Activated Carbon
As Tuna Mining, adhering to sustainability principles, we produce activated carbon, an environmentally friendly product, by utilizing agricultural wastes such as olive kernels. Activated carbon derived from olive kernels, thanks to its high surface area and porous structure, is effectively used in many industrial and environmental applications.
Activated Carbon from Olive Kernels
"What is Activated Carbon?
Activated carbon is a material with a high surface area obtained by subjecting carbon-containing materials to special processes (activation). This high surface area increases activated carbon's ability to adsorb (attract to its surface) substances in the gas and liquid phases. Activated carbon produced from olive kernels is preferred in various applications due to this property.
Advantages of Activated Carbon from Olive Kernels:
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Renewable Source: Olive kernels are an agricultural waste product obtained from activities such as olive oil production. Using this waste in activated carbon production ensures more efficient utilization of resources.
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High Performance: Activated carbon derived from olive kernels offers effective adsorption performance thanks to its high surface area and pore structure.
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Environmentally Friendly Production: The use of environmentally harmful chemicals is minimized during the production process, adopting a sustainable approach.
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Suitability for Various Applications: It can be used in different fields such as water and air purification, the food industry, and the pharmaceutical sector.
Areas of Use:
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Water Purification: In the treatment of drinking water and wastewater, for the removal of unwanted substances (chlorine, organic compounds, etc.).
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Air Purification: In industrial facilities and indoor environments, for the removal of harmful gases and odors.
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Food Industry: For decolorization and deodorization of foods, and removal of unwanted substances.
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Pharmaceutical Sector: In drug production and for therapeutic uses in some cases of poisoning.
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Other Industrial Applications: For various purposes in the chemical, petrochemical, and other sectors.
Test Data:
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Surface Area (m²/g): 860-1200
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Pore Volume (cm³/g): 126
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Particle Size (Mesh): 40-50
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Methylene Blue Adsorption Value (mg/g): 250
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Hardness (%): > 90-95
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Residue (%): 2
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Ash Content (%): < 2.5
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Moisture Content (%): 5
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Iodine Number (mg/g): 650-1000
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Removal of Harmful Gases (%): > 95
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pH: 5-7
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Total Carbon Determination: 95.52%"
In our facilities equipped with modern technologies, we prioritize sustainable production practices while adopting an approach that is sensitive to nature and the environment. Our activated carbon derived from olive kernels is offered to our customers in different granule sizes and properties for use in many sectors.