by Erik Rumbaugh | Jul 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
In the bustling microcosm of a wastewater treatment plant, bacteria don’t just float around aimlessly—they evolve, interact, and build structured communities that play critical roles in purification processes. Two major forms of bacterial aggregation dominate: flocs...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Jul 1, 2025 | Biological Nutrient Removal, Wastewater Troubleshooting
As the temperature rises during the summer months, wastewater treatment operators often face a hidden biological battle—Polyphosphate-Accumulating Organisms (PAO) versus Glycogen-Accumulating Organisms (GAO). In Enhanced Biological Phosphorus Removal (EBPR) systems,...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Jun 20, 2025 | Whitepaper
Both Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) and Granular Activated Sludge (GAS) systems are advanced wastewater treatment technologies that have increased biomass density than conventional activated sludge, their distinct operational principles lead to significant...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Jun 12, 2025 | Biological Nutrient Removal
Ammonia oxidation is a cornerstone of the global nitrogen cycle, traditionally attributed to a specialized group of chemoautotrophic bacteria. However, a fascinating and increasingly recognized process called heterotrophic nitrification is performed by a wide range of...
by Erik Rumbaugh | May 28, 2025 | Bioaugmentation, Soil Bioremediation
In the fight against environmental pollution, scientists and engineers continue to seek innovative ways to degrade toxic compounds that resist traditional biodegradation. Among nature’s unsung heroes, white rot fungi stand out as powerful biological agents capable of...
