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Activated carbon from rice husk and jute waste.
Activated carbon from farm waste.
Activated carbon for water filters is costly and often imported. Leftover rice husk material or jute sticks are heated and treated to make activated carbon.
What it achieves
The key numbers.
products from one waste.
waste process.
raw material.
Problem and fix
The problem this solves.
- 01The problem
Activated carbon for water filters is costly and often imported.
How it is fixedLeftover rice husk material or jute sticks are heated and treated to make activated carbon.
How it works
Step by step.
- 1
Collect
Rice husk residue or jute sticks are gathered.
- 2
Heat
They are heated and activated.
- 3
Grade
Carbon is sized for filters.
Key features
Why it works well.
Nothing is wasted in the process.
- Two productsThe rice husk route also gives sodium silicate.
- Lower costCheaper than imported carbon.
- Uses wasteSolves farm waste disposal.
At a glance
The details.
| Inputs | Rice husk ash residue, jute sticks |
|---|---|
| Output | Activated carbon (and sodium silicate) |
| Ready level | Level 7 to 8 of 9 (finished and proven) |
| Scale | Factory |
Costs are indicative and change with your water, site and plant size. We confirm them after testing a sample.
Where it is used
Who it is for.
- Rice mills
- Jute areas
- Filter makers
Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Is this technology proven?
Yes. It is at ready level 7 to 8 of 9, which means: finished and proven. Nothing is wasted in the process.
Can we try it on our own water first?
Yes. We test a sample in our NABL-accredited lab and, where it helps, run a small trial on your site before you invest in a full plant.
Do you supply and install it?
Yes. We design, supply, install and start up the system, train your staff, and our lab checks the treated water.
Water treatment materials made from waste
Other ways to fix this problem.
THE NEXT STEP
Fix it on
your own site.
Send us a water sample or a test report. We will check it, confirm this method fits and tell you what it costs to run.
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