At the heart of the Lotic system is a compact EC-AOP reactor that produces ozone on demand—an essential feature, given ozone’s short half-life of just 20 to 30 minutes. Once generated, ozone is injected directly into the reactor chamber along with the wastewater. Inside the reactor, the ozone comes into contact with a specialised electro-catalyst, triggering a series of advanced oxidation reactions.
These reactions convert the ozone into highly reactive species including hydroxyl radicals (•OH), atomic oxygen (O), and hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂). Each of these oxidants plays a unique role in attacking and breaking down complex organic contaminants, disrupting microbial structures, and reducing harmful compounds to their simplest forms. The process is designed to maximise the formation and interaction of these reactive species, creating a cascading oxidation chain reaction that drives rapid and efficient treatment.
By harnessing these powerful oxidants in a controlled environment, the EC-AOP system delivers superior degradation of pollutants with minimal chemical dosing and lower sludge volumes—making it ideal for industries seeking cleaner discharge, water reuse, or compliance with tight environmental regulations.
Known as the “detergent” of advanced oxidation, hydroxyl radicals are highly reactive and non-selective. They rapidly degrade stubborn pollutants like dyes, pharmaceuticals, and hydrocarbons—making the water safe for reuse or discharge.
This energetic oxygen species is generated during electrochemical reactions. It plays a key role in oxidising dissolved contaminants, contributing to the breakdown of persistent organic matter and boosting disinfection performance.
Produced in situ during the EC-AOP process, hydrogen peroxide acts as a secondary oxidant that works in synergy with ozone and radicals. It supports deeper oxidation and helps neutralise pathogens and odour-causing compounds.
Ozone is a powerful oxidant that reacts with a wide range of organic contaminants. In the EC-AOP process, it initiates oxidation by breaking down complex molecules into smaller, more manageable forms—boosting overall treatment effectiveness
Once inside the reactor, ozone interacts with the electro-catalytic surface to initiate the formation of hydroxyl radicals—the most powerful oxidant in advanced treatment processes. This chain reaction continues with the in-situ production of atomic oxygen and hydrogen peroxide, each playing a critical role in breaking down persistent contaminants. Together, these oxidants form a synergistic system that dismantles even the most challenging pollutants, from pathogens and hydrocarbons to dyes, heavy metals, and odour compounds.
This tightly controlled reaction environment ensures maximum oxidant activity exactly where it's needed—at the point of treatment. As the chain reaction unfolds, complex contaminants are broken down into simpler, harmless forms without the need for added chemicals. The process generates virtually no chemical waste, delivering a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable pathway to water reuse or compliant discharge.
LOTIC units generate fresh ozone on demand, directly on-site. This avoids degradation as ozone has a short half-life of just 20–30 minutes — and ensures maximum reactivity at the point of treatment. The ozone is then injected into the reactor along with the wastewater flow.
Inside the reactor, ozone collides with our electro-catalytic surface. The reaction produces hydroxyl radicals — nature’s most powerful “clean-up crew” — without adding chemicals.
Hydroxyl radicals, hydrogen peroxide and atomic oxygen now work together. They rip apart organics, pathogens, colour bodies, metals and odours, turning tough pollutants into simple molecules.
By the time water exits the EC-AOP reactor, complex contaminants are mineralised into H₂O, CO₂ and inert salts. Sludge volume is lower and no residual chemicals remain, ensuring regulatory confidence.