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Explore our latest research on water treatment technologies, process optimisation, and innovative solutions for wastewater treatment challenges.

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Our research team conducts in-depth studies on water and wastewater treatment processes, from fundamental physics to practical engineering applications. Browse our publications below to learn more about the science behind our technologies.

Microbubble Physics

Thermodynamic and Hydrodynamic Imperatives of Microbubble-Mediated Separation in Dissolved Air Flotation: A Physics-Based Framework

This article elucidates the critical physics underlying microbubble (10–100 µm) generation, transport, and bubble-particle attachment mechanisms in DAF systems. Through the lens of Henry's Law thermodynamics, Young-Laplace interfacial mechanics, and DLVO surface force theory, we demonstrate why microbubble size distribution constitutes the dominant process determinant.

microbubble physicsDAFinterfacial thermodynamicsDLVO theoryStokes hydrodynamics
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Advanced Polymer Dosing Optimisation for Industrial Wastewater

A comprehensive study on optimising polyelectrolyte dosing strategies for various industrial wastewater applications, examining the relationship between floc formation, settling characteristics, and dewatering efficiency.

polymer dosingflocculationprocess optimisation
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MBBR Process Design: Carrier Selection and Performance Correlation

An analysis of various biomass carrier types in Moving Bed Biofilm Reactors, correlating carrier geometry and surface properties with treatment efficiency, biofilm development, and oxygen transfer rates.

MBBRbiofilmcarrier designadvanced biological treatment
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Research & Technical Publications

Peer-reviewed research, technical papers, and industry reports on water and wastewater treatment

Reynolds & Bauhm maintains an active research program collaborating with universities, research institutes, and industry partners. Our publications cover fundamental process science, applied engineering, and case studies from real-world installations. Research outputs inform our equipment designs, process selections, and client recommendations with evidence-based best practices.

Process Research

Fundamental studies on biological treatment kinetics, mass transfer in DAF systems, sludge dewatering mechanisms, and advanced oxidation pathways.

Pilot Studies

Full-scale pilot trial reports documenting performance data, operating parameters, and design criteria for new applications and technologies.

Industry Reports

White papers and industry reports on emerging contaminants, regulatory changes, technology comparisons, and cost-benefit analyses.

Collaborative Research

Joint research projects with universities and research institutes on funded programs addressing industry-wide treatment challenges.

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Research Areas

Biological Treatment

MBBR, MBR, and anaerobic process optimisation for industrial and municipal wastewater applications.

Advanced Oxidation

Ozonation, Fenton, and photocatalytic processes for recalcitrant compound destruction in industrial effluents.

Sludge Dewatering

Multi-disc screw press technology, polymer optimisation, and energy-efficient dewatering process development.

Water Reuse

Membrane filtration, reverse osmosis, and advanced treatment trains for industrial water recycling applications.

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Industries We Serve

Our expertise spans multiple industries with sector-specific water treatment solutions.

Food Processing Poultry Processing Meat Processing Dairy Industry Brewery & Beverage Municipal Wastewater Industrial Pre-treatment Desalination Plants Metro & Tunnelling Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Oil & Gas Industry Mining & Minerals Chemical Processing Pulp & Paper Mills Power Generation Textile Manufacturing Storage Tanks Process Tanks