Air+ bipolar ionization helps wastewater facilities control odor and reduce the corrosive effects of hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) by treating the air where these challenges occur. The result is cleaner air for employees, less impact on surrounding communities, and greater protection for critical infrastructure.
Wastewater treatment facilities face persistent challenges from hydrogen sulfide (H2S), ammonia, and other reduced sulphur compounds. Air+ bipolar ionization systems provide a low-maintenance with a chemical, biological, and media-free approach to wastewater odor control and corrosion prevention.
Reduce airborne H₂S to help protect equipment, infrastructure, and critical wastewater systems from corrosive damage.
Eliminate Odor Complaints
Create Safe Work Environments
Every wastewater facility has different odor, corrosion, and air quality challenges. Tell us about your facility, and our team can help identify an odor control approach designed around your specific needs, infrastructure, and operating goals.
Ionized Air Is Introduced Into the Space
Positive and negative ions are released into the wastewater environment.
Ions Target Odor Causing Compounds
The ions react with airborne compounds responsible for wastewater odors.
H₂S and NH3 Are Neutralized
Hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, and other odor-causing compounds are broken down.
Corrosion Potential Is Reduced
Reducing corrosive gases in the air protects equipment and facility infrastructure.
Air+ bipolar ionization treats the air inside the facility—creating a cleaner environment for employees while neutralizing odors before they’re released outdoors. By integrating with existing HVAC systems, Air+ can also supplement building heating and reduce long-term operation and maintenance costs compared to carbon filters and chemical scrubbers.
| Features & Benefits | Air+Ionization | Carbon FiltersAdsorption and Particle Filtration | Bio-ScrubbersBiological Reaction | Chemical ScrubberChemical Reaction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrosion Control | Yes | No | No | No |
| Pressure Drop | Minor | Medium | High | High |
| Motor Horsepower | Small | Medium | High | High |
| Treats Air in the Room | Yes | No | No | No |
| Safe Work Environment | Yes | No | No | No |
| Provide Building Heat | Yes | No | No | No |
| Potential Heat Recovery | Yes | No | No | No |
| O&M Costs | Low | High | Very High | Very High |
| Energy Costs | Low | High | High | High |
| Disposal Costs | None | High | High | High |
The Air+ Supply Scrubber is a custom outdoor air handling system that delivers ionized air for wastewater odor control and corrosion protection. Each system is engineered to match facility airflow requirements, ventilation design, and contaminant levels for effective ion distribution and performance, with optional heating integration available.
Bipolar ionization is nature’s way of cleaning outside air and has been used extensively and safely in commercial buildings, hospitals, casinos, and school buildings for over 30 years. Air+ is utilizing its bipolar ionization technology to neutralize odorous gases and control corrosion in the wastewater industry.
Ionization can neutralize Hydrogen Sulfide, Ammonia, Methyl Mercaptan, Dimethyl Sulfide, Dimethyl Disulfide, and other odorous gases that are present in wastewater treatment plants and collection systems.
Air+ introduces highly ionized air into WWTP buildings, tanks, and collection systems, rather than pulling air out and treating it outside the building.
Besides neutralizing odors, treating the air inside the building will significantly reduce corrosion of the equipment, controls, and the building, and create safe workspaces for plant operators.