Glanris

Target SDGs

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Household

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

This product is distributed directly from the manufacturer. However, as of 2020, Biopipe is a listed distributor.

Manufacturing/Building Method

This product is produced by Glanris in Memphis, TN. Glanris is mass-produced and sold by the medium itself, as a household kit, or individual use filter bottle.

Intellectural Property Type

Open Source

User Provision Model

Users can obtain the product by contacting the manufacturer directly.

Distributions to Date Status

As of 2020, distributions to date are unknown.

Design Specifications

The filter medium is produced by systematic heat treatment of rice hulls. Rice hulls are heated to 250-500 degrees in 1-10 minute cycles to char the organic fiber material. The husk fibers are removed with sodium biocarbonate, before further treatment with nitric acid. The remaining product is treated with Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA, C10H16N2O8), and mixed with Portland Cement, and sand. The mixture is dried and pulverized, to produce individual particle sizes of between about 2-5 mm. The mixture is about 1 part organic fiber material, about 1 part EDTA, about 3 parts Portland Cement, and about 3 parts sand. This mixture is sold as the media itself or as filter kits for individual use or household use. The individual use kit comprises of a 1L bottle with a filter at the mouth. The household use kit consists of a pump, tank, and filter for which untreated water is fed through.

Product Schematics

Technical Support

Provided by manufacturer.

Replacement Components

None

Lifecycle

Unknown

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

Unknown

Vetted Performance Status

No testing has been completed

Safety

No known safety hazards.

Complementary Technical Systems

There are different systems available that utilize the Glanris medium. Larger systems for industrial and municipality use are available by contacting the manufacturer.

Academic Research and References

Compliance with regulations

As of 2020 the manufacturer is seeking certification of compliance with regulations.

Evaluation methods

Unknown

Other Information

Glanris is a joint venture partner of LifeQuest Corp.