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Boron Reduction Problems

I may have a problem with Boron as a result of periodic high concentrations of Borax. Boron seems to be a problem. I have a current metal hydroxide precip. system and the boron reduction is less than 25%. Need a reduction of 75% or more to attain a limit of <7ppm. I'm sure ionx will work but would like to investigate other active chemical methods that could be easily be incorporated into the existing precipitation process.

Thanks in advance --Rich--

Richard P. [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
Digital Analysis Corp. - Marcellus NY

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Sharon Wetzel
ProBio

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Ed. note: Readers who wish to answer, please do so. Readers who are looking for answers please see our FAQ on waste water treatments for boron. It lists the more than 20 threads on this topic that are on line here.

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