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EVERY Major CITY in the USA has LEAD IN ITS DRINKING WATER and many other dangerous toxins.

At least the government of Newark NJ is being upfront about it and offering its citizens some options to protect themselves.

A team of scientists at CSIRO claim to have made graphene more commercially viable using soybean oil. The new ‘GraphAir’ technology eliminates the need for a highly-controlled environment by growing graphene film in air with a natural precursor, making its production faster and simpler.

GraphAir transforms soybean oil into graphene films in a single step. With heat, soybean oil breaks down into a range of carbon building units that are essential for the synthesis of graphene. The team also transformed other types of renewable and even waste oil, such as those leftover from barbecues or cooking, into graphene films. 

‘We can now recycle waste oils that would have otherwise been discarded and transform them into something useful,’ said CSIRO scientist Dr Dong Han Seo.

Smarter Operations. Measurable Savings. Proven ROI.

In most industrial facilities, every minute and every dollar counts. At Pelmar Engineering, we’ve seen how even small inefficiencies — a clogged filter here, a manual cleaning there — can ripple through operations, increasing labour costs and triggering costly downtime.

One of the most underestimated factors behind these inefficiencies is outdated water filtration systems. Manual and semi-automatic filters may appear functional, but over time, they quietly drain operational budgets through excessive maintenance, production stoppages, and premature equipment wear.

That’s why many Canadian facilities are now turning to AMIAD’s automatic self-cleaning water filtration systems — intelligent, reliable, and designed for measurable cost savings.

In fact, our clients typically see a full return on investment within 12–24 months. You can explore the breakdown of these savings in our detailed post here: 👉 How Much Do AMIAD Automatic Water Filters Really Save?

1. A Smarter Way to Reduce Labour Costs

Labour costs are among the top recurring expenses in any plant or municipal facility. Traditional filtration systems require constant human attention — manual cleaning, filter changes, restarts — often during overtime hours.

With AMIAD automatic filters, those repetitive tasks disappear. When a preset differential pressure is reached, the filter initiates a self-cleaning cycle that:

Completes in seconds

Requires no operator involvement

Maintains full water flow throughout

By removing manual intervention from the process, facilities consistently report 30–50% reductions in labour hours related to filtration.

For a more detailed cost model on how these savings accumulate, check out our analysis: 👉 AMIAD Filter Cost & ROI Overview

2. Avoiding the High Cost of Downtime

Every unplanned stoppage affects production targets, scheduling, and profitability. In sectors like food processing, downtime can even result in product loss and compliance risks.

Manual filtration systems are frequent culprits — when filters clog, operations must pause for maintenance. AMIAD’s self-cleaning technology eliminates this issue by cleaning while the system remains online.

This results in:

Fewer shutdowns for maintenance

Stable and continuous flow performance

Better protection for downstream equipment

Facilities that adopt AMIAD systems commonly experience a 20–30% reduction in downtime due to filtration-related causes. Each avoided stoppage directly protects your bottom line — and strengthens your production resilience.

To understand how downtime reduction translates into ROI, read our guide on AMIAD filter cost savings: 👉 See the Numbers

3. Extending the Lifespan of High-Value Equipment

Water quality directly impacts the health of pumps, heat exchangers, and nozzles. Poor filtration accelerates wear, increases energy demand, and shortens service life.

AMIAD’s automatic filtration systems safeguard your infrastructure by consistently removing suspended solids and particulates. This protection leads to:

Less pump cavitation and seal damage

Reduced heat exchanger fouling

Fewer nozzle blockages and process interruptions

These benefits extend the lifespan of capital equipment — often by years — helping facilities defer costly replacements and maintain predictable performance.

We break down the long-term financial impact of this in our related cost analysis: 👉 Explore Equipment ROI with AMIAD Filters

4. Lower Energy and Water Consumption

Did you know that clogged or inefficient filters can increase your energy bills by forcing pumps to work harder?

AMIAD systems help avoid that waste through:

Stable pressure differentials, reducing pump strain

Minimal water use during cleaning cycles

Cleaner heat exchangers, which enhance energy transfer efficiency

These combined effects contribute to lower operating costs and help facilities meet sustainability targets such as ESG goals and ISO 14001 compliance.

For a closer look at how energy and water savings impact your ROI, visit our breakdown here:

5. Turning Maintenance from Reactive to Predictive

Manual filters create unpredictability — breakdowns, emergency part replacements, and surprise overtime calls. AMIAD automatic filters transform maintenance into a proactive, scheduled process.

Their reusable filter elements and self-cleaning mechanisms reduce:

Consumable cartridge purchases

Emergency repair costs

Unexpected downtime

Over a five-year period, many facilities save tens of thousands of dollars just by eliminating these recurring costs.

To see real-world examples of how these savings accumulate, view our data here: 👉 Pelmar Engineering: AMIAD Filter ROI Insights

Why Choose Pelmar Engineering?

For over 40 years, Pelmar Engineering has been a trusted partner for Canadian manufacturers, municipalities, and industrial operators. We combine deep technical knowledge with real-world experience to deliver solutions that last.

Here’s what sets us apart:

✅ Authorized AMIAD Distributor in Canada – ensuring authentic products and full warranty coverage. ✅ Custom Solutions – tailored to your plant’s water quality and operational challenges. ✅ Regulatory Compliance Support – systems certified to NSF/ANSI 61 for potable and food-grade use. ✅ Lifecycle Reliability – long-term performance, minimal maintenance, and expert service support.

For a complete overview of the costs, ROI, and benefits of AMIAD’s automatic filtration systems, we encourage you to read our resource: 👉 AMIAD Automatic Water Filters – Cost & Benefits Breakdown

Smarter Filtration. Measurable Impact.

In today’s competitive industrial landscape, efficiency and reliability aren’t optional — they’re essential.

By upgrading to AMIAD’s automatic self-cleaning filtration systems, you’ll gain:

30–50% labour cost savings

Fewer shutdowns and lower downtime risk

Longer equipment life

Improved energy efficiency

Proven ROI within 12–24 months

💧 Ready to transform your facility’s performance? Learn how smart filtration can deliver measurable financial and operational results.

Membrane filtration for pharma is rapidly advancing with new trends that focus on improving efficiency, sustainability, and the overall quality of products. Recent breakthroughs in membrane materials, such as stronger and more selective polymers, are boosting filtration performance while keeping costs down. Innovations like nanofiltration and hybrid systems are also improving the filtration process, helping pharmaceutical companies meet stricter standards and reduce waste and energy use.

Membrane filtration is a smart and effective way to keep water clean by reducing impurities. It works by using special membranes that act like a barrier, letting only pure water through while blocking out unwanted particles, bacteria, and other contaminants. This means that even the tiniest impurities can’t make it into the water supply.

This technology is especially important for industries that rely on high-quality water, like food production and pharmaceuticals. By ensuring that water is free from harmful substances, membrane filtration not only protects products but also promotes safety and environmental responsibility. In a world where clean water is crucial, membrane filtration plays a key role in delivering safe and pure water for various applications.