April 4, 2013
Hitachi announces development of adsorbent capable of simultaneously removing 99% of radioactive cesium and strontium
Hitachi, Ltd. and Hitachi-GE Nuclear Energy, Ltd. today announced the joint development of an adsorbent that can simultaneously adsorb radioactive cesium and radioactive strontium dissolved in water. Developed for application to the treatment of retained water, including water containing radioactive substances generated at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, the adsorbent can simultaneously remove cesium (Cs) and strontium (Sr) at a high adsorption rate of 99% or better.
The Hitachi Group will take advantage of the characteristics of the newly developed adsorbent and other various adsorbents to provide customers with the ultimate solutions for treating a variety of contaminated water, including contamination by radioactive substances. Through such endeavors, the Hitachi Group remains committed to contributing to the settlement of the accident at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station and the reconstruction of the neighboring areas.
