Activated clay is bentonite clay treated with acid to increase its absorbency. It can be reactivated and reused, and is used in automotive shops, environmental cleanup, and material processing. It should be stored in a cool, dry place.
Activated clay is clay, usually of bentonite origin, that has been treated to improve its absorbency. The clay is processed with acid, which significantly increases the adsorption properties of the clay. Once treated, activated clay can also be reactivated as it is used, allowing people to reuse the clay rather than having to constantly replace it. There are numerous uses for this product and it can be found directly through the manufacturers and in places such as home improvement stores and stores that sell auto repair supplies.
When activated clay is spread over a surface, it easily absorbs oils and other materials on the surface. One use for this product is in automotive shops and similar repair facilities where oil often lands on the floor; activated clay can be used to absorb it so it can be safely removed. This product is also used in the environmental cleanup of oil spills and other accidents and in other environments where oils can build up, such as in slaughterhouses where grease and grease can build up.
This product can be reactivated by heating it to release the substances it has adsorbed, allowing people to reuse it. Because activated clay is sometimes used with toxic or hazardous materials, it’s important to make sure it is reactivated by someone with experience; you want to avoid releasing the materials so carefully cleaned with the help of clay. People can also discard this product by bagging it safely and depositing it in waste containers designed to accommodate the types of materials the clay collects.
Companies may also refer to this product as “bleaching clay,” referring to the fact that it can whiten pigments. Bleaching clay is used in material processing in a variety of industries to extract pigments, as seen in papermaking for example. It can also be used to purify and refine oils by removing impurities and pigments and leaving clean oil behind.
When not in use, activated clay should be stored in a cool, dry place. If the clay is exposed to moisture, it can collect it, and in hot environments, the clay will release fluids and can become messy. Some people store it in sealed tubs to keep moisture out of the activated clay while it’s not in use.
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