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    PFAS Removal Water Treatment Companies

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    Brine Consulting

    Verified
    Netherlands1-50 employees
    Mechanical Vapor Recompression (MVR) · Atmospheric Evaporator · Spray Evaporator +130 more
    apac · china · europe +3 more

    BRINE CONSULTING delivers senior-level strategy, technical design, and actionable insight across the full lifecycle of water-related challenges. We support clients with advisory and due diligence, advanced brine management and resource recovery, industrial and municipal water reuse, and MLD/ZLD systems. Our team also leads ESG and climate-resilience strategy, innovation scouting, and international development and PPP advisory. With deep specialization in desalination, brine valorization, circular economy models, and high-impact infrastructure, we help organizations turn water and waste streams into opportunities, providing clear thinking, rapid delivery, and solutions built for real-world results.

    Activated Carbon Filtration
    Reverse Osmosis (RO) Systems
    Ultrafiltration (UF) Systems
    +85 more
    manufacturing
    energy-production
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    Ecosystems International

    Verified
    Indonesia51-200 employees
    Flat Sheet Microfiltration Units · Hollow Fiber MF Systems · Ceramic Microfiltration Modules +80 more
    apac · china · europe +3 more

    PT Ecosystems International (PT ESI) was established at Jakarta on 21st November 2006. We are an industrial effluent treatment systems integrator specializing in electrocoagulation (EC), a unique waste water treatment profile. PT ESI has capabilities in designing complete waste water treatment solutions by combining various effluent treatment systems such as the electro-coagulation, biological, chemical processes and membrane filtration, offering its customers a wide and comprehensive range of solutions, tailored to suit their various needs – ranging from basic effluent treatment for discharge to effluent recycling for water reuse. The Company is experienced in handling the design, engineering, procurement, construction and operation of new Effluent Treatment Plants (“ETP”) and possesses expertise in retrofitting existing ETP to increase the flow rate and treatment capability without any major infrastructure increase PT ESI is also a premier waste water treatment service company specializing in handling waste water generated from Exploration (Drilling) and Produced Water. Customers in Indonesia include major Oil & Gas companies such as Pertamina, Exxon, Chevron, Petro-China and Medco. Operations in Indonesia are provided by both mobile and fixed units. At drill sites where waste-water recycling is required, PT ESI supplement these treatment units with skid mounted mobile Reverse Osmosis systems. The technologies and solutions employed by PT ESI are developed in-house and examples of these are its proprietary Trident™ Electro Contaminant Removal (“ECR”) system, the Stage Contaminant Removal (“SCR”) process and Mobile On-Site Waste-Water Treatment (“OWT”) units

    Reverse Osmosis (RO) Systems
    Ultrafiltration (UF) Systems
    Multi-media Filtration (MMF) Systems
    +63 more
    agriculture
    manufacturing
    Hainan Litree Water Purification Technology Industry Co., Ltd. logo

    Hainan Litree Water Purification Technology Industry Co., Ltd.

    Verified
    China200+ employees
    Tubular Ultrafiltration Units · Hollow Fiber UF Modules · Flat Sheet UF Membranes +17 more
    apac · china · europe +3 more

    Litree: Pioneering Ultrafiltration for a Water-Secure World Founded in 1992, Litree has dedicated 30+ years to redefining water purification through ultrafiltration (UF) membrane technology—our core expertise and passion立升(Litree). As a global high-tech enterprise rooted in independent innovation, we’ve evolved from a membrane R&D startup to one of the world’s leading water problem solvers, with over 146 core patents and state-of-the-art manufacturing hubs in Haikou and Suzhou, China立升(Litree). Our signature hollow fiber UF membranes are engineered to deliver unmatched performance: 0.01μm precision removes 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, and contaminants while preserving essential minerals—striking the perfect balance between purity and health立升(Litree). This technology powers our diverse solutions, from residential whole-house systems to large-scale municipal projects and industrial wastewater treatment, all designed for sustainability and cost-efficiency. What truly sets us apart is our commitment to making safe water accessible. We’ve completed projects serving 50,000+ residents with centralized purification systems that cut construction costs and footprint by 50% compared to traditional setups—proof that advanced technology can also be affordable. Today, our solutions reach 60+ countries, supporting 3,000+ industrial clients and millions of households worldwide. At Litree, water isn’t just our business—it’s our mission. We believe every drop matters, and we’ll keep pushing boundaries to create a future where clean, safe water is a universal right, not a privilege

