Hyperion Headworks Heroes
Environmental Engineering Division’s Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant Headworks Odor Control Upgrade project was recognized last year as among the ENR California Regional Best Projects in the water/environment category.
This prestigious award was given after an independent panel of AEC (Architecture, Engineering and Construction) experts reviewed 90 projects from across California and Hawaii, selecting only 30 as best projects.
Experts said the Hyperion Odor Control Upgrade project stood out for its innovative approach to improving air quality around the plant by installing a cutting-edge biotrickling facility (BTF) and eight carbon scrubbers to remove hydrogen sulfide and other foul odors from the influent sewer and Headworks Facility. The project scope included the demolition of five chemical scrubbers, three carbon scrubbers, and two chemical storage tanks, as well as the installation of new state-of-the-art technology aimed at improving the breathability of air for the surrounding community.
This critical $14 million project, constructed by Murray Company Mechanical Contractors, was completed in 2023. It not only enhances the efficiency of the plant but also contributes significantly to environmental sustainability and public health.
Several key members of the project team attended the awards ceremony to accept the award at the ENR Best Projects Award ceremony Oct. 15 at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel. They were:
- Alfred Mata, Clean Water Infrastructure Deputy City Engineer
- Ethan Wong, Environmental Engineering Division Manager
- Ibrahim Hafeez, Project Manager
- Rick Andelin, Kenneth Frere and Michael Vanwagoner, Construction Managers
- Zafar Kassai and Artin Oroujian, Mechanical Design Engineers
- Armond Badkerhanian, Instrumentation and Control Design Engineer
- Rymbeau Rosell, Structural Design Engineer
The award reflects the dedication and collaborative effort of the EED team, which brought the project to successful completion. This achievement reinforces BOE’s commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions that not only meet project goals but also prioritize the health and well-being of our communities.
Congratulations to the entire EED team!
