BioSOL sl36 - biopowercorp.co.za

K E L L N O R E I N T E R N A T I O N A L , L L C 8 7 2 8 T i e r r a A l e g r e D r i v e N E

A l b u q u e r q u e N M 8 7 1 2 2 U n i t e d S t a t e s o f A m e r i c a

Phone: +27 (0) 12 804 9907

July 8, 2014

To Whom It May Concern,

This letter is to confirm that BioSol SL36 is a sole source product that is proudly South African.

BioSol SL36 as a product is manufactured, sold and distributed exclusively by the Kellnore

International-Kellnore Construction-BioPower Corporation Group Joint Venture (hereafter the

“Kellnore-BioPower JV”).

BioSol SL36 is based on organic carbon-derived microbes, instead of being flora-based

BioSol SL36’s composition is unique and effective and can only be obtained from us

The synergy of the different phyla working in unison is so unique (environmentally

optimized), and is the reason why only 8% of bacteria die in the space of a year

Most of our bacteria are motile, therefor actively searching for organics to digest

Our bacteria remain dormant until a catalyst is added to activate them

Non-toxic to humans and animals, and completely environmentally friendly

BioSol SL36 through BioPower Corporation Group in conjunction with SABS is currently

establishing standards for Biological Wastewater Treatment Products for which no

standards exist in South Africa.

Kellnore-BioPower JV maintains all copyright and distribution privileges for the product, and the

product must be purchased directly from the venture. There are no agents or dealers

authorized to represent the product except those who received distribution rights directly from

Kellnore-BioPower JV. No single entity of Kellnore-BioPower JV has any right of sublicense to

make a competing product.

Kellnore-BioPower JV warrants that no other items or products are available for purchase that

would serve the same purpose or function using biological treatment, and there is only one price

for the above-named product because of exclusive distribution and marketing rights.

......................................

Pieter Germishuys

President: Kellnore International, LLC

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET: BIOSOL SL36

1. Material Safety Sheet

1.1. Ingredients / Identity Information

Hazardous Ingredients: None

Components: Viable bacterial cultures (largely water) (>5%)

Ingredients not precisely identified are non-hazardous & proprietary.

All chemical ingredients appear on the EPA TSCA inventory.

Values are not product specifications.

The above were added to a non-hazardous liquid organic media & microbial stimulant.

OSHA PEL: None

ACGIH TLV: N/A

Other Limits: None

% (Optional): N/A

1.2. Physical / Chemical Characteristics

Boiling Point: 100°C

Vapour Pressure & Density: Equivalent to water

Solubility in Water: 99%

Appearance & Odour: Brown/Black liquid, earthy odour

Specific Gravity: 1.04 approx.

Melting Point: N/A

Evaporation: N/D

HIMS: Health - 1

Fire - 0

Reactivity - 0

1.3. Fire & Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point: N/A

LEL: N/A

Extinguishing Media: None

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: N/D

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Not considered to be a fire hazard

Flammable Limits: N/A

UEL: N/A

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1.4. Reactivity Data

Stability: (Unstable/Stable): Stable under normal conditions

Conditions to Avoid: Strong acids or alkali compounds may

inactivate bio cultures

Incompatibility: Strong acids or alkali compounds (Materials

to Avoid)

Hazardous Decompositions: N/A

Hazardous Polymerisation: Will not occur

This is a non-toxic, non-pathogenic mixture in a liquid media

1.5. Health Hazard Data

Route of Entry: Will not occur

Inhalation: Prolonged contact may cause slight irritation

Ingestion: May cause sickness

Health Hazards (Acute & Chronic): None known

Carcinogen city: N/A

NTP: N/A

OSHA Regulated: N/A

1.6. Signs & Symptoms of Exposure:

Ingestion: No effect if ingested in small amounts. A

single dose of this product is rarely toxic by

ingestion. Irritation of the mouth, pharynx,

oesophagus & stomach can develop.

Eyes: This material may cause eye irritation.

Organisms used are non-pathogenic but can

cause infection when in contact with open

wounds & are susceptible to many commonly

used antibiotics.

Skin: Slight redness on hands & forearms if

individual has a history of dermal allergic

reactions. Dermatitis & skin sensitisation can

develop after repeated and/or prolonged

contact.

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1.7. Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:

May cause infection if in contact with open wounds.

1.8. Emergency & First Aid Procedures:

Ingestion: Call poison centre.

Eyes: Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes.

Seek medical attention if irritation persists.

Skin: Remove contaminated clothing & footwear.

Wash with soap & water.

2. Precautions For Safe Handling & Use

2.1. Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is Released or Spilled

Flush spilled material into sanitary or storm sewers.

