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NutriServe BOD Enhancer for Wastewater Treatment Plant Commissioning

NutriServe BOD Enhancer is a water-soluble powder formulation designed to supplement the BOD load in organically deficient wastewater. It supports bacterial growth, acclimatisation and MLSS development during ETP and STP commissioning, while helping stabilise shock loads.

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Supporting Biological Growth in Low-BOD Wastewater

Wastewater with insufficient biodegradable organic matter may not provide the organic loading required to establish biological treatment during plant commissioning. NutriServe BOD Enhancer is designed to supplement this load when additional BOD is required to support the development of an active microbial population in ETP and STP systems.

Product Specifications

Parameter

Specification

Product type

BOD-enhancing powder

Appearance

Off-white or pale yellow

Physical state

Powder

Odour

Odourless to mild protein smell

Moisture content

7 to 8%

Solubility

Approximately 95% water soluble

Temperature range

5°C to 45°C

Active ingredients

95 to 98%

BOD contribution

1 kg product contributes approximately 1 kg BOD

COD contribution

1 kg product contributes approximately 1.5 kg COD


Key Benefits of NutriServe BOD Enhancer

  • Reduced Commissioning Time: Supports the establishment of biological treatment during ETP and STP commissioning.

  • Supplementary BOD Supply: Adds organic loading when the inherent BOD of wastewater is insufficient.

  • MLSS Development: Supports the development of mixed liquor suspended solids during biological treatment establishment.

  • Biomass Growth: Provides supplementary organic loading to support microbial growth.

  • Shock-Load Support: Helps treatment operators manage variations in organic loading through appropriate BOD supplementation.

How NutriServe BOD Enhancer Works

NutriServe BOD Enhancer is a water-soluble powder formulation designed to supplement the BOD load in wastewater with insufficient biodegradable organic matter. The additional organic load can be utilised by microorganisms during bacterial growth and acclimatisation, supporting biological treatment establishment.

Applications of NutriServe BOD Enhancer

  • ETP Commissioning: For industrial effluent treatment plants that require supplementary BOD during biological process establishment.

  • STP Commissioning: For sewage treatment plants where the available organic load is insufficient to support treatment start-up.

  • Organically Deficient Wastewater: For wastewater streams requiring an additional biodegradable organic load.

  • Variable Organic Loading: For treatment systems where changes in incoming wastewater composition require the organic loading to be assessed and adjusted.

BOD Supplementation During Plant Commissioning

During the commissioning of an effluent treatment plant (ETP) or sewage treatment plant (STP), establishing a suitable microbial population is essential for developing biological treatment capacity. When the incoming wastewater is organically deficient, the available BOD may not be sufficient to support rapid bacterial multiplication and acclimatisation.


NutriServe BOD Enhancer helps supplement this inherent BOD load, supporting the development of biomass during the commissioning phase. It can also provide a more consistent BOD supply where wastewater characteristics fluctuate, helping treatment operators manage the organic loading required for biological process establishment.

Dosage and Usage

BOD and COD Contribution: 1kg of product contributes approximately 1 kg of BOD and 1.5 kg of COD.


The required dosage depends on wastewater characteristics, existing organic load and treatment objectives. Contact our technical team for guidance on the recommended application rate and dosing procedure for your wastewater treatment system.

Supporting MLSS Development and Biomass Growth

Maintaining an adequate microbial population is important for biological wastewater treatment performance. NutriServe BOD Enhancer supplies supplementary BOD to support bacterial growth and the development of mixed liquor suspended solids (MLSS).


The formulation is intended to support rapid MLSS growth and sustain biomass with high mixed liquor volatile suspended solids (MLVSS) content. Its powdered form also makes it convenient to handle and store as part of an ETP or STP's commissioning and operating process.

Why Choose NutriServe BOD Enhancer?

NutriServe BOD Enhancer is an option for treatment plants that need to supplement the organic load of wastewater during biological treatment establishment.

  • Designed for Low-BOD Conditions: Intended for wastewater that requires additional organic loading.

  • Suitable for Commissioning Applications: Can be considered for ETP and STP start-up requirements.

  • Powder Formulation: Provides a solid formulation for product storage and dosing preparation.

  • Defined BOD Contribution: The brochure specifies the approximate BOD and COD contribution per kilogram, supporting dosage assessment.

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