    Ultrafiltration (UF) Systems
    Membrane Filtration Technologies
    pH Adjustment and Neutralization
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    agriculture
    manufacturing
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    Liquid X

    Verified
    United Arab Emirates1-50 employees
    Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) Filters · GO–Polymer Composites · Cartridge Filters
    mea

    Liquid X is a water technology consultancy and commercialization platform focused on accelerating the deployment of next-generation filtration solutions, with a core emphasis on graphene-based water treatment. Founded to address the gap between breakthrough innovation and real-world implementation, Liquid X operates at the intersection of advanced material science, water infrastructure, and market deployment. While significant advances in water technologies exist globally, many remain confined to laboratories or early-stage ventures. Liquid X bridges this gap by identifying, validating, and commercializing high-impact solutions—particularly graphene-based filtration systems—within the GCC and wider MENA region. Our consultancy model is built around a full lifecycle approach: from technology scouting and technical evaluation to pilot design, validation, and scaled deployment. We work with asset owners, governments, and enterprises to translate emerging technologies into practical, site-ready solutions. This includes designing pilot programs with measurable performance metrics, enabling data-driven decision-making, and ensuring that innovations are proven under real operating conditions before scale-up. A key focus of Liquid X is the commercialization of graphene-based water filters. Graphene, a two-dimensional material with exceptional strength, permeability, and adsorption capacity, has the potential to fundamentally transform water treatment. Its nano-scale structure allows precise separation of contaminants while enabling faster water flow and lower energy consumption compared to conventional systems. Through strategic partnerships with innovators, researchers, and manufacturers, Liquid X is actively working to bring graphene filtration technologies from concept to market. These systems are being developed to address some of the most critical water challenges, including the removal of PFAS and emerging contaminants, heavy metals, dissolved solids, and industrial pollutants—while significantly reducing waste and energy intensity associated with traditional technologies such as reverse osmosis. Our role extends beyond technology development. Liquid X supports the full commercialization journey, including: Technical due diligence and performance validation Pilot implementation and third-party verification Integration with existing infrastructure Development of scalable deployment models Coordination with EPC contractors, facility managers, and regulators Ongoing monitoring, compliance, and optimization By operating as a vendor-agnostic platform, we ensure that solutions are selected based on performance, suitability, and long-term value—not vendor bias. The MENA region faces some of the world’s most acute water challenges, including scarcity, high desalination dependence, and rising energy costs. Liquid X is positioned to introduce more efficient, decentralized, and sustainable alternatives through advanced filtration technologies. Graphene-based systems, in particular, offer the potential for lightweight, modular, and energy-efficient treatment solutions that can be deployed at scale across residential, commercial, and industrial applications. At its core, Liquid X is not just a consultancy—it is an enabler of the next generation of water infrastructure. By combining deep regional expertise with global innovation networks, we are helping transform how water is treated, distributed, and consumed. Our mission is to accelerate the transition from legacy, resource-intensive systems to smarter, more sustainable water solutions—unlocking the full potential of graphene and other advanced materials to build a more water-secure future.

