Arbortech - Aqueous Cleaner Recycling Equipment Manufacturer

The Arbortech Corporation in McHenry manufactures membrane filtration technology that is being utilized in a number of pollution prevention projects involving companies in the state of Illinois. Membrane filtration physically separates such contaminants as fat, oils, grease, suspended solids, bacteria and certain viruses from the waste stream. The treated water contains water and chemicals that are smaller than the membrane pores. This material is recycled into process operations, thus reducing cleaning consumption and water usage at the facility.

Prior to the installation of membrane filtration equipment, some of these companies discharged process solutions into the water system. This system has virtually eliminated these waste streams. Facilities that did not discharge their water would have waste hauled off-site for disposal, which costs more money and creates the possibility of hazardous material spills. By providing a closed-loop system, these facilities have reduced or eliminated the volume of waste material. Membrane filtration systems have saved companies money and taken hazardous materials out of the environment.