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CA Approves Fluid Bed Reactors For
Perchlorate Removal
LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. and RANCHO
CORDOVA, Calif., June 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The California
Department of Health Services (DHS) recently approved the use of
fluidized bed reactors (FBRs) for removing perchlorate from public
drinking water supplies. The FBR offers a highly cost effective
means to remove perchlorate to below detectable levels with
destruction rather than concentration of the perchlorate.
The
DHS based its decision on research findings from an extensive
treatability study by GenCorp at its Aerojet Facility in Rancho
Cordova, Calif. An independent expert panel thoroughly reviewed and
commented on the results for the DHS before the approval was issued.
Aerojet has had four Envirogen FBR systems in operation at the
Rancho Cordova site since 1998.
Naturally occurring microorganisms
within the FBR system destroy perchlorate molecules within a matter
of minutes while attached to a hydraulically fluidized bed of sand
or granular activated carbon media. Both the EPA and the American
Water Works Association Research Foundation (AWWARF) have recognized
the FBR as one of the most economically feasible technologies for
biochemically treating perchlorate-contaminated waters.
Envirogen, Inc. is a solutions driven
environmental company with exceptional expertise in bioprocess
design and microbiology. Through its industry-leading technologies,
Envirogen provides its customers with cost- effective solutions that
remove pollutants from the air, water and soil. Envirogen operates a
fully equipped and permitted research and development laboratory and
pilot plant facility at its Lawrenceville, N.J. location to further
support its innovative technologies and systems development.
Trojan
Receives Order for World's Largest UV Water Facility
LONDON, ONTARIO--(BUSINESS
WIRE)--June 25, 2002--Trojan Technologies Inc. has received a
purchase order to supply the ultraviolet equipment to the largest
municipal UV drinking water installation in the world.
The
facility, to be built by the City of Seattle, will treat up to 180
million gallons of water a day. It will serve nearly one million
people when it becomes operational in 2004. The announcement
today confirms earlier news that Trojan had been selected for the
project.
"This makes it official,"
said a delighted Allan Bulckaert, President and CEO of the company.
The total value of the UV contract is about Cdn. $3 million. Trojan
will supply 13 UV systems to CH2MHILL Constructors Inc., the company
selected by Seattle Public Utilities to permit, design, build and
operate the treatment facility.
"Based on our evaluation process
which considered many technical and non-technical factors, Trojan
UVSwift provided the best overall solution for the unique needs of
this project," said Scott Trusler, Design Manager for CH2MHILL.
"Not only will this be the largest facility of its kind in the
world, but it will also be the first large municipal drinking water
plant in the U.S. to use ultraviolet light as part of its
disinfection process," Trusler said. "Trojan was the clear
choice for this major project."
Trojan's water treatment systems use
ultraviolet light to quickly, effectively and efficiently destroy
water-borne pathogens. Another important benefit of this technology
and a reason why many large cities in North America are now
considering UV for the treatment of their drinking water is that --
unlike chlorine -- it does not create disinfection by-products
(DBPs). Some DBPs, such as trihalomethanes, have been linked to
increased risk of cancer and birth defects. The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency is moving to more stringent rules requiring
treatment plants to increase protection against Cryptosporidium and
reduce DBPs.
"Our technology has been
designed to meet these needs," Bulckaert said. There are more
than 55,000 community water systems in the U.S. processing nearly 34
billion gallons of water per day. "We're confident that the
Seattle contract is indicative of the market opportunities that now
exist for a company which provides safe drinking water
solutions," Bulckaert added.
Trojan is a global leader in the UV
treatment of drinking water. More than 200 facilities around the
world are currently using Trojan systems. In addition to municipal
drinking water systems, it is also the world's largest supplier of
UV wastewater equipment. As well, it serves the industrial,
commercial and residential water markets, and provides environmental
contaminant treatment for the removal of chemicals from water.
For more information contact:
Mr. Marvin DeVries Trojan Technologies Inc.
Telephone: 519-457-3400
Web site: http://www.trojanuv.com/
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Orange County Water District Receives
EPA Award
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. - The Orange
County Water District (OCWD) last week received the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 2002 Environmental Achievement
Award in recognition for its exceptional work and commitment to the
environment.
Each year, the EPA recognizes
environmental advocates who have made significant contributions
toward enhancing and protecting the quality of the environment. The
award was presented in San Francisco at the EPA Region 9 (west
coast) office by Regional Administrator Wayne Nastri and Senator
Barbara Boxer (D-CA).
"Our ability to protect our
natural resources rests with the help of the very able and dedicated
people and groups who are working all across California, Nevada,
Hawaii, Arizona and the Pacific Islands and tribal lands to improve
the quality of life for all," said Wayne Nastri.
OCWD received this award for its
environmental program, which includes the Groundwater Replenishment
System, the Prado Wetlands treatment system and animal habitat,
dairy-engineered wetlands project, ultra-low-flow toilet program,
Hotel/Motel and Restaurant Water Efficiency Program, Children's
Water Education Festival, Arundo donax removal program in the Santa
Ana Watershed, and groundwater cleanup programs in collaboration
with the U.S. Navy and other water agencies.
Of more than 100 entrees, 35 were
chosen to receive the 2002 Environmental Achievement Award. More
details are available at www.epa.gov/region09
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WATERBURY, CT, USA-June 24,
2002-Haestad Methods today announced that it has been selected as a
continuing education provider by the Florida Board of Professional
Engineers. Recognized as one of the world's leading training
organizations in the fields of hydrology and hydraulics, Haestad
Methods provides accredited programs, enabling civil engineers to
fulfill state license renewal requirements.
"Our Continuing Education team
is honored to offer civil engineers various educational
opportunities to meet the prescribed standards of education,
competency, and practice," said Nicole Beckom, Director of
Continuing Education for Haestad Methods. "Having trained over
10,000 engineering professionals, our courses are continually
evolving to provide the most advanced technologies for water
resources modeling in the industry."
Haestad Methods had to satisfy
stringent regulations in order to qualify for the Board's list of
approved providers. The selection process involved meeting
requirements for time-measured professional development hours,
specific units of continuing education courses, focused areas of
practice, and active participation in professional or technical
societies.
Consultants, municipalities, and
state agencies can bring Haestad Methods' workshops to their own
office sites. In each case, Haestad Methods will work with clients
to customize on-site training to fit specific budget, class size,
and technical objectives.
All major workshops are fully
accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education
and Training (IACET). Haestad Methods is duly authorized to award
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and Professional Development Hours
(PDHs), which are required for renewal of Professional Engineering
licenses in many states.
Professionals interested in attending
training programs in the Florida region can view complete course
agendas and registration information by visiting http://www.haestad.com/ced/
or request more information by e-mailing training@haestad.com.
About the Florida Board of
Professional Engineers:
The Florida Board of Professional
Engineers is responsible for reviewing applications, administering
examinations, licensing qualified applicants, and regulating the
practice of engineering throughout the state. For more information
on the Board, visit http://www.fbpe.org/index.htm
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We are presently passing treated
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removal of suspended solids.
Recently PAC (Poly Aluminum Chloride)
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also. There is an apprehension that addition of PAC will add
Al+++ ions into water which are not recommended as RO feed.
Please confirm if PAC will add to
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