Eliminating Odors from Wastewater and Managing Sewage Treatment Plant Odors
Within any urban infrastructure, one of the crucial elements is the wastewater treatment plant. However, it emits unpleasant smells and odors which can be a nuisance to the public. Therefore, it is necessary to treat these odorous gases before they are released into the atmosphere. The area responsible for producing unpleasant smells at a wastewater treatment facility is comprised of the wastewater collection system and the sludge treatment area. The collection system consists of sewage channels, screening, grit removal, and a collection sump. The sludge treatment area includes a storage tank, a digester system, and equipment rooms for sludge dewatering. Most of the odors produced during the treatment process are a result of the anaerobic breakdown of organic matter. The main gases responsible for causing odors and requiring treatment at the facility are Hydrogen sulphide, Ammonia, Mercaptans, and VOCs. The release of these gases into the atmosphere without proper treatmen...