Why Particle Characterisation Is Important in Water Treatment

Clean water is essential across industrial processes, environmental management and public health. However, achieving the required water quality can be challenging when samples contain particles of different sizes, shapes and concentrations. Understanding these characteristics helps researchers and water treatment specialists select suitable filtration technologies, monitor performance and improve treatment efficiency.

At Meritics, we supply a range of analytical technologies that help you investigate particles in water, characterise filter materials and better understand the properties that influence filtration and purification.

Measuring Particle Size and Concentration

Particle size plays an important role in determining how effectively contaminants can be removed from water. Measuring particle size and distribution helps identify the range of particles present, supporting the selection of appropriate filtration systems and treatment processes.

Our particle sizing technologies help you assess particles across a range of sizes, while particle counting provides valuable information about their concentration. These measurements can help monitor water quality, investigate contamination and evaluate changes in particle populations during treatment.

Understanding Particle Shape

Particle shape can influence how particles behave in water and interact with filtration media. Two particles of similar size may behave differently depending on their morphology.

Meritics offers image analysis technologies that enable you to visualise particles and assess their shape. This additional information can help distinguish different particle types, investigate contaminants and build a more complete picture of your water sample.

Characterising Filters with Pore Size Analysis and BET

Filter performance depends partly on the structure and properties of the filtration material. Our pore size analysers help characterise pore sizes, supporting the evaluation and development of filters for specific applications.

We also offer BET surface area analysis, which measures the specific surface area of materials. This is particularly useful when evaluating adsorbents used to remove contaminants from water, as surface area can influence their adsorption capacity and performance.

Find the Right Solution with Meritics

From particle sizing and counting to image analysis, pore size measurement and BET surface area analysis, Meritics provides technologies to help you understand your samples and materials.

Contact our specialists at sales@meritics.com to discuss your water treatment application and find the right analytical solution for your needs.