How Grafil MBR Membrane Works
Grafil MBR (Membrane Bio-Reactor) combines biological treatment with membrane filtration in a single process, replacing the secondary clarifier used in conventional activated sludge systems. Wastewater is treated biologically by activated sludge, then the submerged hollow-fibre membrane physically filters the mixed liquor, producing clear, near-pathogen-free permeate without relying on gravity settling.
Because the membrane provides an absolute physical barrier, Grafil MBR consistently achieves effluent quality that conventional clarifiers cannot match — making it the technology of choice where treated water needs to be reused, not just discharged.
MBR vs MBBR: What's the Difference?
MBR and MBBR are both advanced biological treatment technologies, but they solve different problems — MBBR increases biological capacity using floating media, while MBR replaces the clarifier entirely with membrane filtration. See our detailed comparison guide for a full breakdown of when each makes sense.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Effluent BOD | Below 5 mg/L |
| Effluent TSS | Below 5 mg/L |
| Membrane Type | Submerged hollow fibre |
| Cleaning Cycle | Chemical (CIP) cleaning every 3–6 months |
| Typical Service Life | 5–8 years under correct maintenance |
Applications
- STP/ETP plants requiring treated water reuse
- Space-constrained sites (MBR needs a smaller footprint than clarifier-based systems)
- Hotels, hospitals, and residential complexes with strict discharge norms
- Industrial facilities needing high-quality process water reuse
Why Choose QuaSys Inc. for Grafil MBR Membrane?
QuaSys Inc. is an authorized dealer for Grafil MBR Membrane, supplying complete systems sized to your treatment capacity with full technical documentation, installation support, and ongoing membrane maintenance guidance across India.
Specifications & pricing last verified: 03 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions — Grafil MBR Membrane
What is the cost of a Grafil MBR Membrane system in India?+
Grafil MBR Membrane costs for a 100 KLD STP are approximately ₹6–10 Lakh for the membrane cassettes alone. Total MBR-STP installed cost is typically ₹40–70 Lakh depending on civil work, blowers, and automation. Contact us for a project-specific quotation.
What is the difference between MBR and MBBR technology?+
MBBR (Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor) uses plastic biofilm carriers in an aeration tank and requires a secondary clarifier for solid-liquid separation. MBR (Membrane Bio-Reactor) replaces the clarifier with a hollow-fibre membrane, producing clearer, pathogen-free permeate suitable for direct reuse, but at higher capital and energy cost.
What effluent quality does Grafil MBR Membrane achieve?+
Grafil MBR Membrane systems consistently deliver BOD below 5 mg/L, TSS below 5 mg/L, and near-complete removal of pathogens and turbidity — meeting the strictest state pollution control board discharge and reuse norms.
How often does an MBR membrane need cleaning or replacement?+
Grafil MBR membranes require periodic chemical (CIP) cleaning every 3–6 months to restore flux, and typically have a service life of 5–8 years under correctly maintained conditions before cassette replacement is needed.