Most compact FRP membrane housings

XTYPE MEMBRANE HOUSINGS

The high quality 8″ Xtype membrane housings, which are compatible with all standard 8″ membranes, are used in reverse osmosis and nanofiltration processes for a variety of water applications including drinking water, industrial water, ultra-pure water, wastewater and desalination.

Knappe Composites has more than 40 years of unparalleled experience and expertise in the manufacture of inlined FRP membrane housings.
The company’s intensive research into polymers and composites has led to many inventions that have revolutionized the membrane housing market.
Knappe Composites manufactures all major components in-house, ensuring high quality, short lead times and flexibility in serving its customers.

XTYPE MEMBRANE HOUSINGS

  • Modular design
  • Compact design to build systems with the smallest footprint on the market
  • Fewer models of membrane housings
  • Easy inventory for resellers and better availability for OEMs
  • Fewer manifolds / couplings required
  • Flow control for each housing
  • Permeate monitoring and probing
  • Inliner for a long product service life
  • Self-sealing end plate/head system
  • Drinking water certification, French ACS
  • Cost savings due to compact design, fewer headers, couplings

XType SkidS

●Compact and modular design with the smallest footprint on the market
● 3D design as to membrane projection and customer requirements
● Xtype FRP membrane housings
● Manifolds at the top and/or at the bottom or to the left and/or to the right.
● Single or multi stages
● Manifolds in 316/duplex/super duplex stainless steel
● Bends in 316/duplex/super duplex stainless steel
● Couplings in 316/duplex stainless steel
● Frame with adjustable feet in 304 stainless steel
● Skid unit fully assembled prior to shipment
● Complete system pressure tested upon request

MANiFOLDS

  • High quality stainless steel manifolds
  • Manufactured by orbital or robotic fiber laser welding and automatic filler wire feeding
  • Diameters of 3in, 4in, 6in, 8in, 10in or 12in
  • 316, duplex or super duplex stainless steel

Couplings, Flanges, Fittings

  • Weld neck and slip on flanges with stub ends
  • Stainless steel flexible couplings
  • 45 and 90 degrees bends in short and long radius, end caps
  • 316 or Duplex stainless steel

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MEMBRANE HOUSINGS

COUPLINGS, FLANGES, FITTINGS

4 decades of expertise

Our company has 4 decades of experience and is a trusted and reliable industry leader. Our deep understanding and proven track record guarantee our clients’ confidence in our capabilities. Throughout our history, we have maintained a commitment to excellence and consistently deliver exceptional results. This enduring commitment has cemented our reputation for reliability and success.