Category: Top Automation & Controls Manufacturers

Introduction: The Neural Network of Water Infrastructure In the modern landscape of municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment, the electrical control panel serves as the central nervous system of the facility. While pumps move the fluid and valves direct the flow, it is the control panel—engineered and fabricated by specialized System Integrators (SIs)—that dictates […]

Introduction In the modern municipal water and wastewater landscape, the System Integrator (SI) occupies a critical role that transcends simple equipment supply. Unlike pump manufacturers or valve suppliers who provide discrete mechanical assets, the SI is responsible for the facility’s central nervous system—the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human […]

1. Introduction In the hydraulic architecture of municipal and industrial wastewater systems, continuity of service is the paramount directive. While permanent infrastructure—lift stations, treatment plants, and gravity mains—forms the backbone of these systems, the ability to bypass these components during failure, maintenance, or rehabilitation is a critical engineering requirement. Emergency bypass and temporary pumping systems […]

1. Introduction In the municipal and industrial water and wastewater sectors, gas detection is not merely an ancillary safety function; it is a critical operational imperative mandated by rigorous regulatory frameworks and necessitated by the inherent chemistry of the treatment process. The decomposition of organic matter, chemical dosing requirements, and the physical constraints of underground […]

1. Introduction In the complex hierarchy of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure, piping accessories—couplings, expansion joints, repair clamps, tapping sleeves, and restraint mechanisms—often receive less scrutiny than high-capital assets like pumps or membrane bioreactors. However, these components constitute the critical connective tissue of the entire conveyance system. They are the primary defense against […]

1. Introduction In the architecture of modern municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment infrastructure, instrumentation serves as the central nervous system. While pumps, blowers, and valves perform the physical work of moving and treating fluids, it is the instrumentation—flow meters, level sensors, pressure transmitters, and analytical probes—that provides the data necessary to control these […]

1. INTRODUCTION In municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment facilities, the containment of process basins, channels, and reservoirs is a critical engineering discipline. While historically treated as secondary accessories, cover systems and associated walkways have evolved into essential components for odor control, process stability, safety compliance, and algae mitigation. The shift from heavy concrete […]

1. INTRODUCTION In the municipal and industrial water and wastewater sectors, the battle against corrosion is a primary driver of capital expenditure and maintenance operational costs. Traditional materials such as carbon steel, galvanized steel, and even aluminum often degrade rapidly when exposed to the aggressive chemical and biological environments found in treatment facilities. Hydrogen sulfide […]

Introduction In municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment infrastructure, the integrity of containment vessels and the reliability of protective covers are foundational to process safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship. Tanks and covers serve a dual purpose: they facilitate the secure storage of hazardous chemicals and process fluids while mitigating environmental risks such as […]

1. Introduction In the context of municipal water and wastewater treatment, energy consumption represents one of the largest operational expenditures (OPEX) for utilities. Within these facilities, rotating equipment—specifically pumps, blowers, compressors, and mixers—accounts for the vast majority of this energy usage. The primary mechanism for controlling this equipment, optimizing energy efficiency, and managing process variables […]