Improved Oil Degradation Saves $120,000/Year at Petrochemical WWTP

BioRemove HC improved degradation of organics loading, resulting in a significant reduction of powdered activated carbon (PAC) use at a petrochemical wastewater facility.

Benefits

• PAC use reduced by 54%
• Effluent TSS reduced by 26%
• Effluent BOD below permitted levels

Application

The microbial community was evaluated to determine whether it could be enhanced to improve performance. BioRemove HC was recommended due to its blend of specially selected microorganisms with unique hydrocarbon degradation capabilities.

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BioRemove HC

BioRemove HC is the most effective biological solution for degrading hydrocarbons like alkanes, phenols, and aromatic compounds such as benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene (BTEX). BioRemove HC contains a combination of microorganisms that are specially blended for petroleum refining and petrochemical applications. BioRemove HC is also tolerant and effective in high-salinity wastewaters, which makes it a very versatile product.

• Improves effluent quality and plant stability through enhanced hydrocarbon degradation
• Lower operating costs by reducing permit violations for oil and grease
• Reduces hydrocarbon-related filament outbreaks and settling problems
• Simplify operations by improving system stability

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Results

PAC addition was gradually reduced as hydrocarbon removal increased. Through the addition of BioRemove HC, the microbial community was able to better handle incoming loads. The plant was ultimately able to reduce PAC use by 54% without adversely impacting effluent quality.

Conclusion

BioRemove HC was able to enhance the microbial community, improving hydrocarbon degradation and reducing PAC use. BioRemove HC resulted in:

• Lower operating costs
• Improved plant efficiency
• Simplified operations