Odor Science

Plant-Based Solutions to Wastewater Odors By Glenn B. Crisler II, Ph.D. Though wastewater treatment facilities provide a fundamental service, offensive odors released during the breakdown of organic waste understandably elicit negative attention from affected neighbors and workers. Historically, wastewater facilities have relied on ineffective odor…

Treating Asphalt Odors with Plant-Based Neutralizers By Dr. Laura Haupert In recent years, asphalt binder feedstock variation has noticeably increased in conjunction with the rise of so-called “opportunity crudes,” making consistent odor control more challenging in the asphalt manufacturing sector. Maintaining neighborly relations and curtailing…

Overcome Food Processing Odors with Plant-Based Neutralizers By Glenn B. Crisler II, Ph.D., Ecosorb From pungent fish sauce smells to lingering cheese aromas, mitigating odors is a crucial challenge for industrial food processors. Because traditional masking solutions are temporary at best, and toxic at worst,…

Eliminate Odors with Standardized Formulations Article by Dr. Laura Haupert, Ecosorb Process manufacturers regularly face challenges managing unwanted odors, prompting complaints from employees and neighbors. Fortunately, there is a growing catalog of modern, safe, and effective odor neutralizers available for use in industrial settings. My…