At Filtersafe, we’re not just pioneering technology—we’re navigating challenges, overcoming adversity, and reshaping the way desalination works. Our team takes immense pride in the world’s first large-scale desalination facility to operate without traditional cartridge filters, located in Israel’s Western Galilee. This milestone represents years of dedication, collaboration, and a vision for more sustainable water solutions.
Facing Challenges Head-On: Filtersafe’s Resilience
As a team based in northern Israel, we’ve had our share of hurdles. Relocating our factory from the Tefen Industrial Zone to Karmiel this summer was no small feat. Following the events of October 7, many of us experienced evacuations and continued working under the constant backdrop of missile threats. Our Chief Screen Technologist, Ben Gido, exemplifies the heart of our team: balancing reserve duty (miluim) on his kibbutz with spearheading groundbreaking innovation at Filtersafe. His family, like others, was evacuated for safety, but his commitment never wavered.
Through these challenges, our factory has remained operational. Disruptions in Red Sea shipping and regional tensions have tested our limits, but they’ve also strengthened our resolve. We know the stakes—delivering sustainable water solutions isn’t just about technology; it’s about perseverance and purpose.
Reimagining RO Membrane Protection
Cartridge filters have long been the norm for reverse osmosis (RO) membrane protection, but their drawbacks are clear: high costs, waste production, and inefficiency. That’s why we developed an alternative—a self-cleaning screen filter that’s changing the game. Built from SMO254 stainless steel, our system protects RO membranes, conserves energy, and eliminates the need for disposable cartridges.
Our technology cleans itself every two hours, removing accumulated debris and maintaining peak performance without the labor-intensive maintenance or environmental waste associated with cartridge filters. Plants using our solution have seen up to 90% energy savings and significantly lower operating costs, transforming desalination economics.
Sustainability That Matters
The environmental impact of cartridge filters is massive—they generate enormous amounts of solid waste. Our solution offers a sustainable path forward, reducing carbon footprints and operational waste while helping facilities save millions.
For us, this isn’t just about numbers; it’s about making desalination a viable solution for water-scarce regions worldwide. We’ve successfully piloted our system at multiple Mediterranean facilities, and the Western Galilee installation marks a turning point—not just for Israel, but for the global desalination industry.
A Team Effort with Global Impact
We’re not just innovators; we’re collaborators. From engineers to logistics coordinators, every member of our team has played a role in bringing this vision to life. Our CEO, Etai Dagan, sums it up best:
“Filtersafe’s self-cleaning filtration technology is more than a technical achievement—it’s a testament to what’s possible when resilience and innovation come together. We’re proud to lead the way in making desalination more efficient, sustainable, and accessible.”
Filtersafe’s reach extends far beyond Israel. With offices in Australia, Singapore, Eastern Europe, and North and South America, we’re bringing tailored solutions to diverse sectors, including agriculture, aquaculture, and industry.
Join the Conversation at IDRA World Congress
We believe collaboration drives progress. From December 8-12, our team will be at the IDRA World Congress, ready to share our journey and explore how our filtration solutions can help your desalination project.
This isn’t just about Filtersafe; it’s about advancing the industry together. Let’s create a future where sustainable water solutions are the norm, not the exception.
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