Innovations in Rare Earth Recovery: The Work of Dr. Joseph Laurino Foremost Expert on Rare Earth Elements

Rare earth elements (REEs) are critical components in a variety of advanced technologies, including clean energy systems, electronics, and defense applications. Dr. Joe Laurino, founder and CEO of Periodic Products, Inc., has emerged as a leading expert in the field of rare earth recovery and processing. His groundbreaking work combines chemical innovation and sustainable practices to address the global demand for these vital materials.

Dr. Laurino’s approach focuses on utilizing advanced chelating polymers, particularly the patented Chelok® Polymer Technology, to efficiently extract and recover REEs from complex sources such as mine tailings, phosphate rock, and other industrial by-products. This method offers a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional mining, reducing waste and enhancing the efficiency of rare earth extraction from secondary sources​ Periodic Products.

A notable achievement is his development of systems capable of recovering REEs from Florida’s phosphate mining by-products. These materials, often regarded as waste, contain significant concentrations of rare earths. By leveraging selective polymer technologies, Dr. Laurino has demonstrated how these elements can be recovered and reused, contributing to both resource conservation and reduced environmental impact​ Periodic Products MDPI.

Under Dr. Laurino’s leadership, Periodic Products has not only pioneered innovations in REE recovery but also expanded its applications to metal remediation, water treatment, and industrial sustainability. His expertise is recognized worldwide, positioning him as a foremost authority in rare earth recovery and sustainable material sciences​ Periodic Products.

Dr. Laurino’s contributions continue to drive advancements in this critical field, helping to secure the supply of rare earth elements for future technologies while minimizing ecological footprints.

Periodic Products, Inc. to Present at the People, Planet, and Prosperity for a Sustainable Future Conference

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Periodic Products, Inc. to Present at the People, Planet,
and Prosperity for a Sustainable Future Conference, Honolulu Hawaii

 

SARASOTA, FL, June 1, 2023 – – Periodic Products, Inc., a
material science development company with technologies to provide a cleaner and
more energy-efficient global environment, today announced that Dr. Joseph
Laurino, the Company’s founder, and CEO will present at the People, Planet, and
Prosperity for a Sustainable Future Conference at Chaminade University of Honolulu,
June 11 -13, 2023.

The presentation, titled “The Impact of New Water Insoluble
Polymers on Resource Utilization,” will be given on Monday, June 12, 2023 and
will highlight the Company’s work in the areas of drinking water purification,
environmental remediation, and rare earth metal recovery.

About Periodic Products, Inc.

Periodic Products, Inc. is a material science technology
company committed to advancing a cleaner and safer global environment through
the application of responsible science and breakthrough chemical technologies.
Periodic Products manufactures a full range of environmentally friendly
swimming pool chemicals and water filtration products containing its patented
biodegradable polymer compounds and metal-polymer composite materials. The Company’s
Chelok® metal chelating technology permanently removes iron (rust),
copper, manganese, and other metals from swimming pools and spas; removes
metals from drinking water; removes and recovers metal contaminants from ground
and surface waters; and recovers rare earth metals from industrial and mining
waste products. For more information visit www.periodicproducts.com or contact David McLaren at dmclaren@periodicproducts.com or 941-952-3120.

 

 

Huba to Present at EUEC 2018

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Fort Lauderdale, FL – March 6, 2018

Zachary Huba, PhD, Associate Director–Research & Development for Periodic Products Inc., will be presenting at the 2018 Energy, Utility & Environment Conference (EUEC) in San Diego, CA.

Dr. Huber’s presentation, “Recovery of Rare Earth Metals from Coal Combustion Residuals,” will be given Wednesday, March 7, and will focus on results from industry applications of the Company’s proprietary technologies, including Chelok® and related polymers and processes.

The EUEC is the country’s largest event of its kind, with over 2,000 attendees representing the energy industry, utilities, environmental technology companies, renewable energy companies, and regulatory and climate policy experts.

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Periodic Products Announces Rare Earth Element Study Findings Published

Fort Lauderdale, FL – December 17, 2015

Periodic Products Inc. today announced that the results of its study on the extraction of rare earth elements from phosphates has been published by the Florida Industry and Phosphate Research Institute (FIPR).

The study, The Extraction and Recovery of Rare Earth Elements from Phosphate using PX-107 and Chelok Polymers, confirmed that the Company’s technology successfully recovers rare earth elements (REEs) from waste by-products produced during fertilizer manufacturing. The study demonstrated that the Company’s technology produced yields equal to those currently obtained from mining raw ore containing REEs, and further isolated two commercially important rare earth elements – neodymium and lanthanum – in high concentrations.

The study was co-funded by Periodic Products and FIPR, a scientific research center created by the Florida State Legislature. The results of the study are available on the FIPR website.

“We are pleased with the results of this initial study,” said Dr. Joseph Laurino, president and CEO of Periodic Products. “The study demonstrates our technology’s capacity to extract and recover these valuable rare earth metals.”

When fully implemented, the company’s technology could recover nearly 120,000 tons of rare earth metals – the current United States annual demand – according to Laurino.

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