The Long-Term Impact of Bioaugmentation on Effluent Quality in a South Korean Slaughterhouse

Abstract

Bioaugmentation Technology was implemented in a South Korean slaughterhouse in order to meet stricter effluent standards. In the two years since introducing Bioaugmentation into the effluent treatment process, BOD, COD, SS, TN, and TP levels were maintained below required standards. The slaughterhouse has been able to reduce dosing costs associated with Bioaugmentation while sustaining improved effluent quality. With the help of Bioaugmentation, overall plant stability was improved, and previously proposed plant expansion proved to be unnecessary, resulting in significant capital avoidance.