Manual on the Causes and Control of Activated Sludge Bulking, Foaming, and Other Solids Separation Problems

Using the science needed to understand and combat all types of activated sludge solids separation problems, the third edition of this flagship text provides a concise, comprehensive guide to all aspects of bulking and foaming control. Scientific theory is applied to real-world scenarios, greatly increasing the number of practical, demonstrable examples of successful control methods. New information is also included on filamentous organism growth and its application in the control of sludge bulking and foaming. The book also includes lab techniques, theoretical considerations, design and control methods, and numerous case histories.