Smart Membrane Solutions operates at the forefront of thermal technology, delivering shell and tube heat exchangers designed specifically for dairy processing and membrane filtration applications where removal of the heat generated within membranes systems is required.
With deep process knowledge across CIP systems and membrane plants, SMS designs solutions that perform reliably under real operating conditions, particularly in demanding, high-solids and high-viscosity environments.
SMS understands the full manufacturing process , from CIP kitchen design through to membrane filtration systems. This end-to-end expertise allows for more accurate thermal design and better-performing systems.
We have extensive experience working with specialty dairy products, including whey and milk protein concentrates, and understand the thermal and viscosity challenges associated with these applications.
Our team has successfully designed, built, installed, and commissioned loop coolers for ultrafiltration and nanofiltration plants processing:
SMS provides a complete range of thermal design, supply, and support services:
All SMS shell and tube heat exchangers are designed in accordance with recognised international standards, including:
SMS also offers a two-year warranty on all shell and tube heat exchangers, providing confidence in long-term performance and reliability.
SMS heat exchangers are specifically designed for dairy processing and membrane filtration applications, including high‑solids and high‑viscosity products such as WPC and MPC. Suitability is determined based on product properties, required temperatures, pressures, fouling risk, and CIP conditions. SMS evaluates these factors during thermal design to ensure reliable performance in real operating conditions.
Yes. SMS specialises in assessing and optimising existing shell and tube heat exchangers through re‑rating, repurposing, or thermal redesign. This approach can improve performance, energy efficiency, and capacity while avoiding unnecessary capital replacement where suitable.
Absolutely. SMS designs heat exchangers for demanding applications, including membrane loop cooling and CIP systems operating at pressures up to 40 bar. Systems have been successfully applied to high‑solids products such as MPC85 (up to 28 % total solids) and WPC80 (up to 38 % total solids).
SMS provides full lifecycle support, including thermal design, equipment supply, installation assistance, commissioning, optimisation of existing systems, annual servicing, and replacement parts. This ensures long‑term performance, reliability, and ongoing process confidence.
