Aerobic enzymatic breakdown of food waste

Waste water treatment plant - benefits from our machines

The GS-Food Waste Digesters uses enzymes to optimize the Aerobic digestion process. The special enzyme mix that we use for breaking down the food waste life in our machine. When food waste is added to our our machine, the enzymes become active and will grow in numbers. By adding water to the food waste, we create an environment where the enzymes can freely move in the mix and therefore digest the food waste quicker. The enzymes will break down the food waste into building blocks like; fatty acids, simple sugars, and amino acids.
The water that is added to the food waste is drained into the sewage system. Together with the water and the fatty acid, simple sugars, and amino acids, a big part of the enzymes are also flushed out of the machine into the sewage.
That the enzymes leave the machine is not a bad thing, they will grow back in large numbers fairly quickly when new food waste is added. The enzymes in the wastewater that is heading into the sewage to the wastewater treatment plant have still a task and will help the water cleaning process in the wastewater treatment plant. Below are some of the benefits of several of the used enzymes.

Small size

These machines have a daily food waste processing capacity of 80 to 400 liters. 

Medium size

These machines have a daily food waste processing capacity of 800 to 1600 liters. 

Large size

These machines have a daily food waste processing capacity of 4000  to 16000 liters. 

Waste water treatment plant use enzymes

Wastewater treatment plants are designed to remove organic matter and other pollutants from water to make it safe for discharge into the environment or reuse. However, this can be a complex and challenging process, especially when it comes to breaking down complex organic compounds. This is where cellulase, lipase, and protease come in.

Cellulase breaks down cellulose, a complex carbohydrate found in plant material, into smaller, more manageable compounds. Lipase breaks down fats and oils, which can contribute to the overall organic load of the wastewater. Protease, similarly, breaks down proteins, another type of organic matter that can be difficult to remove during treatment. By breaking down these compounds, these enzymes help to reduce the overall biological oxygen demand (BOD) and chemical oxygen demand (COD) of the wastewater, making it easier and less expensive to treat.

The addition of cellulase, lipase, and protease to a wastewater treatment plant can also have a positive impact on the environment. By breaking down organic matter into smaller compounds, these enzymes make it easier and less expensive to remove the waste, which can reduce the overall cost of treating the wastewater. Additionally, by reducing the BOD and COD of the wastewater, the enzymes can help to prevent pollution and protect the environment.

waste water treatment plant - WWTP -Enzymes use
wasye water treatment plant - WWTP -Enzymes use

Another benefit of adding cellulase, lipase, and protease to a wastewater treatment plant is improved process efficiency. These enzymes work quickly and effectively, breaking down complex organic compounds into smaller, more manageable compounds. This can help to improve the overall efficiency of the treatment plant, reducing the amount of waste that needs to be disposed of and reducing the time it takes to treat the wastewater.

It is important to note that the specific benefits of adding cellulase, lipase, and protease to a wastewater treatment plant will depend on the composition of the wastewater and the conditions of the treatment plant. It is also important to carefully monitor their use to ensure that they are used in a safe and effective manner.

In conclusion, cellulase, lipase, and protease are essential enzymes in the treatment of wastewater. These enzymes play a crucial role in breaking down organic matter into smaller, more manageable compounds, improving the efficiency of the treatment process, reducing the overall cost of treating the wastewater, and helping to protect the environment. When used correctly, these enzymes can provide significant benefits in the treatment of wastewater.

Additionally, enzymes can help improve soil structure by increasing the activity of microorganisms, that help create a healthy, nutrient-rich soil. 

 Here are some of the benefits of using a liquid food waste digester compared to a curbside collection system.

The different building blocks that come out of food waste when digested by enzymes are simple sugars, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Methane (CH4) is a potent greenhouse gas that plays a significant role in global warming. It is the second most important greenhouse gas after carbon dioxide (CO2) in terms of its impact on climate change. 

By breaking down organic matter and releasing essential nutrients, these enzymes help improve soil fertility and promote plant growth.

Enzymatic decomposition is a process that uses enzymes to break down complex organic compounds into simpler molecules. Enzymes are biocatalysts that speed up chemical reactions in living organisms.

Our Partners

GS-Green Packaging

A Dutch company specializing in support and consultancy for companies that want to step away from fossil plastic.

Custom Enzymes is our reseller for the country of Australia. They are an industry-leading supplier of enzymatic formulations.