Tag: water treatment
Introduction In municipal and industrial fluid handling, the horizontal end suction centrifugal pump is the workhorse of the facility. However, the pump itself is only as effective as the control loop that governs it. Engineers often expend significant resources selecting the pump hydraulic curve, yet frequently undervalue the specification of the verification device: the flow […]
Introduction In the world of fluid dynamics and utility management, the cost of measurement inaccuracy is rarely just a rounding error; it is a direct hit to operational budgets and regulatory compliance. For municipal consulting engineers and plant directors, the challenge often lies in distinguishing between equipment designed for widespread utility distribution and instrumentation engineered […]
UV Water Disinfection: A Proven Method for Safe Drinking Water Article Overview Article Type: Informational Primary Goal: Provide municipal decision makers, engineers, plant operators, and equipment manufacturers a technical, implementation-focused resource on ultraviolet water disinfection that explains how UV works, design and operational requirements, regulatory and validation expectations, and real-world deployment considerations to support specification, […]
Introduction Chemical coagulation and flocculation represent the single largest operational expense for many surface water treatment plants, often consuming 30-50% of the annual consumables budget. Yet, despite the financial stakes, the specification of control and monitoring equipment for this process often relies on outdated paradigms or brand loyalty rather than rigorous engineering analysis. A critical […]
Introduction Sludge digestion remains one of the most volatile and critical unit processes in wastewater treatment. A sour anaerobic digester or a foaming aerobic basin can cost a utility tens of thousands of dollars in chemical buffering, hauled waste fees, and regulatory fines. For design engineers and plant superintendents, the reliability of the “eyes and […]
Reverse Osmosis in Water Treatment: How It Works and Why It Matters In an age where clean and safe drinking water is more crucial than ever, reverse osmosis water treatment stands out as a powerful solution for ensuring water quality. This advanced filtration technology effectively removes contaminants, making it a popular choice for both home […]
Introduction For municipal engineers and utility directors, Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) and stormwater monitoring represents one of the most hostile operating environments in the water sector. Unlike controlled treatment plant headworks, CSO outfalls and remote stormwater retention basins are subject to rapid hydraulic surges, condensing humidity, heavy ragging, and potential submersion. A single failed sensor […]
1. Introduction to MBBR and IFAS Technologies Moving Bed Biofilm Reactors (MBBR) and Integrated Fixed-Film Activated Sludge (IFAS) systems represent a significant evolution in biological wastewater treatment. As regulatory agencies impose increasingly stringent limits on nutrient discharges—specifically Total Nitrogen (TN) and Total Phosphorus (TP)—and as municipal and industrial facilities face limitations on available land for […]
Membrane Bioreactor Technology: Advanced Solutions for Wastewater Treatment In an era where sustainable water management is more critical than ever, membrane bioreactor (MBR) technology stands out as a game-changer in wastewater treatment. This innovative approach combines biological treatment processes with advanced membrane filtration, offering superior effluent quality and efficient nutrient removal. In this post, we'll […]
Introduction In wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) design, the clarifier is the hydraulic control center of the process, but its efficiency is entirely dependent on the accuracy of the feedback loops controlling it. A common challenge engineers face is the disconnect between mechanical clarification systems and the instrumentation required to optimize them. While mechanical failure is […]