MBfR APPLICATIONS
The MBfR is a simple, cost-effective technology that safely and effectively removes a wide range of oxidized contaminants from water. This technology can be used to treat contaminated groundwater, drinking water, agricultural run-off and wastewater.
Some contaminants that can be destroyed or removed by the MBfR process include:
• Perchlorate
• Nitrates
• Chlorinated Solvents
• Selenate
• Bromate
• Chromate
• Radionuclides
Integration with Conventional Technology
In addition to serving as a stand alone treatment device, there are several potential conjunctive applications for this reductive technology. For example, the economics of conventional technology for removal of oxidized contaminants—most notably regenerable ion-exchange, disposable ion-exchange, and reverse osmosis—may be enhanced by integrating Applied’s MBfR technology into the treatment train.
For example, the MBfR technology could be used to remove perchlorate and nitrate from ion exchange regenerant brine streams, making them suitable for reuse in regenerating the ion exchange resin. Perchlorates and nitrates in the concentrate from reverse osmosis units could also be treated with MBfR technology. In either case, it may be possible to substantially reduce the operating costs of these conventional technologies through application of MBfR technology.
Bench and Pilot Scale Testing
The MBfR technology is in the commercial development stage. Applied is actively conducting a variety of bench level studies to identify opportunities of interest and to begin to obtain the data necessary to scale the technology to commercial applications. To view case studies describing results achieved using laboratory and pilot-scale MBfR devices, click on the links below.
Nitrate/Perchlorate Reduction
Nitrate/Perchlorate/Solvents Reduction
To view a technical paper describing these experiments in further detail, click here.
Applied is working closely with university researchers to conduct these experiments and has also established its own testing laboratory. Firms interested in working with us to explore applications of this exciting technology are encouraged to contact us.
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