IWE has been purifying surplus process water from three paper mills in Eerbeek, the Netherlands, since 1960. Now, with a strong focus on achieving a circular process, IWE seeks to use NX Filtration’s direct nanofiltration membranes for upgrading the wastewater stream to enable reuse as process water at the paper mills.

William Suijkerbuijk, director at IWE, said that IWE is happy to play a role in maintaining natural resources. “This pilot with NX Filtration’s direct nanofiltration technology supports us in further reducing the water footprint of our operations.”

Gerard Ruiter, sales manager at NX Filtration, added: “Our tight direct nanofiltration membranes remove micropollutants (including pharmaceuticals, medicines, PFAS and insecticides), colour and selective salts, but also bacteria, viruses and nanoplastics, from water in one step. We are proud to support the sustainability initiatives of IWE.”