Wastewater produced by the food and beverage industry poses unique treatment challenges, including high concentrations of oil and grease, organics and inorganics, variability in flows and concentrations, and presence of disinfectants used in equipment cleaning. The Experts in this discussion will highlight the many issues and solutions to address the food and beverage industry's unique wastewater challenges.
At the end of this learning module, participants will be able to
- describe the unique application of aerobic and anaerobic membrane bioreactors to food and beverage waste treatment;
- identify was to integrate UASB and activated sludge in food and beverage waste treatment; and
- give examples of how to address high sulfate concentrations in anaerobic treatment and quaternary ammonium surfactants in aerobic treatment.
