RECO Filtration offers reliable and environmentally responsible activated carbon removal and recycling services designed for high-performance industrial applications. Whether you manage vapor-phase systems in a refinery or operate liquid-phase treatment in a food processing plant, our team ensures your spent media is safely removed, properly recycled or disposed of, and replaced with premium-grade carbon.
As part of our turnkey support model, RECO also provides expert carbon refilling services in Texas and surrounding regions. From waste characterization and packaging to documentation and media replacement, we help clients reduce waste, minimize downtime, and stay compliant with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
Full-Service Carbon Changeouts and Recycling Logistics
Our activated carbon removal and recycling services include everything from on-site carbon extraction to transportation and media replacement. We manage the entire process—safely and efficiently—so your team can focus on operations without disruption.
What’s Included:
- On-site media removal (vapor and liquid phase)
- DOT-compliant packaging and transport
- Waste profiling and documentation support
- Refilling with high-grade virgin or reactivated carbon
- System inspection and startup verification
RECO provides both one-time and recurring carbon changeout programs tailored to your equipment and process demands.
Why Industrial Carbon Recycling Matters
Spent carbon can contain hazardous materials, especially when used in applications like VOC adsorption or wastewater treatment. Proper disposal and recycling are essential for:
- Environmental compliance (EPA, TCEQ, and local agencies)
- Worker safety through proper handling and containment
- Operational efficiency via quick turnaround and clean startup
- Sustainability goals through reduced landfill waste and reactivation strategies
RECO partners with certified carbon reactivation facilities, helping our clients improve sustainability performance without sacrificing system efficiency.
Industries We Serve with Carbon Refilling Services in Texas and Beyond
From Houston industrial corridors to municipal treatment systems across the Gulf Coast, RECO supports a broad range of industries with dependable carbon refilling services in Texas:
- Airports: Odor control and stormwater filtration
- Oil & Gas: VOC and sulfur compound removal
- Water Treatment: TOC and PFAS filtration
- Food & Beverage: Product purification and wastewater odor control
We provide fast-response service and maintain a large inventory of carbon products to meet urgent system needs.
Safe, Compliant, and Documented Media Management
Our carbon media removal and recycling service is backed by rigorous quality control. We provide full documentation for all carbon changeouts, including:
- Spent carbon manifests
- Disposal or recycling certificates
- Media quality certifications (for replacement carbon)
- Compliance with RCRA, DOT, and other applicable regulations
We work with your environmental and safety teams to ensure every step of the process meets internal and external compliance requirements.
FAQs About Our Full-Cycle Carbon Refilling Services in Texas
RECO Filtration supports full-cycle carbon services, from removal and recycling to emergency changeouts. Below are answers to common questions about our carbon media handling and support capabilities.
What happens to the spent carbon after it’s removed?
Depending on the contaminant type, spent carbon is either thermally reactivated at a certified facility or safely disposed of according to environmental regulations.
Can RECO supply both removal and refilling services?
Yes. We handle the full changeout cycle, including media removal, disposal/recycling, and refilling with high-performance carbon.
How quickly can RECO respond to an emergency carbon changeout?
Our Texas-based team can often respond within 24–48 hours for critical service needs.
Schedule Your Media Life Analysis with RECO Today
Maximize your system’s performance—test before it fails. Contact RECO Filtration to schedule your media life analysis and take advantage of our full range of activated carbon testing services.
