PFAS treatment just got cheaper, faster, and
greener thanks to revolutionary innovation
Smart Sponge Quanta™

The launch of Smart Sponge Quanta™ reflects Abtech Industries’ mission to pioneer innovative water filtration media that empower communities, industries, and governments to achieve cleaner water, a healthier environment, and a more sustainable future for all.

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“This is the PFAS breakthrough the industry has been waiting for,” said Glenn Rink, CEO and Founder of Abtech Industries. “Smart Sponge Quanta™ achieves removal levels and operational simplicity that others simply can’t match. It’s not just better; it’s in a class of its own. And more importantly, it helps us deliver on our promise to make advanced water solutions accessible and impactful at every level of society.”

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Smart Sponge Quanta™ is a new patented class of adsorbent materials with superior efficiency, selectivity, and sustainability for one of the most challenging contaminants of the modern era: per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, better known as PFAS and commonly referred to as “forever chemicals.” It delivers unmatched PFAS removal, superior flow rates, and dramatically lower lifecycle costs in a scalable, sustainable platform. Key features include:

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• 5x Higher Flow Rate: Smart Sponge Quanta™ operates at a speed that is five times faster than traditional GAC and resin systems, which typically reach their maximum efficiency at much lower rates. This means it can handle significantly higher volumes of water in the same amount of time compared to these other systems.

• Ultra-Rapid PFAS Reduction: Proven to reduce super-concentrated PFAS levels to non-detect levels significantly faster than other systems. This means it operates much more efficiently, achieving results in a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods.

• No High-Pressure Systems Needed: Functions via gravity flow or low-pressure pumps, slashing energy costs and simplifying installation.

• Superior Efficiency: Engineered to target both long and short PFAS chains, this solution offers enhanced adsorption capacity, resulting in more effective PFAS removal with less media and reduced waste generation.

• Plug-and-Play Integration: Easily scales into existing systems with little to no retrofitting—cutting CAPEX by 35% and OPEX by 50% over the system lifecycle.

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Smart Sponge Quanta™ is built upon the foundation of the Smart Sponge® Water Filtration Platform, which is known for its adaptability and performance in various water treatment applications. From industrial discharge to groundwater remediation, municipal systems, and resource-constrained environments, Quanta™ delivers high-performance PFAS treatment where others fall short.

 

“Traditional PFAS treatments are costly and inefficient, often requiring additional steps to concentrate contaminants. Smart Sponge Quanta™ breaks this cycle by eliminating the biggest barriers—cost, complexity, and waste,” Rink added. “Smart Sponge Quanta™ is the future of PFAS treatment, and it’s here now.”

 

About Abtech Industries

Abtech Industries, a Verano Water Group Company, is a pioneer in water filtration solutions, delivering cutting-edge technologies—all manufactured in the USA—that address contamination with efficiency, scalability, and environmental responsibility. With Smart Sponge Quanta™, Abtech Industries cements its position at the forefront of PFAS remediation innovation, delivering solutions that outperform and outlast conventional systems. This new class absorbent material is backed by one issued patent and a second patent pending, reflecting its originality and advanced engineering.

 

Performance metrics on the timing of PFAS reduction, as described, are based on controlled testing environments. Actual performance may vary depending on the use case, conditions, and external factors.

For more information about Smart Sponge Quanta™, please visit www.abtechindustries.com.

 

Media Contact:

Kelly Douglas

Douglas & Yates, Inc kelly@douglasandyates.com

910-824-4624