Aquafix Wastewater University
Presented by the Aquafix Laboratories team & Technical Consultants

Answering your science behind it questions and providing insight to
how and why our products work.

Providing in-the-field examples for how to best apply Aquafix products in your wastewater plant.
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2025 Wastewater Event Schedule
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In-depth Look at Use of Enzyme Products in Anaerobic DigestionPresented 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 metabolic steps, the impact of micronutrient availability, and when enzyme supplementation can enhance biogas yield. Gain insights from real-world case studies, pilot digester results, and current research that highlight both the potential and limitations of enzyme applications in wastewater systems. | |
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Microscopy for Filament Identification in Activated SludgePresented 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 filamentous bacteria in activated sludge. Learn about the morphology, staining techniques, and causes of various filament types, and discover how to use microscopy as a powerful diagnostic and preventative tool. | |
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Fats, Oils, and Greases In Anaerobic DigestionPresented by Dan McKeaton |
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Aquafix University – AerobicPresented by Saylor Gilbert |
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Aquafix University 2025: Microscopy for Filament Identification in Activated Sludge
Microscopy for Filament Identification in Activated Sludge by Saylor GilbertJoin 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...
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 McKeatonJoin 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...
Filament ID and Microanalysis Techniques Webinar
Filament ID and Microanalysis Techniques Webinar by Dalton McGowan and Saylor GilbertTechnical 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 to use...
Aquafix University 2024: Wastewater Misconceptions
Wastewater Misconceptions Webinar by Tyler Benz, Chris Grove, and Dalton McGowanClear 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, from...
Aquafix University 2024: Reducing Sludge & Improving Effluent in Lagoon Systems
Reducing Sludge & Improving Effluent in Lagoon Systems by Dan McKeaton and Tyler Benz Dive into the world of lagoon management with Reducing Sludge & Improving Effluent in Lagoon Systems Hosted by Dan McKeaton and Tyler Benz. Don't miss out on this invaluable...
Aquafix University 2024: Cold Weather Effects on Nitrification & Ammonia Removal
Cold Weather Effects on Nitrification & Ammonia Removal by Deborah Lee and Chris GroveIn this event, Lead Microbiologist and Nitrifier Expert, Deborah Lee, and Technical Consultant, Chris Grove, will answer audience questions relating to nitrification and ammonia...
Breaking Down Grease to Prevent Foaming Issues
Breaking Down Grease to Prevent Foaming Issues by Natalie Walton, Saylor Gilbert, & Tyler BenzIn this event, Natalie Walton, Microscopist, Saylor Gilbert, Research Scientist, and Tyler Benz, Technical Sales Consultant, will answer audience questions on why foaming...
Unlock the Future of Wastewater Nitrification
Unlock the Future of Wastewater Nitrification: Nitrifier Pro by Kevin Ripp, Dan McKeaton, & Deborah LeeNavigating the essential workings of wastewater treatment, from the many microbial interactions to the careful balance of chemical and biological processes,...
Digesting Feedstocks For Improved Biogas Production
Digesting Feedstocks For Improved Biogas Production by Kevin Ripp, Dan McKeaton, & Chris GroveIn this event, Kevin Ripp, Director of Science & Innovation, Dan McKeaton, Director of Wastewater Education, and Chris Grove, Technical Sales Consultant, will answer...
Recovering From Summertime Toxicity Issues
Recovering From Summertime Toxicity Issues Webinars by Dan McKeaton & Tyler Benz In this event, Lead Microscopist, Dan McKeaton, Director of Wastewater Education, and Tyler Benz, Technical Sales Consultant, will answer audience questions relating to summertime...
Filament ID & Microanalysis Techniques
Filament ID & Microanalysis Techniques by Natalie Walton, Saylor Gilbert, & Tyler BenzIn this event, Lead Microscopist, Natalie Walton, Research Scientist, Saylor Gilbert, and Technical Consultant, Tyler Benz, will answer audience questions relating to common...
New Methods for Biosolids & Lagoon Sludge Reduction
New Methods for Biosolids & Lagoon Sludge Reduction by Kevin Ripp, Deborah Lee, and Josh PoulinIn this event, President and Director of Science and Innovation, Kevin Ripp, Lead Microbiologist, Deborah Lee, and Technical Consultant, Josh Poulin, will answer audience...
Wastewater Training – Cold Weather Effects on Nitrification & Ammonia Removal
Cold Weather Effects on Nitrification & Ammonia Removal by Deborah Lee, Saylor Gilbert, and Tyler BenzIn this event, Lead Microbiologist and Nitrifier Expert, Deborah Lee, Research Scientist, Saylor Gilbert, and Technical Consultant, Tyler Benz, will answer...
Wastewater Training – Nocardioforms & Microthrix
Nocardioforms & Microthrix: Key Drivers & Control by Natalie Walton, Dan McKeaton and Chris GroveIn this event, Aquafix Director of Wastewater Education, Dan McKeaton, and Technical Consultant, Chris Grove, will answer audience questions relating to...
Webinar: Microscopic Basics in Practice
Microscopic Basics Part 2:Microanalysis in Practice by Dan McKeaton, Natalie Walton, and Tyler BenzIn this webinar, Aquafix Microscopist, Natalie Walton, Aquafix Chemist, Dan McKeaton, and Technical Consultant, Tyler Benz will answer audience questions relating to...
Webinar: Microscopic Basics in Theory
Microscopic Basics Part 1:Theory & Background by Natalie WaltonIn this webinar, Aquafix MIcroscopist, Natalie Walton will provide an overview of common microscopic evaluations, and what they mean.. For additional information or questions, please contact us at...
