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Advice on
odour control and abatement
Odournet has over 20 years experience in measurement
and assessment of odorous emissions. This experience enables
us to provide informed and independent advice on the appropriateness
of odour abatement and control techniques and technologies for
the full range of industrial and agricultural activities. Advice
can range from identification of techniques to minimise odour
generation at source, identification of suitable end-of-pipe
techniques to control specific odorous species, sector-specific
advice on best practice, and development of comprehensive odour
management plans to minimise the impact of activities on surrounding
communities.
Choice of odour abatement technique
Identification of the most appropriate odour abatement technique
is the most important consideration when attempting to minimise
the impact of an odorous process or facility. Considering the
range of techniques and technology currently available, independent
advice can be invaluable in identifying the most cost effective
solution to a particular problem.
Sector-specific guidance and determination of BPM/ BAT
Specific industrial or agricultural sectors often have very
specific requirements in terms of odour control or abatement
technologies. Odournet has considerable experience in the development
of sector specific abatement advice, both in Europe and the
UK, and has been responsible for the preparation of guidance
for a range of industries including intensive agriculture, tanneries,
wastewater treatment, mushroom composting, composting, etc.
The initial stage of a sector specific review aims to identify
the characteristics of the odours released from the activity,
so that appropriate solutions can be identified. Information
is drawn from sources within the UK and across Europe to ensure
that the review reflects the current state of play. Potential
or forthcoming changes in National, European or International
legislation can also be identified to ensure that advice is
as future proof as possible.
Odour management plans
Although prevention of generation of odours at source is the
preferred approach to minimising odour impacts, in reality,
effective odour management often relies on a combination of
end of pipe treatment techniques and operational procedures.
Failure of any one of these techniques can lead to undesirable
impacts, which may elicit complaints. The risk of such occurrences
can be significantly reduced by preparation of process or site-specific
‘Odour Management’ plans. These aim to identify
all potential sources of odour release during normal and abnormal
operational conditions and ensure that suitable procedures or
controls are in place to minimise odour release.
Performance of abatement plant
Once an appropriate technology has been identified, it is then
important to ensure that the system is designed and operated
correctly to ensure the optimal treatment levels are achieved.
This involves consideration of factors such as the odour loading
levels (and potential changes in these levels), process monitoring,
maintenance issues, etc.
Odournet has extensive experience in a wide range of abatement
and control techniques and can provide specific advice of best
practice to ensure that the required odour treatment is achieved
and maintained.
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