    Activated Carbon Filtration
    Nanofiltration (NF) Systems
    Point-of-Use (POU) Filtration Systems
    +11 more
    food-beverages
    hospitality-tourism
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    EC Solutions

    Verified
    United Arab Emiratesfreelance
    Conventional EC
    apac · china · europe +3 more

    EC Solutions is a specialized consultancy focused on electrochemical technologies for water and wastewater treatment. We believe electrochemical processes, and electrocoagulation in particular, are among the most promising technologies in the water sector today. As a rule of thumb, anything that can be treated with conventional coagulation–flocculation can be pretreated with electrocoagulation, without adding chemicals. That means less chemical handling, lower sludge complexity, and more controllable treatment outcomes. We help industries evaluate, pilot, and implement electrocoagulation as a robust pretreatment or core process for color removal, heavy metals, TSS, emulsified oils, and complex industrial effluents. If you’re dealing with a difficult water challenge and want a cleaner, smarter alternative to chemical treatment, EC Solutions is built for that.

    Greywater Recycling Systems
    Industrial Process Water Reuse
    Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plants
    +2 more
    manufacturing
    food-beverage
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    Evergreen Water Solutions

    United Kingdom

    A leading supplier of progressive wastewater treatment systems Evergreen Water Solutions works closely with a number of international engineering companies whose expertise are in scalable wastewater treatment systems and containerised wastewater treatment systems for municipal and industrial application. Evergreen Water Solutions offers a comprehensive engineering service. Our company incorporates initial design and planning, to implementation of projects that are delivered on time and on budget. Our expertise in wastewater treatment covers infrastructure development, package sewage treatment systems and advanced treatment technology for wastewater recycling with the strictest treatment requirements. The goal of Evergreen Water Solutions is to exceed the expectations of our clients, foster long-term relationships, and make a positive impact on the environment and industry standards. Evergreen Water Solutions use innovative products and suppliers to source, design and implement leading environmental water and wastewater treatment products and solutions. All new equipment and suppliers are required to undergo pre-qualification program and a series of acceptances and trials are applied prior to the approval of the vendor. Evergreen Water Solutions’ pre-qualification program guarantees you our clients that the products we source are of the highest standard within the industry, these products along with the expertise within Evergreen Water Solutions ensures that the solution we provide will meet and exceed any expectation you might have.

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    Amazon Filters Ltd

    United Kingdom

    Founded in 1985, UK-based Amazon Filters Ltd is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of bespoke filtration technology such as filter cartridges and housings. Our comprehensive range of products support critical liquid and gas applications in many industries. With over 40 years of continuous support to municipal water companies, we are ideally placed to solve water quality problems with our bespoke cartridge filtration technology. From small boundary boxes installations to large volume fully containerised system and rentable mobile skids, we can manufacture and supply it all. We offer solutions for: Turbidity Control Metals Removal (iron / manganese) Cryptosporidium removal Chlorine reduction Let us support your AMP 8 commitments: Securing Long Term Resilience Securing Cost Efficiency Securing Confidence and Assurance We operate a range of ISO-accredited Quality Management Systems to ensure excellence in customer service. We provide high quality, reliable products and services that exceed client expectations. We help you worry less about the filtration process so you can focus on what you do best.

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    EMS Industries Ltd

    United Kingdom

    EMS are a UK based manufacturer of positive displacement ram pumps and grit removal solutions used traditionally in the wastewater industries but also in the food waste (AD) sector. EMS Industries was established in 1995 and has since grown into a world-renowned name for providing robust, reliable products which have provided our substantial client list with many years of trouble free service. All EMS products are designed, manufactured and tested in our Stoke on Trent operational facilities where we can also offer additional services including spare parts, service and repairs, installation, commissioning, operator training packages and full CAD and 3D modelling services. As a framework provider to some of the major UK utility companies, we ensure that our products meet with all current legislation and continually strive to provide innovative products to the market place.