Contain & collect large spills.

2.2. Waste Disposal Method:

Dispose of in accordance with federal, state & local regulations.

2.3. Precautions to be taken in Handling & Storing:

Minimize exposure in accordance with good hygiene practice. To maintain shelf life,

avoid prolonged exposure to high or low temperatures & humidity. Avoid temperatures

above 110 F (43.33°C) & keep from freezing.

2.4. Other Precautions:

Keep out of reach of children.

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ANNEXURE 1

BIOSOL SL36

DETAILED INFORMATION ON THE UNIQUENESS OF THE

ORGANIC MICROBIAL BLEND

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ANNEXURE 1

BIOSOL SL36

DETAILED INFORMATION ON THE UNIQUENESS

OF THE ORGANIC MICROBIAL BLEND

Produced by BioPower Corporation

141 Cresswell Road,

Weavind Park, Pretoria

South Africa

P.O. Box 937

Silverton

Pretoria, 0127

+27 (0) 12 804 9907

[email protected]

www.biopowercorp.co.za

Reg. Number: 2013/061017/07 VAT Number: 4420264162

Directors: T.Z. Phakathi, P.J.D. Germishuys, J.P. Ferreira

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. BIOSOL SL36 ................................................................................................................. 7

1.1. BioSol SL36 Benefits........................................................................................................ 8

1.2. BioSol SL36 Uniqueness .................................................................................................. 8

1.3. BioSol SL36 Classification and Properties ........................................................................ 9

1.4. BioSol SL36 Comparison with Other Products ................................................................ 11

1.5. BioSol SL36 Price as Compared to Competitors ............................................................. 12

1.6. Manufacturing of BioSol SL36 ....................................................................................... 13

2. CONTACT DETAILS FOR THE COMPANY ................................................................... 13

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1. BIOSOL SL36

BioSol SL36 is the natural bacteria-based product that BioPower Corporation uses to treat Pit

Latrines in rural areas, which includes households and schools, Wastewater Treatment Works

and Waste Stabilisation Ponds, as well as in the Flush-Tech Sanitation System DEWATS

System.

By applying 50 ml of product per 6 people into a single pit

latrine each week, or by applying it in 5 parts per million

ratios (dependent on the water quality) in Flush-Tech

Sanitation Systems, WWTWs and WSPs, BioSol SL36

removes odours as well as digests sludge to reduce the

waste level of the system.

BioSol SL36 works equally well in Waste Stabilisation- and

Activated Sludge Systems. In the normal Waste Stabilisation

Pond systems it works directly on the settled- and incoming

sludge, whereas in the Activated Sludge process it works as

follows:

The activated sludge process relies on the cultivation of a population of millions of

microorganisms of many different types, mostly aerobic and facultative heterotrophic

bacteria such as contained in BioSol SL36, being suspended in wastewater as it passes through

a reactor (aeration tank), as shown below:

This suspension, referred to as mixed liquor (or Mixed Liquor Suspended Solids, MLSS), is

supplied with oxygen and kept mixed by bubbling air through the aeration tank. As such, the

microorganisms in our product enhance naturally occurring microorganisms already present

in the primary effluent, specifically with strains of bacteria which have been optimised to

rapidly degrade faecal sludge material.

Following an adequate amount of

treatment time, the mixed liquor flows

from the aeration tank to a secondary

clarifier where the biomass is allowed to

settle out of the wastewater and the

effluent passes to the next treatment

step. The settled biomass is returned to

the treatment process to provide

microbial inoculation which will continue

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removing pollutants. More specifically, when BioSol SL36 is present during this sludge

digestion process (multiplication is at a rate of population doubling every 30 minutes up to the

point of equilibrium), subsequent multiplication of the microorganisms occurs with a bias in

favour of non-pathogenic bacteria or biomass for sustainable sludge breakdown. This also

results in the generation of compost, which can be used for cultivation purposes.

This returned biomass is referred to as Return Activated Sludge (RAS).

1.1. BioSol SL36 Benefits

The usage of BioSol SL36 ensures the following benefits:

Water Resource Management that more than complies with existing government

standards;

Odour control;

Disease control;

Human Waste Management through the biological digestion of sludge;

Improve the environment;

Living standards and general socio-economics in communities be uplifted and the

local economies boosted.

1.2. BioSol SL36 Uniqueness

Because of the uniqueness of the product, BioSol SL36, the only criteria to differentiate

this product from other products is the composition thereof.

