Highly Accurate, More Affordable Expert Media Analysis with RSSCT

Our experts offer a deep understanding of activated carbon, sorbent technologies, and compliance needs to ensure optimized solutions for the removal of harmful contaminants, including PFAS. Birchtech provides expert analysis and RSSCT to various media, including virgin, activated, and reactivated GACs and ion exhange resins, and multiple water sources. 

All testing equipment adheres to U.S. EPA PFAS standards (M533, M537.1, M8327, M1633) and includes PFAS-free LCMS systems for accurate and reliable results.

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Send Water & Sorbent Samples

Provide samples of your water source and candidate sorbent media.

RSSCT Column Testing

We conduct rapid small-scale column tests simulating full-scale conditions.

Performance Evaluation

Sorbent effectiveness assessed against target contaminants.

Data & Recommendations

Comprehensive analysis delivered to support your decision-making.

Accurate

Predict full-scale performance with lab-validated precision

Cost-Effective

Compare media without full-scale column test investment

Fast

Generate results in a fraction of the time compared to full-scale column tests with 24/7 continuous sampling

Actionable

Clear formats for utilities, service providers, and consultants

Birchtech's RSSCT Analysis Produces Actionable Results

A lab-driven approach to media evaluation that reduces cost and accelerates compliance timelines.

Performance Testing

Compare media efficiency for informed decisions. Evaluate activated carbon, ion exchange resins, alternatives.

Data-Driven Insights

Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining compliance and sustainability.

Comprehensive Contaminant Analysis

Accurately detect removal performance for PFAS compounds and regulated contaminants.

Predictive Performance Metrics

Forecast long-term costs, media lifespan, replacement frequency, system efficiency.

Proven Methodologies

In-house expert analysis using advanced lab equipment and research-backed methods.

Hydraulic Loading & EBCT Evaluation

Assess loading rates and empty bed contact time for system design optimization.

Media Types We Evaluate

RSSCT testing is media-agnostic — we evaluate all major sorbent types to identify the optimal solution for your specific contaminant profile and operational requirements.

Granular Activated Carbon

Virgin and rejuvenated GAC products evaluated for adsorption capacity, bed life, and contaminant-specific performance.

Ion Exchange Resins

IX resins tested for selective contaminant removal and operational efficiency.

Catalytic Carbon

Specialized carbon media evaluated for oxidation-reduction reactions and targeted contaminant destruction.

Mixed Media

Emerging and specialty media assessed against established benchmarks to identify next-generation solutions.