Small membrane-based systems stand as alternative solutions for rural areas and in developing and transition countries where a centralised treatment would not be affordable. Yet, in developing countries, membrane-based systems remain an expensive investment. Thus, simple, low-cost and long-term sustainable systems are required. In order to sustain a well-targeted development of small membrane-based systems, the current commercial offer of the international market should then be investigated. This is the concrete aim of this comprehensive survey.
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