    Treatment Process Technologies
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    Hydro International

    United Kingdom

    Hydro International, a CRH company,  provides advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. Hydro International can help water companies meet their AMP and environmental obligations, including the reduction of sewer overflows and the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). Hydro International provides total solutions for Inlet Works, Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs), Stormwater Management, Flood Warning and Prevention, and Water Resource management, from design to supply and installation through to ongoing preventative maintenance, servicing and emergency repair.  These solutions include: Hydrometric data collection, monitoring analysis and reporting for river level, reservoir, network and weather. Continuous water quality monitoring for compliance with Section 82 of the Environment Act. Water resource analysis and consultancy. Stormwater management solutions, including options for Sustainable Drainage Systems. (SuDS) and Smart Maintenance. CSO event duration monitoring. CSO and storm tank treatment and screening. Passive flow controls for flood prevention schemes, SuDS, CSOs and WwTWs. Inlet works screening and grit removal solutions. Sludge screening. Dropping sewage or water safely from height. Hire, repair and maintenance of inlet works screens and screenings handling equipment

    Networks - Sewerage
    Asset Maintenance & Rehabilitation

    PFAS Removal Technologies: Activated Carbon, Ion Exchange, and High-Pressure Membrane Performance

    Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) represent a class of over 12,000 synthetic fluorinated compounds characterised by exceptional chemical and thermal stability, with C-F bond dissociation energy of 544 kJ/mol making them resistant to conventional treatment. PFOA and PFOS, historically the most prevalent, are regulated under EPA's April 2024 final rule at individual MCLs of 4 ng/L each; PFNA and PFHxS at 10 ng/L each; HFPO-DA (GenX) at 10 ng/L; and a hazard index of 1 for mixtures. The EU Drinking Water Directive (2020/2184) sets a total PFAS limit of 500 ng/L and a sum of 20 priority PFAS at 100 ng/L. UK DWD transposition retains these values. Achievable treatment effluent concentrations: granular activated carbon (GAC) at empty bed contact time (EBCT) of 10 to 20 minutes achieves 70 to 90 percent removal of long-chain PFAS (C8+); ion exchange resins (single-use or regenerable) achieve greater than 95 percent removal; nanofiltration (NF) achieves 85 to 95 percent; reverse osmosis (RO) achieves greater than 99 percent rejection of PFAS.

    Granular activated carbon (GAC) is the most widely deployed PFAS treatment technology. Coal-based GAC outperforms wood- or coconut-based carbons for PFAS adsorption due to higher micropore volume and surface chemistry. Key design parameters: EBCT of 10 to 20 minutes achieves regulatory targets for long-chain PFAS; short-chain PFAS (C4-C6, including PFBS and PFHxA) have lower GAC affinity and may require EBCT of 20 to 30 minutes or supplemental treatment. Spent carbon regeneration (thermal reactivation at 900 to 1,000 degrees C) destroys adsorbed PFAS; regenerated carbon exhibits 10 to 15 percent capacity loss per cycle. Single-use PFAS-selective ion exchange resins (Purolite A600E, Evoqua SIR-110, CalRes 2103) achieve greater than 95 percent removal to below 1 ng/L and are not thermally regenerable; spent resin requires high-temperature incineration (greater than 1,100 degrees C with afterburner) for PFAS destruction per EPA PFAS Destruction and Disposal Guidance (2024).

    High-pressure membrane processes (NF and RO) reject PFAS as large, charged molecules: molecular weight cut-off (MWCO) for NF of 200 to 300 Da effectively rejects C6+ PFAS; RO rejects essentially all PFAS including short-chain compounds. Concentrate management is the critical challenge: PFAS-laden concentrate (2 to 8 percent of feed flow) requires evaporation or high-temperature incineration. Electrochemical advanced oxidation (EAO) using boron-doped diamond (BDD) electrodes mineralises PFAS in concentrate streams at energy inputs of 50 to 200 kWh per m3, achieving greater than 99 percent defluorination. Sonochemical treatment (ultrasound at 20 kHz, 200 to 800 W/L) and photocatalytic reduction using UV/sulfite or UV/iodide systems are emerging technologies achieving PFAS mineralisation. US EPA classifies PFAS as hazardous substances under CERCLA (2024 rule), triggering site remediation requirements. Procurement of PFAS treatment systems requires supplier confirmation of PFAS destruction capacity for waste streams.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the EPA MCL for PFAS in drinking water?

