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5 Top Applications for Carbon Filters

Activated carbon filters offer a more effective method of filtration than other techniques, due advancements in technology creating a more robust and absorbent solution to remove gases and other volatile organic compounds at a larger scale. In this article, we will share the most common applications of activated carbon filters, to help you decide whether this is a worthwhile investment for your industry.

1. Fume Cupboards

Ductless fume cupboards are designed to remove vapours, gases, and particles of potentially hazardous materials being handled. A carbon filter works to trap these compounds and prevent contamination to the external environment. It is critical however to ensure you have the correct balance of air filters in relation to the size of the system being used, to maximise gas absorption capacity whilst minimising flow resistance. Absolute Carbon Filters supply products in a range of different sizes ensuring your individual needs can be met.

2. Gas Purification

In chemical and pharmaceutical industries, a robust air filtration solution is required to contain smoke, odours and other volatile compounds produced during the manufacturing process. Activated carbon filters work to trap gas molecules and remove them from air circulation, as the porous composition of the filter gives a large surface area to contain unwanted particles.

3. Metal Processing

Fumes produced during a number of metal processing activities including welding, grinding, cutting, lathe machining, and spray painting, can result in corrosive interactions causing costly repairs of parts. It also poses as a danger to staff working in the same environment as the toxins can cause damage to health. Absolute Carbon Filters offer tailored solutions for metal processing industries to address these issues and ensure your workplace remains fully compliant with necessary regulations.

4. Production of Renewable Energy

An Anaerobic digestion process is used to generate a renewable energy source called biogas from organic waste. However, during this process a complex mixture of gases are created – some of which are toxic and can result in corrosion in the combustion engine. Activate carbon filters can reduce this problem by absorbing a large proportion of the toxic chemicals produced in the Anaerobic digestion process, allowing for a greater yield of renewable energy to be generated.

5. Distilled Alcohol Purification

Activated carbon filters are also commonly used during the manufacturing process of distilled alcoholic beverages, such as whiskey and vodka. Organic components that negatively affect the taste, odour or colour of the beverage can be filtered out used activated charcoal, making the product more palatable for consumption.

To find out whether one of our activated carbon filters could be used in your workplace, contact one of our experts today, who will be happy to advise you on the best solution to deliver optimal performance.