Tuning the Accuracy of Lift Station Flow Rates
In part one of this article, we explored pre-SCADA methods of measurement, past approaches and difficulties in measuring lift station flow rates, and the...
CIP Guidelines for Filter Membrane System Cleaning
Across both water treatment and chemical processing plants, keeping equipment clean is one of the keys to achieving a manufacturer’s promised efficiency standards and...
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...
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...
Clean Energy from Landfill Diversion Plus the Bonus of Biochar
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...
Triple Win: Part 2 of 2
In last month’s introduction to this article, the City of Riverbank, California, hired Schneider Electric to evaluate its wastewater treatment plant for energy savings...
How a Floatless Pump Control Minimizes Pump Costs for Dewatering Projects
By Steve Mosley, BJM Pumps
On a construction site, dewatering is just a nature of the business. Water collects due to rain or a high-water...
Advanced washdown heaters for wastewater treatment facilities
Wastewater facilities are notorious for their harsh environments. High concentrations of grit and caustic liquids can be demanding for both personnel and equipment. However,...
A Holistic Approach to Process Control
Secondary wastewater treatment, specifically activated sludge treatment, can be broken down into a series of unit processes, each of which are linked to the...
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....









