The function of oxygen in water and wastewater treatment processes.
Posted on : 21/Dec/2023 | By Team Gaztron
Oxygen, a vital gas abundantly found in nature, plays a crucial role in modern waste management practices. With its increasing industrial applications, oxygen is now utilized on a large scale in waste management procedures. By introducing oxygen into wastewater, it fosters the growth of bacteria and microorganisms, which thrive in these environments. These microorganisms efficiently break down dissolved waste materials, preventing the formation of harmful methane and hydrogen sulfide gases. This process, known as aeration, is highly effective in wastewater management.
Gaztron Engineering Pvt. Ltd offers an innovative oxygen generator capable of providing high-purity oxygen for water and wastewater treatment. Their advanced oxygen plant supplies up to 96% pure oxygen, enabling effective purification of wastewater. The use of oxygen in wastewater treatment yields numerous benefits, as outlined below:
- Elimination of foul odors from wastewater, resulting in a significantly improved smell.
- Removal of volatile organic chemicals such as benzene or methanol, enhancing water quality.
- Increase in the amount of dissolved oxygen within the water, supporting aquatic life.
- Elimination of dissolved ammonia from water, reducing toxicity levels.
- Reduction in water pollution, conforming to the NPDES permit limit.
- Prolonged lifespan of the water management system.
- Avoidance of extensive upgrades to meet permitted limits, thus saving costs.
- Accelerated recycling of purified water from the treatment plant.
- Decreased power consumption, leading to cost savings in operating the wastewater plant.
Gaztron Engineering specializes in tailoring onsite PSA oxygen plants to meet the specific requirements of their clients. The continuous supply of oxygen to the wastewater plant simplifies the water management process. Oxygen is easily delivered to the water tank through a pipeline, with the length of the pipe determined by the water level in the tank. This method of oxygen supply for water and wastewater treatment is significantly more cost-effective than purchasing oxygen cylinders for aeration purposes. Additionally, it eliminates the complexities associated with using intricate devices that require strict adherence to various criteria for oxygen transfer. Moreover, the use of pure oxygen in small doses is suitable for both primary and secondary wastewater treatment processes.