WIMS can be used to calculate a WAS Flow rate to maintain a given Solids Retention Time (SRT). There are several approaches to calculate a WAS, in this example we will use the following equation:
WAS Flow{MGD} = (Estimated Pounds Under Aeration - (Estimated Flow * Estimated TSS * 8.34 * Target SRT)) / (RAS Conc * Target SRT * 8.34)
In order to estimate values, we will use a 7 day moving aveage (MOV7 function)
1. Create a new variable called Target SRT. We will enter our desired SRT in this variable.
2. Create a calculated variable as shown:
3. Create a Monthly Data Entry form with Target WAS Flow, Target SRT. Open form and test calculation:
See Also: Solids Wastage Report in Modeling.