Activated sludge
ANALYSIS OF ACTIVE SLUDGE BY ADVANCED MICROSCOPY
Microbiological control to optimize the performance of your WWTP
The quality of activated sludge is crucial for the correct functioning of a wastewater treatment plant. Imbalances in the microbial population can cause serious operational problems: bulking, foaming, deflocculation or “pinpoint floc” that compromise the efficiency of the treatment.
Automated microscopy technology
Our laboratory has a state-of-the-art optical microscope equipped with:
- High resolution image capture system
- Motorized stage for complete sample sweeps and precise specimen positioning
- Specific image analysis software, both for individual images and for mosaic images constructed from sample scans
- Multiple observation techniques: bright field, phase contrast, interferential contrast, fluorescence and polarized light
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
- Automatic counting and classification of flocs and filaments
- Objective analysis of floccular structure according to morphometric parameters
- Identification of abundant filamentous microorganisms and proposal of corrective actions
- Specific identification of bioindicator microorganisms, protozoa, metazoans…
- Preparation of spot sample reports on the quality of activated sludge
- Preparation of monitoring sample reports on activated sludge quality
- High quality photographic documentation
Accurate diagnosis for effective decisions
Our reports include characterization of floc structure, identification of potential problems, and recommendations for optimization of the biological process.
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