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12 articles for “Flocculants”
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Biopolymer-Based Flocculation for Microplastic Removal: Fenugreek and Okra as Sustainable Alternatives to Synthetic Flocculants
Abstract: Microplastic pollution has emerged as a persistent global environmental concern due to its widespread presence in aquatic ecosystems and potential implications for food chains and human health. Conventional removal approaches, particularly the use of synthetic flocculants such as polyacrylamide (PAM), have demonstrated high removal efficiencies in water treatment applications. However, their use is often associated with environmental concerns including toxicity, non-biodegradable residues, and energy-intensive production processes. In this context, the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1119–1128 Read article
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Polysaccharide based Graft Copolymers and their Applications as Flocculants for Drilling Fluid Wastes
Abstract: Pure water is essential for the survival of living beings. It is used for human consumption, agricultural and industrial activities. During oil and gas well drillinglarge amount of drilling fluid are used. These drilling fluids are mainly water based bentonite solutions which plays a major role in keeping safe and efficient oil and gas well drilling. After their prolonged use, these drilling fluid wastes needs to be disposed of in …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 9–21 Read article
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Optimisation of Electrocoagulation Flocculation Treatment of Laundry Greywater with Design of Experiment Methodology
Abstract: It is becoming increasingly more important to relook at the impact that greywater has on the environment and the opportunities that it can provide for water re-use. More especially that the sewer pipelines are often over flooded and overflowing onto the streets in most townships in South Africa due to sewer blockages, population, and wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) overcapacity. To cope with current and future wastewater treatment (WWT) demands, developments …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 41–58 Read article
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Recovery of Iron Values from Waste Iron Ore Slime
Abstract: Iron ore slime is a waste material generated after beneficiation of iron ores. Due to limited iron ore resources and fast depleting of high-grade iron ore, iron ore producers are emphasizing on recovery of iron values from iron ore slime. Different beneficiation techniques such as hydrocyclone, Wet High Intensity Magnetic Separator (WHIMS), Dispersion-flocculation, and Flotation are some options to recover the lost iron value from the waste. In the present …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Colour Removal from Effluents Using Micromaterials
Abstract: In this study, the ability of Micromaterials to adsorb color from an aqueous solution was investigated by using flocculants and activated carbon prepared from Rice Bran, an agricultural by-product, and batch mode adsorption experiments were conducted. The influence of various factors such as initial concentration (20, 40, 60, 80 mg/L), contact time, pH (4.0-9.0), and dosage on the adsorption capacity was investigated and optimal experimental conditions were ascertained. Adsorption data …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Wastewater management in developed and developing countries
Abstract: Water is essential for humans and every other living being on earth. Everyone needs to use water efficiently by reducing and reusing methods. Managing wastewater in developed and developing countries is one of the methods. Wastewater management had importance in history as ancient Rome had a drainage system in which surface conduits were to the Tiber River. In the 19th-century, wastewater threw out of the cities with the help of …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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Recovery of Iron Values from Iron Ore Slimes using Reagents
Abstract: Mining wastes include waste generated during the extraction, beneficiation or processing of minerals like iron ore fines, slimes and tailings. Approximately 10–20% of the raw material is discarded as slimes in to slime ponds/tailing dams. Recovery of iron values from slimes result in economic benefit by utilization of waste as a resource and minimizes the threat to the environment. The iron ore slime is generally considered as waste due to …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 32–43 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Inorganic and Natural Coagulants for Dairy Wastewater Treatment using Alum Sulphate and Moringa Oleifera
Abstract: The treatment of dairy wastewater is essential to reduce its environmental impact, particularly in terms of organic load and suspended solids. This study investigates the application of alum sulphate as an inorganic coagulant for dairy wastewater treatment and compares its effectiveness with the natural coagulant Moringa oleifera. The performance of both coagulants was evaluated based on key water quality parameters, including pH, Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Total Suspended Solids (TSS), …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 01–07 Read article
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A SCADA Approach to Treat and Control the Syrup Flow in Sugar Industries
Abstract: The objective of our project is to examine various processes in sugar industries such as adding some chemical agents such as phosphoric acid and flocculant to treat the untreated syrup from sugarcane through milling and heating process. In many sugar industries, they process raw cane for the production of sugar and add some chemical agents manually to purify syrup and to maintain its acidic level. Sulphuric acid is added to …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Examining the Medicinal Role of Alum in Unani Medicine: An Overview of Traditional Uses and Scientific Investigations
Abstract: Alum, also known as Shibb-e-Yamani, is a crystalline substance devoid of color, transparent, and lacking any scent. It possesses a sweetish astringent flavor and is categorized as a hydrated double salt. Typically, it comprises aluminum sulfate, water molecules as part of its structure, and the sulfate of another element. Frequently, it's found mixed with impurities. To render it suitable for medicinal usage, a process involves dissolving it in boiling water, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Clay–Polymer Nanocomposites: An Efficient Adsorbent for Waste Water Treatment
Abstract: Despite the abundance of water sources, the globe today lacks potable water because to pollution. Pollutants can be removed from water using a variety of technologies, but adsorption is considered the most simple, effective, economical, and ecologically beneficial method. The class of adsorbents known as clay–polymer nanocomposite (CPN) adsorbents is one that is now gaining popularity. By adsorbing and flocculating inorganic and organic micropollutants from water, CPNs efficiently cleanse water. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 111–118 Read article
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Polymers for Water Purification Application
Abstract: Water pollution is a growing concern worldwide, and the demand for clean and safe drinking water is increasing rapidly. Traditional water purification methods often face challenges such as inefficiency, high cost, and secondary pollution. In recent years, polymers have emerged as promising materials for water purification due to their versatility, high efficiency, and selective removal capabilities.This project explores the application of various polymers in water purification, including their role as …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 111–122 Read article