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Food process plant reduces BOD with Venturi Aerator.
This makes maintenance and servicing simple and easy, which in turn means
Food process plant reduces BOD with bank-mounted aerator for wastewater
A WESTERN Austral- ian food process plant’s wastewater surface aera- tor broke down during peak production.
to experience this annoy- ing and costly situation again.
the equipment is more likely to be regularly ser- viced and have a longer lifespan than aerators that are difficult to access.
The process plant was not disappointed with the results its new purchase delivered.
Not the most desirable situation to be in, particu- larly in the midst of a pan- demic, which could com- plicate issues of potential repairs or replacement.
He also wanted to know if the bank-mounted aera- tor could be retrofitted to replace his existing sur- face aerator easily.
The Venturi Aerator does not need any special equipment such as cranes or row boats, or any com- plicated annual certifica- tions for servicing and maintenance.
Shortly after installa- tion, its BOD had gone down by 1400ppm from the previous month.
The process plant was in need of a simple, reliable and efficient replacement system and fast.
The team at Hydro In- novations were able to ex- plain the benefits of the Venturi Aerator, a bank- mounted aerator, and pin- point the exact model to fill their requirements.
Not only was the process plant happy with the pump and the price, the plant manager was thrilled that Hydro Innovations could deliver the system and solve the problem in less than four weeks, includ- ing transportation from the east coast of Australia to WA.
Hydro Innovations keep a wide range of products in stock, which was in- strumental in solving this particular problem quickly and effectively, even during the 2020 pan- demic.
The plant manager had heard of bank-mounted aerators and was excited to learn more about how effective they could be, and how much simpler the maintenance would be, ensuring he wouldn’t have
The benefit of the Ven- turi Aerator over a surface aerator is that the equip- ment is mounted on the bank of the lagoon.
For more information please contact Hydro In- novations on 02 9898 1800, sales@hydroinnova tions.com.au or visit our website hydroinnovations. com.au
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Tips to keep your chooks safe
THE coronavirus lock- down has encouraged many of us to try new things and expand our skills, with more ama- teur chefs, gardeners and bakers, and perhaps tak- ing on a new language. And many of us have taken ownership of a new pet but be warned if those pets are chickens.
a warning to those new to backyard chicken owner- ship after a recent spike in salmonella cases.
seriously when handling chickens and eggs.
handy tips for backyard chicken owners:
The increase in back- yard chicken owners has led to an increase in sal- monella outbreaks.
FSIC chair Cathy Moir advised new chicken own- ers take personal hygiene
• Carefully check eggs for any cracks and wipe off all visible dirt with a dry cloth or paper towel but do not wash eggs in water because this can transfer the contamination into the egg itself
The Food Safety Infor- mation Council released
The FSIC reported 17 new cases of salmonella poisoning in Queensland and five of them requiring hospitalisation.
The advice included purchasing vaccinated chickens from legitimate sellers, monitoring new chickens for signs of dis- ease and regular hand washing.
• Keep nesting materials and litter clean and dry, and change it regularly
Nine cases in Victoria were linked to a rarer strain of salmonella, with five of the cases linked to newly purchased chick- ens.
“It’s great to have fresh eggs and for your kids to learn about where their food comes from but backyard chooks and ducks can be a source of salmonella infections, which can cause serious illnesses and can lead to chronic conditions such as Reiter’s Syndrome or re- active arthritis,” Ms Moir said.
• Gather eggs from nest- ing places daily to ensure they’re fresh, and store in a fridge in a clean covered container away from other foods and label each egg with the lay date
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“When purchasing pet chickens, you should look for vaccinated birds from a reputable commercial source and keep them healthy with medications for parasites including roundworms and tape- worms.
• Always wash hands with soap and water, and dry thoroughly after han- dling chickens and their eggs, and if children have been helping, ensure they wash their hands too – because bacteria can live inside poultry enclosures, wash hands even if you don’t touch the birds
“Also, if your chickens look unwell check with a vet.”
• Don’t let children kiss or cuddle the chickens or touch their mouths and eat or drink around chickens, and don’t allow chickens inside the house
If you are new to owning chickens, don’t panic – a few simple practises can limit the chance of salmo- nella infection.
• Don’t keep
chicken feed or the feed storage containers in or near kitchens or other food preparation areas
Wash your hands after handling a bird or any- thing the bird comes into contact with, including bedding, feed and the pen.
• Don’t wash chicken food and water bowls in sinks used for food prepa- ration, washing kitchen utensils or for carrying drinking water
Avoid kissing the chick- en or letting children eat food around them or share food with them.
• Don’t use backyard eggs in egg dishes served raw or only minimally cooked, as eggshells are more likely to be con- taminated with salmo- nella than commercially washed eggs, which are washed under carefully controlled conditions.
If you are keeping chick- ens for freshly laid eggs, pay close attention to the eggs.
Any cracks could en- courage bacteria, so wipe away any dirt and check the egg is unbroken.
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