Removal of microorganisms and disinfection byproduct precursors using elemental iron or aluminum
US8114279B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 15, 2006 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC02F1/505
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A process for removing microorganisms and/or precursors of disinfection by-products from a medium sought to be treated comprising treating the medium with one or more elements capable of forming an oxide, a hydroxide, and/or an oxyhydroxide through corrosion is disclosed. A system for effecting the removal or inactivation of microorganisms and/or disinfection by-product precursors is also contemplated.
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