Close-up of industrial adsorbent beads and extruded carbon pellets

INDUSTRIAL ADSORBENTS · FILTRATION MEDIA · GASES · UK

The specification
comes first.

H&H Process Materials sources and supplies industrial adsorbents, filtration media, process materials and gases for the UK market. Every quotation starts from your written specification and states the documentation, test methods and delivery terms behind it.

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THE H&H STANDARD

Part specification.
Part evidence.
All accountable.

01

Specification

Grade, particle size, performance criteria, packaging and test method defined before sourcing begins.

02

Evidence

Technical data, safety data, representative analysis, origin and packaging reviewed before commitment.

03

Delivery

Price in sterling, lead time, packing and delivery terms stated clearly in writing.

MOLECULAR SIEVES · ACTIVATED CARBON · PROCESS GASES · FILTER MEDIA · ION EXCHANGE · FOOD-GRADE GASES ·

01 / MEDIA

Adsorbents and filtration media

Molecular sieves, activated alumina and carbon, ion-exchange resin, filter aids, grinding and support media.

Eight material families →

02 / INDUSTRIAL GASES

Process and measurement gases

Oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, helium and certified calibration mixtures for water treatment, process engineering and instrumentation.

Industrial gases →

03 / CATERING GASES

Food-grade gases

Food-grade gases for aeration, dispense and packaging, quoted only against the specification and documentation for that use.

Catering gases →

01 / MATERIALS

Eight material families.
One disciplined process.

Grades, sizes and pack formats are listed below. Industrial and catering gases have dedicated sections below. If your requirement is not shown, send the specification and we will tell you plainly whether we can match it.

Showing 8 of 8 materials

Close-up of pale beige-grey molecular sieve beads

M-01

Molecular sieves

TYPES
3A, 4A and 13X beads
SIZES
3-5 mm; CMS 1.0-2.0 mm; Li-LSX 0.4-0.8 mm
USE
Compressed-air and gas drying, insulating glass, PSA nitrogen and oxygen

Drying Gas purification

Close-up of bright white activated alumina spheres

M-02

Activated alumina

TYPES
Standard spheres; permanganate-impregnated
SIZES
2.5-5.0 mm and 3-5 mm
PACK
25 kg PE-lined bags or 140 kg drums

Heatless and heated desiccant dryers, and control of odour and corrosive gases.

Drying Gas purification

Close-up of matte black extruded activated carbon pellets

M-03

Activated carbon

TYPES
Coconut-shell granular; coal-based extruded; impregnated
SIZES
8×30 mesh; 4 mm pellet
USE
Water treatment, air and gas purification, H₂S and odour control

Gas purification Water treatment

Close-up of translucent amber-gold ion-exchange resin beads

M-04

Ion-exchange resin

TYPES
Strong-acid cation, strong-base anion, mixed bed
PACK
25 litre bags
USE
Industrial water treatment, softening and deionisation

Water treatment

Close-up of orange indicating silica gel beads with a few turning green

M-05

Indicating silica gel

TYPES
Orange to green, cobalt-free
SIZES
2-5 mm and 3-5 mm beads
PACK
25 kg moisture-resistant bags

Transformer breathers and compressed-air drying.

Drying

Close-up of fine white diatomite filter aid powder

M-06

Filter aids

TYPES
Diatomite, including flux-calcined grades; perlite
SELECTION
Permeability matched to the filtration process
USE
Beer, wine, juice, edible oil and industrial filtration

Filtration

Close-up of small polished pale ceramic grinding beads

M-07

Grinding media

TYPES
Zirconium-silicate and yttria-stabilised zirconia beads
SIZES
0.6 mm to 1.6 mm
USE
Bead mills and wet dispersion in coatings, inks and pigments

Milling

Close-up of larger matte off-white ceramic support balls

M-08

Support media

TYPES
Inert ceramic balls, low alumina
SIZES
6 mm and larger
USE
Bed support in dryers, adsorbers and reactor vessels

Drying Gas purification

Food-contact, drinking-water and breathing-air applications are quoted only against the customer's written specification and the manufacturer's documentation for that use.

02 / INDUSTRIAL GASES

Process gases.
Specified for the application.

We investigate supply routes for water treatment, process engineering and measurement. Tell us the gas specification, quantity, frequency and delivery location. Supply is subject to a suitable manufacturer, documentation and delivery route being confirmed.

Water treatment facility

O₂

Oxygen

Biological wastewater treatment, aquaculture oxygenation and oxygen feed for ozone generators.

FOR
Water-treatment contractors, effluent plants and fish farms.
SPECIFY
Purity, flow demand and compatible delivery format.
Enquire about this gas →
Aerial water-treatment infrastructure

CO₂

Carbon dioxide

pH adjustment of alkaline water and remineralisation within engineered water-treatment systems.

FOR
Treatment-system installers, factories and water-treatment companies.
SPECIFY
Gas quality, process demand and delivery arrangements.
Enquire about this gas →
Process laboratory equipment

N₂

Nitrogen

Purging and inerting process equipment, pipelines and tanks.

FOR
Process engineers, chemical manufacturers and food producers.
SPECIFY
Purity, moisture limits, operating pressure and volume.
Enquire about this gas →
Laboratory glassware and analytical equipment

MIX

Certified calibration mixtures

Calibration and functional testing of gas detectors, emissions analysers and process instruments.

FOR
Instrument service companies, laboratories and plant operators.
SPECIFY
Exact components, concentrations, balance gas, uncertainty, traceability and expiry.
Enquire about this gas →
Engineer examining equipment in a workshop

He

Helium and leak-test mixtures

Tracer-gas leak testing of components, pressure systems and pipework.

