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What qPCR Can Tell You About Your Wastewater System
What qPCR Can Tell You About Your Wastewater System Identify Critical Populations and Uncover Root Causes of System Upsets. by Deborah Lee, MS, Microbiologist Quantitative PCR (qPCR) is also sometimes called real-time PCR. This is PCR, which is a technique used to...
Lower Phosphorus Limits
Lower Phosphorus Limits What They Mean for Lagoon-Based Wastewater Treatment Across North America, regulatory agencies are tightening the screws on phosphorus discharge limits. Once considered a moderate concern, phosphorus is now a central compliance focus due to its...
Secret Life of Bugs: Stentors
The Secret Life of Bugs: Stentors Are They The Deadpool of Protozoa? by Natalie Walton, Aquafix Microscopist What can regenerate itself after being cut in half and is also known to have dinner ‘Family Style’? While the Marvel superhero Deadpool is a great guess, in...
Treating FOG Filaments Like Nocardia and Microthrix parvicella
Treating FOG Filaments Like Nocardia and Microthrix parvicella How Qwik-Zyme L and Foam Buster Target the Root Cause of FOG Filament Overgrowth Fats, oils, and greases (FOG) are found in all types of wastewater and sewage treatment facilities. FOG appears in the form...
Improving Water Testing Accuracy with Ion Chromatography
Improving Water Testing Accuracy with Ion Chromatography How IC is helping us provide more accurate, reliable, and insightful environmental solutions. by Melissa John, Research Scientist Ion chromatography (IC) is an analytical chemistry technique to analyze ions and...
Building Better Anaerobic Digester Studies
Building Better Anaerobic Digester Studies How our in-house pilot studies replicate field conditions to generate meaningful methane data. by Dan McKeaton, Senior Researcher and Anaerobic Specialist In a previous blog we discussed some of the pros and cons of BMP...
Secret Life of Bugs Swimming Ciliate Part 2
The Secret Life of Bugs: Swimming Ciliate Part II A fascinating and functional member of the microscopic ecosystemby Natalie Walton, Aquafix Microscopist Swimming ciliates are one of the more common types of protozoa found in wastewater. This is because they can be...
Aquafix University 2025: Microscopy for Filament Identification in Activated Sludge
Microscopy for Filament Identification in Activated Sludge by Saylor Gilbert Join Saylor Gilbert from Aquafix Laboratories as we dive into the world of microscopy in wastewater treatment. This webinar will guide you through the fundamentals of identifying problematic...
PFAS: Forever Chemicals, Real Problems
PFAS: Forever Chemicals, Real Problems Understand the sources, risks, and evolving technologies in the fight against forever chemicals in water treatment by Melissa John, Research Scientist PFAS, better known colloquially as “forever chemicals” or “persistent organic...
Maximizing Lagoon Performance Through Sludge Reduction
Maximizing Lagoon PerformanceThrough Sludge Reduction INDEPENDENT DATA COLLECTED AND SUBMITTED BY:Somerset, KY Summary This case study evaluates the financial viability andeffectiveness of Sludge RX in reducing sludge volumes andrestoring loading capacity in a...
Aquafix Wastewater University 2025: In-Depth Look at Use of Enzyme Products in Anaerobic Digestion
In-Depth Look at Use of Enzyme Products in Anaerobic Digestion by Dan McKeaton Join Dan McKeaton of Aquafix Laboratories for a deep dive into the essential role enzymes play in the anaerobic digestion process. This webinar explores how enzymes catalyze critical...
2024 Women of Wastewater
2024 Inspiring Woman of Wastewater Brandi Young Position: Plant Superintendent Company: Illinois Municipality Time in the Industry: 18 Years! “I was surprised then, and continue to be surprised at the wide variety of knowledge a wastewater operator must have. I know a...
Filament ID and Microanalysis Techniques Webinar
Filament ID and Microanalysis Techniques Webinar by Dalton McGowan and Saylor Gilbert Technical consultant Dalton McGowan and research scientist Saylor Gilbert cover everything you need to know to bring microscopy into your plant’s toolkit! Learn more about how...
Aquafix University 2024: Wastewater Misconceptions
Wastewater Misconceptions Webinar by Tyler Benz, Chris Grove, and Dalton McGowan Clear up confusion for the best ways to make sure your plant is running the best it can! Take this chance to learn about misconceptions surrounding foaming, midge flies, and toxicity,...