Small-scale commercial water purifying facilities and industrial-scale desalination plants commonly use multiple stages in the purification process to produce drinkable water. Reverse osmosis (also known as RO) is a key stage in removing salt and mineral impurities from the water. Continue reading to understand how reverse osmosis works, the components of the reverse osmosis system, and its applications. How Does Reverse Osmosis Work? Reverse...
Commonly used methylated spirits is a general-purpose alcohol which is not fit for drinking. This is because approximately 10% methanol has been added to it, along with additives such as pyridine, isopropyl alcohol, acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, and methyl isobutyl ketone. The methanol is where the name ‘methylated spirits’ comes from. Introduction to Methylated Spirits Also called denatured alcohol, methylated spirits have...
Want to know more about our ultrapure water, including what grade it is and how we make it? In our short video, you’ll follow the step-by-step process of manufacturing ultrapure water as one of ReAgent’s directors, Jessica Clifton, explains how impurities are removed from feedstock water.What is the video about? Watch Jessica walk you through ReAgent's process of manufacturing ultrapure water. She explains...
Handling explosive chemicals requires stringent safety precautions - and that’s not just wearing the right PPE, but also about understanding the nature of the chemical you are handling. You must know its flashpoint, detonation point, possible triggers, and incompatible chemicals that can react or act as catalysts for it to explode. Additionally, you must know about the appropriate container and containment requirements...
If you’re confused by what demineralised water is versus deionised, distilled, ultrapure, purified water (the list goes on)… you’re in the right place.There are many forms of purified, high grade water, and in today’s blog post we’re going to look in a little more depth at what demineralised water is. Introduction to Demineralised Water Demineralised water is also called demi or demin...
Oxidising chemicals, depending on their strength, can damage your skin and mucous membrane, so you have to handle them carefully. This type of chemical, which includes hydrogen peroxide, sodium perchlorate, and chromic acid, can be found in the workplace. Handling them requires wearing protective clothing, gloves, and goggles. For example, if you’re using oxidising agents in a laboratory, nitrile gloves can provide...
Bottled water usually undergoes filtration processes rather than distillation because it contains essential minerals that affect the taste and nutritional value of the water. Distilled water, on the other hand, is entirely pure H20 because distillation removes all of its impurities, including minerals.‘Bottled water’ is a very broad category that includes three main types of water that have undergone different...
Watch our latest video to learn why ReAgent is a company you can trust when it comes to your synthetic seawater needs.In this video, our managing director, Simon Tasker, explains how ReAgent manufactures synthetic seawater with a blend of minerals and salts and ultra-pure distilled water. Watch the video and continue reading to find out more.What is the video about? Simon walks...
Watch our newest video to find out more about what happens when you place an order on our website. Learn how you can conveniently purchase the chemicals you need, and the fast, efficient delivery and service you receive. In this video, Jessica Clifton, one of ReAgent’s Directors, discusses the details.What’s this video all about? In the video, Jessica walks you through the process...
