Dedicated Research And Development
JTS Optimax ("JTSO") is a dedicated Research And Development arm within JTS. Over the past decade, it has designed and successfully patented technologies. The patents include the conversion of agricultural waste into Activated-char (“AC”), a soil conditioner that improves soil quality, reduce fertiliser use and produce electricity. JTSO remains focused in continuing Research And Development and expanding operations targeted at decarbonisation e.g., upcycling agricultural wastes and generation of renewable electricity.
 

Activated-char Products
Activated-char close up
Activated-char close up
 
Activated-char close up
Activated-char close up
 
Image 1: Electron imaging of Activated-char Showing pores
Image 1: Electron imaging of Activated-char Showing pores
 
Image 2: Zoom in view of pores from image 1
Image 2: Zoom in view of pores from image 1
 
Image 3: Zoom in image on singular pore area
Image 3: Zoom in image on singular pore area
 
Image 4: Electron imaging showing blue dots indicating the location of potassium (K) within the pores.
Image 4: Electron imaging showing blue dots indicating the location of potassium (K) within the pores.
 
JTS Optimax Biochar Physico - Chemical Analysis and Soil Enhancement Properties:
Mineral N (ammonium and nitrate) 1125mg/Kg (declaration)
Total P&K 0.748%P, 9.08%K (declaration)
Electrical Conductivity 1.341dS/m (declaration)
pH 9.33 (declaration)
Fixed Carbon 69.5% (declaration)
Ash 20.5% (declaration)
Moisture 8.8% (declaration)
Total Surface Area 250m2/g dry (declaration)
Butane Activity 3.7g/ 100g dry (declaration)
Liming 3.8%CaCO3
Carbonates 1.5%CaCO3
Bulk Density 208Kg/m3
H:C molar ratio 0.55-0.7
Moisture content 30%+/-
 
Activated-char 1 M3 Packaging
Activated-char 1 M3 Packaging
 
Activated-char 25kg Packaging
Activated-char 25kg Packaging
 
Activated-char
Activated-char
 

Case Studies & Testimonials
Existing Durian Plantation (Tangkak) Case Study  
The test site was located at a Durian plantation in Johor, which has over 40 years of durian farming where soil quality was observed to have deteoriated. It was further observed that trees in the plantation were infected with Kanker Batang (Phytophthora Palmivora). However, through a trial utilising JTSO's Activated-char products, healthy seedlings were discovered after 3 months. After 4 months, healthy tall plants are observed after 4 months.
 
Activated-char applied in radial trench, Oct 2019
Activated-char applied in radial trench, Oct 2019
 
Healthy seedlings after 3 months Activated-char trial
Healthy seedlings after 3 months Activated-char trial
 
Activated-char and fertilizer blended into the soil, giving a deeper color
Activated-char and fertiliser blended into the soil, giving a deeper colour
 
Local farmers at the plantion have commented that plants have a greater growth potential given positive plant and soil results. Additionally, the soil was observed to have a deeper colour given a blend of biochar and fertiliser into the soil.
 
New Durian Plantation Case Study  
Test site was located at a new Durian plantation in Johor, where the soil was previously used for Oil Palm planting. Nursery seedlings were planted and test with and without Activated-char. The soil quality observed before the experiment was well rested and maintained.
 
Durian Plantation surrounded by Oil Palm Plantation.
Durian Plantation surrounded by Oil Palm Plantation.
 
Activated-char delivered on 4th July 2019. Nursery seedlings delivered on 4th July 2019 (provided by plantation owner).   Activated-char delivered on 4th July 2019. Nursery seedlings delivered on 4th July 2019 (provided by plantation owner).
Activated-char delivered on 4th July 2019. Nursery seedlings delivered on 4th July 2019 (provided by plantation owner).
 
Activated-char applied on selected seedlings 27th July 2019.   Activated-char applied on selected seedlings 27th July 2019.
Activated-char applied on selected seedlings 27th July 2019.
 
Seedlings on 01/03/2020, applied with Activated-char grew larger than those without application as shown.
Seedlings on 01/03/2020, applied with Activated-char grew larger than those without application as shown.
 
Tomato Growth Field Test  
The test site was located in Japan, where a cultivation field test was conducted using mini tomato "Aiko" red and yellow varieties. The advantages of JTSO's Activated-char was reported by an independent third-party tester. The results received were highly positive including a good drainage effect, improved soil water retention, increased in the harvest and the sweetness of produce. It was discovered that this was due to a high buffering capacity by retaining soil nutrients and preventing excessive absorption of nitrogen which may lead to slower growth and fruiting of crops.
 
Two plots of land used, one applied with Activated-char, fertilizer applied equally for both.
Two plots of land used, one applied with Activated-char, fertiliser applied equally for both.
 
JTS Optimax Activated-char applied: beautiful leaves and many fruits formed.
JTS Optimax Activated-char applied: beautiful leaves and many fruits formed.
 
JTS Optimax Activated-char applied: more fruits produced, faster ripening and colouring. Sweetness level at 7.5, higher than Control.
JTS Optimax Activated-char applied: more fruits produced, faster ripening and colouring. Sweetness level at 7.5, higher than Control.
 
The test results of JTSO's Activated-char were concluded as proven improvement in fertiliser application ability, water permeability and air permeability. Further, Activated-char has shown effective beneficial microbial growth given its porous structure.