Benchtop Hollow Fiber
Spinning, Potting & Cutting System
Overview
The Benchtop Hollow Fiber Spinning, Potting & Cutting System provides a compact, integrated solution for laboratory-scale hollow fiber membrane fabrication — from fiber formation to finished modules.
Designed for research institutions, pilot studies, and early-stage product development, this system enables precise process control, high reproducibility, and efficient operation within a benchtop footprint.
Developed by MEMS, a global leader in membrane manufacturing systems, the platform supports critical membrane R&D activities while offering a clear pathway to pilot- and production-scale expansion.
Key Features
Spinning System
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Produces high-quality hollow fiber membranes using controlled phase-inversion spinning techniques.
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Compact and motor-driven design optimized for laboratory space.
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Precise control over key variables (temperature, tension, extrusion rate) for reproducible membrane properties.
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Compatible with commonly used membrane polymers such as PES, PVDF, and PAN.
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Dimension: 800 mm L x 700 mm W x 1,480 mm H
Potting System
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Automated potting of hollow fibers into modules, ensuring uniform end-seal encapsulation and mechanical integrity.
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Designed for consistent potting quality critical to module performance.
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Ideal for downstream processes like module testing, filtration performance evaluation, and prototype development.
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Dimension:
Key Features
Cutting System
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Precision cutting module enables clean, accurate trimming of potted fibers into defined lengths
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Controlled motion and high-quality blade design minimize fiber damage and variability.
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Customizable cutting lengths to match specific module designs and research protocols.
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Dimension:
Key Features
Benefits for Your Laboratory
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Complete Benchtop Workflow: From fiber formation to finished module, all in a single integrated platform.
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Compact & Space-Efficient: Designed for benchtop environments without compromising performance.
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High Reproducibility: Consistent membrane quality across experiments, accelerating R&D insights.
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User-Friendly Operation: Intuitive controls and modular components for straightforward use by research teams.
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Scalable Foundations: Supports early-stage research with clear pathways to pilot and full production scale systems.
Typical Research & Development Applications
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Filtration & Separation Studies: Evaluate performance of hollow fiber membranes for UF/NF/RO applications.
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Material & Process Development: Test new polymer formulations and spinning parameters.
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Module Prototyping: Rapidly assemble potted and cut modules for performance and durability assessment.
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Educational & Training: Hands-on training in membrane technology and manufacturing processes.
Reach out to MEMS Experts
If you would like to learn more about our systems, customization possibilities, or system upgrading options, our experts are here to help. Contact us to discuss how we can customize our solutions to meet your specific research and production needs.
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