Electroplating
This technology uses water-soluble polymers for metal-ion recovery. After the polymer binds to metal ions, the polymer-metal association is filtered and concentrated using off-the-shelf ultrafiltration equipment. The resultant metal can be recycled and the water meets all regulatory requirements. This technology has three times the capacity of common ion exchange resins and is less expensive to operate.
- There are more than 10,000 metal finishing shops in the US;
- It is estimated that 1012 btu/yr could be saved by 2010 in reduced energy cost;
- It is estimated that 1,000,000 tons/yr sludge could be saved by 2010;
- Energy savings and waste minimization translate into reduced cost of business and increased profits.
- User facility available, Separation Science & Technology Deployment Center;
- Licensed and commercially available;
- Patents have been filed and issued.
| Commercial Applications Contact: | Patricia J. Robinson (n,p) Energy, Inc. Phone: (505) 888-1996 E-mail: Radwasted@aol.com |
| Technical Questions Contact: |
Dr. Barbara F. Smith |
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