DuPont’s FilmTec™ Fortilife™ XC160UHP Named Finalist in 2026 Edison Awards
DuPont (NYSE: DD) proudly announces that its FilmTec™ Fortilife™ XC160UHP reverse osmosis elements for industrial wastewater treatment and reuse have been recognized as a finalist in the 2026 Edison Awards, in the Water, Food and Agriculture category.
The Edison Awards, established in 1987, celebrate excellence in innovation across industries, recognizing game-changing products, services, and leaders who transform how we live and work. This year’s finalists were carefully evaluated by the Edison Awards Steering Committee, an independent panel of senior scientists, engineers, designers, and academics, ensuring that the recognized technologies represent the highest standards of ingenuity, value, and impact.
The 2026 Edison Awards will be held on April 15–16 in Fort Myers, Florida. Additional information and registration are available at www.edisonawards.com.
Transforming Industrial Wastewater Treatment
The FilmTec™ Fortilife™ XC160UHP is a high-performance reverse osmosis element engineered to tackle some of the most demanding challenges in industrial wastewater treatment. By concentrating wastewater streams, it provides industrial users with an efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective solution for water reuse.
Operating under ultra-high-pressure conditions, the Fortilife™ XC160UHP achieves high water recovery rates, helping facilities comply with stringent discharge regulations while simultaneously reducing energy consumption, carbon emissions, and operational costs compared to conventional treatment methods.
This innovative technology is particularly well-suited for applications that require sustainable water reuse, including:
- Chemical and petrochemical industries
- Steel and iron production
- Power generation facilities
- Pulp and paper manufacturing
- Textile production
- Lithium-ion battery manufacturing
By delivering reliable performance in these demanding environments, the Fortilife™ XC160UHP supports industrial users in meeting their environmental and operational goals without compromising efficiency or quality.
Innovation That Delivers Real Value
“We’re honored that the FilmTec™ Fortilife™ XC160UHP has been recognized for its game-changing impact on industrial wastewater treatment and reuse,” said Gary Gu, Global Technology Leader, DuPont Water Solutions.
“What excites us most is that it delivers meaningful value for customers—lower operating costs, reduced energy use, and stronger sustainability performance. It truly offers the best of both worlds: advanced technology and measurable business benefits.”
The Fortilife™ XC160UHP is the result of years of research and development by DuPont Water Solutions, reflecting the company’s commitment to addressing industrial water challenges with innovative, practical, and sustainable solutions.
Rigorous Evaluation by the Edison Awards
Finalists in the Edison Awards are evaluated on concept, value, and impact by the Steering Committee. The independent panel, made up of industry experts, engineers, and academics, ensures that winners demonstrate true innovation and deliver tangible benefits to users.
The Edison Awards program, inspired by Thomas Edison’s legacy, recognizes inventions and innovations that transform industries worldwide. Being selected as a finalist signifies not only technical excellence but also meaningful contributions to solving global challenges.
Sustainability at the Core
Sustainability is at the heart of the Fortilife™ XC160UHP design. By improving water recovery and reducing energy requirements, the technology helps industrial users lower their environmental footprint while maintaining production efficiency.
Traditional wastewater treatment methods can be energy-intensive and costly, but Fortilife™ XC160UHP provides an alternative that is both economically and environmentally advantageous. The technology supports efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and aligns with global sustainability goals in water-intensive industries.
Applications Across Industries
The versatility of the Fortilife™ XC160UHP extends to a wide array of industrial applications:
- Chemical and Petrochemical Plants: Achieve compliance with environmental regulations while optimizing water reuse.
- Steel and Iron Manufacturing: Reduce water withdrawal and improve operational efficiency in highly demanding processes.
- Power Generation: Support cooling and process water reuse, lowering overall energy and water consumption.
- Pulp and Paper Production: Treat high-strength wastewater streams effectively, recovering valuable water resources.
- Textile Industry: Enable cleaner production processes and water conservation.
- Lithium-ion Battery Production: Support environmentally responsible manufacturing with high water recovery and low chemical usage.
By offering a high-performance, durable, and sustainable solution, Fortilife™ XC160UHP meets the evolving demands of industries under increasing pressure to reduce water consumption and environmental impact.
DuPont Water Solutions’ Global Impact
DuPont Water Solutions technologies help purify more than 50 million gallons of water every minute across 112 countries. The company offers a broad portfolio of membranes, resins, and complete systems, addressing challenges faced by municipalities, seawater desalination plants, and industrial water users, including the microelectronics industry.
In addition to water treatment, DuPont is innovating solutions to balance global water and energy demands, with technologies that support electricity generation, lithium production, and green hydrogen initiatives.
Through products like FilmTec™ Fortilife™ XC160UHP, DuPont continues to demonstrate its commitment to sustainable, efficient, and technologically advanced water solutions for industries worldwide.
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