Odour problems generally occur due to organic matter decomposing, especially in anaerobic conditions. The most pungent odours occur when hydrogen sulphide or ammonia are present. If the natural bacteria present can be stimulated, and so breakdown the waste products more efficiently, odours are no longer produced.
An odour is caused by one or more volatilized chemical compounds, generally at a very low concentration, that humans or other animals perceive by the sense olfaction.
Advetec manufactures a range of products that can reduce odour in a number of industrial applications.
