Phosphorus removal in wastewater treatment of Pulp&Paper industry

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Phosphorus concentrations in final effluent, after wastewater treatment, in the pulp and paper industry, represents a huge problem. The challenge is even greater when the raw material used is eucalyptus - mainly Eucalyptus globulus - very rich in phosphorus. Anyone know of proven processes for viable treatment?

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  1. Phosphorus absorbing organisms. We use a biocleaner to generate the said bacteria. with high cod, we treat tp to below 1. then polish with sandstone filter to get under 0.1

  2. Algae are being used in this application. Here are two references; there are many more. You might also check algaeindustrymagazine.com They have information on the use of algae for all kinds of applications, as well information from vendors... Water Treatment in the Pulp and Paper Industry - WaterWorld www.waterworld.com/.../water-treatment-in-the-pulp-and-pa... Waterworld The pulp and paper (P&P) industry is one of the heaviest users of water within ... the company commissioned for low-level phosphorus removal from its effluent. ... the first biological advanced treatment system for nutrient removal using algae. Determining algal-available phosphorus in pulp and paper mill effluents https://www.researchgate.net/.../6890903_Determining_algal-...ResearchGate Determining algal-available phosphorus in pulp and paper mill effluents: Algal ... based advanced nutrient removal processes on phosphorus bioavailability.

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    1. Dear Lynn.Many thanks for the information provided. I will have a look at it and give you feedback.Cheers,
      Carlos