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Water Treatment

A major use of activated carbon is purifying water for drinking or industrial purposes.

Activated carbon is ideal for eliminating color, oils, odor and unpleasant taste, and removes dissolved organic substances through adsorption.

It is ideal for municipal water and sanitation, treating the water supplied through city water systems.

Mining

The industry uses activated carbon efficiently to extract gold from cyanide solutions. The gold is removed from the liquid by adsorption onto the surface of the activated carbon and recovered through desorption followed by electrowinning.

This application requires high-quality carbon with a large surface area, a suitable pore distribution and high resistance to breakage, that is, high hardness. We have the right Activated Carbon for this application.

Beverage Industry

Activated carbon is an excellent ally for the beverage sector. It is used to purify spirits such as vodka and cachaça, removing components that could compromise the purity of the final drink.

Activated carbon is also essential for clarifying red wines and strongly colored juices, resulting in a clearer product with the desired, standardized color, while also adjusting the pH of the drink.

Food Industry

Activated carbon is used directly in the food sector in purification steps, such as in the production of sugar, monosodium glutamate and gelatins. One of its most traditional applications is color reduction by adsorbing dyes or dissolved organic compounds in glucose production.

It is also used to clarify fats and many edible oils, as well as other food products such as citric acid. Activated carbon is ideal for food processes in general that require clarification and decolorization steps.

Chemical Industry

In the chemical industry, activated carbon can be used to treat a range of products such as glycerin, paraffin, waxes and fats, esters, electroplating baths, solvents, sodium carbonate, mineral oils and various organic products.

Biogas

Activated carbon has become a crucial component in the biogas market, playing a key role in purifying and conditioning gas produced from organic waste. Its ability to adsorb impurities, volatile organic compounds and contaminants present in biogas contributes to a cleaner, more efficient fuel. Its vital role in removing sulfur compounds also helps meet strict environmental and biomethane quality standards.

Pulp and Paper

In the pulp and paper industry, efficiency is essential. That is why ACT is proud to offer advanced activated carbon solutions for the specific needs of this dynamic sector. Our activated carbon is designed to support purification and bleaching, removing unwanted impurities and ensuring the quality of the final product. Our technologies also help reduce chemical consumption, minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainable production practices.

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