Granular Activated Carbon (GAC)

OozeChem stands as one of the leading chemical manufacturers in Gulf, providing exceptional quality Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) to meet diverse industrial needs. As trusted chemical suppliers in UAE, we serve various chemical industries with comprehensive chemical services throughout the Gulf region. OozeChem has established itself as a reliable supplier in Gulf, delivering premium-grade activated carbon solutions that exceed international quality standards and ensure optimal performance across multiple applications.

What is Granular Activated Carbon?

Granular Activated Carbon is a highly porous, granular form of carbon characterized by its exceptional adsorption capacity and versatile application range. This advanced filtration medium features uniform particle size distribution and superior mechanical strength, making it ideal for continuous operation in demanding industrial environments. The granular structure provides excellent flow characteristics, minimal pressure drop, and maximum contact efficiency, ensuring reliable performance in both liquid and gas phase applications.

Technical Specifications – Granular Activated Carbon

Property	Value
Type	Granular Activated Carbon
Shape	Irregular Granules
Surface Area	900-1200 m²/g
Bulk Density	0.45-0.55 g/ml
Hardness Number	≥ 90%
Moisture Content	≤ 5%
Ash Content	≤ 8%
Methylene Blue Value	≥ 150 mg/g
Iodine Number	≥ 1000 mg/g
Particle Size	8×30, 12×40, 20×50 mesh
Abrasion Number	≤ 3%
pH Value	6.0-8.0
Shelf Life	3 years in sealed packaging
Packaging	25kg bags / 500kg super sacks

Key Features and Benefits

Superior Adsorption Capacity

Our GAC delivers exceptional contaminant removal efficiency, effectively adsorbing organic compounds, chlorine, heavy metals, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from both water and air streams.

Extended Service Life

The robust granular structure provides excellent durability and resistance to attrition, ensuring long-lasting performance in continuous operation systems with minimal replacement requirements.

Regeneration Capability

GAC can be thermally reactivated multiple times, restoring 85-90% of its original adsorption capacity, making it an environmentally sustainable and cost-effective filtration solution.

Versatile Particle Sizes

Available in multiple mesh sizes to suit specific application requirements, from fine filtration to high flow rate applications, ensuring optimal performance in various system configurations.

Chemical Stability

Maintains structural integrity and adsorption properties across a wide pH range and temperature spectrum, providing reliable performance in diverse chemical environments.

Low Pressure Drop

The granular format ensures excellent flow characteristics with minimal pressure loss, reducing energy costs and system maintenance requirements.

Applications of Granular Activated Carbon

Water Treatment Applications

Municipal drinking water purification and chlorine removal
Industrial process water treatment and contaminant removal
Wastewater treatment for organic compound elimination
Groundwater remediation and heavy metal extraction
Swimming pool and spa water purification systems
Pharmaceutical and food industry water treatment

Air and Gas Purification

Industrial emission control and VOC removal
Indoor air quality improvement and odor elimination
Solvent recovery systems in chemical processing
Natural gas purification and hydrogen sulfide removal
Respirator and gas mask applications
Automotive emission control systems

Industrial Processing Applications

Catalyst recovery and purification in chemical manufacturing
Decolorization processes in sugar, pharmaceutical, and food industries
Solvent purification and recovery operations
Gold recovery and precious metal extraction
Oil and petroleum product purification
Chemical intermediate purification processes

Performance in Gulf Region Conditions

OozeChem’s Granular Activated Carbon is specifically engineered and tested for optimal performance in the challenging environmental conditions prevalent throughout the Gulf region:

High Temperature Resistance

Maintains excellent adsorption capacity and structural integrity at elevated temperatures common in Gulf industrial operations, with operational stability up to 80°C in aqueous systems.

Corrosion Environment Compatibility

Performs effectively in high-salinity and corrosive environments typical of coastal Gulf installations, maintaining long-term stability without degradation.

Dust and Particulate Tolerance

Superior resistance to fouling and clogging from high particulate loads and dust common in Gulf industrial environments, ensuring consistent performance.

Chemical Compatibility

Excellent resistance to various chemical environments including hydrocarbons, acids, and bases commonly encountered in Gulf petrochemical operations.

Handling and Storage Guidelines

Storage Requirements

Store in original sealed packaging in a dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Maintain storage temperature between 5-40°C and protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

Handling Precautions

Use appropriate personal protective equipment including dust masks, safety glasses, and protective gloves during handling operations. Ensure adequate ventilation to minimize dust exposure.

Loading Procedures

Follow proper loading techniques to prevent carbon dusting and maintain system cleanliness. Use dedicated equipment for carbon handling to prevent cross-contamination.