Category: PFAS
Introduction: The Complex Landscape of PFAS Management The transition from regulating conventional pollutants in parts-per-million (ppm) to treating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in parts-per-trillion (ppt) or even parts-per-quadrillion (ppq) represents one of the most significant engineering challenges in modern environmental history. For consulting engineers, plant operators, and public works directors, understanding PFAS in Wastewater: […]
Understanding PFAS Chemicals and Their Impact on Water Quality Chemical Properties and Classification of PFAS Did you know that certain PFAS chemicals can take over a thousand years to break down in the environment? Thatβs rightβwhile your leftovers might spoil in a week, these persistent chemicals are here for the long haul. This article sits […]
Under Sink PFAS Filters: Essential Defense Against Contaminants Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as some of the most concerning contaminants in water supplies across the United States and globally. These "forever chemicals," known for their durability and resistance to degradation, have been linked to a range of health issues, including cancers, liver […]
Long Term PFAS Solutions: Ensuring Safe Water for Future Generations Introduction A PFAS treatment system installed today will still be operating in 2050. Over that period the regulations will change, possibly more than once; the contamination itself may increase as precursors degrade; disposal routes for spent media will narrow further; and the operators who commissioned […]
Understanding PFAS Contamination: What Municipalities Need to Know Introduction PFAS contamination has moved from an emerging concern to an operational reality for water utilities across the country. Municipalities that a decade ago had never sampled for these compounds now face enforceable drinking water limits, public scrutiny, and capital decisions measured in millions of dollars. This […]
PFAS Treatment System Maintenance: Ensuring Efficacy and Compliance Introduction A PFAS treatment system does not fail loudly. Media exhausts gradually, and a bed that has stopped removing PFAS looks, sounds, and hydraulically behaves much as it did when new. The only way to know is to measure. That single characteristic shapes everything about maintaining these […]
Certified PFAS Removal Products: An Expert Guide for Water Treatment Solutions Introduction “Certified for PFAS removal” appears on a great many products, and it means quite different things depending on scale. For household devices there is a specific, verifiable certification that tests removal performance. For municipal-scale treatment, no equivalent product certification exists β performance is […]
Point-of-Use PFAS Filters: Comprehensive Solutions for Contaminated Water As awareness sharpens regarding the environmental and health risks posed by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), industries, municipalities, and homeowners alike are seeking robust solutions for water purification. The emergence of point-of-use (POU) PFAS filters represents a critical innovation in this arena. This article delves into the […]
Comprehensive Overview of PFAS Public Notification Requirements Introduction When a water system exceeds a PFAS limit, telling customers is not optional, and it is not left to the utility’s judgment. Public notification requirements prescribe who must be told, how quickly, through which channels, and in what words. Getting these wrong creates a violation on top […]
PFAS Communication Plan for Utilities Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as "forever chemicals," are gaining increased scrutiny across the United States due to their persistent and detrimental impact on public health and the environment. As regulations intensify and consumer awareness grows, utilities must devise a robust PFAS Communication Plan. This guide provides […]