For more than 20 years, GES Biotek has been engineering Bio-Scrubbers®, troubleshooting odor control problems, and providing odor control solutions for municipal and industrial biofilters.
The following articles provide educational and informative technical information about various aspects of Odor Control, Biofilter Operation, Media Specification, and more.
Support Grate
Accumulation and Media Migration
An engineering evaluation revealed the causes of clogged spray nozzles and media in the recirculation system
Biological Odor Control
Using Enhanced Cell-Max™ Plus
Enhanced Cell-Max™ Plus optimizes microbial colonization, mass transfer, and long-term structural stability.
Replacing River Rock
With Cell-Max™ Plus
Cell-Max™ Plus distributes the load more evenly, reduces stress on air headers and laterals, and minimizes the generation of fines that can obstruct airflow.
Reclaimed Water
As an Irrigation Water Source
Reclaimed water can support biofilm growth and long-term biofilter system sustainability.
Thiobacillus
Nature’s H2S Odor Control Solution
Under the right conditions, thiobacillus bacteria can solve hydrogen sulfide odor problems.
Secondary Effluent
As a Make-Up Water Source
Secondary effluent presents a viable alternative to potable water, offering cost savings and additional nutrients that enhance microbial metabolism.
Biofilter Performance Factors
How media influences biofilter performance
Learn how the physical and chemical properties of biofilter media significantly impact overall system performance.
Biofilter Efficiency Factors
Influencing Factors of Media
Key factors influence biofilter performance when using Cell-Max™ and Enhanced Cell-Max™ media.
Wood Chips in Biofilters
Mechanisms and Effectiveness
This paper investigates the reasons for the widespread adoption of wood chips in biofiltration systems.
Plenum Design
Biofilter Air Distribution
Advancements to traditional biofilter media and air distributon systems are needed to effectively treat high hydrogen sulfide load conditions.
Optimizing Biofilter Efficiency
Cost-saving media advancements
GES Biotek’s advanced dual media biofiltration system enhances microbial ecosystem stability and extends the media’s functional lifespan.
Moisture Control
The Key to Biofilter Performance
Maintaining the right moisture balance is essential for optimal biofilter function.
Autotrophic vs. Heterotrophic
Which media is better for your biofilter?
Understanding the specific roles of these bacteria in biological odor systems is essential to selecting the right solution for your facility.