INNOMEM Project

As liquid-ion battery (LIB) production soars, the demand for ultra-pure N-Methyl-pyrrolidone (NMP) – a critical solvent in cathode manufacturing – is higher than ever. Traditional recovery methods struggle to meet the rigorous purity standards due to metal contamination. That’s where Indaver steps in with an advanced purification process to achieve battery-grade NMP. In the #MEM4BAT project, Indaver and VITO are pioneering membrane tech like organic solvent nanofiltration (OSN) to eliminate metal contaminants down to sub-ppb levels. With promising early results, this project is not only addressing the challenge of membrane stability in harsh solvents but paving the way for sustainable, efficient NMP recycling in the booming battery industry. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dX4fsscg TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane

Exciting news from INNOMEM! Starting this November, the INNOMEM Project Open Innovation Test Bed is stepping into a new era as a fully independent commercial entity. With 8 leading partners—EMI Twente BV as coordinator—we’re continuing to drive the future of nano-enabled membranes and products! EMI Twente will manage the Single Entry Point, giving businesses easy, one-stop access to cutting-edge services like membrane characterization, R&D, scale-up, software development, and market analysis. Discover more in our final newsletter, plus a recap of our last project workshop and exciting demo cases! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d5gJYux5 TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane

Despite the industry's shift toward eco-friendly technologies, membrane manufacturing still relies on toxic solvents like DMAC, DMF, and NMP, which harm the environment and are difficult to biodegrade. The European Union's classification of NMP as a high-concern substance has increased the urgency to find safer alternatives. Green solvents such as DMSO and Cyrene® show promise as replacements, but fully sustainable processes also require recycling these solvents to reduce pollution and costs, as membrane manufacturing generates wastewater filled with contaminants. The EcoSolventCycle project aims to improve sustainability by exploring the feasibility of recycling process water and separating solvents and polymeric additives from wastewater using membrane technology. This approach is more energy-efficient than traditional thermal separation methods, which consume 80% of industrial energy. Various membrane processes, including ultrafiltration (UF), nanofiltration (NF), organic solvent nanofiltration (OSN), pervaporation (PV), and membrane distillation (MD), will be studied. Initial results showed that UF membranes could remove over 99% of PVP from wastewater, and PV or MD could recycle over 90% of the process water with high NMP and glycerol rejection. Solvent extraction lead to more than 75% solvent recovery with a purity of 98.5%. An economic analysis indicated that MD-based processes significantly reduced costs compared to full distillation methods. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d-E_UQ3r TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane

Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) rely on optimal humidity levels to protect the fuel cell membrane, and A. Kayser Automotive Systems teamed up with INNOMEM Project OITB to design an efficient humidifier. Through simulations and experiments by University of Twente and EMI Twente BV, key insights were uncovered: 🔹 Counter flow air streams are the most efficient 🔹 Optimal membrane surface area and operating conditions were determined 🔹 Water transfer rates of various membranes were measured These findings pave the way for enhanced humidifier performance in FCEVs, boosting efficiency and durability! Watch our video 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dgvGjwjG TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane

The rapid growth of liquid-ion #battery (LIB) production is driving demand for purer N-Methyl-pyrrolidone (NMP), a key #solvent used in manufacturing cathodes. While current recovery solutions exist, they can’t meet the stringent purity standards required for reuse in LIB production due to metal contamination. This is where Indaver steps in with an advanced purification process capable of achieving battery-grade NMP. Through the #Mem4Bat project, Indaver and VITO are building on previous successes to develop cutting-edge membrane technologies like organic solvent nanofiltration (OSN), aiming to remove metal contaminants at sub-ppb levels. With promising early results, this project is tackling the significant challenge of long-term membrane stability in aggressive solvents, setting the stage for more sustainable and efficient NMP recycling in the growing battery industry. Discover more reading out publication! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ei-J-f3Y TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane

