Mastering lagoon desludging projects: A proactive approach

Removing accumulated sludge from a lagoon system is a fast, cost-effective way to restore treatment capacity and performance. But, a successful lagoon desludging project requires thoughtful planning and careful execution to sidestep potential pitfalls that could escalate costs and slow down production.

Webinar – Lagoon Sludge Cleanouts: Learn how to manage costs and avoid mishaps

Removing accumulated sludge from a lagoon system is a fast, cost-effective way to restore treatment capacity and performance. But before the dredges, diggers and pumps can begin their work, project teams must carefully evaluate, estimate and plan to ensure the project proceeds smoothly and is completed on time and on budget.

Township of North Glengarry chooses Geotube® technology for lagoon clean-out

The township of North Glengarry operates a four-lagoon cell system in the Village of Alexandria, Ontario for the management of sewage sludge. Many municipalities utilize lagoon systems across Ontario to manage sewage, however lagoons require maintenance and periodic sludge removal in order to operate effectively and efficiently on an ongoing basis.

What’s that smell? Diagnosing springtime lagoon odours.

non-aerated lagoons, can experience benthal feedback—a process where the turbulence of the warming water stirs up the sludge blanket and releases hydrogen sulfide gas along with nutrients that have accumulated in the settled sludge.

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