Centrisys/CNP, a leading North American manufacturer of decanter centrifuges and advanced biosolids treatment technologies, has announced its 2025 webcast series. This four-part educational series is designed to equip wastewater professionals with practical insights to make informed decisions around implementing and optimizing thermal hydrolysis process (THP) systems.
Each webcast will be led by Michael Kopper, founder and CEO of Centrisys, and Gerhard Forstner, president of CNP, and will explore key aspects of THP integration from hidden costs and pretreatment to system comparisons and post-THP dewatering strategies.
Webcast schedule
Webcast 1: Hidden Costs in the Complete Thermal Hydrolysis Implementation will be held Wednesday, April 30 at noon Central Time. Uncover the unexpected costs that impact long-term THP success. This kickoff session will examine:
- Infrastructure modifications for high-pressure, high-temperature systems
- Energy usage implications for plant operations
- Maintenance demands of heat exchangers, pumps and valves
- Staffing and training requirements
This webcast helps attendees assess if THP fits their facility’s unique needs and financial goals.
Webcast 2: Pretreatment for THP, Effective Sludge Thickening will be held Wednesday, June 11, at noon Central Time. Explore the role of optimized sludge thickening in THP performance. Key topics include:
- Achieving optimal feed solids
- Reducing polymer and pretreatment costs
- Integration best practices to avoid cost escalations
Webcast 3: Inside THP Technologies, Comparing Systems & Hidden Challenges will be held Wednesday, Aug. 13, at noon Central Time. Compare steam-based versus chemical-based THP systems with insights on:
- Maintenance, energy consumption and polymer demands
- Downtime frequency and its operational impact
- Technology matching based on plant-specific conditions
Webcast 4: Post-THP Dewatering: Practical Efficiency Improvements will be held Wednesday, Sept. 17, at noon Central Time. Learn how THP impacts dewatering performance and how to adapt processes accordingly. Topics include:
- Managing polymer demand and improving cake dryness
- Equipment performance with THP-treated sludge
- A case study on optimization success at Kenosha Water Utility
“These sessions are designed to give utility and wastewater treatment facility operators and engineers the full picture of THP — what works, what’s often overlooked and how to optimize each stage for better results,” says Kopper. “From planning through post-digestion, we’ll provide practical guidance you can act on right away.”
This free, interactive series is ideal for wastewater professionals considering or currently managing THP systems as part of their biosolids strategy. For more information and to register, visit centrisys-cnp.com.
