Chopper Pump or Dual-Shafted Grinder?

Flushable wipes continue to inundate pump stations throughout North America, clogging both pumps and pipes and often requiring operators to remove the offending debris...

Bioaugmentation Saves Money and Time

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...

Innovative Solutions to Drinking Water Decontamination in Small and Medium Treatment...

Though drinking water tends to be relatively clean compared with water that is being considered for other uses, it sometimes can contain contaminants. Air...

A Holistic Approach to Process Control – Part 2 of 2

In part one of this two part series, we introduced the City of Lebanon (PA) Authority Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and described the objectives...

Energy-Efficient Aeration for the New Century

If energy-efficient Aeration is not your priority—even when it is well documented that Aeration accounts for a pretty staggering 50 to 70 percent of...

Scoring High Marks

Water distribution system operators need to identify issues within their networks efficiently and accurately. They also need to be able to fix them when...

Ultrasonic vs. Differential Pressure Flowmeters for High Pressure Steam Service:...

As we discussed in part 1 of this series, the measurement of steam flow during dramatic power boiler load changes is challenge that will...

Innovative Technology Improves Residential Water Management: Part 2 of 2

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

Eco-Friendly Solution Takes Root Down South

Looking through the recent headlines, the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, has Americans throughout the country asking serious questions about the condition of their...

How to Avoid Wastewater Pump Failures

By Emily Newton  When pumps fail, site managers have to manage consequences like downtime, maintenance, and damage — as well as sewage overflow in the...