Memsift Innovations, an emerging leader in advanced membrane technologies, in partnership with the Murugappa Group, is proud to announce the commercial launch of the GOSEP™ ultrafiltration membrane along with the opening of a cutting-edge membrane manufacturing facility. This milestone marks a significant leap forward in making one of the most advanced membrane chemistries accessible at scale, reinforcing Memsift’s commitment to revolutionizing the water treatment and separation industries.
A Strategic Collaboration for Transformational Impact
Memsift Innovations and the Murugappa Group formalized their partnership with an MOU signed in June 2023, setting the stage for a game-changing advancement in membrane technology. The inauguration of the new state-of-the-art membrane production facility on February 26, 2025, signifies a major step forward in global membrane manufacturing capacity and accessibility.
Dr. J Antony Prince, Founder and CEO of Memsift Innovations, emphasized the significance of this development: “Under the trusted Murugappa Group brand, supported by an extensive distribution network and a highly skilled team in technical, marketing, sales, and service, I am confident this initiative will create a transformational impact in the membrane and water industry over the next 3-5 years.”
Scaling Up: Unmatched Production Capacity
The newly established manufacturing facility boasts an impressive annual production capacity of 1,200,000m² of membranes—equivalent to 2,000 industrial-scale membrane modules per month. With this capacity, Memsift is poised to transform global water treatment and filtration, offering scalable and sustainable solutions that cater to industries facing critical water challenges.
These membranes, produced at full scale, have the potential to treat up to 1.1 billion liters of water daily, ensuring access to clean water and improving water reuse across multiple industries. This capacity aligns with Memsift’s vision of leveraging breakthrough membrane technologies to solve some of the most pressing environmental and industrial challenges of our time.
A Game-Changer for the Water Industry
GOSEP™ ultrafiltration membranes introduce an innovative, chemically resistant, and highly durable membrane chemistry, setting new benchmarks in membrane filtration. With applications spanning across industrial wastewater treatment, resource recovery, pre-treatment for desalination, and chemical separation, these membranes promise superior performance, extended service life, and cost-effectiveness.
The commercial availability of GOSEP™ membranes is expected to significantly reduce operational costs and enhance efficiency for industries seeking sustainable water treatment solutions, including microelectronics, textiles, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. By integrating Memsift’s advanced membrane technology into large-scale operations, industries can achieve better resource recovery and improved environmental compliance.
Make in India, Made for the World
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rashmi Ranjan Mohapatra, Business Head of Murugappa Membrane, highlighted the importance of this milestone: “This membrane is a testament to Make in India—made for India, and of course, invented by an Indian. This is a milestone we will cherish for a long time.”
This initiative not only advances India’s vision of becoming a hub for high-tech manufacturing but also showcases the country’s capability to lead global water sustainability efforts. The Murugappa Group’s extensive market reach and deep-rooted expertise in business operations will ensure the widespread adoption and accessibility of GOSEP™ membranes across industries worldwide.
A Vision for the Future
As Memsift Innovations and Murugappa Group embark on this exciting journey, their combined expertise and commitment to sustainability will continue to drive innovation in the water and membrane industry. The launch of GOSEP™ membranes and the new manufacturing facility marks the beginning of a new era in high-performance, scalable membrane solutions.
This partnership stands as a beacon of technological advancement and sustainability, ensuring that industries around the world have access to cutting-edge membrane solutions that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support a cleaner, more resource-efficient future.
