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| Spotlight on DistribuTECH 2009 Conference & Exhibition |
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February 3-5, 2009
San Diego Convention Center
San Diego, CA |
In anticipation for DistribuTECH 2009, today's newsletter will spotlight several industry solutions for water utilities.
Entering its 19th year, DistribuTECH provides more of the current resources, new industry technologies, and fast-track networking opportunities than any other event in the industry. The Leading Annual T&D Event, DistribuTECH encompasses automation and control systems, IT, T&D engineering, power delivery equipment, and water utility technology. |
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| Featured Articles |  | Case Study: Stopping Water Theft
By Master Meter, Inc.
If your customer reversed their water meter for weeks would you know about it? How many years might go by, particularly with an indoor meter, before the theft is discovered? Water theft is a serious problem and occurs more often than some utilities are aware...
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 | Case Study: Badger Meter Brings High Levels Of Efficiency To Oostburg, WI
By Ted Schaar
The highest point in Oostburg is the safety railing atop the community's elevated water tower. "The tower looks like a golf ball on a tee," said Director of Public Works Roger Oonk. With its bird's-eye view of the area, the railing is home to a repeater that is part of the village's new Badger Galaxy fixed network, radio frequency, meter-reading system...
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| Featured Products | WaterGEMS Modeling Solution
Bentley Systems, Inc. — DistribuTECH Booth 2400
WaterGEMS is a multi-platform, hydraulic and water quality modeling solution for water distribution systems with advanced interoperability, geospatial model-building, optimization, and asset management tools.
Download the video overview for additional information.
|  | FlexNet AMI System
Sensus Metering Systems, Inc. — DistribuTECH Booth 1026
FlexNet, the tower-based fixed network AMI system from Sensus Metering Systems, delivers Primary-Use licensing by the Federal Communications Commission, which guarantees an uncluttered, crystal clear path for transmissions.
Download the product brochure for complete information.
|  | SCADAWave M-Series
Control Microsystems Inc. — DistribuTECH Booth 2010
The MR40's straightforward RS232 interface and 9600bps over-air data transfer rate perfectly situates the product as the radio of choice in small- to medium-sized SCADA systems requiring reasonable functionality and return on investment.
Request additional information from Control Microsystems Inc.
|  | Badger GALAXY Fixed Network Meter Reading System
Badger Meter, Inc. — DistribuTECH Booth 420
Now there's no need to go out and get meter readings. GALAXY employs high-powered meter transmitters using an economical network of signal repeaters and data collectors to bring AMR to your desktop.
Request additional information from Badger Meter, Inc.
|  | Moisture/Solids Analyzer: Computrac MAX 4000
The Computrac MAX 4000 moisture/solids analyzer provides the same reliability and ruggedness as the MAX 2000XL, but with 25% faster throughput.
Download the product brochure for complete information.
|  | AquaSensors DataStick pH Measurement System
Connect this pH sensor directly to a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) for seamless integration with industrial control systems. Use any computer to display data, calibrate and customize the measurement without an intermediate analyzer electronics box.
Request additional information from Thermo Fisher Scientific.
|  | Finescreen Monster
The Monster Separation System is a complete, high-performance system that provides high capture rate of wastewater solids and more efficient washing and compacting, resulting in a discharge that is remarkably clean and ready for disposal.
Request additional information from JWC Environmental.
|  | ORC Automatic Coarse Screen Filter
This self-cleaning coarse strainer is for applications where a fine level of filtration is not required. Units are available in 4" through 16" line size to handle flow rates up to 5,000 gpm, and can be installed in parallel to handle larger flow rates.
Request additional information from Orival Inc.
|  | Mercoid MPC Junior Pump Controller
The Mercoid MPC Junior Pump Controller provides versatile level control in a standard 1/4 DIN package. Designed for use with almost any style level transmitter, the unit displays the present level and main set point value.
Request additional information from Dwyer Instruments.
|  | Real UVT Field Meter
The Real UVT meter is a portable instrument that can measure the UV254 organic water quality parameter in the field within minutes. The Real UVT meter utilizes Real Tech Inc.'s patented Split-Sense technology to provide many advantages, making it the world's most advanced and affordable portable UV254 testing meter on the market.
