Next-ChemX has developed a membrane-based ion extraction technology that efficiently separates low concentrations of ions from liquid solutions, significantly reducing costs and environmental impact compared to traditional methods. This technology is applicable in various sectors, including lithium extraction, vegetable oil refining, and radioactive ion removal, addressing the need for more sustainable and economical ion extraction processes.
Funding
$500K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Existing ion extraction methods for liquid solutions are often expensive and environmentally damaging, particularly when dealing with low ion concentrations. Traditional techniques struggle to efficiently and sustainably separate target ions from complex mixtures.
Solution
Next-ChemX (NCX) has developed a membrane-based ion extraction technology that efficiently separates low concentrations of ions from liquid solutions. Mimicking biophysical processes, the NCX technology extracts ions into a highly concentrated form, offering a more economical and environmentally friendly alternative to existing methods. The technology has been validated through lab tests and small commercial pilot plants, demonstrating its potential for various applications.
Target Audience
The primary customers are companies in lithium extraction, vegetable oil refining, nuclear waste processing, mining, and desalination industries seeking more cost-effective and environmentally friendly ion extraction solutions.
Features
- Membrane-based ion extraction technology mimicking biophysical processes
- Efficient separation of low concentrations of ions from liquid solutions
- Proven technology through lab tests and small commercial pilot plants
- Applicable to lithium extraction from brines
- Applicable to fatty acid extraction from vegetable oils
- Applicable to radioactive ion removal from nuclear power plant waters (strontium, cesium, cobalt, etc.)
- Applicable to metal ion extraction from mine leach solutions, effluents, and tailing ponds (copper, nickel, etc.)
- Potential application in desalination by removing ions from seawater