Wastewater treatment facilities face the dual challenge of reducing energy consumption and minimizing their environmental impact. Carollo’s innovative Inflatable Fast and Lightweight Off-Gas Analysis Technology (I-FLOAT) is helping utilities meet these challenges head-on. In a recent interview with Water Online, Carollo’s Sam Reifsnyder and Greg Stanczak shared how this groundbreaking off-gas testing technology is helping to optimize aeration processes while monitoring greenhouse gas emissions like nitrous oxide.
Aeration Optimization for Wastewater Facilities
Aeration, which accounts for 40-60% of a treatment plant’s energy use, represents a major opportunity for efficiency improvements. I-FLOAT provides utilities with the tools to benchmark aeration performance and reduce wasted energy.
“First, we monitor. Then we assess. Then we strategize on where we can save on energy consumption,” Sam adds. “Energy is money, and our clients know that’s why we want to provide I-FLOAT to help them out.”
By identifying inefficiencies in real-time, utilities can take targeted action to improve aeration efficiency, leading to cost savings and a reduced carbon footprint.
Greenhouse Gas Monitoring in Real-time
In addition to measuring energy efficiency, I-FLOAT offers precise monitoring of greenhouse gas emissions, including nitrous oxide and methane.
“This technology measures off-gasses using high-speed analyzers and our inflatable hood system, which makes it portable and easy to set up on-site,” explains Sam Reifsnyder. “With just one or two people, we can deploy I-FLOAT to collect data that informs better decision-making.”
This capability is crucial as utilities strive to meet sustainability goals and mitigate climate change.
Traditional Off-Gas Testing Tools vs. I-FLOAT
I-FLOAT represents the next generation of aeration optimization and greenhouse gas monitoring in wastewater treatment.
Unlike traditional off-gas testing tools, I-FLOAT prioritizes portability and ease of use, making it a practical solution for field deployment. “From the start, we focused on making it simple to use in real-world applications,” says Greg Stanczak. “It also features high-speed sampling frequency to capture even the smallest changes in process parameters.”
Watch the full Water Online interview with Sam Reifsnyder and Greg Stanczak below to discover how this innovative technology is shaping a more efficient and sustainable future for the water industry.