Molecular sieve products – general information.

Molecular sieves sound like “something from science fiction” but in fact, they are very real and have many and varied industrial uses. In general, they look like – and are like – clay or ceramic powders and pellets. They are available in many different types, - some absorb water, some absorb VOC’s (volatile organic compounds), some do both. The molecular sieves we utilize absorb VOC’s preferentially to water and water does not impede their efficiency. They are entirely non-toxic. They absorb and neutralize VOC’s – solvents, pollutants, etc – FOR EVER and once absorbed the VOC is harmless. How is this done? On a molecular level the molecular sieve structure is like a long donut or a strand of macaroni – a tiny tube. The VOC molecule can fit inside this tube, but once inside, it’s size and molecular vibrations prevent it from escaping again. Small molecules like nitrogen, oxygen etc. can pass through this tube unimpeded. On a macro scale this means that molecular sieves are very efficient at removing VOC’s organic gases, toxins, solvents, pollutants etc from the airspace in which they are placed and once absorbed, these VOC’s are removed and rendered entirely harmless for ever! Due to their unique crystalline structure and amazing properties, these molecular sieves are also VERY expensive!. The various molecular sieves available show differing propensities for different situations and applications and so are chosen accordingly. Disposal - the molecular sieve products we supply are entirely non-toxic and can be disposed of in normal household waste.

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