by ebs | Jun 6, 2025 | Cold weather, Nitrification
When temperatures drop, wastewater systems that typically run smoothly in warm weather can quickly unravel into compliance issues. Cold weather significantly slows biological activity—especially in nitrifying bacteria (nitrifiers), which are essential for carrying out...
by ebs | Nov 1, 2010 | Activated Sludge Systems, Aerated Stabilization Basins
In North America, there are predominantly two systems used to biologically treat industrial wastewater: the aerated stabilization basin (ASB or aerated lagoon) and the activated sludge system. These two systems have far more similarities than differences. Both pro...
