Enhanced and Accelerated Microbiological Monitoring for Membrane Treatment Optimization: Measuring the Benefits of an Optimized Monitoring Program

In this study, it was shown that proactive biological monitoring using advanced ATP was able to guide mitigation strategies and optimize design modifications for improved plant operation and water quality. Design changes were made to lower microbial content and enhance biostability resulting in better chlorine residual maintanence. The operational strategy of monitoring bioburden of the membrane can maximize the membrane life while optmizing water quality and overal process effeciency.