Entries Tagged Activated Sludge System

Tucker Randles got his introduction to the clean-water professions as a kid. Now he’s a deputy plant superintendent with his eye on Ohio’s highest license.

In this wastewater microbiology spotlight, learn about stalked ciliates and how they function within wastewater treatment plant processes

A new testing method helps operators accurately document energy savings and secure and maximize incentives from electric utilities.

In this wastewater microbiology spotlight, learn about how Nitrobacter function in wastewater treatment systems

Maintaining your education is important, especially in a career that demands licensing exams. Prove you’re an expert operator by answering these questions and others from our Exam Study Guide Series.

The process is able to achieve 99.9 percent removal of nitrogen, helping to remove ammonia in wastewater

James Dean constantly finds ways to improve his plants’ performance and infuses team members with a passion for continuous improvement.

Experiencing a plant upset? Here are three go-to equations to help you pinpoint major activated sludge issues.

A high-rate wet weather treatment system enables an Ohio utility to conquer CSOs and meet its compliance deadline.

When the Athens (Alabama) Wastewater Treatment Plant came online in 2009, the staff faced a few training and startup challenges. Listen in as Virgil White, the plant's superintendent, explains how the staff maintains the new facility and learn what the city is doing to improve wastewater services.