Activated carbon can adsorb many odor-causing compounds, but whole-system performance depends on capture, contact time, airflow distribution, and media condition.
Four stages
- Enclose or hood the source safely.
- Convey air through sealed ductwork at suitable negative pressure.
- Distribute flow evenly through the media bed.
- Discharge treated air from an appropriately located stack.
Design inputs
| Input | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Actual and peak airflow | Size fans, ducts, and contact time |
| Compound profile | Select media and estimate life |
| Humidity and droplets | Manage blockage and adsorption competition |
| Pressure drop | Track fouling and fan load |
Do not confuse media efficiency under a test condition with whole-system field performance or complaint reduction.
Takeaway
RE-Solve designs capture, ducting, fans, treatment vessels, stacks, controls, measurement points, and a practical media-replacement plan.
