The MicroSludge System is a fully automated processing system consisting of a number of Cell Disrupter Modules and a Processing and Control Module that contains all of the controls, instrumentation, electrical switchgear, tanks, screens, pumps, valves, and other equipment required to pretreat TWAS and automatically operate the system. The only connections required are for electricity, water, and TWAS feed and discharge lines. This system is capable of running unattended and can be monitored and controlled remotely.