by ebs | Nov 15, 2021 | Aerated Stabilization Basins
A Focus on Aerobic Treatment in Aerated Stabilization Basins (ASBs) There are 2 major types of systems used for wastewater treatment: aerobic and anaerobic systems. Each has different uses along with pros and cons. This particular article focuses on aerobic treatment....
by ebs | Nov 15, 2021 | Activated Sludge Systems, Aerated Stabilization Basins
A Focus on Anaerobic Treatment There are 2 major types of systems used for wastewater treatment: aerobic and anaerobic systems. Each has different uses along with pros and cons. This particular article focuses on anaerobic treatment. Aerobic treatment is the focus of...
by ebs | Dec 17, 2010 | Wastewater
Nitrogen, as ammonia, is a critical nutrient in biological wastewater treatment. It is utilized by bacteria to make proteins, including enzymes needed to break down food or BOD as well as in making energy. In activated sludge, the two primary symptoms of nutrient...
by ebs | Nov 18, 2010 | Aerated Stabilization Basins, Filamentous Bacteria Identification
Concern or Curiosity? Part 2 – Thiothrix and Type 021N Mike Foster, Principal Consultant – Environmental Business Specialists, LLCPaul Klopping, Principal Consultant – Callan & Brooks In part one of this series, we discussed the differences...
by ebs | Nov 18, 2010 | Aerated Stabilization Basins, Filamentous Bacteria Identification
Filamentous bulking has long been the bane of activated sludge operations. Biomass or sludge bulking is generally defined as mixed liquor with a Settled Volume Index (SVI) of >150 ml/g. However, sludge bulking does not definitively translate to a sludge bulking...
