Helping Industrial Operators Manage PFAS
Per‑ and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — often called “forever chemicals” — are a growing concern for industrial facilities, wastewater dischargers, and environmental managers due to their persistence, mobility, and increasingly stringent regulatory requirements. UCC Environmental offers engineered PFAS assessment and treatment solutions designed to help industrial operators address PFAS challenges with reliable technology, data‑driven planning, and operational confidence. Whether you need PFAS sampling support, pilot testing, or engineered treatment solutions, UCC is ready to help you understand and manage PFAS risks while maintaining compliance and operational continuity.
PFAS Services & Capabilities
PFAS Site Characterization & Sampling
- Comprehensive sampling strategies and analytical support to determine PFAS concentration and distribution in water, wastewater, and groundwater
Pilot Testing & Treatability Studies
- Field‑scale and bench‑scale testing to validate treatment performance and select optimal technologies for site‑specific PFAS removal
Engineered Treatment Solutions
- Custom design and integration of PFAS removal technologies to ensure effective treatment by adsorption or destruction — tailored to your specific project needs
System Deployment & Optimization
- From containerized treatment trains to engineered site installations, UCC supports PFAS system deployment, startup, and optimization for regulatory compliance
Regulatory Support & Compliance Planning
- Guidance on monitoring requirements, discharge limits, and compliance pathways as PFAS regulations evolve at federal and state levels
How UCC Can Help
PFAS compounds do not readily break down in the environment and are subject to emerging regulatory limits and monitoring programs. UCC’s PFAS solutions are built on technical expertise, proven treatment technologies, and an understanding of industrial water challenges — helping you:
- Assess PFAS risks and exposure pathways
- Select cost‑effective, scalable treatment strategies
- Support compliance with EPA and state regulatory requirements
- Integrate PFAS solutions into existing water and wastewater systems
Why Choose UCC for PFAS Solutions
- Technical Expertise: Deep experience in water treatment, pilot testing, and system integration
- Tailored Solutions: Site‑specific PFAS strategies based on characterization and treatability data
- Scalable Systems: From temporary mobile units to engineered permanent installations
- Regulatory Awareness: Support for evolving PFAS requirements and compliance planning
- Trusted Partner: Long‑standing relationships across heavy industry and utility sectors
Industries Facing PFAS Challenges
PFAS contamination affects a wide range of industries, including:
Manufacturing & Chemical Processing – Addressing PFAS in process water streams and wastewater prior to discharge
Power Generation – Managing PFAS in cooling tower blowdown and wastewater from industrial water systems
Mining & Metals – Treating PFAS‑affected groundwater and process effluent in complex site conditions
Oil & Gas – Responding to PFAS in produced water, surface water runoff, and wastewater
Municipal & Industrial Wastewater – Meeting monitoring and discharge requirements as PFAS regulations evolve
PFAS Treatment Technologies
UCC utilizes a range of treatment technologies — alone or in combination — to achieve effective PFAS removal and compliance outcomes:
Adsorptive Media Systems
- Engineered beds of granular or specialized adsorptive media designed to capture and retain PFAS compounds from affected water streams
Membrane Filtration & Concentration
- High-rejection separation processes, such as reverse osmosis (RO), to concentrate and remove PFAS from process and wastewater streams
Ion Exchange & Polishing Trains
- Selective ion exchange resins and downstream polishing steps to reliably reduce PFAS concentrations to required discharge or reuse limits
PFAS Destruction & Residuals Management
- Integration of destruction technologies and residuals management strategies—including thermal treatment, chemical destruction, or off-site disposal pathways—to address PFAS concentrates, spent media, and brines generated during treatment
Each solution is selected based on site goals, water chemistry, regulatory targets, and is supported by industry leading performance guarantees.
PFAS Frequently Asked Questions
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Let’s Get Started
Contact UCC to discuss your needs and explore solutions that align with your regulatory and operational goals.
