Arsenic Removal; MetSorb™ HMRP

Effective, High Value Adsorbent for Reduction of Heavy Metals & Arsenic

MetSorb HMRP adsorbent is a free-flowing powder designed for incorporation into pressed or extruded carbon blocks. The addition of HMRP at relatively low levels to a carbon block design is very effective for the reduction of lead, and at higher HMRP usage levels effective for aresenic removal, meeting the requirements of NSF Standard 53. HMRP utilizes a patented material to adsorb not only cationic lead species, but also both forms of arsenic: arsenic III and arsenic V, present as (neutral) arsenite and (anionic) arsenate, respectively. HMRP will also reduce a wide range of other metal contaminants commonly present in drinking water or process water and is effective in polishing low levels of metal contaminants from industrial waste streams.

Recommended HydroGlobe HMRP Use
As a fine powder, the addition of HMRP is recommended as a component of pressed or extruded carbon blocks, where heavy metal reduction is desired. In blending HMRP with carbon and poly binder components, one must assure that both the starting mechanical blend and the unfinished block produced appear homogeneous. The following guidance is provided as a starting point. The performance of each specific design should be evaluated as to reduction for the specific contaminant in question using industry - standard methodologies by qualified laboratories.

Design Parameters for Improved Performance
A nominal 10 - inch carbon block, standard for most counter top and under counter applications will provide more overall volume and more functional media than the 2 to 21/2 inch blocks typically used in end - of - tap (EOT) applications. For example, a nominal 10 - inch carbon block can easily perform for 1000 gallons or more of contaminant reduction, while the smaller EOT blocks are rated at several hundred gallons.

The larger block design also gives longer contact times (EBCT or empty bed contact time) for better contaminant reduction. For example, a nominal 10 - inch block will provide an EBCT of 10 -15 seconds, while a typical 21/2 inch EOT block gives only 3 seconds EBCT.

Devices designed for slower flow rates, e.g., 0.5 gpm (gallons per minute) versus 1.0 gpm will provide longer contact times and better percentage contaminant reduction. Use of higher concentrations of HMRP will also improve heavy metal reduction efficiencies. Uniform dispersion of HMRP in the carbon matrix is important for maximum performance.

HMRP is thermally stable and nonorganic. It will not change characteristics, vent off-gases or odors or lose performance when used at typical carbon block processing temperatures. HMRP would remain thermally stable when processed under these manufacturing cycle times or in general kept below 575°F (300°C.).

MetSorb™ HMRP Adsorbent Product Features/Benefits
Use of HMRP affords high capacity, excellent kinetics and a low level of competing ion interference. HMRP's adsorbent's adsorptive capacity for lead is high, so that low concentrations–typically between 5% and 10% can be used for nominal 10 - inch carbon blocks, providing 1000 to 4000 gallons of performance. Higher concentrations of HMRP will provide longer useful life and significantly lower effluent contaminant levels. Higher concentrations of HMRP are also required for smaller carbon blocks typically used for EOT devices, because of reduced total volume and short contact time.

Performance of HMRP is generally insensitive to pH–indicating no pH adjustment of influent water is required. Devices utilizing HMRP will provide good performance regardless of geographic area and local water pH. HMRP is very selective for lead in the presence of hardness ions, e.g., calcium and magnesium. Because of the rapid kinetics of lead reduction, use of HMRP in small carbon blocks can provide EOT device design with contact times as short as three seconds.