Peracetic Acid Treatment Systems

Since 2013, Pelton Environmental has been a trusted provider of Peracetic Acid Treatment Systems for water and wastewater facilities across the U.S. Our team has conducted and supervised more than 30 full-scale pilots and helped dozens of utilities successfully convert to Peracetic Acid Disinfection. By offering complete systems, ongoing support, and chemical supply, we provide utilities with turnkey solutions that ensure safe, effective, and environmentally responsible disinfection.

The main reason utilities are turning to Peracetic Acid (PAA) is its environmental advantage. Unlike chlorine and sodium hypochlorite, PAA is less toxic to aquatic life and does not require quenching or removal from effluent before it is discharged into the environment. This reduces both chemical handling requirements and regulatory risk while ensuring compliance with stricter water quality standards.

In addition, PAA offers several other benefits:

For utilities, this means reliable pathogen control with a smaller environmental footprint and lower operational complexity compared to chlorine, UV, or ozone systems.

Pelton Environmental delivers customized Peracetic Acid Treatment Systems designed for the unique needs of small plants, large utilities, and industrial facilities. Our solutions include:

• Metering Pump Systems
  From single stand-alone pumps to complete triplex skids with automatic switchover, ensuring safe and precise chemical delivery.
• Storage, Containment & Leak Detection
  Engineered tanks, secondary containment, and monitoring systems to protect facilities and operators.
• Unloading & Transfer Pumps
  Designed for safe, efficient handling of bulk deliveries.
• Chemical Supply
  Flexible delivery options: 55-gallon drums, 300-gallon totes, or bulk shipments exceeding 3,500 gallons.
• Pilot Studies
  Full-scale 30–180 day pilots to validate system performance and compliance before full implementation.
• Maintenance Contracts
  Hands-off agreements where Pelton Environmental maintains and calibrates your PAA Wastewater Treatment system.
• Safety Training
  Operator-focused programs for safe handling, emergency procedures, and long-term system success.

Pelton Environmental has designed and supported Peracetic Acid Treatment Systems for plants as small as 5,000 gallons per day and as large as 100 million gallons per day (MGD). We have extensive experience with both 15% and 22% PAA blends, helping utilities understand the tradeoffs in cost, performance, and handling requirements.

We don’t just supply equipment—we help utilities evaluate PAA vs. chlorine, UV, or ozone based on cost, safety, and regulatory drivers. Our detailed cost analyses account for chemical use, equipment investment, labor, and maintenance to ensure fully informed decision-making.

Utilities choose Pelton Environmental because we deliver:

If your facility is considering a shift to Peracetic Acid Treatment Systems, Pelton Environmental is here to help. From pilot testing to full conversion, we ensure a seamless transition that enhances compliance, safety, and environmental stewardship.