Domestic wastewater treatment: understanding the formation and hazards of foam
With urbanization comes more domestic sewage, including wastewater from household chores, sanitary facilities, kitchens, floor cleaning, gardens and pets. This wastewater carries organic matter, fats, detergents, nitrogen, phosphorus, and other pollutants - making sewage treatment crucial. Here's where domestic sewage stems from: 1. Household water used for tasks like laundry, dishwashing, bathing, etc. 2. Sanitary facilities washing away germy toilet runoff. 3. Kitchen wastewater brought about by cooking grease and food leftovers. 4. Floor cleaning water used for mopping and sweeping. 5. Others like garden watering, pet excrement, etc. Why does foam form during sewage treatment?: 1. Surfactants: Detergents, shampoos, etc. found in sewage lower water's surface tension, causing foam. 2. Organic matter decomposition: During biological treatment, organic matter produces gases (like carbon dioxide and hydrogen), forming foam when mixed with water. 3. Gas dissolution: Bubbles form when gases (like oxygen) enter the water during treatment, particularly in the aeration tank. 4. High sludge concentration: Too much sludge can cause foam due to its organic matter and bubbles combining easily. 5. Equipment or operation issues: Strong stirring or incomplete bubble breaking can increase foam. 6. Temperature change: Changes in temperature can impact gas solubility, causing foam. The hazards of foam in domestic sewage treatment include: 1. Reduced treatment efficiency: Foam blocks sewage substance, minimizing effect. 2. Equipment damage: Overflowing excessive foam causes harm. 3. Operation difficulties: Foam hinders equipment examination/maintenance. 4. Odor emissions: Foam harbors stinky substances impacting surrounding areas. To tackle these foam issues, we have domestic sewage treatment defoamers: 1. Quick defoaming: Suppresses foam quickly, boosting treatment efficiency. 2. Compatibility: Works well with varied sewage treatment agents, doesn’t disrupt treatment process. 3. Practicality: Affordable, advancing production efficiency. 4. Safety and eco-friendliness: Many defoamers are eco-friendly, non-polluting. Sewage treatment isn't just about technology; it's about environmental protection and public health. Proper defoamer use significantly improves sewage treatment performance, contributing to a sustainable society. Let's all prioritize domestic sewage treatment for a cleaner, healthier living environment.
- Nov 29, 2024