Intellectual Property
Our strong foundation of intellectual property includes U.S. Patent No. RE40448, European Union Patent No. EP 1 315 675 and several other pending international patents for the use of emulsified oils for groundwater bioremediation. Information about our science, performance, ease of use, cost effectiveness and on-site success has been validated by the research arm of the U.S. Department of Defense, documented in numerous papers and published in more than 100 scientific publications, making our products the most-tested, researched and accredited options available.
Patent Information
The use of emulsified oils, EOS®, for groundwater bioremediation is a significant advancement in the treatment of groundwater contaminated with chlorinated solvents, energetic materials, oxidized heavy metals, and radionuclides. The proven EOS® Technology substantially reduces the cost to restore contaminated aquifers. EOS Remediation is the only company licensed by Solutions-IES to apply this innovative and effective process under U.S. Patent No. RE40448 and European Union Patent No. EP 1 315 675. Please note that the unlicensed use of emulsified oils for groundwater bioremediation as claimed in these patents may constitute infringement. Even if subsequent patents are awarded for the use or manufacture of emulsified oils for bioremediation, royalties may need to be paid to the primary patent holder. If you have questions regarding these issues, please call Solutions-IES at 919.873.1060.
Copies of the patents may be downloaded.
