PFAS & PFOS Removal

The Growing Challenge of PFAS & PFOS

Safeguarding your industrial water system has never been more crucial, with emerging threats like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including perfluorooctanesulfonate (PFOS), posing significant risks. These man-made chemicals, renowned for their non-stick and water-repellent properties, are being detected in water sources with increasing frequency. The very attributes that make PFAS so useful also make them a formidable challenge. Their remarkable stability leads to environmental persistence, raising serious concerns about potential impacts on boiler operations and other water-reliant equipment. At Garratt-Callahan, we understand the complexities of industrial water treatment and provide effective solutions to tackle PFAS in water and other contaminants in your systems.

Leading The Way With BioLargo Partnership

Recognizing the growing threat of PFAS contamination and other microplastics in water, Garratt-Callahan is leading the way in developing innovative solutions. PFAS water contaminants often originate from various sources, including manufacturing processes, firefighting foams, and consumer products, making their management a widespread challenge. Traditional PFAS treatment methods are often costly, inefficient, and generate significant waste. 

Through a strategic partnership with BioLargo, a pioneer in environmental technology, we are actively advancing water treatment technologies designed to combat PFAS. This collaboration combines BioLargo’s expertise in creating groundbreaking environmental solutions with Garratt-Callahan’s extensive experience in industrial water treatment. Together, we are dedicated to providing our clients with effective and sustainable solutions to manage PFAS and ensure the optimal performance of their water-reliant equipment.

The Solution: AEC

BioLargo’s Aqueous Electrostatic Concentrator (AEC) is a patented treatment system designed to remove over 99% of PFAS from aqueous solutions in a single pass with minimal contact time. The AEC is proven to remove every PFAS species of regulatory concern, including short-chain PFAS, and generates far less waste product during operation. As a result, the AEC can yield 90% lower total cost of ownership compared to a GAC-based system over ten years. This innovative system efficiently handles groundwater, surface water, wastewater, leachate, and AFFF rinsate, and can operate as a mobile pump-and-treat groundwater remediation process.

AEC’s Key Features

• High Efficiency: Achieves 99.9% PFAS removal in a single stage.
• Broad-Spectrum: Works with long- and short-can PFAS.
• Low Energy Consumption: Operates with low energy requirements.
• Cost-Effective Operation: Features low operational and maintenance (O&M) costs.
• Minimal Contact Time: Ensures rapid and efficient treatment.
• Non-Carbon Based Technology: Highly tolerant of Total Suspended Solids (TSS) and Total Dissolved Solids (TDS).
• Modular Design: Offers a small footprint and flexibility in installation—can be skidded, trailer-mounted, or custom-configured to fit into existing spaces.
• Minimal Waste Generation: The system uses a proprietary process to collect and retain PFAS compounds, generating minimal waste. A hassle-free disposal option is also available. 

AEC System Benefits

The AEC’s unique design targets and removes PFAS compounds and other microplastics from water sources with minimal disruption to the base water chemistry. Its non-carbon-based technology ensures high tolerance to TSS and TDS, making it robust for various water conditions.

PFAS & PFOS Removal Solutions Across Industries

With over a century of experience in industrial water treatment, Garratt-Callahan has the expertise to address the unique challenges of PFAS contamination across various sectors. Our innovative partnership with BioLargo’s AEC technology offers tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of different industries.

• Municipalities: The AEC offers a cost-effective solution for public drinking water treatment, ensuring safe, PFAS-free water for communities. Its efficiency and low operational costs make it an ideal choice for municipalities aiming to maintain high water quality standards while managing budgets effectively.
• Food & Beverage Industry: In the food and beverage industry, the AEC addresses PFAS contamination risks, protecting product integrity and consumer health. By removing PFAS from water sources used in production, the AEC helps companies comply with stringent safety regulations and maintain their reputations for quality.
• Industrial Manufacturing: Protects equipment and processes from PFAS contamination, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
• Healthcare Facilities: Ensures safe water for medical applications, protecting patient health and facility operations.
• Environmental Remediation: Provides an effective tool for cleaning up contaminated sites, and restoring safe water conditions.

Take The Next Step Towards Cleaner Water

Take the first step towards safer, cleaner water with Garratt-Callahan and BioLargo’s AEC technology. Request a free consultation today to discuss PFAS and PFOS testing and treatment options for your facility. Our advanced solutions offer unmatched efficiency, achieving up to 99.9% PFAS removal in a single pass. Benefit from cost-effective operation with low energy consumption and minimal maintenance costs. Support your sustainability practices with minimal waste generation and the flexibility of a modular technology designed to remove microplastics in water.

About Garratt-Callahan

Garratt-Callahan’s industrial water treatment experience started with servicing the boilers that powered the steam locomotives of the Industrial Revolution. Our tradition of service continues today in facilities that use highly thermally efficient boilers to power the data centers of the information age. Our water treatment expertise, chemical applications, equipment maintenance, and customer service are more than just 100+ years of deep field experience, and it is building trusted partnerships and long-lasting relationships.