Dynamic simulation of a low loaded trickling filter for nitrification

For this report, an existing biofilm model was examined in regard to its su itability for the simulation of full scale trickling filter for nitrificati on. The system was calibrated using the results ascertained in a measuring campaign under dry weather conditions. The verification was done using the results of a second examination period which included spells of stormwater input. It was possible for all periods to satisfactorily illustrate the deg radation performance of the simulated trickling filters in regard to dynami cs and quantity. (C) 1999 IAWQ Published by Elsevier Science Ltd. All right s reserved.