Spring Conference 2026: Sustainable Filtration Solutions for Efficient Dairy Processes
March 25, 2026, noon – March 26, 2026, 6 p.m.
Summary
Our Spring Conference 2026, Sustainable Filtration Solutions for Efficient Dairy Processes, includes presentations from processing equipment companies, dairy product manufacturers and chemical suppliers to the industry, focusing on filtration technology within the dairy industry. The conference will provide a deep dive into processes, equipment and procedures associated with filtration informing of new technologies and practices to support in driving the industry forward. The prestigious Old Trafford Cricket Ground provides excellent facilities to house the event, with easy access by road, train or plane. Delegates will also have an opportunity to visit a local dairy processing site the day before the event as well as a Conference Dinner at the Cricket Ground to enhance the networking opportunities
The programme is a suitable a range of backgrounds including: Operations, Technical, Engineering, Product Development, Quality, & Research functions in the Dairy Industry and allied industries (equipment, chemical suppliers, ingredients and retailers).
Description
2026 SPRING CONFERENCE
Sustainable Filtration Solutions for Efficient Dairy Processes
Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester
Day 1: Industry Visit/Dinner (25th March)
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- Visit information to be confirmed (afternoon)
- Conference Dinner (1864 Suite Old Trafford Cricket Ground)
Day 2: Conference (26th March)
8.30 Registration/Coffee/Trade stand viewing: Old Trafford Cricket Ground (The Member’s Suite)
9.15 Welcome Address: Mike Pinches, President, SDT
9.25 Paper 1: Fundamentals of membrane processing (Paul Rowe, Pure Process Consultancy)
10.00 Paper 2: Advanced membrane solutions, with focus on hollow fibre microfiltration & whey protein isolation (Wafilin/Sycamore)
10.35 Paper 3: From Sustainability to Profitability: Advanced Membrane Technology for Smarter Operations. Smarter use of raw materials and utilities. (Leif Iversen, CFR)
11.10 Coffee and Trade Stand viewing
11.50 Paper 4: Spiral wound membranes: challenges of new membranes, developments & recycling (Daniel Murphy/Michael Mcloughlin, Synder)
12.25 Paper 5: Optimisation of cleaning conditions, including EDTA issues, especially in the effluent plant (Gareth McCabe, Christeyns)
13.00 Lunch/Trade Stand viewing/Networking
14.15 Paper 6: Membrane applications, challenges and opportunities (Dr Phil Evans, Arla Foods)
14.50 Paper 7: Water recovery using RO, highlighting storage controls and usage (D Pitman, Realco)
15.25 Closing remarks: Mike Pinches, President SDT
For a printable programme to circulate with colleagues click HERE
TICKET INFORMATION
Society members: EARLY BIRD RATE £75 + VAT £90.00
Non-members: EARLY BIRD RATE £115 + VAT £138.00
Retired member: EARLY BIRD RATE £50 + VAT £60.00
Students - Flat rate: £40 + VAT £48.00
To book you place click the link at the base of this webpage. NB Early bird rates close on 25th January 2026 when prices will increase by 20% so BOOK EARLY!
Trade Stands : £300 (booking Form HERE, complete and send to execdirector@sdt.org)
HOTEL
The Hilton Garden Hotel is located on site at the Cricket Ground and rooms will be held for all delegates attending the event until 25th January. To book a room (with breakfast) at the preferrential rate of £140 (incl vat) contact the hotel directly quoting the SDT Conference
Location
Address:
Emirates Old Trafford, Lancashire Cricket Club, Talbot Road, Manchester, M16 0PX
For travel information by car, train or plane click this LINK
Prices
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