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Summer Ammonia Removal: Optimizing Warm-Weather Nitrification
Summer ammonia removal via nitrification is less of a challenge for lagoons than cold weather ammonia removal, as nitrifying bacteria are temperature sensitive and…
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The Hidden Costs of Replacing a Lagoon with a Mechanical Plant
When confronted with new effluent limits, many municipalities feel their only option is to scrap their otherwise adequate lagoon system and replace it with…
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Ammonia Case Study featured in TPO Magazine
Our ammonia case study of the NitrOx installation in De Soto, IA, is featured in the October 2021 issue of Treatment Plant Operator magazine!…
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Summer Lagoon Nitrification: Optimizing Warm-Weather Ammonia Removal
Nitrification is the most common way to biologically remove ammonia in wastewater lagoons. In this process, ammonia treatment occurs via bacteria already present in…
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Lagoon Microbiology: Heterotrophs vs. Autotrophs
Lagoon Microbiology: Meet Your Bugs is the first webinar presented by lagoon specialist Julie Hartwig. Julie knows her stuff: She has a BS in…
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Lagoon MBBR: Moving Bed Biofilm Reactors for Ammonia Removal
The lagoon MBBR, or moving bed biofilm reactor, is a proven technology for the removal of lagoon ammonia through biological nitrification. In this article,…
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Land Application of Lagoon Effluent: Pros and Cons
Land application is the most common disposal method for treated wastewater in the U.S., and is the preferred method in many states. Land applying…
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NitrOx Lagoon Nitrification Reactor Approved in Iowa
Due to the success of the pilot, the Iowa DNR has approved a full installation of Triplepoint's NitrOx® Process for lagoon nitrification in De…
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Removing Lagoon Ammonia: 6 Key Factors for Nitrification
Strategies for removing lagoon ammonia have become a hot topic over the past few years. Many state environmental agencies have been introducing new ammonia…
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Wastewater Lagoon Nutrients: The TL;DR of TMDL
In its effort to protect the health and safety of America’s waterways, the EPA and state environmental agencies have focused on limiting the amount…
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Say Hello to My Little Friend: The Tardigrade
The tardigrade, a ubiquitous creature familiar to wastewater professionals, is enjoying a moment in the spotlight. New York's American Museum of Natural History is showcasing…
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Sources & Treatment of Lagoon Ammonia
Sources of ammonia and nitrogen in lagoon effluentLagoon ammonia levels have become a concern for many municipalities, who must find ways to comply with…
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