Since its founding in 1964, the company has been at the forefront of providing innovative solutions in water and wastewater treatment. Initially established in their home market, they expanded globally, offering Swiss-quality products and services worldwide. Over the years, Mecana has faced many challenges—navigating new markets, responding to rapidly changing technological landscapes, and adapting to the evolving needs of the stakeholders. Through it all, one principle has remained at the core of the operations: the ability to adapt to change and stay ahead of the curve.
Mecana’s approach goes beyond simply offering technology. The company focuses on delivering solutions, providing end-to-end service from planning and installation to operation and maintenance. This holistic approach ensures that they are not only meeting immediate needs but also contributing to sustainable, long-term growth. The development of new water treatment technologies and the durability of solutions are key elements of the company’s philosophy, enabling them to address the challenges of today and tomorrow.
From their Swiss base, Mecana provides expertise and advanced solutions in biological and chemical-physical treatment, serving clients around the world. Over the years, one of the most significant achievements has been the development of pile cloth media filtration (PCMF) technology. Mecana pioneered this filtration process, which, in addition to the sieve effect, offers deeper filtration through the pile layer. As the inventors of PCMF, they have consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, leading the industry in developing more efficient, sustainable filtration methods.
With over 45 years of experience, Mecana has become the global leader in PCMF technology. Their systems are now installed in hundreds of reference plants worldwide, with more than 3,000 filters in operation. These filters have proven their worth across a range of industries, including automotive, mining, steel processing, chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, and paper. In the municipal sector, PCMF plays a critical role in removing suspended solids, phosphorous, and micropollutants from wastewater, while also contributing to the treatment of drinking water.
Today, the challenges facing the world are more urgent than ever. Human activity has placed increasing pressure on the environment, exacerbating issues like water scarcity and pollution. These challenges are compounded by extreme weather events, which further strain the availability and quality of surface and groundwater. It is clear that solutions are needed to mitigate the impact of these problems and reduce the emission of pollutants and nutrients into the environment.
The company’s PCMF technology has become a key part of the solution, setting new standards for environmental protection. By improving water treatment efficiency, it helps reduce the human footprint on the environment, ensuring that they comply with increasingly stringent guidelines. Moreover, PCMF offers innovative possibilities for water reuse, with the added benefit of being adaptable to disinfection processes. In this way, Mecana’s technology helps secure a sustainable future for water resources.
As political uncertainty continues to shape global priorities, one thing remains indisputable: clean water is essential for human health and well-being. Regardless of political choices, ensuring access to clean, safe water must remain a top priority. Mecana is committed to developing solutions that address both current and future challenges, helping to safeguard water resources for generations to come.
Looking Ahead: A Sustainable Future for Water
The future of water treatment is one of constant innovation and adaptation. As the company continues to face environmental challenges, their role remains clear: to provide reliable, sustainable solutions that meet the growing demand for clean water, while minimizing the impact on the planet. Mecana is proud of their legacy of innovation, but their commitment to shaping a better, more sustainable future for water treatment is what drives the company forward.
Mecana is not just focused on today’s solutions—they are building the water treatment technologies of tomorrow.