Transform dairy whey from a residual by-product into a profitable, high-demand raw material.
Recover up to 42% of total milk solids from whey, converting a disposal cost into a high‑value revenue stream
The Membrane Concentration System is a comprehensive solution engineered to valorize whey through high‑efficiency tangential‑flow membrane technology, transforming a low‑value by‑product into a functional, market‑ready ingredient.
The system manages the complete whey valorization cycle (D.P.C.S.), ensuring product quality through upstream removal of macro‑ and micro‑fines and controlled enzymatic stabilization. Conditioned whey is then processed through nanofiltration or reverse osmosis membranes, where water and selected mineral salts are selectively separated.
The process yields a concentrated retentate with a sweet, neutral flavor profile and functional properties comparable to milk, making it suitable for reincorporation into cheese production, dairy beverages, nutritional supplements, or further concentration and drying.
Main features
Selective demineralization up to 70%
Effective removal of monovalent salts (chlorides) responsible for undesirable flavors.
Benefit: Production of sweet, neutral‑tasting whey comparable to cow's milk, expanding its use in high‑value formulations.
Volumetric concentration factor up to 3×
Ability to concentrate total solids to three times their original concentration.
Benefit: Significant reduction in transportation and storage costs, while improving efficiency in downstream evaporation and drying processes.
By combining precise membrane separation with robust process control, the Membrane Concentration System maximizes whey solids recovery, protects downstream equipment, and creates new revenue opportunities for modern dairy plants.
Main Features and Advantages
Selective 70% Demineralization: Effective removal of monovalent salts (chlorides) that cause off-flavors. Result: sweet, neutral-tasting whey comparable to cow's milk, with significantly higher commercial value.
3X Volumetric Concentration Factor: Concentration of total solids to three times their original volume. Significant reduction in transportation and storage costs.
Recovery of up to 42% of Total Solids: Conversion of whey from a disposal cost to a new revenue stream by capturing the milk solids present in the permeate.
Functional Properties Identical to Milk: The concentrated retentate is suitable for reincorporation into cheeses, dairy beverages, nutritional supplements, or further concentration and drying.
