Tag: municipal systems
Introduction One of the most visible failures in municipal water distribution is the overflow of an elevated storage tank. Beyond the public embarrassment of a “waterfall” cascading down a tower in the town center, the engineering consequences include structural icing loads in winter, erosion at the foundation, and significant wasted pumping energy. While SCADA systems […]
Introduction: The Role of Flow Control Infrastructure in Municipal Systems In the hydraulic architecture of municipal water and wastewater treatment plants, water control gates serve as the primary mechanisms for flow isolation, modulation, and diversion. Unlike standard process valves which typically handle pressurized flow within piping networks, control gates—ranging from heavy-duty cast iron […]
PFAS Sludge Treatment: Comprehensive Strategies for an Emerging Environmental Challenge Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of synthetic chemicals that have garnered significant attention over the past decade due to their persistence in the environment and potential adverse health effects. As an environmental engineer, I’ve witnessed firsthand how PFAS contamination in wastewater […]
Understanding Effluent: From Waste Stream to Resource Recovery Effluent management is a critical aspect of wastewater treatment, playing a vital role in environmental protection and resource recovery. Understanding what effluent is and how it can transition from a waste stream to a valuable resource is crucial for municipalities, engineers, and wastewater treatment operators. This comprehensive […]
Sand Filtration: The Most Cost-Effective Water Treatment Solution? Introduction to Sand Filtration When it comes to water treatment, sand filtration is like the Swiss army knife of the industry—versatile, dependable, and surprisingly effective. As one of the earliest forms of water purification, this technique has been consistently relied upon for its ability to remove impurities […]
How Does A Chlorine Dioxide Generator Work? Chlorine dioxide (ClO₂) is a powerful oxidizing agent known for its effectiveness in disinfection, bleaching, and water treatment. Its application stretches across various industries, including municipal water treatment, food processing, paper production, and more. Chlorine dioxide generators are crucial tools that produce this compound on-demand, minimizing storage and […]
Submersible sewage pumps play a crucial role in managing wastewater in homes, businesses, and municipal systems. These specialized devices are designed to handle the tough job of moving sewage and other waste-filled liquids from one place to another. They work tirelessly beneath the surface, often out of sight and out of mind. A submersible sewage […]