by Erik Rumbaugh | Dec 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
Cyanide is one of the most feared contaminants in the industrial world. Known primarily for its extreme toxicity to human and aquatic life, its presence in wastewater presents a significant technical and regulatory hurdle for plant operators. From mining to high-tech...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Dec 16, 2025 | Wastewater Monitoring, Wastewater Procedure, Wastewater Testing
When most people think of a wastewater treatment plant, they picture heavy machinery, massive concrete tanks, and complex piping. But the most important “technology” on-site isn’t made of steel—it’s alive. At its heart, wastewater treatment is a...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Dec 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
A diverse community of bacteria, archaea, protozoa, and fungi acts as a living, dynamic ecosystem responsible for several critical purification processes: Organic Compound Degradation: Various microbial groups specialize in breaking down different organic compounds...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Dec 1, 2025 | Anaerobic digester, Biomass Optimization, Wastewater Monitoring, Wastewater Procedure, Wastewater Troubleshooting
Biological wastewater treatment is powered by microorganisms. Just like us, these tiny workers need a balanced diet to stay healthy and perform their job—breaking down pollutants. Their diet consists of macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients, each playing a vital role in...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Nov 18, 2025 | Wastewater Troubleshooting
In biological wastewater treatment process efficiency relies on the health and stability of the microbial flocs— aggregates of bacteria, adsorbed organics, and inorganics. When these flocs break apart, a problem known as deflocculation occurs. This phenomenon is a...