    EPA's April 2024 final PFAS rule sets individual maximum contaminant levels (MCLs): PFOA at 4 ng/L (4 parts per trillion); PFOS at 4 ng/L; PFNA at 10 ng/L; PFHxS at 10 ng/L; HFPO-DA (GenX chemicals) at 10 ng/L. For mixtures of PFNA, PFHxS, HFPO-DA, and PFBS, a hazard index (HI) of 1.0 applies. Public water systems must comply by 2027 (monitoring), with treatment implementation by 2029. These are the first ever enforceable PFAS drinking water standards in the US. The EU Drinking Water Directive 2020/2184 sets total PFAS at 500 ng/L and sum of 20 priority PFAS at 100 ng/L, implemented by January 2026.

    Which treatment technology best removes PFAS?

    Technology selection depends on PFAS chain length and target effluent quality. For long-chain PFAS (C8+, PFOA/PFOS): GAC at EBCT 10 to 20 minutes achieves 70 to 90 percent removal; ion exchange resins (single-use) achieve greater than 95 percent to below 1 ng/L. For short-chain PFAS (C4-C6, PFBS, PFHxA): GAC is less effective; ion exchange (PFAS-selective resins) or RO are preferred, with RO achieving greater than 99 percent rejection. Combined systems (GAC polishing after RO) are used where multiple chain lengths are present. For small systems or point-of-entry treatment: NSF/ANSI 58-certified RO units are the most reliable solution. EPA's 2023 Drinking Water Treatment Technologies publication rates systems by removal efficiency and applicability.

    How is PFAS-contaminated waste from treatment disposed of?

    PFAS waste streams requiring disposal include: spent GAC (if not regenerated), spent single-use ion exchange resin, and RO/NF concentrate. EPA's PFAS Destruction and Disposal Guidance (December 2023, updated 2024) identifies high-temperature incineration (greater than 1,100 degrees C with afterburner, greater than 2 seconds residence time) as the preferred destruction method for solid PFAS wastes. Thermal reactivation of spent GAC (900 to 1,000 degrees C) destroys adsorbed PFAS and is preferred over landfill disposal. PFAS-concentrated liquids (RO concentrate) can be treated by electrochemical oxidation (BDD electrodes) or sent to permitted hazardous waste incineration. Landfill disposal of PFAS-laden waste is not recommended under EPA guidance due to leachate risk. Emerging EPA regulations may classify spent PFAS treatment media as RCRA hazardous waste.

    Can PFAS be removed by standard water softening or chlorination?

    No. Standard water softening (ion exchange for hardness, cation exchange) does not remove PFAS - PFAS are anionic or neutral compounds that are not affected by cation resin exchange. Chlorination, UV disinfection, ozonation, and conventional coagulation-flocculation-sedimentation have minimal PFAS removal efficiency - typically less than 10 percent. These conventional processes do not break C-F bonds. Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) using hydroxyl radicals (H2O2/UV, ozone/H2O2) are also largely ineffective for PFAS mineralisation, as PFAS are resistant to hydroxyl radical attack (rate constant less than 10 to the 6 M-1 s-1). Effective PFAS removal requires GAC, ion exchange, or high-pressure membranes (NF/RO). Communities using chloramines or ozone for DBP control should still evaluate dedicated PFAS treatment as a separate process step.

    Case Study·UK water company, groundwater supply serving 35,000 properties, South East England
    Challenge

    PFAS monitoring under the EU DWD 2020 watch list detected PFOA at 18 ng per L and PFHxS at 14 ng per L in a groundwater source, placing the supply above the EU sum of 20 PFAS parametric value of 100 ng per L when accounting for the full PFAS profile. Blending with unaffected sources was insufficient to achieve compliance on its own.

    Approach

    A full-scale GAC contactors installation (EBCT 18 minutes, coal-based GAC, two contactors in parallel) was designed and commissioned within 14 months under a regulatory enforcement timetable agreed with DWI. Spent GAC (after 18 months service at 3 to 5 ug per g loading) was sent to a licensed thermal reactivation facility. Ion exchange (single-use PFAS-selective resin) was evaluated as an alternative but deferred due to spent resin disposal uncertainty under evolving EA hazardous waste guidance.

