Category: Biogas

Ammonia and Hydrogen Sulfide Control with Non-Active Biocatalysts

Anaerobic degradation of organics and solids is known to produce hydrogen sulfide, ammonia and methane gases.   Occurrence of anoxic conditions due to maldistribution of dissolved oxygen in aqueous systems is a major problem in wastewater treatment plants.

A new solution contemplates the use of Non-Active Biocatalysts as OrTec to  improve biodegradation rates of both aerobic and anaerobic bacterial cultures and to prevent the reduction of sulfate and/or nitrate to hydrogen sulfide and ammonia, respectively.

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Methane Enhancement Generation by Non-Active Biocatalysts

Biogas contains normally 55 – 65% Methane and 35 – 45% Carbon dioxide, with small amounts of H2S, N2, H2. These contaminants when burned, turn into the very corrosive Sulfuric Acid, which corrode the Combined Heat and Power (CHP) units used for power generation. Heat and odor arise because proteins are being denatured under extreme anaerobic conditions.

The use of a Non-Active Biocatalysts as OrTec in Landfills and Wastewater Treatment Plants increases Methane generation and at the same time upgrades the quality of the gas produced by inhibiting the formation of H2S. This in turn reduces corrosion and eliminates odor.

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