Alpha Tech Pet, Inc. - Product Detail Binder (January 2013)

adequate flow of liquid through the sock. This weave allows microorganisms and some smaller bran particles with microorganisms attached to pass from the sock to the sewer.

By using larger, un-ground particles of bran, the device simulates the action of a fixed film system whereby the microbes attached to the bran particles a partially washed off and those that are more firmly attached are fed by the organics in the waste stream continually washing over the bran. These attached organisms continue to divide and slough off , seeding the system with new growth of microorganisms. Thus, this system provides a continuous seeding to the targeted area of the line. This “BIO-SOCK™” must be replaced on a periodic basis due to plugging of the sock by excessive growth within the sock and/or build-up of grease and particulate, and eventual deterioration of the biodegradable woven sock. By continuous seeding with the BIO-SOCK™ into gravity fed lines, common blockages caused by excessive accumulations of grease can be virtually eliminated. Based on the extensive program required to design the “BIO- SOCK™” and the success of this application technique in field applications, Novozymes patented this application system (March 7, 1989, US patent number 4,810,385). For initial seeding, the following dosage system is recommended. Initially, Novozymes recommends spraying BI-CHEM LC 2006RG, a liquid, high surfactant, biological product, on surfaces of heavy buildup. Novozymes’ technical representatives recommend dosage rates for BIO-SOCKS, based on size and frequency of replacement. These “BIO-SOCKS” are fastened by “clips ‘n cords” supplied with the “BIO-SOCK”, to manhole ladders. (Generally, BIO-SOCKS are replaced every week or two based on flow and severity of build-up; guidelines are published in product data sheets.) For lines with severe buildup, BI-CHEM DC 2000GL in SoluPaks (water-soluble pouches) may also be added with initial dosage. PRODUCT EFFECTIVENESS With proper application, lines that habitually require cleaning every two months have remained clear for up to one year. It is important too properly service these installations to make certain dosages are properly made. Lines are generally monitored to determine if surcharges are occurring. Historically, when treated lines have become occluded, the blockage has been determined to be caused by physical blockage not grease. Novozymes’ bioaugmentation program for collection system maintenance has been demonstrated to be cost effective compared to physical cleaning. Because these microorganisms continue to grow and work in the entire system, bioaugmentation is also cost effective against use of solvents and degreasers. Unlike competing technologies, this bioaugmentation program provides a benefit to the entire collection system from the point of application to the waste treatment plant. The WTP benefits from decreased loading due to degradation activity and from the conveyance of the suspended microorganisms to the WTP itself. Novozymes’ unique technology is fully patented. In one of the first patents awarded on live microorganisms, Novozymes patented the grease-degrading organism used in a consortium of microorganisms in BI-CHEM DC 2000GL 1979 US patent number 4,350,770, and, additionally; 1981 US patent number 4,288,545, and 1982 US patent number 4,482,632. In1995 Novozymes Biologicals, Inc. was awarded a patent on BI-CHEM LC 2006RG for use in line maintenance (US patent number 5,449,619). Novozymes, based on over ten years of research and development has developed this unique patented bioaugmentation program. The microorganism strains and applications have been optimized to provide a highly effective, technology for improved collection system maintenance of gravity fed lines. In addition to the obvious; benefits of cost effective maintenance, public relations are substantially improved by a proactive approach to maintenance. This approach eliminates the incidents caused by grease blockage. With every instance that is eliminated, traffic interruption, property damage, excavations, malodors, associated business losses, and fear of health-related consequences would not inconvenience citizens. Public officials can spend their public relations time recognizing the proactive departments that have made substantial improvements rather than apologizing for the incidents, assuring the public of methods used to diminish exposure risk, and planning for more costly engineering and regulatory resolutions.