Spend Now To Save Later: Evaluating Water Treatment Systems Over The Long-Term

By Bruce Scholten, Filtronics, Inc.

Stricter government regulations combined with shrinking operating budgets means that many municipalities are struggling to install or upgrade water and wastewater systems. But even with limited funds, water treatment is a smart long-term investment, and one that can yield economic benefits quickly.

In order to make an accurate cost evaluation — and the best water treatment system choice — municipalities should consider installation costs and long-term lifecycle costs, including operating labor, media and chemical usage, and waste handling.