Eden Aquatech partners with MBS to deliver intelligent microbial consortia that solve problems where traditional chemical and mechanical methods fall short.
Note: Results will naturally vary depending on water type, temperature, and the initial pollutant load, but this example demonstrates the system’s unique capability when technology and biology are optimally integrated.
Traditional methods, such as chemical precipitation or mechanical dredging, only address the symptoms of water problems. At Eden Aquatech, we view the aquatic environment as a biological system out of balance. By introducing specifically selected microorganisms – biological augmentation – we restore nature’s own ‘biological motor’ to create sustainable and lasting results
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) management is critical for protecting both the work environment and infrastructure.
Total H2S Control: Our bacteria alter the sulfur cycle, actively preventing the formation of odors and toxic gases.
Corrosion Prevention: By eliminating H2S, we remove the foundation for sulfuric acid formation, which otherwise corrodes concrete pipes and metal components.
Biological Grease Degradation: Specialized Bacillus species produce microbes that effectively break down fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.
Optimized Operation: Clean pipes provide better flow, reducing energy consumption and wear on pumps.
We handle complex challenges in industrial wastewater and landfill leachate.
Heavy Metal Precipitation: Bacteria such as Geobacter lovleyi and Desulfovibrio precipitate metals like lead, copper, and mercury into a stable, insoluble form.
Degradation of Environmental Pollutants: Our consortium breaks down aromatic compounds such as benzene, toluene, and xylene (BTEX) in leachate.
Wastewater Optimization and Pretreatment: By reducing organic content (BOD/COD) and nutrients at the source, we reduce the load on the municipal wastewater network and lower your discharge fees.
Accelerated Biology: In demanding systems, we have documented an increase in visibility (Secchi depth) from 0 to 80 cm within a single season
We restore the ecological balance in eutrophic (nutrient-rich) lakes and ponds, entirely without the use of chemicals.
Sludge Reduction: We break down organic bottom sludge and reduce the thickness of the sediment layer over time.
Algae Control: By stabilizing the nitrogen and phosphorus cycles, we eliminate the nutrient base that drives algal blooms.
Elimination of Internal Loading: MBS microbes stabilize redox conditions in the sediment, preventing bound phosphorus from leaching into the water column – a critical solution for eutrophic lakes.
Oxygen Control: Biological treatment reduces internal oxygen demand and prevents fish kills and “lake turnovers” (the sudden mixing of deoxygenated bottom water).
To choose the right water treatment solution, one must understand the difference between merely accelerating degradation and actually stabilizing an entire ecosystem. While most standard products focus on superficial cleanup, the MBS solution addresses the fundamental chemical processes directly within the sediment.
Most well-known biological solutions on the market are based on a combination of Bacillus species and enzymes. These are primarily designed to accelerate the degradation of organic matter through enzymatic hydrolysis.
Focus: Reduction of organic sludge, fats, and BOD (biochemical oxygen demand).
Operating Environment: Works best in systems with high oxygen availability (aerobic conditions).
Limitation: Not designed for active redox control and has limited effect in highly reduced (oxygen-depleted) sediments.
Nitrogen: Typically does not contain nitrifying bacteria and has no targeted effect on ammonium reduction.
| Function / Parameter | Standard Biology | Our Solution: MBS Augmentation |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Purpose | − Simple degradation of organic matter | ✓ Complete stabilization of biogeochemical cycles |
| Composition | − Only Bacillus and enzymes | ✓ Advanced consortium (Nitrosomonas, Geobacter, etc.) |
| Operational Environment | − Requires high oxygen availability | ✓ Active in both aerobic and reduced (anaerobic) sediments |
| Sulfur (H₂S) | − No control over odor or corrosion | ✓ Active H₂S control; eliminates odor and prevents corrosion |
| Nitrogen/Ammonium | − No nitrifying effect | ✓ Active Bio-S3 conversion of ammonium to nitrate |
| Phosphorus Binding | − No effect on internal phosphorus release | ✓ Ensures stable binding of phosphate to iron in the sediment |
| Sludge Reduction | − Only superficial effect | ✓ Effective degradation of deep anaerobic sludge layers |
| Effect Over Time | − Requires constant and frequent dosing | ✓ Establishes lasting microbiological balance |
As a technical partner, it is crucial to consider long-term operating costs (OPEX).
Chemical Treatment (Sodium Hydroxide/Ferric Chloride): Provides rapid effects but requires continuous dosing, involves hazardous handling, and often creates larger quantities of sludge that must be transported and landfilled.
Eden Aquatech in collaboration with MBS Biological Method: Requires an establishment phase for biofilm but is the only method that addresses the root cause of the problem. This results in lower maintenance costs and more sustainable operations over time.
Choose standard biology if: Your issue is limited to organic sludge in a system with high oxygen availability, and you are looking for a simple, cost-effective solution.
Choose MBS biological augmentation if: You face challenges with internal phosphorus release (internal loading), accumulation of ammonium or hydrogen sulfide (H2S), or have sediment with low oxygen levels (reduced sediment).
In summary: While standard treatment often only "cleans up" the surface, MBS biological augmentation goes deeper, "restoring" the underlying microbiological processes that govern contamination.
BioS is an advanced microbial consortium designed to manage ammonium, organic matter (BOD), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), and heavy metals. It functions as an active biological motor, enabling purification levels that traditional methods cannot achieve.
To understand the effectiveness of BioS, one must consider its three-fold functionality:
Biofilm Establishment: The bacteria form a stable and protected environment (biofilm) that withstands variations in incoming water quality and provides resilience against system shocks.
Targeted Degradation: Different strains work in synergy; some break down complex organic chains (BioS-1), while others specialize in nitrification (BioS-3).
Metabolic Acceleration: The process is optimized so that degradation occurs significantly faster than in an unregulated, natural system.
We don’t just supply bacteria—we engineer a complete ecosystem for success.
| Component | Primary Function | Technical Advantage & Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Bio-S1 | Broad-spectrum microbial consortium. | Degradation of organic bottom sludge and elimination of odor problems. Works effectively in both aerobic and anaerobic zones to restore biological balance. |
| Bio-S2 | Microbes enhanced with humic acids. | Humic acids bind nutrients and heavy metals while creating a stable microenvironment for the bacteria. This provides a more robust and long-lasting treatment effect. |
| Bio-S3 | Specialized nitrifying product. | Targeted conversion of ammonium to nitrite and subsequently to nitrate. Ideal for nitrogen-loaded aquatic environments, wastewater treatment plants, and aquaculture. |
| AirTURBO™ | Oxygen supply and circulation. | Ensures essential oxygen for aerobic bacteria and prevents anaerobic conditions that produce hydrogen sulfide (H₂S). Prevents "lake turnovers" and stabilizes the oxygen profile. |
| HolKof™ | Infrastructure and bioreactor. | Provides a massive surface area for the establishment of stable biofilm. Protects bacterial cultures against fluctuations in temperature and pH, ensuring continuous purification. |