Bimbo Bakeries USA unveils system to recycle wastewater in Frederick, MD
Anaerobic digester system in operation at Thomas' English Muffin Bakery
Last week, Bimbo Bakeries USA unveiled its latest digester system at the Thomas’ English Muffin bakery in Frederick, MD. The state-of-the-art anaerobic digester system treats wastewater and will eventually convert the residual biogas produced by the system into a renewable energy stream.
Bimbo Bakeries USA teamed with Environmental Management Group International (EMG) to design and install the system, which removes 300 pounds of waste material per day. It uses the highest achievable organic loading rates in the industry, relative to its small footprint, and is fully automated, allowing for remote monitoring and operation. The system’s technology is capable of handling spikes in waste stream strength and volume, yet maintains low energy usage and operating and maintenance costs compared to conventional treatment systems.