Sewage Treatment Plant STP Overview
Sewage Treatment Plant STP Overview
(STP) Overview
This presentation explores the vital role of Sewage Treatment
Plants (STPs) in protecting our environment. We'll delve into the
different stages of the STP process, highlighting key components
and technologies, and examine the impact of STPs on our water
resources.
by Devarshini Bandaru
STP & ETP: Key Differences
Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP)
Treats domestic wastewater from households. Processes chemically-laden wastewater from industries.
Sewage Treatment Plants
Sewage treatment plays a crucial role in safeguarding public health
and protecting our environment. Untreated sewage poses
significant risks to both human well-being and ecosystems.
The Need for STPs
1 Environmental 2 Public Health
Protection
Prevents the spread of
Protects lakes, rivers, and diseases by treating
groundwater from sewage water.
pollution caused by
untreated sewage.
Monitoring Water Quality
Testing Parameters Standard Limits
Daily analysis of influent Ensuring that treated water
and effluent water samples (effluent) meets pre-defined
for key parameters like pH, quality standards to be
BOD, COD, TSS, and DO. discharged safely.
Key Parameters
Screening
Removal of large debris, rags, and sticks.
Sedimentation
Heavy solids settle to the bottom.
Skimming
Removal of oils and greases from the surface.
Secondary Treatment:
Biological Breakdown
1 Aeration
Introducing oxygen to enhance microbial activity.
2 Clarification
Settling of sludge and removal of solids.
Tertiary Treatment:
Disinfection
Chlorination
Adding chlorine to kill harmful microorganisms.
Contact Time
Allowing sufficient time for chlorine to disinfect the
effluent.
Discharge
Releasing the treated water into designated bodies of
water.
SPECIAL FEATURES: SCADA AND C-TECH
SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data C-Tech (Chlorination Technology)
Acquisition)
C-Tech refers to advanced chlorine disinfection
SCADA systems monitor and control the entire STP systems for treating wastewater. They ensure
operation. Real-time data is collected, analyzed, and efficient and safe inactivation of harmful
used to optimize performance. microorganisms.
STP Technology: C-Tech
Batch Reactor
1
Each C-Tech basin operates in cycles.
Sequential Steps
2
Fill, aeration, settling, and decanting phases.
Future of Sewage Treatment
1
Sustainability
Focusing on energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
2
Innovation
Exploring new technologies like membrane filtration and advanced oxidation processes.
3
Resource Recovery
Transforming sludge into valuable resources for agriculture and energy production.