Modeling Solutions for the Unsung Hero
By Walt Prentice, Applied Flow Technology
When you think of processing plants, you may think of oil, its derivatives, and other chemical products. After all,...
Odor and Corrosion Control in Wastewater Collection Systems: Part 5 of...
Aside from H2S vapor levels, the total and dissolved sulfides and DO levels (liquid phase) should be examined. For this discussion, only the grab...
Graf Creamery optimizes wastewater operations
Graf Creamery, a Midwestern butter and cream production plant, was experiencing issues with the fat and grease build-up in their holding cell retention pond....
In Times of Drought: Part 2 of 3
In part 1 of this series focused on nine economic facts about water in the United States, we addressed three facts related to the...
How to Control Activated Sludge with Online Sensors: Part 2...
In part 1 of this series, we introduced a broad view of the use of online instrumentation for control of wastewater treatment aeration, which,...
Tier 3 Nozzles Optimize Sewer Crew Efficiency and Profitability
By Del Williams
In sewer, storm, and sanitary line cleaning, hose nozzles are an essential tool that directs pressurized water to clear out obstructions such...
Brazilian Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Finds Success
By Rogerio Melo, Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group
One of Brazil's state-owned water and waste treatment companies is engaged in the supply and treatment of water,...
Proper polymer system selection results in cleaner water
To help comply with EPA wastewater regulations and reclaim valuable resources, chemical polymers are added to industrial clarifiers, settling ponds, and other wastewater equipment...
Movin’ Up the Sewer Line Just Got Easier
For the municipalities and contractors that clean endless miles of sewer lines, the goal has always been to clean more with less effort and...
Tuning the Accuracy of Lift Station Flow Rates: Part 1
To tune means to adjust for optimal or improved performance. Musical tuning entails adjusting an instrument to achieve a perfect pitch. Depending on the...









