# MAR Systems Clean Snow: Ensuring Clean Water in Winter

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2014/03/mar-systems-clean-snow-ensuring-clean-water-in-winter/
- Published: 2014-03-29T23:56:11-04:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

## Snow’s Dirty Secret: How One Company Is Cleaning Up Winter’s Mess

Winter’s white blanket hides a dark truth. Beneath the pristine snow lurks a cocktail
of harmful metals. But fear not, eco-warriors! A groundbreaking study is melting
away our winter woes.

### The Hidden Hazards of Snow Removal

Picture this: You’re sipping hot cocoa, watching snowplows clear the streets. Cozy,
right? Think again. Those plows are pushing more than just snow. They’re moving 
a toxic soup of metals straight into our waterways.

### Enter the Clean-Up Crew: MAR Systems

Cue the superhero music! MAR Systems, an Ohio-based company, has stepped up to the
plate. Their secret weapon? Sorbster media. This isn’t your grandma’s water filter.
It’s a high-tech solution to a slippery problem.

#### The Three-Year Showdown: Sorbster vs. Snow Melt

For three long years, Sorbster media battled it out with snow melt wastewater. The
results? Nothing short of miraculous. This powerhouse performer removed a whopping
70-90% of harmful metals.

“We’re not just talking about a little improvement here,” says a MAR Systems spokesperson.
We’re seeing a real game-changer in water treatment technology.

### Breaking Down the Science

Let’s get nerdy for a moment. Sorbster media works its magic through a process called
adsorption. It’s like a magnet for metals, pulling them out of the water faster 
than you can say “winter wonderland.”

But here’s the kicker: It doesn’t just work on one or two metals. We’re talking 
about a whole periodic table of troublemakers:

Zinc? Zapped.

Copper? Captured.

Lead? Later, alligator.

#### Beyond the Snowbank: Wider Applications

Now, don’t think this is just about making snow angels worry-free. The implications
are huge. We’re looking at potential applications in:

 * Industrial wastewater treatment
 * Mining runoff management
 * Urban stormwater cleanup

#### The Road Ahead: Challenges and Opportunities

Sure, Sorbster media is making waves (clean ones, that is). But we’re not out of
the woods yet. Questions remain:

 * Can this technology be scaled up for larger operations?
 * What’s the cost compared to traditional methods?
 * How often does the media need to be replaced?

### The Bottom Line: A Cleaner, Greener Winter

As climate change throws us more curveballs, innovations like Sorbster media become
crucial. We’re not just talking about cleaner snow here. We’re talking about healthier
ecosystems, safer drinking water, and a more sustainable future.

So, the next time you see a snowplow, give a little cheer. Thanks to companies like
MAR Systems, that plowed snow might just be a little bit cleaner. And in the world
of environmental protection, every little bit counts.

Remember, folks: Just because it’s white doesn’t mean it’s right. But with a little
ingenuity and a lot of science, we’re turning winter’s waste into a cleaner tomorrow.

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(SOLON, Ohio) March 25, 2014

_The report will now be used to implement alternative wastewater management solutions
for ODOT’s 88 county and 132 outpost garages across the state._

![sorbster](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/sorbster.
jpg?resize=300%2C183&ssl=1)

 

 

 

 

To view the entire report, visit [MARSystemsinc.com](https://web.archive.org/web/20181103075646/http://marsystemsinc.com/).

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p style=”text-align: left;” align=”center”>**Source: MAR SYSTEMS, INC. **[www.marsystemsinc.com](https://web.archive.org/web/20181103075646/http://marsystemsinc.com/).

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