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Bioculture for Pulp and Paper Mill Wastewater Treatment

BactaServe Pulp & Paper is a specialised microbial culture for treating wastewater generated by pulp and paper manufacturing processes. Its aerobic and facultative anaerobic microorganisms help break down organic materials such as lignin, cellulose, sizing agents, surfactants and fibrous solids.

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Supporting Biological Treatment of Pulp and Paper Mill Wastewater

Pulp and paper manufacturing generates wastewater containing a range of organic substances from pulping, paper production and associated processing operations. These may include lignin, cellulose, sizing agents, surfactants, fibrous solids and other process-related wastes, creating varied requirements for biological wastewater treatment.


BactaServe Pulp & Paper is a microbial formulation containing selected microorganisms for biological wastewater treatment plants receiving aqueous waste from pulp and paper manufacturing. Its blend of aerobic and facultative anaerobic microorganisms supports the breakdown of a broad range of substances found in pulp and paper wastewater.

Key Benefits of BactaServe Pulp & Paper

BactaServe Pulp & Paper supports biological treatment of wastewater generated during pulp and paper manufacturing.

  • Broad Organic Matter Degradation: Supports the breakdown of various substances present in pulp and paper wastewater.

  • Lignin and Cellulose Breakdown: Contains microorganisms selected for their ability to break down lignin, cellulose and other process-related materials.

  • Sizing Agent and Surfactant Treatment: Supports the biological degradation of suitable sizing agents and surfactants in wastewater.

  • Fibrous Waste Breakdown: Supports the treatment of fibrous solids and other organic waste from paper manufacturing.

  • Aerobic and Facultative Anaerobic Activity: Combines microorganisms suited to different biological processes within wastewater treatment.

  • System Performance Support: Regular maintenance application can help improve overall treatment system performance.

  • Operating Cost Management: Consistent application can support improved system performance and help reduce operating costs.

How BactaServe Pulp & Paper Works

Pulp and paper wastewater contains a mixture of organic materials whose composition depends on the manufacturing processes and materials used. Biological treatment relies on microorganisms capable of breaking down suitable constituents within this wastewater.


BactaServe Pulp & Paper combines selected aerobic and facultative anaerobic microorganisms chosen for their ability to degrade a broad range of substances associated with pulp and paper production. These include lignin, cellulose, sizing agents, surfactants, fibrous solids and other process-related wastes.


When used as part of a regular maintenance programme, the microbial formulation supports biological treatment activity and can help improve overall system performance.

Applications of BactaServe Pulp & Paper

BactaServe Pulp & Paper is designed for biological wastewater treatment plants receiving aqueous waste from pulp and paper manufacturing operations.


  • Pulp Manufacturing Wastewater: Supports biological treatment of wastewater generated during pulping operations.

  • Paper Manufacturing Effluent: For wastewater containing organic materials from paper production processes.

  • Lignin and Cellulose-Containing Wastewater: Supports the biological breakdown of suitable lignin- and cellulose-containing waste streams.

  • Sizing and Surfactant-Containing Effluent: For treatment systems receiving wastewater containing these process-related substances.

  • Fibrous Wastewater Streams: Supports biological treatment of wastewater containing fibrous solids and other manufacturing residues.

Microbial Composition and Treatment Activity

BactaServe Pulp & Paper contains a blend of selected microorganisms comprising:


  • Aerobic Microorganisms: Selected for their ability to break down suitable organic substances under oxygenated treatment conditions.

  • Facultative Anaerobic Microorganisms: Selected for their ability to function under suitable conditions with or without oxygen.


Together, these microbial groups support the biological treatment of wastewater containing the varied organic materials associated with pulp and paper manufacturing.

Dosage and Application Procedure

BactaServe Pulp & Paper is prepared by mixing the product with feed water before dosing. The required daily quantity depends on wastewater volume and organic load.


  • Preparation Ratio: Mix 1 kg of BactaServe Pulp & Paper in 20 litres of feed water. For larger quantities, mix 2 kg in 40 litres of feed water.

  • Mixing: Mix the product thoroughly with the feed water.

  • Application: Dose the prepared mixture according to the detailed dosage schedule.

  • Daily Quantity: Determine the required amount based on wastewater volume and organic load.


Regular maintenance application can support ongoing biological treatment performance. The dosing quantity should be appropriate for the wastewater being treated and the operating conditions of the system.

Important Application Considerations

Pulp and paper wastewater characteristics vary according to manufacturing processes, raw materials and production conditions. These differences should be considered when applying a microbial formulation.


  • Wastewater composition: Identify the major organic substances and process-related materials present in the effluent.

  • Organic loading: Consider wastewater volume and organic load when determining the daily quantity.

  • Treatment conditions: Account for the biological treatment process and its operating environment.

  • Regular maintenance: Maintain a suitable dosing schedule to support ongoing treatment performance.

  • System performance: Monitor relevant treatment parameters and operational trends to assess changes in performance.

Why Choose BactaServe Pulp & Paper?

BactaServe Pulp & Paper is an application-specific microbial formulation developed for biological wastewater treatment in the pulp and paper industry.


Industry-Specific Microbial Blend: Contains selected microorganisms suited to wastewater from pulp and paper manufacturing.

Multiple Organic Substrates: Supports the breakdown of lignin, cellulose, sizing agents, surfactants, fibrous solids and other process-related waste.

Combined Microbial Activity: Uses aerobic and facultative anaerobic microorganisms to support biological treatment.

Regular Maintenance Application: Designed for use in a maintenance programme to support overall system performance.

Practical Dosing Preparation: Uses a defined product-to-feed-water mixing ratio, with the daily quantity determined by wastewater volume and organic load.


BactaServe Pulp & Paper can be considered by pulp and paper facilities seeking microbial support for biological wastewater treatment and the breakdown of manufacturing-related organic waste.

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