Eliminating Grease in a Lift Station – Testimonial

Reducing Grease Buildup and Odors in the Town of Dutton Wastewater System

The Town of Dutton experienced recurring grease buildup in its sewer lift station and collection system. To address the problem, the Town began applying ProBiotic Scrubber® II in the collection lines and at the lift station.

According to Mayor Susan Fleshman, visible improvements were observed within a short period of time.

Grease Buildup Reduced Within Two Weeks

After ProBiotic Scrubber® II was introduced into the wastewater collection system, the Town reported a noticeable reduction in grease accumulation at the lift station.

“Within two weeks, the grease buildup at the lift station was visibly reduced.”

Susan Fleshman
Mayor, Town of Dutton

Reducing fats, oils, and grease (FOG) buildup can help support cleaner collection systems and reduce maintenance demands on lift stations and sewer infrastructure.

Odor Reduction in Wastewater Lagoons

Each spring, the Town also applied ProBiotic Scrubber® II directly to its older two-cell wastewater lagoon system.

According to Fleshman, the Town observed a significant reduction in wastewater odors following treatment.

The biological program was used to support:

  • FOG management

  • Lift station cleanliness

  • Collection system maintenance

  • Lagoon odor reduction

  • Biological wastewater treatment

  • Sludge management

Town of Dutton Sewer Improvement Project

In fall 2009, the Town of Dutton began a $1.8 million wastewater infrastructure improvement project, which was completed in fall 2010.

The project included:

  • A new above-ground lift station

  • Two new wastewater lagoon cells

  • Larger lined lagoon cells

  • A new irrigation pivot system

Following completion of the upgraded wastewater system, the Town elected to continue using ProBiotic Scrubber® II.

Continuing Biological Wastewater Treatment

Based on its previous experience, the Town expected continued use of ProBiotic Scrubber® II to help manage grease accumulation in the lift station and collection lines while supporting biological treatment in the new lagoon system.

The Town also anticipated that the program would help support:

  • Lower grease accumulation

  • Reduced odor problems

  • More stable lagoon biology

  • Lower organic sludge accumulation

  • Improved long-term wastewater system maintenance

For the Town of Dutton, ProBiotic Scrubber® II became part of an ongoing strategy for managing FOG, odors, collection system conditions, and wastewater lagoon performance.

Susan Fleshman
Mayor, Town of Dutton

The results described above reflect observations from this specific municipal wastewater system. Performance may vary depending on wastewater characteristics, FOG loading, temperature, retention time, treatment conditions, application rates, and other site-specific factors.