DISORB
Engineering Oil–Water Separation Beyond Conventional Media
DISORB™ is an advanced filtration technology designed for efficient removal and recovery of oil and total suspended solids (TSS) from wastewater. Using highly oleophobic media, it enables effective oil coalescence while preventing fouling and operational challenges commonly associated with conventional systems. It is particularly suited for applications requiring both oil recovery and downstream process protection.
Coalescence, Depth Filtration & Oil Release Mechanism
Oleophobic coalescence
specialized media promotes oil droplet aggregation within interstitial spaces for efficient separation.
Dual media filtration
simultaneous removal of oil and suspended solids through depth filtration.
Non-clogging operation
media resists fouling and avoids sticky accumulation seen in conventional filters.
Dynamic backwash response
higher loads trigger faster backwash cycles ensuring continuous performance.
Shock load handling
maintains efficiency under fluctuating and high oil concentrations.
Advantages over Conventional Systems (Nutshell Filters)
No chemical dosing
No gas requirement
No sludge handling units required
No media scrubbing required
Lower energy and maintenance costs
Simplified system configuration
Separation Efficiency & Operational Advantages
>99% removal efficiency for oil and TSS across wide concentration ranges
Handles 1-3000 ppm oil and TSS, including intermittent high loads
Operates up to 85°C (100°C short excursions)
No chemical dosing required
No gas line or ancillary equipment needed
Minimal media attrition (<1% per year)
Resistant to sulphur, surfactants, hydrocarbons, polymers, wax, and asphaltenes
Easy retrofit into existing nutshell filters
Reduced lifecycle cost and simplified operations
Deoiling, Water Reuse & Pretreatment Applications
Oil & Gas / Produced Water
- Produced water treatment
- Refinery wastewater treatment
- Oil recovery and reuse
- Handling upset conditions with high oil loads
Membrane & Advanced Treatment Protection
- Pretreatment for UF/RO systems
- Prevention of membrane fouling due to oil and TSS
- Protection of MBR systems
Industrial & Process Water
- Metal and automotive industry wastewater
- Shipping and aviation facilities
- Surface water treatment and reuse
- Closed-loop water systems
Marine & Environmental
- Bilge water treatment
- Oil spill management in ports and coastal areas
- Desalination pretreatment (oil/algae protection)
Specialty Applications
- Aquaculture (RAS systems - fish fat removal)
- Mobile wastewater treatment systems
- High sulphur and complex hydrocarbon streams
Engineering Considerations
DISORB™ enables consolidation of multiple treatment steps into a single unit operation, significantly improving operational efficiency while reducing both CapEx and OpEx.
Every effluent has a different process signature.
Share your feed characteristics and operating constraints. Our engineers will evaluate the appropriate treatment pathway and integration strategy.
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