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Advanced Nitrification

In Process Monitoring

In-Process Monitoring is a term we use to describe analysis that is utilized to

measure process performance but may not be part of our permit reporting

obligations. However, In-Process Monitoring is by no means less important than

permit monitoring reporting and compliance. In-Process Monitoring provides

insight to upstream performance, which contributes to our ability to measure

Efficiency of Removal.

Nitrification In-Process Monitoring could include, but not be limited to: F:M, pH,

Alkalinity, DO, OUR (Oxygen Uptake Rate) Temperature, MLSS, MLVSS,

Settleometer settling rate and SVI.

Though Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter are not easily viewed through a

microscope, the microscope will verify that the correct indicator organisms

(Stalked Ciliates) are dominating, indicating a healthy aerated community.

Note - Daily microscopic observation is essential for proactive process control.