How Much Does It Cost to Buy, Maintain, and Dispose of Ion Exchange Resins?

When an industrial facility requires ion exchange technology as part of its process, it’s important to not only know how much the ion exchange resins cost but also to factor in expenses associated with maintaining and disposing of them. These costs can be difficult to narrow down because of the many types of resins available on … » Read More

Common Problems with Ion Exchange Resins and How to Avoid Them

Ion exchange resins are useful for many industrial water treatment and separation needs when utilized for suitable applications. In these cases, the technology can be highly efficient with relatively low cost and energy requirements. If they are properly maintained, resin beds can last years before requiring replacement, and for highly selective removal needs in process … » Read More

What Are the Best (and Cheapest) Ways to Dispose of Ion Exchange Resins?

When thoughtfully applied within a water treatment system, IX offers cost-effective and efficient separation, with systems generally running for several years without major maintenance costs. Still, one must be mindful that IX resins degrade over time and must be replaced periodically to maintain system performance. If you’re wondering what happens when an IX resin reaches … » Read More

What Is the Difference Between Cation and Anion Exchange Resins?

Using ion exchange resins for industrial water purification and separation can be complex, especially for those unfamiliar with what ion exchange resins are and how they work. If you are looking for a general explanation of “what the differences are between cation and anion exchange resins,” the two most-used resins in ion exchange technology, this … » Read More

What Are the Different Types of Ion Exchange Resins and What Applications Do They Serve?

Ion exchange (IX) is an incredibly versatile technology often utilized in industrial water treatment and selective separation. While all resins generally function on the same basic principles, there is a seemingly endless variety of IX resins available on the market today. Once you understand the basic resin types and their functions, it might be easier … » Read More

What to Know About Ion Exchange Resin Regeneration

Ion exchange (IX) resins are often highly effective for removing hardness, alkalinity, chloride, mercury, and organics, among other contaminants. While they can offer some efficiencies over other treatment technologies, they also call for specific maintenance processes. With proper care, IX resins can deliver consistent results and have a long service life, making them well worth … » Read More

What Are the Best Ion Exchange Resin Manufacturing and Supply Companies?

Here at SAMCO Technologies, we understand that proper, economical industrial water treatment is essential to the efficiency and overall success of your facility’s everyday process. While we are confident that our  ion exchange resin technologies are some of the most innovative and effective in the industry, we also realize they might not be the best … » Read More

What Is Ion Exchange Resin and How Does It Work?

While many of us have heard of ion exchange (IX) resins, few of us have a grasp on how the technology actually works. Whether you’re weighing potential treatment strategies, looking for ways to get the most out of your existing IX resins, or simply curious about IX chemistry, you may be asking “What is ion … » Read More