AWWA Releases Iron And Manganese Removal Handbook, Second Edition

Publication now available in AWWA's online store

The American Water Works Association has released its newest publication –Iron and Manganese Removal Handbook, Second Edition by John Civardi and Mark Tompeck.

Advancements in treatment technology, new regulations and changes in the environment necessitated a second edition of Iron and Manganese Removal Handbook.

Demonstrated through field experiences and case studies, specific topics discussed in the handbook include an analysis of current and emerging methods, guidance for handling residuals, details on treatment process selection and design and background on expanded regulations and health impacts. The authors also explain the processes and calculations involved in the removal of iron and manganese before it reaches consumers.

Iron and Manganese Removal Handbook, Second Edition is available in AWWA’s online store (http://www.awwa.org/store/productdetail.aspx?productid=28344). It is also available as a PDF download (http://www.awwa.org/store/productdetail.aspx?productid=55640593).

About the authors
During more than 25 years of experience in water treatment, John Civardi has been the lead project engineer for many groundwater treatment projects to remove iron and manganese. He has published papers in Water World, the New England Water Works Association Journal, the International Water Association conference proceedings and corporate in-house publications. In 2003 he was the winner of the New England Water Works Association’s Dexter Brackett Award for Best Paper.

As a senior vice president in Hatch Mott MacDonald’s Water Division and the firm’s water practice leader, Mark Tompeck has developed expertise in many areas of water supply engineering, from planning and design to permitting and construction engineering. He has served as project manager on a wide variety of projects involving the design and construction of treatment plants, pumping stations, chemical storage/feed facilities, water and sewer pipelines, storage tanks and wells.

About The American Water Works Association
Established in 1881, the American Water Works Association is the largest nonprofit, scientific and educational association dedicated to managing and treating water, the world’s most important resource. With approximately 50,000 members, AWWA provides solutions to improve public health, protect the environment, strengthen the economy and enhance our quality of life.