Ceramic-based filtration is a state-of-the-art filtration technology that came about as an outgrowth of research in the nuclear power industry. While it has been well established that microfiltration and ultrafiltration are highly effective at removing particles to the sub-micron level, previous technologies have been limited by the chemical and temperature environments in which they can operate. Ceramic filters, however, are extremely robust.

CERA-CLEAR™ is a technology that can filter liquids to the sub-micron level, effectively clarifying, to a significant degree, a host of different streams high in COD/BOD (Chemical Oxygen Demand/Biochemical Oxygen Demand), TSS (Total Suspended Solids), TKN (Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen), O&G (Oil and Grease), and other insoluble or suspended materials, as well as some soluble matter. The principal of operation is cross-flow microfiltration or ultrafiltration using highly selective ceramic filters whose operating range is engineered for the targeted objectives. CERA-CLEAR™ WRS™ system provides the ability to remove all but the smallest organic molecules or soluble ions.

The CERA-CLEAR™ WRS™ can be operated as a water recovery system for water reuse in the plant or as a wastewater treatment system.