BioSol SL36 is the natural bacteria-based product BioPower Corporation uses to treat

waste systems and breaks down organic waste in pit latrines and Wastewater

Treatment Works. BioSol SL36 is not a chemical based product but contains; organic

carbon and free lignin in a water-soluble form. Unlike other biological products, BioSol

SL36 is based on organic carbon-derived microbes instead of being enzyme/flora-

based.

It contains the following natural elements:

Organic carbon-derived microbes;

Cultured, environmentally optimised bacteria with specific abilities;

Naturally occurring nutrients that are specific to the bacteria;

Biologically treated organic liquid.

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BioSol SL36 digests all organic waste in the waste systems – reducing it to water,

Carbon Dioxide and mineral ash, eliminates odours and keeps it odour free. In

wastewater systems, the digestion process results in clean effluent, complying to such

a level that it is safe to use for gardening purposes, irrigation or re-flushing toilets and

does not contaminate ground water.

Most natural products on the market has limited bacterial groups / species and related

sub-strains, or are flora-based enzymes (Bacteria produces enzymes that performs a

specific function e.g. neutralises odours etc.). The effectiveness of an Organic Microbial

Blend depends on the number and type of bacterial strains inside the blend.

1.3. BioSol SL36 Classification and Properties

The potential risks associated with the carcinogenic effects of chemical products such

as formaldehyde are non-existent when using the BioSol SL36 organic product. To

understand the uniqueness of BioSol SL36 we can summarise the following:

Classification, evaluation, analysis and preparation was done by the following

institutions:

o Centre for Micro Ecology and Genomics – UP-TUKS (South Africa)

o SANAS Accredited Testing Laboratory T0391 – Waterlab (South Africa)

o SABS – Project Proposal and Registration (South Africa)

o Searchgate – Aquaculture toxicity analysis (Nigeria)

o Agricultural Services Laboratory – USDA University of Georgia (United States)

o Water Research Commission (WRC) - Sanitation Innovation Challenge

The following should be noted:

o Complete Phylogenetic analysis has been done (results available);

o Biomonitoring analysis was done (results available);

o Analysis and compliance by SANAS Accredited Testing Laboratory No T0391;

o Until recently, no SABS standard on biological (as opposed to enzyme-based)

sanitation products existed in South Africa. SABS, in conjunction with

BioPower, CSIR and other external stakeholders have already established a

task team to standardise the biological sanitation process in 2016/2017. The

standard (SANS 1781) was first published in August 2018. This ensures that

BioSol SL36 is at the forefront of the field, as it should be.

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The character attributes of BioSol SL36 that defines, and distinguishes this dominant

product from any other imitator in the world is as follows:

The product’s waste digestion capabilities set it in a class apart, ensuring quality

standards that exceed any expectation;

Phylogenetic characteristics and analysis ensure that the product has no harmful

substances and is completely safe for human and animal exposure;

Being environmentally friendly, BioSol SL36 does not harm the environment, but

boosts the bacterial cultures already found in waterways and dams;

The composition of BioSol SL36 is a closely guarded secret, ensuring that no

imitation can reach the effectiveness of the product itself;

The organic carbon-derived microbial ingredient in BioSol SL36 ensures the

removal of odours from any waste system within a very short period of time;

BioSol SL36 is extremely heterogeneous, with 36 genera (represented by

approximately 182 bacterial species) in 4 dominant groups namely:

o Proteobacteria

o Bacteriodetes

o Tenericutes

o Firmicutes

The above-mentioned organisms create the most efficient, non-toxic and

environmentally friendly organic sanitation product available - BioSol SL36.

BioSol SL36 was analysed in detail, in the following categories:

o Acute Toxicity

o Volatile Organic Compounds (via TCLP method)

o Base/Neutral/Acid Semi-Volatiles

o Pesticides (via TCLP method)

o Metals (via TCLP method)

BioSol SL36 was found to be completely within accepted limits for all the above tests,

in most cases well below (<10%) the accepted international standards.

Through development in the last 8 years looking for the most efficient and cost

effective organic product we encountered the following issues:

Very few strains of bacteria remove odours

Most natural products are enzymes and are quickly depleted

Most products need high volumes applied before any results are visible

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Most bacteria only digest certain waste elements

Some bacteria degrade randomly making them ineffective

Some bacteria are in competition and destroy one another

The above is the reason why BioSol SL36 is such a unique product:

BioSol SL36 is based on organic carbon-derived microbes, instead of being

enzyme/flora-based

The bacterial composition is unique and can only be obtained from us

The synergy of the different phyla working in unison is so unique, and is the reason

why only 8% of bacteria die in the space of a year

Most of the bacteria are motile, therefor actively searching for organics to digest –

this effectively outperforms pathogens ensuring much safer water

The bacteria remain dormant until a catalyst is added to activate them

Non-toxic to humans and animals, and completely environmentally friendly

BioSol SL 36 has been tested and/or analysed by the following institutions:

UNISA (South Africa)

UP-TUKS (South Africa)

SABS (South Africa)

SANAS (South Africa)

Searchgate (Nigeria)

EPA (United States)

1.4. BioSol SL36 Comparison with Other Products

Though the number of bacterial species is important regarding the effectiveness of a

microbial blend, even more important is the combination of species and related

subspecies. Bacteria in the BioSol SL 36 blend have been tailored to ensure the most

efficient and effective digestion process of faecal- and other related sludge material.

