by Erik Rumbaugh | Nov 6, 2025 | Sludge, Wastewater Troubleshooting
As wastewater professionals, we’re all familiar with the activated sludge process—the backbone of many treatment plants. But one aspect that often flies under the radar until it causes issues is endogenous phase biomass, commonly referred to as “old...
by Erik Rumbaugh | May 21, 2025 | Bioaugmentation, Sludge
Managing manure in livestock operations is a complex challenge, with problems related to polluted water, odors, and decreased livestock health in enclosed areas. By introducing beneficial biological agents, producers can enhance manure liquefication in pull-pits,...
by Erik Rumbaugh | Feb 12, 2025 | Biomass Optimization, Filamentous Bulking, Sludge
In wastewater treatment plants, biomass solids is a byproduct of the treatment process. It consists of a mixture of organic and inorganic materials, microorganisms, and bound water. Over time, sludge can age and transform into what is known as “old...
by Aster Bio | May 29, 2024 | Sludge
You often hear that a biological treatment system is: Healthy In balance Stable Equilibrium Steady stateUnless your system receives a uniform influent at a constant flow in addition to other environmental variables not changing, a biological system is always changing...