    Outcome

    PFOA in product water fell to below 1 ng per L and PFHxS to below 2 ng per L, achieving compliance with the EU DWD parametric values. DWI lifted the monitoring enforcement notice 8 months after commissioning. The GAC system treated 3.8 Ml per day at an operating cost of 0.22 GBP per m3.

    Questions to Ask Shortlisted Providers

    1. 1

      What is the full PFAS profile in the source water (chain length, concentrations, and seasonal variation)?

      GAC performs differently for long-chain versus short-chain PFAS; short-chain compounds (C4 to C6) have lower carbon affinity and may require longer EBCT or supplemental IX to achieve compliance.

    2. 2

      What is the proposed spent GAC or IX resin disposal route and is a licensed thermal reactivation or incineration facility contracted?

      PFAS waste must be destroyed at above 1,100 degrees C; disposal logistics and cost must be confirmed before the treatment system is designed, as they significantly affect OPEX.

    3. 3

      What EBCT has been confirmed as effective for achieving the target effluent PFAS concentration and at what service life?

      EBCT and GAC service life determine the volume of carbon and regeneration frequency; a pilot or column study with site water should validate EBCT before full-scale design.

    4. 4

      Has the DWI been informed and agreed the treatment approach and monitoring protocol?

      PFAS treatment changes require DWI notification; the monitoring programme and sample analysis methodology (ISO 21675, EPA Method 533) must be agreed with DWI before operation.

    5. 5

      What is the concentrate management plan if NF or RO is selected and has an EA permit been obtained for concentrate discharge?

      RO concentrate containing concentrated PFAS requires specialist management; an EA environmental permit for the disposal route must be in place before commissioning.

    What Drives Cost in This Category

    GAC contactor capital and carbon volume

    GAC contactors for 5 to 50 Ml per day cost 1 to 8 million GBP; carbon volume at 18-minute EBCT is 10 to 80 m3 per Ml per day capacity, with coal-based GAC at 1,500 to 2,500 GBP per tonne.

    Spent GAC reactivation or disposal frequency

    Thermal reactivation at licensed facility costs 600 to 1,000 GBP per tonne; at 18-month service life and 10 t per Ml per day carbon inventory, reactivation OPEX is 0.05 to 0.12 GBP per m3 at high PFAS loading.

    PFAS analysis programme

    Full PFAS suite analysis (EPA Method 533 or ISO 21675, 20-compound panel) costs 300 to 700 GBP per sample; monthly compliance monitoring for a large supply requires 60,000 to 150,000 GBP per year in laboratory costs.

    Single-use IX resin system (if selected)

    PFAS-selective single-use resin systems cost 100,000 to 400,000 GBP per system for 1 to 5 Ml per day; spent resin disposal at licensed incineration facility adds 1,000 to 2,000 GBP per tonne.

    Key Regulations & Standards

    EU DWD 2020/2184 and UK Transposition

    Sets total PFAS limit of 500 ng per L and sum of 20 PFAS at 100 ng per L; individual PFOA and PFOS limits tighten to 0.5 and 3 ng per L respectively; UK statutory instruments implement these values with DWI enforcement.

    DWI Guidance Note on PFAS (2021 and updates)

    DWI guidance sets monitoring requirements and treatment approval process for PFAS in drinking water; supplies above parametric values must notify DWI and agree a compliance schedule.

    EA Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005 (Spent PFAS Media)

    Spent GAC and IX resin from PFAS treatment may be classified as hazardous waste (EWC 19 09 04); disposal by licensed contractor with consignment notes to a permitted facility is mandatory.

    NSF/ANSI 58 and NSF/ANSI 61 (PFAS Removal Certification)

    NSF/ANSI 58 certifies point-of-use RO systems for PFAS removal; NSF/ANSI 61 certifies that treatment media and equipment do not introduce PFAS into drinking water; both certifications are relevant for PFAS treatment procurement.