MBR Wastewater Treatment Plant

Description

The MBR Wastewater Treatment Plant is a modern biological treatment technology combining activated sludge treatment with membrane filtration. It produces extremely high-quality treated water suitable for reuse applications such as cooling, flushing, gardening, and industrial processes.

Compared to traditional sewage treatment plants, MBR systems eliminate secondary clarifiers and sand filters, providing a compact, efficient, and reliable wastewater treatment solution.

This system is ideal for industries, residential complexes, commercial buildings, and municipalities requiring consistent discharge compliance and water recycling.

How MBR Technology Works

The membrane bioreactor integrates two treatment processes into one system:

1. Biological Treatment
   Microorganisms break down organic pollutants (BOD & COD).

2. Membrane Filtration
   Hollow fiber UF membranes physically separate:

• Suspended solids
• Bacteria
• Pathogens
• Turbidity

Unlike conventional systems, sludge settling is not required — membranes perform the separation.

Result: crystal clear treated water.

Key Features & Advantages

Superior Water Quality

Produces water suitable for reuse and meets strict discharge norms.

Compact Footprint

Requires 40–60% less space than conventional STP.

No Secondary Clarifier Required

Membrane filtration replaces sedimentation tanks.

Low Sludge Production

Lower disposal cost and maintenance effort.

Odor Free Operation

Fully enclosed treatment process.

Stable Performance

Handles load fluctuations effectively.

Easy Automation

PLC based automatic operation available.

High Removal Efficiency

• BOD removal > 95%

• TSS removal > 99%

• Bacteria removal > 99.9%

Applications

The MBR wastewater treatment plant is widely used in:

• Residential apartments & housing societies

• Hotels & resorts

• Hospitals & healthcare facilities

• Textile & food industries

• Pharmaceutical industries

• Commercial complexes & malls

• Municipal sewage treatment

• Industrial effluent recycling plants

Technical Specifications

Process Flow

Screening → Equalization Tank → Aeration Tank → MBR Membrane Tank → Disinfection → Treated Water Tank

The membrane tank replaces clarifier + pressure sand filter + carbon filter.

MBR vs Conventional STP

Installation & Operation

The system is delivered as a ready-to-install modular unit.

• Minimal civil work

• Quick commissioning

• Low operator dependency

• Easy maintenance

• Remote monitoring available

Customization & Capacity

Oxymotec offers customized plants from:

5 KLD to 1000+ KLD capacity

Options available:

• Containerized systems

• Underground installation

• Above-ground skid mounted units

• Fully automatic PLC systems

Why Choose Oxymotec

• Industrial grade membrane technology

• Long membrane life

• Low operating cost

• Custom engineered design

• After-sales technical support

• Turnkey project execution

We design systems based on actual influent characteristics, not generic templates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MBR better than STP?

Yes. MBR provides higher quality water and requires less space.

Can treated water be reused?

Yes — suitable for flushing, gardening, cooling towers, and process reuse.

Does it remove bacteria?

Membranes remove >99.9% bacteria and suspended solids.

Is chemical dosing required?

Minimal compared to conventional treatment plants.

How often membranes need replacement?

Typically 3–5 years depending on operation and maintenance.

Get a Quote

Looking for a compact and reliable wastewater treatment solution?

Contact Oxymotec for system design, capacity selection, and project consultation.
Our engineers will recommend the best configuration based on your water characteristics and reuse requirement.