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Paracoccus: Important organisms for denitrification and sulfide oxidation in wastewater treatment systems

by Erik Rumbaugh | Apr 22, 2025 | Uncategorized

When running Microbial Community Analysis tests wastewater treatment systems some organisms are seen at very high frequencies. Among them most interesting genera is Paracoccus. We see this organism in municipal, pulp & paper, food processing, and even...

Exploring Syntrophic Bacterial Relationships in Wastewater Treatment

by Erik Rumbaugh | Apr 7, 2025 | Uncategorized, Wastewater Microbiome, Wastewater Organisms

Biological wastewater relies on multiple microbial communities working together to break down pollutants and recycle nutrients. Among these microbial interactions, syntrophic relationships stand out as a cornerstone of efficient wastewater management. To understand a...

Understanding Nitrite Lock in Wastewater: A Disrupted Nitrification Process

by Erik Rumbaugh | Mar 19, 2025 | Uncategorized

Wastewater treatment is a carefully orchestrated process where microbial communities play a critical role in transforming harmful compounds into less hazardous forms. Among these transformations, nitrification—a two-step aerobic process—stands as a cornerstone of...

The Role of Filamentous Bacteria in Wastewater Treatment: Not All Bad

by Erik Rumbaugh | Feb 26, 2025 | Filamentous Bulking, Uncategorized, Wastewater Troubleshooting

When it comes to wastewater treatment, filamentous bacteria often get a bad rap. However, these microorganisms play a crucial role in the treatment process, especially when present in moderate numbers. Let’s dive into how filamentous bacteria contribute to...

Impact of Surfactants on Wastewater Treatment Plants

by Erik Rumbaugh | Feb 3, 2025 | Uncategorized, Wastewater Troubleshooting, Whitepaper

Surfactants, or surface-active agents, are among the most common chemcials used in both households and industrial facilities. Found in everything from personal care products to industrial cleaners, these chemical compounds reduce surface tension between two...

Differences in aeration system Oxygen Transfer Efficiency (OTE) and why it is important to wastewater treatment

by Erik Rumbaugh | Dec 10, 2024 | Uncategorized

For aerobic wastewater treatment systems, maintaining Dissolved Oxygen levels is key to efficient treatment. Operating a combination of blowers or surface aerators represents a significant use of energy/utility costs. Picking the correct aeration system and placement...
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