BIOBUG^® NB

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By utilizing selected strains of both Nitrosomonas spp. and Nitrobacter spp., it has been possible to adapt the bacterial cultures to function over a wider range of pH values than those normally encountered in the nitrifying population. Similar adaptation and selection techniques have been employed to increase the toxic threshold limiting concentrations of ammonia, nitrate, and nitrite which may inhibit the growth of these extremely sensitive microorganisms. BIOBUG^® NB series have demonstrated the ability to remove ammonia, nitrite and nitrate.

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Benefits of BIOBUG^® NB:

• Accelerate the establishment of nitrification in newly commissioned or seasonally operated plants.
• Assist in the maintenance of satisfactory nitrification in plants with a history of inconsistent performance.
• Provide a reseeding mechanism.
• Reseed when adverse biochemical conditions limit or stop nitrification.

Case History 1002

The data and observations indicate the treatment plant did not historically achieve nitrification on a regular basis.  BIOBUG^® NB reduces the frequency and levels of chemical spikes thereby enabling the nitrifier organisms to function at a lower inhibition level.  During the addition of BIOBUG^® NB to the treatment plant, the degree of nitrification increased significantly due to the reduced presence of inhibitory compounds and enhanced rate of nitrifier growth encouraged by the BIOBUG^® NB.

The performance of the plant during the addition of BIOBUG^® NB is better than previously experienced with respect to nitrification.

Case History 824

An Indiana municipal treatment facility treating approximately 2mgd lost the ability to remove ammonia due to a spill of toxic material.  This occurred in the middle of February, the worst time for recovering ammonia removal.  On February 18th they added 30 lbs. of BIOBUG^® NB directly to the aeration basin.  Within two days the treatment plant was in compliance for ammonia.