The bio - block, an environmentally friendly filter media, has been developed after years of research and development. It is made of polyethylene and is composed of mesh tubes that are welded together to form a square - shaped block. The unique surface structure of a large number of these mesh tubes provides a substantial usable surface area, which enhances biological growth on the filter media.
This surface acts as a substrate for specialized bacterial strains that are capable of treating and degrading various types of wastewater. The treatment capacity of a bio - filter is contingent upon the amount of bacteria the filter can support. The greater the specific surface area, the larger the number of bacteria it can accommodate. The construction, renovation, or upgrading of future biological wastewater treatment plants essentially boils down to creating the optimal "living conditions" for the bacteria. In this regard, bioblocks are well - characterized, and as a result, they lead to an increased treatment capacity.
