanofiltration membrane was developed for sanitary applications in dairy, food and beverage.

Cross-flow filtration modules: Novasep

June 8, 2012

Novasep offers a broad range of cross-flow filtration (CFF) modules and systems for nanofiltration, ultrafiltration, microfiltration and reverse osmosis.

SR3D nanofiltration elements: Koch Membrane Systems

June 8, 2012

Koch Membrane Systems’ line of SR3D nanofiltration elements were designed for sanitary dairy applications including whey demineralization and lactose concentration.

Nanofiltration: Koch Membrane Systems

May 15, 2012

The SR3D, a new nanofiltration (NF) element from Koch Membrane Systems, is a cost-effective solution to help food and beverage companies increase efficiency and streamline their processes.

Membrane filtration

Koch to show new nanofiltration element at ICTE

February 29, 2012

Koch Membrane Systems announces the North American launch of its next generation nanofiltration element at the International Cheese Technology Expo. The unique spiral membrane is said to reduce filtration costs and increase salt passage.