Water and wastewater treatment chemicals
Coagulants
Coagulants are chemicals that promote the clumping or aggregation of suspended particles in water to form larger flocs. These larger particles are easier to remove through sedimentation or filtration processes. Common coagulants include aluminum sulfate (alum), ferric chloride, and polyaluminum chloride (PAC).
Flocculants
Flocculants are used to enhance the process of flocculation, where coagulated particles come together to form larger, settleable flocs. Flocculants improve the settling characteristics of the particles, allowing for more efficient solid-liquid separation. Common flocculants include cationic, anionic, and nonionic polyacrylamides
Disinfectants
Disinfectants are chemicals used to destroy or deactivate harmful microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, in water. Common disinfectants include chlorine, chloramines, ozone, ultraviolet (UV) light, and chlorine dioxide.
pH Adjusters
pH adjusters are used to control and balance the pH level of water to ensure optimal conditions for various treatment processes. Common pH adjusters include lime (calcium hydroxide) for alkaline pH and sulfuric acid for acidic pH.
Antiscalants
Antiscalants are used to prevent the formation of scale deposits in water treatment systems, especially in industrial applications like reverse osmosis and cooling towers. These chemicals inhibit the precipitation of minerals that can lead to scaling.
Corrosion Inhibitors
Corrosion inhibitors are used to protect water treatment equipment and distribution systems from corrosion caused by dissolved oxygen and other corrosive substances.
Activated Carbon
Activated carbon is a porous, high-surface-area material used to adsorb and remove organic compounds, chlorine, and certain other contaminants from water.
Ion Exchange Resins
Ion exchange resins are used to remove specific ions from water through an exchange process. Cation exchange resins remove cations (positively charged ions), while anion exchange resins remove anions (negatively charged ions).
Antifoaming Agents
Antifoaming agents are used to control and prevent excessive foaming in water treatment processes, which can interfere with treatment efficiency.
Biocides
Biocides are chemicals used to control the growth of algae, bacteria, and other microorganisms in cooling towers, reservoirs, and other water systems. Biofilm removal is another aspect we support.
