BIOBOOSTER SR Poised To Save Millions In Sludge-Dredging Costs At WWTPs

Three years after their release, BIOBOOSTER SR sludge-digesting tablets have exceeded expectations! Bionetix International, a biosolutions company based in Canada, reports that a multi-month trial of BIOBOOSTER SR in wastewater lagoons demonstrated sludge volume reduction rates of 63%-70% with a strong return on investment (ROI) compared to conventional sludge removal methods. With mechanical sludge dredging frequently costing millions of dollars and severely interrupting wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) service, this simple but effective bioaugmentation solution is poised to transform the industry’s approach to sludge removal and save significant time and money in wastewater treatment and beyond.

BIOBOOSTER SR Success Story
The trial took place under the guidance of PR’eautech Instrumentation & Odeurs, an odor treatment specialist who supplied Bionetix BIOBOOSTER SR technology to a WWTP with two multi-cell aerated lagoon systems. The WWTP began applying regular doses of BIOBOOSTER SR to one of their ponds in 2022-2023 and observed a sludge removal rate of 70%, which they wanted to confirm with a second trial. In 2023-2024, two ponds underwent testing. One showed a 63% reduction in sludge volume and the other showed a 68% reduction in sludge volume, very similar to the initial trial. At a small fraction of the cost of mechanical sludge dredging, these results represented incredible ROI potential for other WWTP operators to take advantage of by following the same treatment regimen.

The Key to Better Wastewater/Aquaculture Lagoon Management
Packed with select microbial strains, nutrient cofactors, and enzymatic components, BIOBOOSTER SR delivers sludge digestion power to the bottom of the lagoon where it is needed most. These slow-release tablets facilitate the biodegradation of organic waste and biomass buildup under both aerobic and facultative/anaerobic conditions, measurably reducing sludge for improved treatment capacity. As sludge is eliminated, lagoon operators can expect sludge dredging operations to become less frequent, potentially saving millions of dollars on traditional sludge removal methods that interfere with wastewater treatment processes. The same benefits extend to aquaculture ponds, which require routine draining and cleaning to remove food waste and fecal matter buildup to support good health and avoid off-flavors.

A New Pathway to Sludge Removal
The remarkable success of BIOBOOSTER SR opens a new pathway to sludge removal that promises to help WWTP and aquaculture operators in every part of the globe. Bionetix is thrilled to be part of this breakthrough that only awaits greater awareness to transform the global approach to wastewater and aquaculture lagoon management. Contact Bionetix today to learn more about introducing this cost-saving innovation in a WWTP or aquaculture lagoon near you.

About Bionetix International
Bionetix International is a Canadian-based company that produces biological products used in thousands of field applications worldwide. We promote a healthy environment by providing superior, environmentally friendly alternatives to current treatment methods. Our customers are able to clean and remediate contaminated systems or boost agricultural productivity in a cost-effective, natural, and non-intrusive way through the application of our biological products. Headquartered in Quebec, Canada, Bionetix International is a subsidiary of Cortec Corporation. ISO 9001:2015 Certified.

About Cortec Corporation
Cortec Corporation is the global leader in innovative, environmentally responsible VpCI and MCI corrosion control technologies for Packaging, Metalworking, Construction, Electronics, Water Treatment, Oil & Gas, and other industries. Our relentless dedication to sustainability, quality, service, and support is unmatched in the industry. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, Cortec manufactures over 400 products distributed worldwide. ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. For more information, visit http://www.cortecvci.com.