Kubota Membrane to supply Georgia with MBR system

Aug. 2, 2021
The Kubota Membrane USA corporation will provide the MBR to Fulton County's Big Creek Water Reclamation Facility, making it one of the largest facilities in the nation.

On July 28, Kubota Membrane USA announced the signing of an agreement to supply equipment for the 32 MGD Big Creek Water Reclamation Facility owned by Fulton County, GA.

Kubota Membrane USA is a member of the Kubota family of companies, an international organization  which provides membrane bioreactor systems for municipal and industrial clients. Through the agreement with Fulton County, Kubota Membrane USA will supply its membrane bioreactor (MBR) system and related equipment to the water reclamation facility Once it comes online, the expanded facility will be one of the largest in the nation.

"Fulton County is excited to incorporate Kubota’s flat plate membrane technology into our largest water reclamation facility expansion project,” said David Clark P.E., the Fulton County Director of Public Works, “Fulton County has been a strong proponent and user of membrane technology for over 12 years and believes that its the best treatment option in returning the treated effluent back to the river system in a responsible manner."

KMU was selected to supply the MBR system after a rigorous evaluation process involving three other manufacturers. Ultimate build out capacity for the facility is 38 MGD with a peak day flow of 76 MGD. The project, which marks KMU’s second plant in North America of 30 MGD or larger, is scheduled to be completed in 2024.

About Kubota Membrane USA, Corp.: Kubota Membrane USA, Corp. is a Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) system supplier located in Bothell, WA. KMU has been active in the U.S MBR market since the first MBR plant was commissioned in 2002 (Bandon Dunes, OR). Our accumulated expertise and proven track record of more than 6,500 commercial MBR plants worldwide (more than any other membrane manufacturer) allows KMU to fully support our clients in delivering sustainable and cost-effective solutions that satisfy all market requirements in municipal, industrial and domestic wastewater treatment.

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