3 Tips To Prevent Sludge Bulking In Your Wastewater Treatment System

Sludge bulking is a common problem in wastewater treatment systems, particularly those operated by food and beverage manufacturers. Consider the high levels of organic compounds and varying nutrient loads found in the influent from, say, a meat processing plant.

This common scenario is a problem because sludge bulking will hamper the sedimentation process, leading to operational inefficiencies down the line.

Your team can prevent this problem, however, and you must. Getting out in front of any sludge bulking tendencies will improve the efficiency of the treatment process.