Formula 60
Wastewater Lagoon Treatment & Sludge Reduction

Reduces Sludge & Odors for Cleaner, More Efficient Lagoons

Why use Formula 60?

Formula 60 is a powerful bacterial supplement engineered for wastewater lagoon treatment. It helps wastewater operators reduce sludge buildup, control odors, and optimize lagoon efficiency.

Designed for bioaugmentation, Formula 60 restores healthy biological activity and improves effluent quality in municipal, industrial, and agricultural lagoon systems.

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Features

  • Industrial-strength dry bacteria formulation
  • Biodegradable and environmentally friendly
  • Contains micronutrients and stimulants for rapid microbial establishment
  • Specially formulated for bioaugmentation in wastewater lagoons
  • Thrives in low oxygen conditions
  • Packaged in ready-to-use ½-lb water-soluble bags

Benefits

  • Reduces sludge buildup
  • Improves effluent quality and clarity
  • Controls odors from organic waste breakdown
  • Reduces BOD, COD, TSS, ammonia, and VOC levels
  • Enhances settling, startup, and cold-weather treatment performance

Usage Instructions

Dosing Schedule:
Flow Rate Initial Dosage Maintenance
Up to 1,000 GPD ½ lb. per day for 3 days ½ lb. per week
Up to 5,000 GPD ½ lb. per day for 3 days 1 lb. per week
Up to 20,000 GPD 5 lbs.* 1 ½ lb. per week
Up to 50,000 GPD 8 lbs.* 2 lb. per week
Up to 250,000 GPD 15 lbs.* ¼ lb. per day
Up to 500,000 GPD 25 lbs.* ½ lb. per day
Up to 1 MGD 50 lbs.* 1 lb. per day
Up to 5 MGD 50 lbs. per MGD* 1 lb. per MGD per day
Up to 12 MGD 50 lbs. per MGD* ¾ lb. per MGD per day
Up to 100 MGD 30 lbs. per MGD* ½ lb. per MGD per day

* Spread this initial dosage out over the course of 10 days.

* Add as regularly as possible. If a day is missed, add that day’s product with the next dosage.

Dosage rate will vary with flow rates, retention times, and system variations.

For optimal results the wastewater and treatment system should meet the following conditions:

Optimum Minimum
Influent pH 7.0 5.0
Dissolved Oxygen (ppm) 2.0+ 1.0+
C/N/P Ratio 100/10/1 100/5/1
Temperature (°C) 30° (86°F) 10° (50°F)
Toxic Metals (ppm) 0 0

Storage and Handling

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place

Handling: Wash hands thoroughly with warm, soapy water after handling

See label and SDS for safety information.