FOR
Testing specialists and equipment manufacturers.
SPECIFY
Test method, purity or blend and detector compatibility.
Enquire about this gas →

Gas grade, purity and supply format are matched to the application. Availability and delivery coverage are confirmed in the quotation.

03 / FOOD & CATERING GASES

From cream preparation
to food production.

Food-grade gases and mixtures for professional catering, beverage dispensing and food processing. We source against the intended use, with grade, net contents, equipment compatibility and delivery terms confirmed before supply.

Cream desserts topped with fruit

N₂O

Food-grade nitrous oxide

Cream whipping and dessert aeration in compatible catering equipment.

FOR
Cake shops, dessert businesses, restaurants and caterers.
SPECIFY
Unflavoured E942 specification, net fill and valve compatibility.
Enquire about this gas →
Beverage dispense taps at a bar

CO₂

Food-grade carbon dioxide

Carbonating soft drinks and sparkling water, and dispensing suitable draught drinks.

FOR
Cafés, restaurants, pubs, bars and beverage producers.
SPECIFY
E290 specification, beverage system and cylinder connection.
Enquire about this gas →
Draught beer dispense taps

N₂ / CO₂

Beer and dispense gas mixtures

Draught beer and stout dispensing, with the blend matched to the drink and installation.

FOR
Pubs, bars, hotels and restaurants.
SPECIFY
Required nitrogen/CO₂ ratio, pressure and dispense equipment.
Enquire about this gas →
Roasted coffee beans

N₂

Food-grade nitrogen

Suitable beverage applications and oxygen displacement in food-production processes.

FOR
Beverage businesses, bakeries and food producers.
SPECIFY
E941 specification, application and delivery format.
Enquire about this gas →
Commercial food preparation and packaging

MAP

Food packaging mixtures

Modified-atmosphere packaging using product-specific nitrogen, CO₂ and, where appropriate, oxygen blends.

FOR
Prepared-meal producers, commercial bakeries and food manufacturers.
SPECIFY
Food type, packaging system and validated blend specification.
Enquire about this gas →
Ice cream and frozen dessert application

LN₂

Liquid nitrogen

Cryogenic freezing and chilling in suitable food-processing equipment.

FOR
Food manufacturers, specialist kitchens and commercial dessert producers.
SPECIFY
Suitable cryogenic vessel, consumption, trained handling and delivery access.
Enquire about this gas →

Liquid nitrogen requires specialist cryogenic delivery and suitable vented storage. Trained handling, ventilation and suitable protective equipment are essential. No liquid nitrogen may remain in food or drink when served.

Supply built around your requirement.

We source through manufacturers and specialist suppliers. We do not manufacture, blend or fill gases, and do not currently hold gas stock. Cylinder, exchange and cryogenic options are assessed individually, subject to availability and location.

Documentation before commitment.

We review the agreed gas specification, safety data, representative analysis and applicable container approval documents. For food use, the relevant food-grade specification is confirmed. Connection compatibility, storage, shelf life or mixture expiry and container return arrangements form part of the enquiry.

Send a gas specification →

04 / HOW WE WORK

Defined. Compared.
Verified.

A consistent sequence gives you a clear basis for technical and commercial comparison.

01

Define the requirement

We record the application, grade, particle size, performance criteria, packaging and the relevant test method.

02

Compare suitable routes

The same written requirement goes to suitable manufacturers and stockholders, so offers can be compared like for like.

03

Review the evidence

Technical data, a representative certificate of analysis, safety data, origin and packaging are reviewed before any commitment. Where performance is claimed, we ask for the test method and conditions.

04

Issue the quotation

Quantity, delivered price, lead time, validity, payment terms and any sample or trial is stated clearly in writing.

05 / COMPLIANCE

What every quotation
states.

No approximate quotations. If a requirement cannot be matched responsibly, we say so.

PRODUCT
Exact grade and specification, with the stated test method
DOCUMENTS
Technical data sheet, GB-format safety data sheet, representative certificate of analysis
ORIGIN
Manufacturer and country of origin
UK REACH
Position confirmed in writing before supply
PACKING
Pack size, pallet configuration and ISPM 15 status where relevant
PRICE
Delivered UK price in sterling, with VAT treatment stated
TERMS
Lead time, payment terms and quotation validity

06 / BEYOND THE PORTFOLIO

For requirements outside the portfolio.

Where you need a material we do not list, we can investigate suitable supply routes against a defined technical and commercial brief.

Discuss a requirement →

For manufacturers seeking a UK route.

We consider UK representation for established manufacturers that can show consistent quality, English-language documentation and credible technical support.

Manufacturer enquiries →

07 / THE COMPANY

A verifiable UK
trading company.

H&H Process Materials is a trading name of Holland & Holland Associates Limited, registered in England and Wales and based in Bristol. We are not a manufacturer. Our role is to define requirements, compare credible supply routes and review the technical and commercial information before quoting.

Where H&H supplies material, we are your UK point of contact from enquiry to delivery, with the commercial basis, documentation and delivery terms set out in writing.

DISCRETION AS STANDARD

Enquiries, specifications, volumes and prices are treated as confidential. Where a requirement must be discussed with a manufacturer, we share only what is necessary and do not identify your organisation without your agreement.

REGISTERED NAME
Holland & Holland Associates Limited
COMPANY NUMBER
04759022
JURISDICTION
England and Wales
REGISTERED OFFICE
253 North Road, Stoke Gifford, South Gloucestershire, BS34 8PW
WHATSAPP ONLY
07903 420045
PUBLIC REGISTER
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08 / ENQUIRE

Send the
specification.

Send whatever you have: a data sheet, a current product name, or simply the application. We will come back to you with questions or a written quotation.