Ryan Hennessy Wastewater Microbiology
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Ryan Hennessy Wastewater Microbiology services

Micro Services

Standard Microscopic Evaluation Report (Includes Foam Analysis) Services

Microscopic evaluation report includes: A detailed report with a description of floc structure characteristics. Analysis of dispersed growth in the bulk liquid between the flocs. Higher life form organisms observed.

Rushed Microscopic Evaluation Report (Includes Foam Analysis) Service

Microscopic evaluation report includes: Same as above but report guaranteed within 24 hours of us receiving the sample or higher rate does not apply (please call ahead for availability).

DNA Services

Mail to address using standard instructions. The sample is preserved and shipped to Aster Bio for DNA analysis. The raw DNA data from Aster Bio is provided in addition to a report comparing the initial microscopic evaluation exam to the DNA results. Matches (proven and in theory) are discussed as well as any additional value DNA insight provides with microscopy).

Anthrone/ Polysaccharide Test Service

Microscopic evaluation report includes: The Anthrone test measures carbohydrates (polysaccharide) % of dry weight indicating nutrient availability status for the bacteria. At >25% polysaccharide per dry weight low nutrient availability is suspected.

Additional Services

Additional Basin/ Sample Point Services for Microscopic Evaluation

If there is a common RAS line for two basins it is very likely that they will be similar and a sample at the splitter box before the clarifier(s) is usually sufficient. Please feel free to email or call with any questions. We ask that samples are not combined into 1 from various basins/ SBRs etc. Typically for SBR processes, each cell should be analyzed as they often behave differently (act as separate plants etc.)

Customized Microbiology Poster Service

Many plants find it beneficial to have a customized poster in front of their microscope so they can correlate their findings to reporting (“birdwatching”). Please call ahead to discuss details if a poster is requested.

Toxicity/Inhibition Testing Services

We offer a range of tests however want to make sure that we are catering the test to the desired results. With bench-scale testing, we aim to simulate process conditions as best as possible and cater the test to specific needs (i.e. nitrification study, respirometry, toxicity testing, COD removal etc.)