Feb 1, 2020 | Conference Presentation
2020 PSMA Conference PresentationWhen we breathe approximately 78% of the air we inhale is nitrogen gas. With this much nitrogen around us, it is sometimes hard to believe that there is so much concern about nitrogen from onsite wastewater treatment systems. However,...
Feb 1, 2020 | Conference Presentation
2020 PSMA Conference PresentationA biomat is a layer of partially decomposed organic waste often found on the bottom and sides of an absorption area’s trenches. This presentation will address issues associated with the development of biomats including how and why they...
Feb 1, 2020 | Conference Presentation
2020 PSMA Conference PresentationHousehold water conservation devices do a good job of reducing water consumption. However if the waste load remains the same then the waste products become more concentrated. The result is often high strength wastewater. When the...
Feb 1, 2020 | Conference Presentation
2020 PSMA Conference PresentationIn the past 10 years, nearly all parts of the U.S. have experienced extended periods of water scarcity. Wastewater reuse becomes a common discussion topic during droughts and this water is certainly an underutilized resource. On the...
Feb 1, 2020 | Conference Presentation
2020 PSMA Conference PresentationWe depend on the soil to provide wastewater treatment. When working with shallow soils, we need to use wastewater application methods that can take full advantage of the limited resource. Subsurface drip dispersal systems ensure that...
Feb 1, 2020 | Conference Presentation
2020 PSMA Conference PresentationWhen a property owner isn’t satisfied with the results of a septic system inspection, they may seek a second opinion on the conclusions reached in an inspection report. This session will review common scenarios that prompt the request...