Webinar: Anaerobic Testing, Treatment & New Products
Keys to Anaerobic Digester Stability by Dan McKeatonIn this webinar, Aquafix Chemist, Dan McKeaton will discuss how to gain better volatile solids conversions, and experience fewer digester upsets. For additional information or questions, please contact us at...
Webinar: Better Fat, Oil, and Grease Control
Better Fat, Oil, and Grease Control by Dan McKeatonIn this webinar, Aquafix Chemist, Dan McKeaton will discuss how to help bacteria breakdown F.O.G. in lift stations and wastewater plants. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or...
Webinar: Unlock Nitrification & Remove Ammonia
In this webinar, Aquafix Nitrifier Specialist and Researcher, Michael Frett will discuss considerations for the best nitrification, and how to recover if nitrification is lost. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or...
Webinar: Nocardia and Microthrix – Key Drivers and Control
In this webinar, Aquafixt Director of Wastewater Education, Dan Mckeaton will cover how to overcome filaments by building good bacteria. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or training@teamaquafix.com.Timeline: 1:26 Overview 2:03...
Webinar: Microscopic Basics to Building Good Floc
In this webinar, Aquafix Microscopist, Natalie Walton will provide an overview on common microscopic evaluations, and what they mean. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or training@teamaquafix.com.Timeline: 00:31 Overview 1:00...
Webinar: The Truth About Bacterial and Enzyme Supplements
In this webinar, Aquafix Research and Development Chemist, Dan Mckeaton will discuss what these products are good for and what their limitations are. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or training@teamaquafix.com.Timeline: 00:13...
Webinar: Harmful Algae Blooms – What Drives Them
In this webinar, Aquafix Harmful Algae Expert, Michael Frett will discuss common Algae, harmful algae, and what drives them. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or training@teamaquafix.com.Timeline: 00:13 Introduction 02:27 Algae...
Webinar: Wastewater Midge Flies – Kill Them Dead
In this webinar, Aquafix Technical Director, John Dinneen will discuss how to eliminate this common wastewater pest. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or training@teamaquafix.com.Timeline: 00:07 Introduction 02:56 What are...
Webinar: The Pursuit of Better Grease Control
In this webinar, Aquafix Chemist, Dan McKeaton will discuss how to help bacteria breakdown grease in collection systems and wastewater plants. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or training@teamaquafix.com.Timeline: 00:07...
Webinar: Keys To Anaerobic Digester Stability
In this webinar, Aquafix Chemist, Dan McKeaton will discuss gaining better volatile solids conversions and fewer digester upsets. Learn how to prevent upset, recover from upsets and more! For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or...
Webinar: Unlock Nitrification & Remove Ammonia
In this webinar, Aquafix Nitrifier Specialist and Researcher, Michael Frett will discuss environmental parameters for nitrifier growth, ammonia uptake and toxicity recovery testing, and more. Learn about the best solutions for nitrification and more! For additional...
Webinar: Eliminating Foam Causing Filaments
In this webinar, Aquafix Technical Director, John Dinneen will dive into how you can eliminate foam causing filaments such as Microthrix and Nocardia in your plant. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or...
Webinar: Protozoa, Metazoa, and Building Good Floc
In this webinar, Aquafix Aquatic Biologist, Michael Frett will dive into common microscopic evaluations, and what they mean. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or training@teamaquafix.com.Timeline: 00:08 General Wastewater...
Webinar: Anaerobic Digester Stability
In this webinar, Aquafix Chemist, Dan Smeaton will discuss how to gain better volatile solid coversions, and experience fewer digester upsets. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or training@teamaquafix.com.Timeline: 00:35...
Webinar: Wastewater Lagoon Sludge Reduction
In this webinar, Aquafix Microbiologist, Deborah Lee will discuss lagoon sludge reduction in wastewater. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or training@teamaquafix.com.Timeline: 00:29 What is sludge? 04:55 Process of sludge...
Webinar: Eliminating Redworms and Midge Flies in Wastewater
In this webinar, Aquafix Techincal Service Manager, John Dinneen will discuss how to eliminate Redworms and Midgeflies from wastewater. Learn about our newest solutions to eliminating these common wastewater pests and more! For additional information or questions,...
2020 Webinar: Quat, Toxicity and Wastewater Treatment
In this toxicity webinar, Aquafix Director of Science and Innovation, Kevin Ripp, aka The Bugman, distinguishes fact, fiction, and the latest research on biocides like "Quat". Learn about our newest solutions to overcoming QAC toxicity and more! For additional...
2020 Webinar: Restoring Wastewater Nitrification
In this wastewater webinar, Aquafix Microbiologist, Deborah Lee, discusses her considerations for the best nitrification, and how to recover if nitrification is lost. For additional information or questions, please contact us at 888-757-9577 or...
2019 Webinar: Eliminating Foam Causing Filaments
In this wastewater webinar, Aquafix Technical Service Manager, John Dinneen discusses foam causing filament control in wastewater: information on proactive and reactive control, along with major filament types, including Microthrix Parvicella and Nocardia. For...
2019 Webinar: Wastewater Microbiology Basics
In this wastewater microbiology webinar, Aquafix Biologist, Michael Frett gives an overview of common microscopic evaluations, and what they mean. As well as a discussion of the origins of filaments in wastewater plants. For additional information or questions, please...
2019 Webinar: Anaerobic Digester Stability
In this anaerobic digester webinar, Aquafix chemist Dan Smeaton focuses on gaining better volatile solids conversion, and fewer digester upsets. Learn how to spot the signs of anaerobic upset, and how to recover from major issues. For additional information or...