Water management leader Ion Exchange (India) is teaming up with filtration giant MANN+HUMMEL to localize the production of high-tech water treatment solutions. The deal involves a technology transfer for PVDF Ultrafiltration membranes and MBR systems, aiming to boost India’s domestic manufacturing capabilities for sustainable water and environmental management. 

This partnership combines MANN+HUMMEL’s global membrane expertise with Ion Exchange’s robust Indian manufacturing, engineering, and market leadership in water treatment. 

Under a new agreement, Ion Exchange will utilize MANN+HUMMEL’s advanced technology to manufacture, integrate, and market PVDF hollow fiber ultrafiltration membranes and UltraSKID systems. These products will be made at Ion Exchange’s expanded HYDRAMEM facility in Goa. 

The collaboration further strengthens Ion Exchange’s HYDRAMEM solutions to offer an integrated portfolio of membrane-based technologies, including Ultrafiltration (UF), Reverse Osmosis (RO) and Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) systems. It will enable the company to deliver globally benchmarked membrane technology manufactured locally, reduce import dependence and ensure improved supply reliability and faster delivery timelines for customers. 

Sridhar Padmanaban, Senior Vice President, Ion Exchange (India) Limited, said: “This collaboration is a significant milestone in delivering world-class solutions through our advanced membrane manufacturing capabilities. It reflects our commitment to the Government’s Make in India vision and supports the larger aspiration of Viksit Bharat 2047 by advancing self-reliance in critical water treatment technologies.” 

Rohit Sathe, Senior Vice President and General Manager, MANN+HUMMEL Water & Membrane Solutions, added, “This partnership with Ion Exchange reflects a strong global collaboration focused on technology transfer and localized manufacturing of advanced membrane solutions. It brings together complementary strengths to enhance the availability of high-performance filtration solutions, supporting evolving customer needs across markets.”