Removal of cyanobacterial cells and Microcystin-LR from drinking water using a hollow fiber microfiltration pilot plant

► The removal of total algae and cyanobacteria from lake water was studied. ► A hollow fiber microfiltration pilot plant (2-4 m3/h) was experimented. ► High removals of cyanobacteria (98%) and total algae (99%) were obtained. ► No release of Microcystin-LR into the permeate was observed. ► Good removals of turbidity, suspended solids and organic compounds were shown.