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Project Ignition — Spacer

Spacer-side fouling control.

Project Ignition focuses on the feed spacer — one of the main sources of biofouling build-up inside reverse osmosis systems.

Spacer-side fouling control

Targets the feed spacer, one of the primary sites of biofouling accumulation.

Reduced cleaning burden

Aims to reduce pressure drop, fouling build-up, and cleaning frequency.

Direct spacer coating

Uses METASORB’s patented antifouling coating applied directly to reverse osmosis feed spacers.

Early biofilm prevention

Combines a superhydrophobic air layer with antimicrobial action to stop biofilm formation early.

Project Ignition spacer-side fouling control diagram