The fact that BioSol SL36 stays dormant until a catalyst is added, coupled with the fact

that only 8% of bacteria expire in a 12-month period, means that this product is

extremely effective.

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Advantages/Disadvantages of BioSol SL36

Advantages Disadvantages

- Non–toxic for humans and animals

- Not chemically based

- Environmentally friendly

- Extremely effective at sludge reduction

- Extremely effective at odour removal

- Well priced for a product with all these

advantages

- Replaces any wastewater treatment chemicals

and deodorisers

- When other chemicals are used in conjunction

with BioSol SL36, the effectiveness of the

product would be reduced.

Advantages/Disadvantages of Enzymes


- Generally non-toxic for humans/ animals

- Not chemically based

- Environmentally friendly

- Quite effective at some sludge reduction

- Enzymes need to be replenished continuously

- Generally, doesn’t remove odours

- Is usually suited to only remove a certain type

of substance in the waste

- Higher dosages needed, increasing the price

for optimal effectiveness

Advantages/Disadvantages of Acid-based Products and Chemicals


- Can be effective at disinfecting waste

- Removes smells by odour masking

- Cost effective in the short run

- Most contain formaldehyde

- Extremely toxic to humans/animals

- Can cause cancer

- Can cause birth defects

- Chemically based

- Damages the environment

- Destroys healthy natural bacterial cultures

- Costly when taken to account the damage

done to WWTW’s

1.5. BioSol SL36 Price as Compared to Competitors

It is difficult to compare prices with other products as BioSol SL36 is a unique product

and not generally marketed in store. No other products tested have been fully natural,

and formaldehyde-containing chemicals and acids can’t be compared at all.

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Effectiveness: Not only is BioSol SL36 the most effective, but also the most cost

efficient organic product in the biological sanitation field. BioPower

Corporation is the only company manufacturing and distributing BioSol

SL36, and no other product on the market is as effective. We are

confident that the product is superior to any other on the global stage.

In 2009, the product was marketed at certain agri-institutions including

co-ops. These companies currently demand a return of the product to

their shelves due to an influx of requests.

Sustainability: This product makes any biological sanitation treatment sustainable in

the long run. There have been biological waste water treatment

products on the market in the past (early 2000’s) but due to their

ineffectiveness they have gone out of circulation.

Availability: Any quantity up to 2 million litres per month can be supplied, keeping in

mind a waiting period of 3 to 4 weeks due to the high demand and the

rigors of the growth of the bacteria.

Toxicity: Due to BioSol SL36 being completely non-toxic to both people and the

environment, no other product can compare to this peace of mind.

1.6. Manufacturing of BioSol SL36

7% organic imported through BioPower Corporation

Blending and mixing done locally in South Africa.

2. CONTACT DETAILS FOR THE COMPANY

HEAD OFFICE:

BIOPOWER CORPORATION (ARC PREMISES)

141 CRESSWELL ROAD

WEAVIND PARK

0184

TELEPHONE: 012 804 9907

FAX: 086 543 6707

EMAIL: [email protected]

WEBSITE: www.biopowercorp.co.za

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Statement by BioPower Corporation Group

THE BIOSOL SL36 SUCCESS STORY

Developed in 2008 by our environmental specialists,

BioSol SL36 is a unique natural non-toxic product in our

treatment solutions for any water and sanitation

challenge. BioSol SL36 is 100% natural and was analysed

by SANAS accredited laboratories, and approved by the

Environmental Protection Agency (USA). We guarantee

that our product will resolve any sanitation challenges

and address law requirements in the sanitation

environment.

BioSol SL36 is an environmentally friendly, non-toxic

product which will benefit all households, farmers,

municipalities, industries, businesses, etc.

Become independent of hazardous chemicals and

become part of a sustainable, workable solution to save

our precious planet – BioSol SL36 solves today’s

challenges with tomorrow’s technology.

………………………………..

Pieter Germishuys

Analysed by a SANAS

accredited laboratory

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