Mantisonix deploys on-site ultrasonic solutions for the complete destruction of PFAS and persistent organic pollutants. This technology eliminates the need for transport and reduces long-term environmental liability associated with these contaminants. The process operates under ambient conditions without requiring chemicals or producing toxic effluent.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as "forever chemicals," persist in the environment and human bodies due to their resistance to natural degradation and conventional treatment methods. These chemicals are linked to numerous adverse health effects, and their widespread use in industrial applications and consumer products has resulted in extensive contamination of water and soil. Traditional treatment methods like incineration are energy-intensive and can produce toxic emissions.
Solution
Mantisonix provides an ultrasonic technology for the complete and sustainable destruction of PFAS and persistent organic pollutants (POPs). The technology utilizes high-pitched sound waves to create cavitation bubbles in liquids, which undergo rapid cycles of compression and expansion. The violent collapse of these bubbles generates localized plasma pockets with extreme temperatures and pressures, breaking down PFAS into safe, naturally occurring compounds. The system operates at ambient temperature and pressure without requiring catalysts or chemicals, resulting in a sealed, closed-loop process with no atmospheric emissions.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes environmental agencies, waste management companies, and industrial facilities seeking sustainable and efficient solutions for PFAS remediation.
Features
- Complete destruction of PFAS and POPs into safe, naturally occurring compounds
- Operation at ambient temperature and pressure, reducing CapEx and OpEx
- No requirement for catalysts or chemical additives, ensuring robustness against co-contaminants
- Sealed, closed-loop system eliminating atmospheric emissions
- Modular design enabling seamless scalability and operational flexibility
- Electrically powered, supporting net-zero goals when using renewable energy sources