Granular Activated Carbon (GAC)

Granular activated carbon: Efficient contaminant removal for water, air, and industrial

Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) is a highly effective filtration media made from high quality raw materials such as coal, wood, and coconut shells. Its superior adsorption capacity makes it ideal for removing contaminants from water, air, gases, and liquids, enhancing taste, odour, and clarity.

Applications granular activated carbon

GAC is widely used in various industries due to its versatile performance, including:

  • Municipal and environmental water treatment – for cleaner, safer drinking water
  • Waste gas and air purification – removal of VOCs, odours, and harmful gases
  • Mercury removal in industrial gases – especially in power and cement industries
  • Food and beverage processing – for decolorization and purification
  • Metal recovery – including gold and precious metals
  • Pharmaceutical and medical uses – for toxin adsorption and purification
  • Vapor and liquid phase adsorption – adaptable particle sizes for optimized performance

Why choose GAC?

  • Coconut Shell Based GAC: Rich in micro-pores, ideal for filtering small organic compounds, precious metal recovery, and reducing disinfection by-products (DBPs) in potable water.
  • Wood Based GAC: Contains a macro-pore structure, excellent for decolorizing liquids and removing larger molecules like MIB (2-Methylisoborneol) and Geosmin.
  • Coal Based GAC: Offers a balanced pore distribution, perfect for general filtration across multiple applications.

GAC is a reuse and eco-friendly product. It can be regenerated, through thermal activation, and used multiple times for the same application. We at Carbon Activated Corp. also provide the service of GAC change-outs and regeneration to supply ANSI/NSF61 certified custom regenerated activated carbon products

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We supply a range of filter vessels for vapor and liquid phase applications designed to specification. We also offer activated carbon and various other types of filter media.

 

  • Carbon Change-Out Services Inclusive of Supplying Filter Media
  • Supply and Installation of Liquid and Vapor Filter Systems
  • Specialized in Municipal Potable Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants
  • Odor Control
  • Advance Material Handling Equipment for Change-Out Services
  • Performance Guarantees and Superior Lead-times
  • Disposal of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Spent Activated Carbon
  • Regeneration of Spent Carbon
  • Crushing and Screening Activated Carbon to Meet Size Requirements
  • Free Technical Support
  • Laboratory Testing for All Parameters
  • Carbon Loading Calculation Reports to Establish Bed-Life of Activated Carbon
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