Skimming Across the Landfill Landscape

Abanaki introduces its PetroXtractor active membrane skimmer, PetroXtractor passive membrane skimmer and Leach-Aid landfill pump for use in remediation and leachate applications.

Jan 18th, 2013

Abanaki PetroXtractor Abanaki Corp. introduces its PetroXtractor active membrane skimmer, PetroXtractor passive membrane skimmer and Leach-Aid landfill pump as intended for use in remediation and leachate (landfill) applications. The company says that this system boasts:

Air-powered active skimmers that are completely automatic and designed to recover free-floating hydrocarbons from groundwater.
Automatic shutoff when the liquid no longer passes through it and the capability to turn back on once full again.
No air power to operate the passive membrane skimmer, which is ideal for monitoring or initial testing for contamination.
An Oleophilic membrane on the skimmer to keep water out.
Less air consumption and waste than leading competitors’ products.
The power to operate in harsh conditions.
Suitability for light oil applications.

skimmers@abanaki.com

www.abanaki.com

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