Activated Sludge Reactor (AeroASR)

The activated sludge reactor (ASR) is an aerobic, suspended growth biological treatment process which uses a separate clarifier for effluent discharge.

Mixed liquor from the ASR, containing the microorganisms, is settled in a separate clarifier. Recycled activated sludge is returned from the clarifier to the ASR to maintain the required concentration of suspended growth in the reactor. This process is also used to degrade soluble organic material. The ASR goes through cycles of aeration and mixing to optimise the oxygen requirements of the microorganisms. Excess biosolids from the ASR are removed by a waste activated sludge pump.

The ASR followed by clarifier, is also suitable where nitrogen removal is required and may require a separate anoxic reactor for the denitrification process.

The AeroASR uses Aerofloat’s patent-pending aeration lance design to produce a maintenance friendly system.

Aerofloat has extensive experience in biological treatment of wastewater and can build either the proprietary AeroASR design or conventional ASRs if larger, more traditional systems are required.

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Efficient Utilisation of Installed Aeration

Efficient Utilisation of Installed Aeration

ASR is particularly suitable for high strength BOD wastewater. Whether floating surface aerators or diffused air is used, the ASR ensures the efficient utilisation of the installed aeration system by providing oxygen on demand.
Sealed and Vented

Sealed and Vented

Depending on the plant size and choice of aerators, the Aerofloat proprietary lances can be used in the AeroASR model to enable a sealed and vented system.
Clarification Phase

Clarification Phase

Whether using a separate clarifier or in conjunction with a hybrid AeroSBR, AeroASR technology overcomes the need for membrane cleaning and replacement – as required in MBR processes, which do not require clarification.
Optional Anoxic Reactor

Optional Anoxic Reactor

For wastewater containing high concentrations of ammonia, the AeroASR can be used in conjunction with a separate anoxic reactor for optimal removal of nitrates.

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The AeroASR is a unique take on traditional activated sludge reactor technology. Using proven principles, the AeroASR uses Aerofloat’s patent-pending aeration lance design to provide a cost-effective, maintenance friendly alternative for biological treatment.

The effective flowrate that the AeroASR can treat, largely depends on the residence needed in the reactor – determined by the influent and effluent parameters. The AeroASR is typically housed in a conventional industrial polyethylene tank.

Aerofloat designs and builds its own proprietary equipment and can produce custom solutions for each client. Aerofloat has full design and manufacturing capabilities in-house and is therefore able to also build varying sizes of the AeroASR or a more traditional ASR if required.

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