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Research & Development: Driving Innovation at HeGo Biotec

At HeGo Biotec GmbH, Research & Development (R&D) is at the core of our commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for gas purification, water treatment, and environmental protection. Through continuous product and process development, we strive to meet evolving industry needs while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and reliability.

Our R&D activities are supported by close collaboration with universities, colleges, and efficient commercial enterprises, ensuring access to cutting-edge scientific expertise and technological advancements.

Focus Areas of Research

Our R&D efforts are driven by specific goals that enhance our products and services. Key areas of focus include:

  • Improvement and Development of Iron Hydroxide-Based Products: Constantly refining the performance and versatility of our iron hydroxide solutions for optimal results.
  • Expansion of Product Range: Innovating new solutions for gas purification and water treatment to address a broader spectrum of challenges.
  • Economic Optimization: Enhancing the cost-effectiveness of all products and processes to ensure competitive pricing without compromising quality.

Successfully Completed Projects

Our R&D department has achieved remarkable success in pioneering projects that solve complex environmental and industrial challenges. These include:

  1. Phosphorus Elimination in Wastewater Treatment:
    1. Development of small sewage treatment plant solutions for phosphorus adsorption on iron hydroxide granules.
    1. Regeneration of the adsorbent while enabling simultaneous phosphorus recovery, contributing to resource efficiency.
  2. Arsenic Reduction in Drinking Water:
    1. Advanced processes for removing arsenic contaminants, ensuring safe and clean water supply.
  3. Decentralized Systems for Surface Runoff Treatment:
    1. Designing systems using iron hydroxide-based materials to treat polluted surface runoff and similar waters effectively.
  4. Sorptive Cooling for Air Conditioning Systems:
    1. Implementing liquid sorbents based on inorganic, hygroscopic salts for energy-efficient cooling in buildings.
  5. Innovative Biogas Processes:
    1. Development of advanced methods for oxygen and hydrogen sulfide removal from biogas using ferric substances.
    1. Researching the effects of iron hydroxide-based products for internal desulfurization in biogas plants.

These projects exemplify our ability to address diverse challenges through scientific innovation and practical application.

Why HeGo Biotec Stands Out in Research & Development

  • Collaborative Expertise: Partnerships with academic institutions and commercial enterprises ensure cutting-edge solutions.
  • Scientific Rigor: R&D is grounded in advanced methods and a commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Sustainability: A focus on environmental protection and resource efficiency underpins all research efforts.
  • Practical Application: Insights from research are directly integrated into products, ensuring real-world impact.

Future-Focused Innovation

HeGo Biotec GmbH’s Research & Development department is continuously evolving to address emerging environmental and industrial challenges. By combining expertise, innovation, and sustainability, we are shaping a cleaner, more efficient future.

Through our commitment to iron hydroxide-based products and advanced gas and water treatment technologies, we aim to deliver solutions that not only meet today’s needs but also anticipate the demands of tomorrow.

Elemental analysis

Digestion & Titrations

Quantitative determination (e.g. iron content)

X-ray fluorescence analysis

Semi-quantitative composition of mixtures (raw materials, incrustations)

ICP-OES

Quantitative elemental composition (acid-soluble)

Physical parameters

Drying & weighing

Solids content

Specific surface according to BET

Specific surface area, pore volume, pore size distribution

Mercury porosimetry

Porosity, pore volume, pore size distribution

Differential-Thermoanalyse DTA

Differential thermal analysis DTA

Density determinations

Bulk density, tapped density, density of liquids

Helium pycnometer

Determination of the bulk density

Laser diffraction

particle size determination (10 nm - 3.5mm)

Screening

Grain size distribution (40 µm - 4.0 mm)

Spectroscopic methods

UV-Vis spectrometry

UV Fluorescence Spectrometry

Special investigations

Adsorption studies from aqueous media

Adsorption studies on gases

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