Download the product datasheet for specifications.
|  | Filter Remediation/Retrofit Services
Pureflow provides qualified personnel to inspect and troubleshoot existing filtration systems, perform pilot filter study, offer recommendations, and a quotation for filter system remediation and recommissioning of the filter system.
Request additional information from Pureflow Filtration Division.
|  | xpflood Software
xpflood assists floodplain managers and engineers with identifying flood hazards, deriving balanced mitigation alternatives, and devising disaster recovery plans.
Request additional information from XP Software.
|  | IntraFlow Low-Profile Inside Drop System
IntraFlow has an extremely low profile. It protrudes a mere 7" from the manhole wall, freeing up valuable space for safe maintenance access. It eliminates the need for larger 60' manholes.
Request additional information from Royal Environmental Systems, Inc.
|  | Packaged Wastewater Treatment Plant
The AEROMIX packaged plant treatment system is a type of biological treatment for domestic waste using the extended aeration process. AEROMIX packaged plants are compact, self-contained, and factory pre-fabricated.
Download the spec sheet for more information.
|  | Mueller Corporation Valves
Mueller Co. offers corporation stops in three designs: machined key, ORISEAL type and ball type. All three designs are available with a wide range of inlet/outlet combinations including the Mueller 110 Compression Connection and Pack Joint Connection.
Request additional information from Mueller Co.
|  | WEDECO TUV-15 Photometer
The design and performance of a UV system depends upon the quality of the water in addition to the flow rate. Of critical importance is the "UV transmittance" of the water, or the ability of the UV light to pass through the water without being absorbed.
Request additional information from ITT WEDECO.
|  | Flow Solution IV+ Automated Chemistry Analyzer
The Flow Solution IV+ (FS IV+) is a powerful automated chemistry analyzer for performing high-throughput continuous-flow ion analysis methods. The FS IV+ supports and performs two types of continuous flow analysis techniques: segmented flow analysis and flow injection analysis.
Request additional information from OI Analytical.
|  | VTS OPC Server And Client
VTS has an extensive library of third-party device drivers that allow it to communicate with monitoring and control hardware from a wide variety of manufacturers.
Request additional information from Trihedral Engineering Limited.
|  | Model 420 Vacuum Regulator
The RELIANT Water Technologies automatic switchover Vacuum Regulator Model 420 operates as a pressure reducing valve to transfer gas under pressure to gas under vacuum within the chemical feed system.
Download the product datasheet for specifications.
|  | Micro A07 Citric Acid Cleaner
Micro A07 is a powerful blend of chelating citric acid and anionic surfactants that is designed to remove milkstone, hard water scale, rust, mineral deposits, and other inorganic soils from filter membranes, labware, and industrial equipment.
Request additional information from International Products Corporation.
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| Featured Downloads |  | | Video: Aclara's Customer Care Solutions | Aclara — DistribuTECH Booth 826
Aclara's solution enriches the utility's own data through advanced analytics that address the customer's usage and load shape as well as doing rate and billing computations. The results for many utilities have been lower customer service costs and increased customer satisfaction... |
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| Datasheet: ClearSCADA 2009 | Control Microsystems Inc. — DistribuTECH Booth 2010
ClearSCADA 2009 broadens the product's already comprehensive toolset with powerful new features like support for 64-bit operating systems, integrated Kepware OPC drivers, CFX export for EFM data, and time profiles for alarm limits, making it that much easier for the SCADA system developer and user alike to bring control concepts to life... |
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| Brochure: FixedLinx Meter Data Management System | Master Meter, Inc. — DistribuTECH Booth 2214
Master Meter's FixedLinx frees utilities from operational inefficiencies and empowers them with the time and information to do more — to better service customers, better manage revenue, and responsibly manage precious resources... |
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| Brochure: Decanter Centrifuges For Thickening And Dewatering Sewage Sludge | | Fields of application in the environmental technology sector are waterworks sludge and sewage sludge treatment, as well as wastewater treatment in municipalities and industries... |
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