THE UNSEEN / A WATER STORY
Microplastics are invisible to the eye — but not to our ecosystems.
01 / INVISIBLE, NOT HARMLESS
Something can look entirely normal while leaving traces inside living systems. Move the scanner over each illustration.
Plaque + particles detected
Detected in plaque · narrowed vessel4.53×
In a study of carotid artery plaque, 304 patients enrolled; 257 completed an average 33.7-month follow-up.
Micro- and nanoplastics detected in plaque were associated with this outcome. This observational study does not establish causation.
Particles in gills & gutMove to scan · Gills & gutExperimental research has reported effects on feeding and growth, with reproductive and survival effects varying by species and exposure.
Growth · Reproduction · Survival
What we can't see can still leave a mark.
02 / WHY WE EXIST
MICRONIXTurn the Tide.
With Sound on Your Side.
Micronix develops compact microplastic separation technology designed to reduce contamination in water before it travels further through aquatic ecosystems.
Our mission is a cleaner water cycle — treatment, monitoring, and a more thoughtful future for the material we collect.
03 / Where we intervene
Aquaculture is the primary intended application. The same modular approach may suit other selected water environments.
Support water-quality management and microplastic control in aquaculture environments.
Compact monitoring and treatment for selected industrial water scenarios.
Community-scale or environmental water-management projects.
Adaptation to other appropriate water-management scenarios.
04 / Product
NIX is a compact intelligent water-treatment system designed to support microplastic separation while continuously monitoring key water-quality indicators.
04.1 / Product anatomy
Rotate the product model, select a component, and use the explode slider to see how the water path, ultrasonic system, sensors, and controls fit together.
05 / How it works
A measured flow from water intake to particle collection. The cycle can then repeat.
Transducers off · microplastics are suspended in the incoming water.
The lower outlet carries concentrated particles into the collection filter; processed upper-layer water leaves through the separate outlet.
Water enters the NIX treatment chamber.
Ultrasonic transducers promote aggregation and settling of microplastic particles.
Integrated sensors monitor pH, temperature, TDS, and turbidity.
Aggregated particles concentrate toward the lower section as the upper water layer is separated.
Processed upper-layer water exits through the water outlet.
Concentrated particles leave through the lower outlet and are captured by filtration.
TDS and turbidity monitor water quality; they do not directly measure microplastic concentration.
06 / Water intelligence
NIX brings pH, temperature, TDS, and turbidity into a clear view, with device status, alerts, and trends close at hand.
07 / Impact
Microplastics are persistent, difficult to retrieve once dispersed, and can be ingested by aquatic organisms. We aim to reduce their presence in water and turn captured material into something useful.
01 / The problemPlastic fragments can persist and spread through rivers, lakes, and seas. Once dispersed, they are hard to collect.
02 / Aquatic lifeFish and other aquatic organisms can ingest microplastics, carrying the problem through connected ecosystems.
03 / Our ambitionInspired by existing recycled-plastic goods, our goal is to sort and repurpose collected microplastics into practical crafted objects and design pieces.
Capture particles from water. Keep them out of the cycle. Reimagine the collected material as something people can hold, use, and learn from.
08 / Who we are
A multidisciplinary team combining engineering, business, finance, and market strategy.
CEO
Leads company strategy, product direction, and external partnerships.
CFO
Oversees financial planning, cost structure, pricing strategy, and business sustainability.
CMO
Leads branding, market strategy, customer research, and communications.
CTO
Leads hardware development, system integration, sensor technology, and technical testing.
09 / Support
Guidance for setup, operation, software connection, and routine care.
System setup and operation guidance.
Help with device connection, monitoring, and alerts.
Sensor care, filter replacement, and device inspection.
Reach the Micronix team for the right next step.
Frequently asked questions
NIX is a compact water-treatment system that combines ultrasound-assisted microplastic separation with water-quality monitoring.
Ultrasonic treatment promotes the aggregation and settling of microplastic particles. Upper-layer water leaves through a separate outlet, while concentrated particles flow through the lower outlet into a collection filter.
No. NIX is designed to reduce microplastic presence, not guarantee complete removal. Results vary with particle size and type, concentration, and water conditions.
NIX tracks pH, temperature, TDS, and turbidity. Its software brings readings, alerts, history, reports, device control, and maintenance reminders together.
No. TDS and turbidity do not directly measure microplastic concentration. Microplastic performance is evaluated separately through appropriate testing.
Aquaculture is the primary application. The compact system may also be adapted to selected industrial, public, and general water-management settings.
Routine care includes cleaning the particle-collection area, checking sensors, replacing filters, and inspecting system operation.
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