Many reverse osmosis (RO) systems experience scale and fouling issues that may result in system downtime and labor-intensive Clean-In-Place (CIP). System operators are required to perform CIP to restore performance often with limited training and tools. This presentation dicusses RO foulants and symptoms, proper cleaning procedures, and cleaning c...

All the different analysis methods and tools that are used to perform a membarne autopsy will be discussed. In addition, the reasons why to have an autopsy perfomed, membrane selection for the autopsy, and interpretation of the results will be covered....