TREATMENT OF WASTEWATER

摘要

The present invention provides systems, methods and devices for removing contaminants from an aqueous stream. In embodiments, these systems and methods may be applied to particular applications, for example removal of contaminants in aqueous streams associated with the petroleum industry.

主权项

1. System for removing contaminants from a waste stream, comprising two or more modules in fluid communication with the waste stream, each module comprising either: (a) an oxidizing agent; or (b) a filtration medium comprising a substrate for supporting a modifier compound, and a modifier compound attached thereto, wherein the modifier compound has an affinity for a contaminant in the waste stream, forming a complex with the contaminant and thereby removing it from the waste stream, wherein at least one module comprises a filtration medium.