Activated Carbon / Biochar Sub 425 Micron

Air Filters: Activated Carbon is commonly used in air filters. The high surface area and porous structure make it effective for trapping airborne contaminants, odors, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Its use in air filters could help improve indoor air quality in grow tents, grow rooms, homes, offices, and industrial settings.

Water Filters: Activated Carbon is well-suited for water filtration applications. Its high adsorption capacity allows it to remove various contaminants from water, including:

• Organic compounds
• Chlorine and chloramines
• Pesticides and herbicides
• Some heavy metals

The product’s rapid adsorption kinetics, due to its high ratio of transport to adsorption pores, make it particularly effective for water treatment. It can be used in both point-of-use filters (e.g., home water filters) and larger-scale water treatment systems.

Water Remediation: For water remediation projects, Activated Carbon offers several advantages:

• High adsorption capacity for a wide range of pollutants
• Rapid adsorption kinetics for efficient treatment
• Alkaline surface (pH 10) which can help neutralize acidic contaminants
• Available in various particle sizes to suit different remediation needs

It can be used in:

• Wastewater treatment plants
• Groundwater remediation projects
• Stormwater management systems
• Industrial effluent treatment

Soil Improvement: Activated Carbon excels in soil improvement applications, offering multiple benefits:

a) Water Retention and Balancing:

• Increases water holding capacity in sandy soils
• Reduces waterlogging in clay soils
• Improves overall soil structure and water distribution

b) Nutrient Management:

• Adsorbs and stores nutrients during periods of high concentration (e.g., after fertilization)
• Slowly releases stored nutrients over time, improving nutrient efficiency
• Reduces nutrient leaching, particularly in sandy soils

c) Microbial Support:

• Provides an ideal habitat for beneficial soil microorganisms in its capillary structure
• Enhances overall soil health by promoting a diverse and active microbial community

d) pH Balancing:

• Alkaline surface chemistry (pH 10-11) provides a natural liming effect
• Helps neutralize acidic soils, improving conditions for plant growth

e) Long-term Stability:

• Remains stable in soil for over 99 years, providing long-lasting benefits
• No need for frequent reapplication, making it a cost-effective solution

f) Application:

• Recommended dosage is 1% by mass in soil
• Available in various particle sizes to suit different soil types and applications
• Can be mixed into potting soils, used as a soil amendment in gardens, or applied in large-scale agricultural operations

g) Environmental Benefits:

• Made from renewable, FSC-certified pine wood
• Helps sequester carbon in the soil, contributing to climate change mitigation
• Reduces the need for chemical fertilizers and improves water use efficiency

By improving soil structure, water retention, nutrient availability, and microbial activity, Activated Carbon (Biochar) helps create optimal growing conditions for a wide range of plants, from agricultural crops to ornamental gardens.

Regarding sizes:

1.6-3.4mm

Air Filtration:

• Suitable for industrial air purification systems requiring larger granules

Water Filtration:

• Ideal for large-scale water treatment systems
• Effective in gravity-fed water filters

Compost Improvement:

• Excellent for adding to compost piles to improve aeration and reduce odors

Soil / Growing Medium Improvement:

• Good for improving drainage in heavy soils
• Useful in large-scale agricultural applications

Other Common Uses:

• Aquarium filtration
• Humidity control in storage areas

0.4-1.6mm

Air Filtration:

• Suitable for a wide range of air purification systems

Water Filtration:

• Versatile for both small and medium-scale water treatment
• Effective in pressure-driven filtration systems

Compost Improvement:

• Good for mixing into compost to enhance microbial activity and nutrient retention

Soil / Growing Medium Improvement:

• Ideal for general soil amendment in gardens and farms
• Excellent for potting mixes and container gardening

Other Common Uses:

• Hydroponics systems
• Terrarium substrate additive

Sub 425 Micron

Air Filtration:

• Suitable for fine air filtration systems, potentially in face masks or HVAC systems

Water Filtration:

• Useful in ultra-fine filtration applications
• Can be used in some specialized water treatment processes

Compost Improvement:

• Can be mixed into compost for enhanced nutrient adsorption
• Helps in creating finer-textured compost

Soil / Growing Medium Improvement:

• Excellent for improving water retention in sandy soils
• Ideal for seed starting mixes and delicate plant applications
• Can be used in foliar sprays when mixed with water

Other Common Uses:

• Animal feed additive
• Seed coating
• Potential use in cosmetic products
• Can be used in some industrial processes requiring fine carbon particles