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.
FilmTec Fortilife XC160UHP elements enable high water recovery to support industrial users facing stringent discharge regulations.
March 27, 2026
DuPont Water Solutions wins a 2026 WateReuse Award for Excellence in the Transformational Innovation category for its FilmTec Fortilife XC160UHP elements.
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.
Mesh-wrapped reverse osmosis solution is engineered for dairy processors.
February 23, 2026
FilmTec MXP RO-8038-FF reverse osmosis element provides enhanced productivity and operational performance in a mesh-wrapped configuration, enabling high-quality dairy products.
Dairy processors are increasingly turning to advanced membrane technologies to boost product yield while maintaining efficiency and quality. Innovations in ultrafiltration, including optimized temperature control and homogenization, have been shown to enhance protein retention and minimize fouling. This highlights the importance of upstream processing conditions alongside membrane design in achieving higher yields.
Acquisition increases DuPont’s capacity to meet growing demand for FilmTec in China and the Asia Pacific region.
September 30, 2025
DuPont signs an agreement to acquire Sinochem RO Memtech Co., expanding its reverse osmosis manufacturing footprint into China and the Asia Pacific region.
As dairy producers face increasing pressure to improve efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and maintain high product quality, FilmTec Hypershell XP RO-8038 element supports the production of high-quality dairy products that meet consumer demands for both performance and nutritional value, the company said.
Membrane filtration technology has revolutionized the food and dairy industry by providing practical, sustainable, and optimal cost solutions, enabling the production of minimally processed dairy foods, new dairy ingredients, and recovering bioactive components.