Ozone in WWTP Deodorization Towers
Efficient Solution to Eliminate Odors in WWTPs
USE OF OZONE IN WWTP DEODORIZATION TOWERS (SCRUBBER)
Ozone is a gas used in gas scrubbers and deodorizing towers at WWTPs, mainly to eliminate odors and reduce volatile organic compounds. Ozone has a high oxidation potential, and when injected into the scrubbing tower, it mixes with the gases, reacting with all types of chemical compounds, reducing, oxidizing, and transforming them into degraded compounds, causing in most cases a significant reduction in odor and VOCs.
Its installation is very simple and, moreover, ozone is neither stored nor transported—it is generated on-site from the air we breathe and applied instantly. Its operation is automatic and does not require labor. All these advantages make ozone a great ally to get the most out of your gas scrubber or deodorizing tower.
Ozone is used in gas scrubbers and deodorization towers to eliminate odors, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and hydrogen sulfide.
Ozone is a powerful deodorizer – it doesn't mask odors, it literally destroys them
Ozone is generated in situ – there’s no need for chemical storage or transport
Ozone leaves no residues and is environmentally friendly
Ozone works automatically, without the need for manual labor
Odor problems in deodorization towers?
Persistent chimney odors?
High operating costs due to traditional chemical use?
Foam in the scrubber tank?
Excess sludge in the tank?
Variable contaminant load?
Advantages of Using Ozone in WWTP Deodorization Towers
Complete Chemical Reduction
Depending on the type of compounds to be removed in the air stream entering the scrubber, ozone can eliminate the need for any chemical used in the removal of organic compounds.
Effective Odor Removal
Ozone removes compounds such as hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, mercaptans, volatile organic compounds, etc. These are the main culprits of odor problems in deodorization towers.
Powerful and Fast Oxidation
The high oxidizing capacity of ozone helps with the rapid oxidation of organic compounds. In just a few seconds, it is capable of eliminating these compounds.
Improved Scrubber Efficiency
The deodorization system becomes a more efficient system where labor is reduced since there is no need to handle or replenish chemicals. Additionally, water purges are reduced.
Reduced Gas Emissions
By eliminating the chemicals required for deodorization, a large amount of gaseous emissions is reduced.
Simultaneous Air and Water Disinfection
The scrubber ozonation technique allows ozone gas to be applied both to the exhaust air and to the shower water.
Examples of ozone equipment in WWTP deodorization towers.
Ozone in Deodorization Towers of WWTP, Spain
