Remove PFAS with our versatile treatment solutions
Technical Expertise
Our experts bring many years of engineering experience and offer versatile solutions that not only remove PFAS from water, but also permanently destroy them.
Expert Consultation
We provide support throughout the entire process – from water analysis and the selection of the appropriate treatment method to the permanent removal of PFAS from your water.
Tailored Processes
Depending on the application, different treatment methods may be suitable. Whether filtration or destruction – we offer a solution precisely tailored to your needs.
PFAS-Free Water
Depending on the treatment method, our systems ensure that your water is free from both long-chain and short-chain PFAS molecules after the purification process.
Our Service Package Ensures PFAS-Free Water
Tailored to Your Requirements
The removal of PFAS from water and the destruction of PFAS molecules requires a precisely tailored solution – depending on the level of contamination, the process, and the specific application. We select the optimal treatment method based on your individual requirements. An overview of the process steps:
1. Analysis Service
Laboratory analysis allows for the precise determination of the PFAS content in your water. Depending on the application, we select the appropriate laboratory method to detect these so-called “forever chemicals.”
2. Technical Consultation
We select the appropriate approach for capturing and eliminating PFAS molecules – tailored to your specific requirements. As part of this, we advise you on the suitable technical treatment methods.
3. Removal of PFAS
Our experts develop a customised system solution for you. In the removal process, we take into account both long-chain and short-chain PFAS compounds.
4. Onsite or Offsite Destruction
Depending on the method, all PFAS molecules are either destroyed in the first step (onsite) or captured and completely eliminated in a second step (offsite).
5. Regular Monitoring
We offer regular laboratory monitoring after system implementation to ensure consistent water quality and long-term process reliability.
Information on PFAS Removal and Destruction
The appropriate treatment method for every requirement
Method
Advantages
Activated Carbon
PFAS are removed using activated carbon, which adsorbs the molecules onto its porous surface.
Proven Method
High Adsorption Capacity
Easy Integration
Ion Exchange
PFAS are removed by ion exchange resins, which replace them with other ions.
Proven Technology
Adaptable to PFAS Chain Length
Up to 99% Removable
Reverse Osmosis
PFAS are retained by reverse osmosis using a semi-permeable membrane.
Up to 99% of long-chain molecules can be removed
Chemical Dosing
Chemical precipitation and flocculation of PFAS molecules
Adapts to changing feed water conditions
Possible Batch Size: 50–250 m³
Plasma
Residue-free destruction of PFAS by breaking down the molecular chains.
Destruction of Short- to Long-Chain Compounds
Continuous Flow
Cost-Efficient Solution
Electrochemical Oxidation
Complete decomposition of PFAS through direct anodic oxidation.
Destruction of PFAS – No Incineration Required
Low Maintenance Effort
Thermal High-Pressure Processes
PFAS are decomposed under high pressure and high temperature.
High Destruction Efficiency
Treatment of Saline Wastewater
No Toxic By-Products
Application Areas for Our Systems
A PFAS-Free Future
Municipal Drinking Water Treatment
Our solutions for the reliable removal of PFAS provide safe drinking water for municipal waterworks.
Water for Surface Technology
Semiconductor, electroplating and microchip manufacturers rely on water treatment technology that reliably reduces PFAS and meets the industry's high purity standards.
Leachate Treatment
For reliable PFAS reduction in landfill leachate, at airports, military bases, and fire training sites.
Water for Life Science Applications
Systems for the pharmaceutical, cosmetics and food industries meet the highest standards and deliver PFAS-free water for your production.
Questions and Answers on the Removal of PFAS
What are PFAS and why do they need to be removed from water?
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are synthetic chemicals that are extremely difficult to break down due to their high stability. They enter the environment through industrial processes or wastewater streams and are considered harmful to both human health and the environment.
How can PFAS be removed from water?
PFAS cannot be eliminated using conventional methods. In industrial water treatment, combined processes such as reverse osmosis (RO), ion exchange (IEX), granular activated carbon (GAC), or flocculation are therefore used.
How do our water treatment systems ensure compliance with the new PFAS limits from 2026 onwards?
Herco develops water treatment systems that reliably remove PFAS from water. By using advanced filtration and adsorption technologies, our systems ensure full compliance with the new PFAS limits set by the Drinking Water Ordinance from 2026 onwards.
Can ion exchange remove PFAS?
Yes, specific ion exchange resins can effectively bind PFAS – particularly long-chain compounds. Herco integrates this technology into customised ion exchange systems tailored to the specific composition of the water.
Why is PFAS removal particularly important in industrial settings?
In industrial processes – such as in the chemical industry, semiconductor manufacturing, surface treatment, or waste management – wastewater containing PFAS is often generated. Safe and sustainable water treatment in these settings protects equipment, the environment, and employees alike, while also ensuring compliance with future environmental regulations.
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