Case Study Summary: Industrial Wastewater Treatment - Bongards Creameries (Cheese, Whey, Cream, Butter)
Challenge:
Bongards Creameries faced a significant issue after increasing cheese production, which overwhelmed the wastewater treatment plant's capacity. Key problems included:
• Strong odors from aerated lagoons disrupting the entire town
• Immediate threat of production shutdown by the Minnesota EPA due to odor complaints
Solution:
SciCorp engineers partnered with Bongards wastewater operators to implement a treatment plan using BIOLOGIC™ SEPTIC:
• Immediate shock dose applied by spraying BIOLOGIC™ SEPTIC over the lagoon surface
• Continuous dosing of BIOLOGIC™ SEPTIC to the lagoon influent using a weather-
protected metering pump
Results:
• Immediate Odor Elimination: Within hours of applying the shock dose, all lagoon odors were eliminated, and the MN EPA required no further action.
• Improved Dissolved Oxygen Levels: D.O. levels in the lagoons increased from 0.5 ppm to 3–4 ppm.
• Energy Savings: Aerator power consumption was reduced by 35% after three months of operation.
• Sludge Reduction: Lagoon sludge depth was reduced from 3 feet to 6 inches after 12 months.
How This Benefits Your Septic System:
BIOLOGIC™ SEPTIC can provide similar benefits for residential septic systems, eliminating odors quickly, improving system efficiency, and reducing sludge buildup, leading to fewer pump-outs and lower maintenance costs.