Research and Development
Case Study and Pilot Project Descriptions and Results
Prototype Case Study
SGTech developed a prototype on an Israeli dairy farm for proof of concept in 2016.
SGTech successfully tested its technology at this facility by treating ~2 m3/d (~530 gal/d) of influent waste containing 1-2% dry matter.
Prototype Case Study Results:
| Influent (mg/L) | Effluent (mg/L) | Removal (mg/L) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSS | 12,000 | 340 | 97% |
| COD | 15,000 | 1,400 | 91% |
| TKN | 800 | 150 | 81% |
| TP | 180 | 38 | 79% |
Commercial Pilot Case Study
After its successful nutrient removal prototype, SGTech developed a commercial pilot scale-up (~15 m3/d, ~4,000 gal/d) in 2017 to further validate the IES technology.
The pilot was designed to treat the entire organic waste stream of a dairy farm (raw manure + milking parlor slurry).
The aim of this case study was dual:
- Test the technology’s robustness in a real waste treatment setting while monitoring both the nutrient recovery and biogas production.
- Verify the economical profitability of the technology.
The results are shown in the table below.
| Parameter | Units | Influent | Effluent | Precent Removal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COD | mg/L | 40,000 | 2,000 +/- 400 | 95% |
| TSS | mg/L | 25,000 | 700 +/- 30 | 97% |
| TKN | mg/L | 1200 | 150 +/- 50 | 88% |
| TP | mg/L | 230 | 55 +/- 13 | 76% |
| Ammonia | mg/L | 600 | 10 +/- 5 | 98% |
| pH | - | 6 | ~7.3 +/- 0.4 | - |
Research and Development Capabilities
- In-houseSGTech operates an in-house laboratory with a lab-scale reactor in addition to its pilot-scale facility. This enables SGTech to conduct extensive R&D to further validate and innovate the IES process.
- UniversitiesSGTech is partnering with multiple universities in Israel to conduct additional research and development experimentation. SGTech remains the sole owner of all IP generated through these endeavors.
- Always InnovatingSGTech is committed to the continued innovation of its product offering and is aiming to apply for three additional patents on the IES process in 2019.