The Gulf of Mexico coast averages some of the highest rainfall in the United States. As a result, cities like Houston, Texas, and their...

See Part 1 Here. Last month, we introduced the dilemma that, even as the oil and gas industry expands its use of produced water during...

By Del Williams Contractors cleaning municipal sewer, storm, and sanitary lines face a host of challenges on the job. This can range from having to...

In part 1 of this article, we noted that, in residential settings, drains that can act as a physical barrier to water provide an...

Reducing FOG and odors in collection systems and lift stations Fats, oils, and grease (FOG) can accumulate in collection systems and lift stations and cause...

At the Benton Utilities Wastewater Treatment Plant near Little Rock, Arkansas, a tough new Landia EradiGator Chopper Pump is ensuring that grease and scum...

When investing in new equipment, what would you consider to be a reasonable payback?  Five years? Three years? At the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District (KWRD)...

In the first part of this series, we examined turbo, hybrid, and combination blower technologies and addressed the most effective technology for particular applications....

Biochar is the carbon-rich product that is left over after the completion of the gasification process. (photo credit: Dillon Fuller) Lebanon, Tennessee, is located twenty-five miles...

Wastewater facilities are notorious for their harsh environments. High concentrations of grit and caustic liquids can be demanding for both personnel and equipment. However,...