CONSULTING SERVICES
Pollutech has been providing Dreissena spp. (zebra mussel and quagga mussel) monitoringservices since 1989. Pollutech can design and implement a complete monitoring program to meet the needs of your facility. Highlights of our proven techniques are as described below.
Pollutech personnel routinely collect or receive plankton samples to examine them microscopically for mussel larvae (i.e., veligers). Veliger monitoring is completed to:
Pollutech personnel routinely use the "biobox" flow-through design with substrates to assess locations for mussel settle and infestation. Substrates are retrieved and examined visually and/or microscopically for settled mussel forms.
If control systems are in place it is critical to know if they are adequate and effective for mussel infestation control. Procedures have been developed for measuring the efficacy of the implemented control measure in preventing the settlement of veligers and the elimination of adults. Successful procedures include:
Other related Dreissend spp. mussel services:
Contact Us to discuss how Pollutech can help with your Mussel Monitoring & Control Evaluation requirements.