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Cross-section of a fouled RO membrane element, with brown biofilm and microbial contamination visible on the feed spacers.

September 24, 2025

The Hidden Threat: Your Expert Guide to Preventing RO Membrane Biofouling

Your reverse osmosis system was a star performer. Pressures were stable, flow rates were high, and water quality was perfect. Then, slowly but surely, things started to change. You find...

Chemical diagram illustrating how hypochlorous acid (HClO) from chlorine attacks the polyamide structure of a reverse osmosis (RO) membrane, causing irreversible oxidation.

Water Treatment Technology

September 5, 2025

The Silent Killer of RO Systems: A Complete Guide to Preventing Membrane Oxidation

What is RO Membrane Oxidation? Think of RO membrane oxidation as a chemical burn. TFC membranes, the standard for modern RO systems, have an ultra-thin polyamide layer responsible for salt...

Cupped hands holding crystal-clear fresh water, symbolizing the result of Globaluf's advanced seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination technology.

Water Treatment Technology

September 2, 2025

How to Desalinate Sea Water: The Ultimate Guide to SWRO Technology

Introduction With freshwater scarcity becoming a global challenge, seawater desalination has emerged as a critical solution to provide clean, drinkable water. Among the various desalination technologies, Seawater Reverse Osmosis (SWRO)...

Globaluf Industrial Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water Treatment Plant for high-volume purification

Water Treatment Technology

August 24, 2025

Understanding RO Membrane Scaling: Causes, Effects, and Prevention Strategies

Introduction In the world of water treatment, reverse osmosis (RO) systems are essential for producing high-quality purified water. However, one common challenge that plagues these systems is RO membrane scaling....

Detailed system layout of an advanced industrial Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant, illustrating complex design principles for high-purity water treatment.

Water Treatment Technology

August 9, 2025

Beyond the Basics: Advanced Reverse Osmosis System Design by Globaluf

Introduction: Engineering Purity at Its Peak – The Art of Advanced RO Design In the dynamic world of water treatment, a standard Reverse Osmosis (RO) system often suffices for basic...

Fouled nanofiltration membrane element inlet end face, showing contamination before cleaning.

Water Treatment Technology

August 3, 2025

Navigating Water Quality Fluctuations: Globaluf's Expertise in Safeguarding Membrane System Performance

Foreword For widely used desalination membranes like Nanofiltration (NF) and Reverse Osmosis (RO), membrane scaling is a universal concern. When scaling occurs in a desalination unit, antiscalants are often the...

Aerial panoramic view of the Umm Al Quwain Seawater Reverse Osmosis (SWRO) Desalination Plant in the UAE, showing the extensive facility on the coastline with intake and outfall structures extending into the blue sea.

Industry Insights

July 27, 2025

Exploring the Top 5 SWRO Desalination Plants in the World(2025)

Overview In the face of escalating global water scarcity, desalination has emerged as a crucial solution for augmenting freshwater supplies. The two primary technologies in desalination are thermal desalination and...

Skid-mounted Electrodeionization (EDI) modules system for producing industrial ultrapure water

Water Treatment Technology

July 23, 2025

Comprehensive Guide to EDI System Maintenance: Effective Cleaning Techniques and Prevention Strategies

Introduction Electrodeionization (EDI) technology stands as a cornerstone of modern ultrapure water production. For industries from pharmaceuticals to power generation, EDI systems—powered by industry-leading modules from brands like IONPURE and...