Milk whey, a valuable by-product of the dairy industry, has incredible nutritional properties, but traditional demineralization processes are becoming costly. In the Mem4SusDiary project, FrieslandCampina and VITO are tackling this by developing an innovative nanofiltration (NF) process using modified ceramic membranes. This new method pre-concentrates and partially demineralizes whey, reducing chemical consumption, wastewater, and production costs, all while boosting sustainability. By combining the robustness of ceramic membranes with the flexibility of polymeric ones, this breakthrough technology promises wide application potential across the food industry. Early trials have shown impressive results, and with the successful scaling-up of these membranes, the project is poised to revolutionize dairy processing and accelerate the use of membrane filtration across the sector. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dEekWddM TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane

As Europe's membrane market expands, driven by sustainability and technological advancement, the need for reliable modelling and consultancy services is growing. MODELTA BV is stepping in to bridge the gap between research and industry by providing advanced membrane and membrane reactor models integrated with process simulators like Aspen Plus. This technology supports key sectors such as water treatment, hydrogen infrastructure, and carbon capture—vital for the energy transition. By partnering with the INNOMEM Project consortium, MODELTA BV is collecting essential experimental data across a range of conditions to validate their models and unlock the full potential of membrane technology. The validated models will empower industries with more accurate simulations, reducing risks and enhancing sustainability. With a total addressable market of €2B+, Modelta’s services are set to make a significant impact on Europe’s eco-friendly future. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/deQSeHx4 TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane

A-membranes, a startup leveraging Grignard chemistry to graft ceramic membranes, is pushing the boundaries of filtration technology. In collaboration with VITO and Fraunhofer IKTS, the TNT project aims to enhance the performance of ceramic membranes by grafting TiO2 membranes “through and through”—not just the outer layers but the entire structure. This innovation is expected to significantly boost filtration efficiency, particularly for low-polarity solvents like petroleum derivatives, expanding the economic and technical potential of the technology. Early results show increased flux, with more testing underway to confirm broader applications. Discover more by reading the publication! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dvTXiv26 TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane

As demand for bio-based raw materials soars, Recell is leading the charge with its cutting-edge technology to recover tertiary cellulose from waste streams and convert it into high-quality glucose. This third-generation #glucose can replace #fossil-based #rawmaterials in the production of chemicals like acetic acid and bioplastics. What makes Recell’s process unique? It uses residual waste, avoiding competition with food sources and reducing the CO2 footprint. The #PureGluc project plays a key role in refining this process by developing an efficient membrane-based system to recover and purify glucose from complex wastewater streams. With a pilot plant already operational in The Netherlands, Recell aims to produce 50 kt of sugars by 2025. The project’s experiments are paving the way for techno-economic evaluations and industrial-scale applications, ensuring a sustainable supply of renewable glucose for the bio-based #chemical industry of tomorrow. Learn more reading the publication! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dPP94EqZ TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane

Membrane production still relies on toxic solvents like NMP, but the #EcoSolventCycle project is changing that. By using green solvents (DMSO, Cyrene®) and recycling process water with energy-efficient membrane technology, we can slash #pollution, cut #energy use by up to 90%, and reduce costs. With over 99% PVP removal, 90% water recovery, and 75% #solvent recovery in early tests, we’re making membrane manufacturing more sustainable! Read our publication to learn more! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dKYJssBq TECNALIA Research & Innovation TECNALIA Membrane Technology Eindhoven University of Technology CNR-ITM VITO Fraunhofer IKTS Imperial College London Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon Universidad de Zaragoza Aston University University of Montpellier Twente membranes University of Twente EMI Twente BV NX Filtration RTWH Aachen NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" LiqTech POLYMEM SAS Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) FilaTech Group Rauschert Kloster Veilsdorf GmbH CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO PNO Innovation (Portugal) INNOVATION PLACE ENGIE H2SITE Me-Sep TECNALIA Ventures UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) Susana XARÁ #membrane #membranetechnologies #nanomembrane