Webinar Filamentous Bacteria:
Causes, Impacts,
Detection and Control
Insights into the biology and causes of filamentous bacteria, as well as their
direct detection, impacts, and control strategies.
Dates and registration
As part of the webinar “Filamentous Bacteria: Causes, Impacts, Detection, and Control”, professionals in wastewater treatment will gain valuable insights into the biological fundamentals of filamentous microorganisms, innovative detection methods, and control strategies. The webinar will particularly focus on how targeted control of filamentous bacteria can help conserve resources, reduce operational costs, and sustainably improve the efficiency of processes in wastewater treatment plants.
| Upcoming Date: | 29. Januar 2025 |
| Time: | 4:00 PM (CET) |
| Duration: | 60 minutes + Q&A Session |
| Speakers: | Dr. Jiri Snaidr Dr. Claudia Beimfohr |
| Platform: | Zoom Webinar |
Aim of the webinar
The webinar demonstrates how to effectively tackle the challenges posed by filamentous bacteria to reduce malfunctions and lower costs in the long term. Participants will learn how modern technologies and optimized strategies can enhance efficiency while minimizing the consumption of resources such as energy, chemicals, and coagulants. The webinar focuses on three core topics:
- PRESENTATION 1: Biology and causes of filamentous bacteria in wastewater
What are filamentous bacteria, which species are commonly found in wastewater treatment plants, and what factors promote their growth? An overview of the biological foundation and causes of their proliferation. (Dr. Jiri Snaidr)
- PRESENTATION 2: Innovative detection with VIT® gene probe technology
How can filamentous microorganisms be quickly and specifically detected? Introduction to the functionality, benefits, and applications of VIT® gene probe technology, supplemented with practical examples. (Dr. Claudia Beimfohr)
- PRESENTATION 3: Impact on wastewater plant operations and control
What economic and operational challenges do filamentous bacteria pose? Effective measures for short- and long-term control and optimization strategies for stable processes. (Dr. Jiri Snaidr)
The webinar will be complemented by case studies from practice, providing concrete examples from biological and industrial wastewater treatment plants. These will illustrate how targeted control of filamentous bacteria reduces malfunctions, improves economic efficiency, and sustainably stabilizes operations.
Role of the wastewater biocoenosis
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Especially in times when global supply chain issues lead to chemical shortages and environmental conditions demand more sustainable practices, seeking innovative methods to improve treatment processes and meet effluent quality standards is crucial. Microbiological wastewater monitoring has been a proven and sustainable solution for over three decades.
Epidemiological wastewater monitoring
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Prevention of disturbances
Find out how the monitoring of microbiological processes can be successfully integrated into the plant's operational analytics. The monitoring system has a modular structure and can therefore be flexibly adapted to the individual requirements of municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants.
VIT® Vision Software
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