Ferrate(VI) enables green, efficient and circular wastewater treatment.
Thanks to ground-breaking research by our founders, we can produce Ferrate(VI) in a stable and preservable form: FerSol®. Discover the power of our product on this page.
Revolutionary water treatment is within reach
The strongest oxidant in the world
Ferrate(VI) is the strongest oxidant in the world. Alternative chemicals have a weaker oxidising effect, as can be seen in the table. The strength of this effect is expressed in the so-called redox potential. The higher the value, the stronger the oxidant.
Comparison of frequently used oxidants in water treatment
Versatility of Ferrate(VI)
Ferrate(VI) can be used for several essential processes in wastewater treatment and, as a result, saves a lot of energy. It is the strongest oxidant in the world (see above). In addition, it reacts with dissolved substances, causing them to sink. This is called coagulation. As a side effect it eliminates certain bacteria, fungi and viruses.
Efficiency
Many chemicals only have one functionality. Wastewater is treated through complex processes and installations, requiring various steps. A striking example can be found in the steel industry. Colour, iron ions and water hardness are treated by a 5-step purification process, including chlorine, metabisulfite, soda, ferrite and slaked lime (calcium hydroxide). Ferrate(VI) enables a 1-step purification process. By shortening these complex water treatment processes, we also reduce energy consumption.
80%
Sludge reduction in residual water from direct reduced iron (DRI) factory.
Significant sludge reduction
Thanks to the powerful oxidation caused by Ferrate(VI), the particles of the residual product are strongly bound together. Thanks to this densification, you will generate much less sludge. This method simplifies sludge discharge and reduces costs, while decreasing your energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
Safe and environmentally friendly
Ferrate(VI) has no harmful effects on people and the environment. This has been demonstrated with the Ames test and the FET test. It replaces chemicals that are difficult to remove from the water. It is the best way to make your process more sustainable.
Ames test
We have performed an Ames test to demonstrate that Ferrate(VI) is not harmful to people. This test uses bacteria to determine whether a certain chemical can cause DNA mutations in the test organism. A positive test result indicates that the chemical compound is mutagenic and can therefore be carcinogenic, as cancer is a common consequence of mutation.
FET test
We have performed a Fish Embryo Toxicity Test (FET) to demonstrate that Ferrate(VI) has no harmful effects on the environment. This test uses zebra fish embryos to determine whether a chemical is harmful to the environment.
Removes colour, odour and oil
From now on, when removing colour, odour and oil, you can efficiently use a single green chemical: Ferrate(VI). In contrast, traditional methods require various harmful chemicals. Additional steps are often necessary, such as aeration or spreading.
Unique and patented production process for Ferrate(VI)
For decades, Ferrate(VI) has been known as the strongest oxidant in the world for the treatment of (industrial) wastewater. Unlike frequently used chemicals for water treatment, Ferrate(VI) is environmentally friendly.
Producing Ferrate(VI) in a stable and preservable form has been impossible until now. Thanks to ground-breaking research, however, our founders have developed a unique and patented process to do so successfully. As a Dutch scaleup, we are the first company to provide Ferrate(VI) for industrial application.
By purifying your wastewater with Ferrate(VI), you make your water treatment more sustainable and energy efficient, while enabling reuse of the water in your industrial process. Take part in the green industrial revolution and purify your wastewater using a green, efficient and circular method with Ferrate(VI).
News
First place in KVK innovation top 100 of 2023!
Utrecht, November 30 – Ferr-Tech, the world leader in Ferrate(VI) applications for industrial wastewater treatment, has been named the most
Ferr-Tech wins Aqualia innovation award 2023!
SEVILLA – During WEX Global 2023 in Spain on Tuesday 28th March it was announced that Ferr-Tech has won the
De Volkskrant writes about FerSol®
“A remedy from Meppel makes wastewater crystal clear” Below this headline, you can find Ferr-Tech in today’s de Volkskrant, a
Ferr-Tech made an appearance on RTV Drenthe
Ferr-Tech made an appearance on RTV Drenthe, a local television station. We talked about the WIS Award, the reasons why
First place in KVK innovation top 100 of 2023!
Utrecht, November 30 – Ferr-Tech, the world leader in Ferrate(VI) applications for industrial wastewater treatment, has been named the most
Ferr-Tech wins Aqualia innovation award 2023!
SEVILLA – During WEX Global 2023 in Spain on Tuesday 28th March it was announced that Ferr-Tech has won the
De Volkskrant writes about FerSol®
“A remedy from Meppel makes wastewater crystal clear” Below this headline, you can find Ferr-Tech in today’s de Volkskrant, a
Ferr-Tech made an appearance on RTV Drenthe
Ferr-Tech made an appearance on RTV Drenthe, a local television station. We talked about the WIS Award, the reasons why
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Scientific articles on Ferrate(VI)
Wastewater
- Practical application of Ferrate(VI) for water and wastewater treatment
- Removal of CH3SH with in-situ generated Ferrate(VI)
- Aqueous arsenic (As) and antimony (Sb) removal by Ferrate(VI)
- Ferrate(VI) treatment for removing chromium from high-level radioactive tank waste
- Simultaneous removal of metals and cyanides by using Ferrate(VI)
- Removal of cyanide by using ferrate(VI)
- Evaluation of produced water treatment using advanced oxidation processes and sodium Ferrate(VI)
- Highly effective oxidation of roxarsone by Ferrate(VI) and simultaneous arsenic removal with in situ formed ferric nanoparticles
- Removal of radionuclides in wastewater utilising potassium Ferrate(VI)
Ground water and surface water
General
- Research progress in the use of Ferrate(VI) for the environmental remediation
- Practical application of Ferrate(VI) for water and wastewater treatment
- Simultaneous removal of SO2, NO and Hg0 from flue gas by Ferrate(VI) solution
- Decolorization of reactive orange 16 via Ferrate(VI) oxidation assisted by sonication
