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Scheduled Work at Carus Manufacturing Site
We want to inform our neighbors and the public about the scheduled work taking place at our manufacturing site in LaSalle on Wednesday, January 22nd. This work is expected to involve considerable noise near the eastern and southeastern portion of the property and will take approximately 8 hours to complete. To minimize disruption to our community, all work will be performed …
Building a Safer, Greener Future: Carus Rebuild Project Completion
At Carus, safety and sustainability have always been at the core of our values, and our recently completed Rebuild Project, impacting our potassium permanganate production, is the latest demonstration of these commitments. Following the fire that occurred on January 11, 2023, which impacted our community, neighbors, warehouse and packaging facilities, we took the opportunity to …
Cold Weather Advisory: Ensuring Safe and Reliable Product Deliveries
As winter sets in across the northern hemisphere, Carus would like to remind our customers of the potential challenges cold weather can pose for shipping certain freeze-sensitive products. Prolonged periods of freezing temperatures may impact the transportation of the following products: Sodium Permanganate Products Phosphate Products To help ensure your orders arrive on time and …
Discover Manufacturing Career Expo 2024: Inspiring the Next Generation at Carus
As part of Manufacturing Month, Carus proudly participated in the 10th annual Discover Manufacturing Career Expo on October 15th, hosting high school students from LP and La Moille High Schools at our LaSalle manufacturing site. In collaboration with the North Central Regional Betterment Coalition (NCRBC) and Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC), this event connected students …
Celebrating Manufacturing Month: Carus Hosts Stop on IMA’s and IMEC’s “Makers on the Move” Tour
Table of Contents We had a fantastic time hosting a stop on the “Makers on the Move” tour yesterday! This event provided a wonderful opportunity to connect with industry partners and showcase our commitment to creating solutions that clean water, air, and soil. At Carus, our mission is simple but impactful: we manufacture chemicals that …
Innovative Water Treatment Solutions for Mining Operations
Table of Contents As global mineral production continues to rise, the demand for sustainable and effective water treatment solutions has never been greater. Mining operations, whether exploring new deposits or remediating old sites, require billions of gallons of water each year. This process generates a substantial volume of contaminated water that must be treated before …
Contaminant Removal from Mining-Influenced Wastewater Using Permanganate Oxidation
Join Us for an Informative Webinar In this informative session, Lyndon Berwick, Field Technical Service Representative at Carus, will delve into the intricacies of improving wastewater quality through permanganate oxidation. DATE: September 12, 2024TIME: 12pm-1pm CDT SAVE YOUR SEAT! Key Topics Include: Permanganate Dosage and Demand: Understanding the optimal levels for effective treatment. Coagulant and Flocculant …
Lead & Copper Rule Revisions and Compliance
Join Us for an Informative Webinar This informative session is designed to help water utilities understand and comply with the latest updates to the Lead and Copper Rule (LCRR). DATE: August 22, 2024TIME: 12pm-1pm CDT SAVE YOUR SEAT! What You’ll Learn: This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions …
Carus Summer Science Camp Celebrates 22 Years of Inspiring Young Scientists
Today, Carus Summer Science Camp concluded with an informal graduation ceremony at Saint Bede Academy. Marking its 22nd year, the camp has offered a free, enriching experience to over 625 local students entering the sixth grade since its inception in 2001. Directed by Dan Fitzpatrick of Saint Bede Academy, with assistance from Angelique Depenbrock of …