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Influent monitoring is vital for municipal wastewater treatment plants because it provides real-time insight into the quality and characteristics of incoming water for treatment. By tracking key parameters such as flow, pH, biological oxygen demand (BOD), total suspended solids (TSS) and nutrient levels, operators can anticipate load changes, protect downstream processes and optimize energy and chemical use within the treatment plant. This proactive approach supports stable operations, cost efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations.
Flow measurement and load prediction help track influent flow rates and forecast hydraulic and organic loading to optimize downstream processes.
Monitor BOD, chemical oxygen demand (COD), ammonia and phosphorus levels to anticipate treatment requirements and adjust aeration or chemical dosing.
Support proper conditions for biological processes and prevent shock loads that could harm microorganisms.
Detect sudden changes in influent quality (e.g., toxic substances, high solids) to protect equipment and maintain compliance.
Identifies changes in flow, organic load and nutrient levels before they impact downstream processes.
Enables proactive adjustments to aeration, chemical dosing and sludge handling for stable operations.
Matches treatment intensity to actual influent conditions, reducing unnecessary energy and chemical use.
Real-time monitoring allows for quick response times, which lessen the risk of pollution events enabling utilities to act quickly and with confidence.
Read about real-world applications and expert insights on the future of water management.
Unreliable flow data made it difficult for the Village of Lombard to understand inflow and infiltration trends or respond to wet-weather events. By installing clamp-on ultrasonic flow meters, operators now have dependable flow measurements that support better decision-making, targeted maintenance and long-term system reliability.
To prepare for EU regulatory requirements, a wastewater treatment plant in Serbia modernized its operations with continuous flow and water quality monitoring. The new system provides accurate, real-time data that helps operators optimize treatment processes, prevent pollution events and strengthen long-term environmental protection.
From precision flow meters and water quality analyzers to gas detection and communication-enabled transmitters, these integrated technologies deliver accurate, real-time data for modern wastewater treatment plants.
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Badger Meter is an industry-leading innovator in flow measurement, water quality and control products, serving water utilities, municipalities and commercial and industrial customers worldwide.
